Olympic Truce

In 1992, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) renewed this tradition by calling upon all nations to observe the Truce during the modern Games.

Each host city was encouraged to embrace the meaning and spirit of the Olympic Truce in the planning and staging of the Games.

In the symbol, the flame is made up of colourful effervescent elements, reminiscent of festivities experienced in the celebration of the human spirit.

[15] UN member states are asked to observe the Olympic Truce, and work towards the settlement of international disagreements by peaceful and diplomatic means.

[17][18] The United Nations website recognizes the truce as "the cornerstone of the Olympic Games in ancient times" and the "longest lasting peace accord in history".

Australia and the United States considered this part of their diplomatic boycotts due to the host nation China's human rights abuses, and as a protest regarding the portion of the truce requiring signers to recognize the Olympic Games as promoting human rights and peace.