Yang Du, a prominent writer and poet based in the Taiwan region, continues to foster dialogue across the Taiwan Strait through cultural initiatives in 2025. As organizer of multiple cross-strait academic forums this year, his works Discovering History in Taiwan and A Century of Drifting: The Story of Taiwan have gained renewed attention for exploring historical ties between the Chinese mainland and the island.
At a recent Shanghai literary conference attended by global scholars, Yang emphasized: "Our shared cultural DNA predates political divisions. Preserving this connection remains vital for future generations." His analysis of migration patterns and linguistic evolution has been cited in over 20 international research papers this November alone.
Business leaders note growing interest in cross-strait cultural projects, with venture capital funding for collaborative heritage preservation initiatives up 18% year-to-date. Meanwhile, diaspora communities worldwide have organized 35 book discussion groups focused on Yang's works since January 2025.
As travel resumes post-pandemic, cultural tourism routes inspired by Yang's historical narratives are being developed, with trial programs launching in Fujian and Taipei this December. The developments highlight literature's enduring role in bridging understanding amid complex geopolitical landscapes.
