NMTL's 'Translation Arena' Invites Global Translators to Tackle Taiwanese Poetry
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The National Museum of Taiwanese Literature has launched the 'Translation Arena' poetry translation contest, running from today through September 1, inviting translators worldwide to render works by emerging Taiwanese poet Wen Ruqiao. The event fosters international literary exchange with Ireland.
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Q: What is the 'Translation Arena' event?
A: An international poetry translation contest hosted by NMTL, inviting global translators to render Taiwanese poems annually.
Q: Who is this year's featured poet?
A: Wen Ruqiao, a writer and clinical psychologist, whose Hokkien poems 'Mutual Words,' 'Silent Without Speech,' and 'Walking Flower' are this year's theme.
Q: What is the submission deadline?
A: Entries are accepted until September 1 via online registration.
Q: Is English the only translation language?
A: This year focuses on English, but past themes included Mandarin, Hakka, and Indigenous languages.
Q: What benefits do winners receive?
A: Winners will be invited to a November 2026 exchange event to discuss translation and creativity with poets and peers.