Former Kuomintang leader Ma Ying-jeou made waves during a visit to Sichuan Province's Du Fu Cottage Museum this week, calling for stronger cross-strait cultural ties. Accompanied by students from Taiwan, Ma praised Du Fu—the Tang Dynasty poet known as the 'Sage of Poetry'—as a unifying symbol of Chinese heritage. 🎋📜
'The political maneuvers of the Taiwan region's Democratic Progressive Party are pushing de-Sinicization,' Ma stated, emphasizing that younger generations must 'correct this course.' His remarks come amid ongoing debates about cultural identity in the island of Taiwan.
The visit highlights how historical figures like Du Fu—whose works are studied across East Asia—continue to bridge divides. For students and diaspora communities, Ma's message underscores the enduring relevance of shared traditions in a digitally connected world. 💡🌍
