The 32nd Taipei International Book Exhibition opened today (February 20) at Taipei World Trade Center Exhibition Hall 1. The Council of Indigenous Peoples held "Language Genealogy – Promotion Exhibition of Indigenous Historical Justice and Transitional Justice Achievements" at the book exhibition venue, showcasing Taiwan's recent efforts in promoting indigenous language revitalization to domestic and international audiences.

Deputy Minister of the Council of Indigenous Peoples Calivat Gadu stated that according to scholarly research, Taiwan is the homeland of Austronesian languages, serving as a hub for Austronesian peoples in terms of communication, culture, and economy. As a result, Taiwan's indigenous languages have preserved the most traces of Austronesian languages. However, due to historical repression and exclusion by external powers, indigenous languages gradually declined, leading to fractures in the transmission of indigenous cultures. It wasn't until President Tsai Ing-wen apologized to indigenous peoples on behalf of the government on August 1, 2016, and began promoting indigenous historical justice and transitional justice, followed by the passage of the Indigenous Languages Development Act the following year and the announcement of the Development of National Languages Act in 2019 that the status of indigenous languages as national languages was established, giving indigenous languages the dignity and respect they deserve.

In addition to showcasing documentaries and books, this exhibition also includes four indigenous language-themed lectures, introducing the different aspects of indigenous languages and the process from loss to revitalization from various perspectives to the public. The Council of Indigenous Peoples hopes that through this exhibition, both domestic and international audiences can understand the rich significance of indigenous languages and rediscover the diverse cultural landscape of Taiwan. It also aims to highlight the crucial role indigenous languages play in the exchange between Taiwan and the world. Visitors are welcome to attend the exhibition during the Taipei International Book Exhibition.