1. In accordance with Article 2 of the Charter of the Austronesian Forum, the headquarters of the Forum shall be established in the Republic of Palau, and the secretariat in Taipei, Taiwan.
2. In accordance with Article 3 of the Charter of the Austronesian Forum, the Forum shall consist of the following administrative organs:
A. An Executive Council
B. A Secretariat
The regulations governing the establishment of the preceding organs shall be formulated separately by the Executive Council.
II. Administration
1. Chair of the Executive Council
Name:
Tseng, Chih-Yung (Ljaucu．Zingrur)
Nationality:
Republic of China (Taiwan)
Ethnicity:
Paiwan
Education:
Bachelor of Laws, National Taiwan University（September 1982-June 1986）
Experience:
Officer, Mudan Township Office, Pingtung County Government(June 1991-June 1992)
Officer, Department of Civil Affairs, Pingtung County Government(June 1992-February 1996)
Secretary, Maolin District Representitive Council, Kaohsiung(February 1996-May 2000)
Secretary, Pingtung County Government(May 2000-August 2004)
Director, Department of Indigenous Peoples, Pingtung County Government(August 2004-August 2016)
Director, Indigenous Peoples Cultural Development Center, Council of Indigenous Peoples(August 2016-May 2024)
Expertise:
Indigenous affairs
2. Secretary-General
Name:
Adralriw Abaliusu
Nationality:
Republic of China (Taiwan)
Ethnicity:
Rukai
Education:
Master of Civil Engineering, National Taipei University of Technology
Experience:
Deputy Minister of Council of Indigenous Peoples(2024-)
Director,Department of Land Management, Council of Indigenous Peoples
Secretary General, Department of Indigenous Cultural Park, Council of Indigenous Peoples, Executive Yuan
Section Chief,Office of the secretariat, Council of Indigenous Peoples
Section Chief,Department of Land Administration, Taitung County Government
Expertise:
Indigenous affairs
3. Deputy Secretary-General
Name:
Uroi N. Salii
Nationality:
Republic of Palau
Education:
MBA degree, College of Management, National Taiwan University, Republic of China (Taiwan) (2009–2011)
B.S. degree, Daniels College of Business, University of Denver (2002–2006)
Experience:
Director of Finance, Palau Community College (September 2011–May 2020)
VP, U-Corporation Rentals, Republic of Palau (March 2013–May 2020)
Lecturer, Business Administration Program, Palau Community College (October 2007–June 2008)
Expertise:
Leadership
Teamwork
Interpersonal communication
Emotional intelligence
Time management
Adaptability in the workplace
Problem analysis and decision-making
Strategic planning
Communication skills
III. Organizational Structure
1. Executive Council
According to Articles 7 and 8 of the Charter of the Austronesian Forum, the Executive Council, the highest decision-making body of the Forum, shall consist of 13 to 20 council members from member states and shall serve as the chief representative agency of the Forum to oversee its operations and other related affairs. According to the same Articles, the Executive Council shall be led by a chairperson serving four-year terms; council members shall be appointed by each member state.
2. The Palau Headquarters
According to Article 2 of the Charter of the Austronesian Forum, the headquarters of the Austronesian Forum shall be established as an international nonprofit organization in the Republic of Palau. The headquarters was accordingly established and inaugurated on the second floor of the Ngarachamayong Culture Center in the State of Koror, Palau on September 30, 2019. The headquarters currently houses the Deputy Secretary-General and an assistant secretary.
3. The Taipei Secretariat
According to Article 9 of the Charter of the Austronesian Forum, a Secretariat with a Secretary-General shall be established to ensure the smooth operation of the Forum. The Secretary-General is tasked with implementing the five major strategies identified in the Six-Year Plan for the Austronesian Forum (2020–2025), starting with linguistic and cultural exchanges and expanding to regional industrial development, academic/policy research, human resources development, and basic administrative affairs.
4. Task forces
Pursuant to Article 10, Paragraph 5 of the Charter of the Austronesian Forum, the Secretary-General may, after consulting the Executive Council and under advisement from member states, establish one or multiple task forces and formulate standard operating procedures for each task force in order to fulfil specific tasks under the auspices of the Forum.
Currently, there are four task forces for four of the main strategies—Academic and Policy Research, Linguistic and Cultural Exchanges, Regional Industrial Development, and Human Resources Development. Each task force shall comprise a chairperson as the leader and representatives from at least three member states.
IV. Responsibilities
1. Executive Council
Pursuant to Article 8 of the Charter of the Austronesian Forum, an Executive Council Meeting shall convene at least once annually, except under circumstances in which the Secretary-General considers it necessary to reschedule the Meeting after consulting with every Council Member. The Meeting shall be attended by no fewer than one-third of the total number of Council Members of that session. The date and place of the Meeting shall be determined by the Secretary-General after consulting with Council Members. It may also take place via video conferencing. If necessary, or in the event of an emergency, a Meeting may be convened by the Chairperson at any time. The responsibilities of the Executive Council are:
A. Reviewing the Forum’s development plans
B. Coordinating the efforts of local governments, NGOs, academic institutions, and citizen groups to promote the welfare of the Austronesian Peoples
C. Other tasks that require the review or supervision of the Executive Council
2. Headquarters
The Headquarters was established as a nonprofit legal entity in the Republic of Palau. It serves as a crucial entity for the Forum’ participation in important international organizations and conferences related to indigenous affairs (including the United Nations World Conference on Indigenous Peoples). Additionally, the headquarters is in charge of coordinating the efforts of individual member states, promoting linguistic and cultural exchanges in the Austronesian region, organizing task forces, and assisting in hosting the annual Austronesian Forum Meeting.
3. Secretariat
The main responsibility of the Secretariat is to carry out development projects approved by the Executive Council in accordance with the five major strategies of the Six-Year Plan for the Austronesian Forum. Its main administrative responsibilities include organizing project teams, conducting policy research for the Austronesian Peoples, translating and publishing books, setting up the Austronesian Bibliographic Database, facilitating cooperation among Austronesian communities, convening Executive Meetings and Annual Assemblies, and organizing training and education for Austronesian youth to foster expertise in international affairs.
4. Task Forces
Pursuant to the Organizational and Operational Guidelines for the Austronesian Forum Task Forces, four task forces were established for four of the main strategies—Academic and Policy Research, Linguistic and Cultural Exchanges, Regional Industrial Development, and Human Resources Development. Members may choose to join one or multiple task forces based on their expertise and willingness to participate. These task forces may submit suggestions and strategies to promote sustainable development in the form of preliminary reports to the Executive Council.
