The first Taiwan International Austronesian Art Triennial (TIAAT) 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 themed "RamiS" is co-curated by Nakaw Putun and Etan Pavavalung, bringing together 25 artists from domestic and international backgrounds. The artwork on display spans sound, motion graphics, photography, video, painting, printmaking, sculpture, and mixed-media installations, 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. With the Austronesian Triennial, he aims to initiate dialogue with the world, using Austronesian art to navigate new paths globally. The name of the exhibition, "RamiS," is derived from the word for "root" in many Austronesian languages, such as lamis in Bunun, ramisi in Rukai and Kanakanavu, and lamit in Amis and Sakizaya.

Minister Icyang further noted that the exhibition venue is 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 constructed a new dance performance hall. The investment in exhibitions and improvement of hardware and software facilities has revitalized the park, showcasing the new face of traditional indigenous culture and enhancing quality of services for visitors. The Council of Indigenous Peoples remains committed to supporting artistic creation and fostering the development of the art industry, ensuring that more Austronesian artists are recognized on the global stage.