Wu Ming-yi
Wu Ming-yi is the president of the Mailiao Cultural Association and is actively involved in advocating for the protection of the Jhuoshuei River's environment. He emphasizes the importance of restoring the river’s wetland for the benefit of local residents and ecosystems, urging continued support from the central government for environmental conservation efforts in the area.
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Wu Ming-yi was longlisted for the Booker Prize for his work The Stolen Bicycle.
EDITORIAL: Award shows might of Taiwan’s pen
Taiwan· 2026-05-29
Wu Ming-yi was longlisted in 2018 for his novel The Stolen Bicycle.
‘Taiwan Travelogue’ longlisted for UK’s International Booker PrizeTaiwan· 2026-02-25Wu Ming-yi is another Taiwanese author noted for his work, although his famous book has not been translated into Portuguese.
Taiwan entre o “soft power” literário e a tensão geopolítica | Livros
Portugal· 2026-02-16
In Japan, Wu Ming-yi is the most popular Taiwanese author, and several of his works have even been reissued in pocket-sized editions.
Taiwanese literature gains ground overseas, faces challenges: TranslatorsTaiwan· 2025-11-12
Wu Ming-yi's short story was adapted for Singing Chen’s award-winning production.
Taiwanese shine at Venice festivalTaiwan· 2025-09-07
Writer Wu Ming-yi observed that Taiwan is a place that was once abandoned, yet longs to be discovered.
‘Taiwan sensibility’ highlighted in Seoul book fair 「台灣感性」驚艷首爾國際書展Taiwan· 2025-06-24
Mailiao Cultural Association president Wu Ming-yi said the restoration of the river’s wetland has benefited local residents.
Ministry touts dust control workTaiwan· 2025-04-18
