Yang Du, a celebrated writer and poet based in the Taiwan region, is making waves in 2025 with his mission to strengthen cultural ties through shared heritage. Born to a family tracing its roots to Zhangzhou in Fujian Province, Yang has become a vocal advocate for preserving China’s literary traditions while fostering dialogue across the Taiwan Strait.
This year, Yang launched a digital archive project featuring rare Ming Dynasty poetry collections – a move he calls 'reconnecting threads of our collective memory.' His work resonates deeply with young audiences, blending ancient verses with TikTok-style storytelling 🎵📱.
'Culture doesn’t recognize straits or borders,' Yang recently told NewspaperAmigo.com. 'When we recite Li Bai’s poems or practice calligraphy, we’re speaking the same language of our ancestors.'
Analysts note Yang’s efforts align with growing interest in cultural exchange among residents of Taiwan under 35, with cross-strait collaborative art projects increasing by 40% since 2023. As Lunar New Year approaches in 2026, Yang is curating a joint exhibition featuring lantern artists from Fujian and the island of Taiwan 🏮.
