Lung Ying-tai
Lung Ying-tai is a prominent Taiwanese writer, cultural critic, and the first minister of culture in Taiwan, serving from 2012 to 2014 under the Kuomintang (KMT). Known for her outspoken views on Taiwan's identity and its relationship with China, Lung has been an influential figure in cultural and political discourse. In a recent New York Times op-ed, she called for reconciliation with China, criticizing the current Taiwanese administration for its approach towards cross-strait relations, which she argues has fostered fear and animosity.
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Recent news mentions
Former minister of culture Lung Ying-tai urged Taiwan to leverage its agency to push more firmly for peace.
EDITORIAL: Attaining prudence and peace
Taiwan· 2025-09-24
Lung Ying-tai emphasizes the need for Taiwan to consider peace as a commitment to the world.
Taiwan’s inaugural peace forum - Taipei TimesTaiwan· 2025-09-21
Lung Ying-tai has long wielded influence through the power of words.
Lung’s misleading view on TaiwanTaiwan· 2025-04-18
Lung Ying-tai paints a bleak picture of Taiwan’s future in her opinion piece.
Peace not at the cost of submissionTaiwan· 2025-04-04Lung Ying-tai criticized the Democratic Progressive Party and President William Lai for antagonizing China and stirring fear among Taiwan’s public.
Lung Ying-tai’s call for reconciliation with China draws fierce backlashTaiwan· 2025-04-04
