Even though most of the world recognizes the People's Republic of China as "China", Taiwan, officially the Republic of China, continues to celebrate January 1 as Republic Day, marking the official founding day of the Republic of China (ROC) in 1911.

Sudan’s Independence Day commemorates the country's liberation from British-Egyptian rule in 1956. Marked by parades, flag-raising ceremonies and cultural events, the holiday reflects national pride and the enduring hope for unity and stability.

Republic Day in Slovakia commemorates the independence of Slovakia in 1993 following the Velvet Divorce, marking the foundation of the modern Slovak Republic.