The first "Taiwan International Austronesian Art Triennial (TIAAT)," (hereinafter referred to as the Exhibition), organized by the Indigenous Peoples Cultural Development Center and guided by the Council of Indigenous Peoples and the Ministry of Culture, opened today at the Taiwan Indigenous Culture Park. The exhibition, titled "RamiS," is co-curated by Nakaw Putun and Etan Pavavalung, uniting 25 artists from diverse domestic and international backgrounds. The artworks encompass sound, motion graphics, photography, video, painting, printmaking, sculpture, and mixed-media installations. These pieces are showcased across three major exhibition areas: the Octagonal Exhibition Hall, Indigenous Cultural Museum, and Exhibition Hall of Living Patterns.
Icyang Parod, the Minister of the Council of Indigenous Peoples, expressed that Taiwan is regarded as the "mother island" by many Austronesian peoples. Through the Austronesian Triennial, he aims to initiate a dialogue with the world, using Austronesian art to forge new paths globally. The exhibition's title, "RamiS," has a pronunciation that signifies "root" in many Austronesian languages, such as “lamis” in the Bunun, “ramisi” in Rukai and Kanakanavu, and “lamit” in Amis and Sakizaya, all with similar pronunciations.
Minister Icyang further highlighted that the exhibition venue stands as a tangible outcome of the Indigenous Peoples Cultural Development Center's "Green Pearl Carving and Remodeling Project." With a total budget of 1.189 billion, the project not only renovated five old exhibition halls but also saw the construction of a new dance performance hall. The investment in exhibition planning and the improvement of hardware and software facilities has revitalized the Park, presenting a fresh portrayal of traditional indigenous culture and elevating the quality of visitor services. The Council of Indigenous Peoples remains committed to supporting artistic creation and fostering the growth of the art industry, ensuring that more Austronesian artists gain recognition on the global stage.