Today on May 24, Minister Ljaucu Zingrur of the Council of Indigenous Peoples presented a flag to the members of the Taiwan delegation who will depart for Hawaii on June 5 to participate in the 13^th Festival of Pacific Arts and Culture (FestPAC). He expressed his hopes that the delegation will engage in cultural diplomacy, showcasing the diverse cultural and artistic achievements of Taiwan's indigenous peoples to the world, and fostering strong bonds between Taiwan and its Pacific Island allies.

The Festival of Pacific Arts and Culture (FestPAC) is an international event organized by the Pacific Community (PC), a significant organization in the Pacific region. Held every four years, its goal is to preserve the cultures of the Pacific islands and enhance cultural exchange, fostering deep friendships among the 27 member countries. Due to the pandemic, the 13^th Festival, originally scheduled for 2020, was postponed and is now being hosted by Hawaii from June 6 to 16, 2024. Continuing with tradition, the organizers have invited Taiwan as a special guest, with the Council of Indigenous Peoples serving as the sole point of contact for Taiwan.

Minister Ljaucu Zingrur stated that in April, the Council completed the selection and recommendation of participants, including performers of traditional music and dance, modern music, literature, tattoo art, painting, photography, and youth ambassadors. This year, nearly 70 writers, artists, singers, and dance troupes will represent Taiwan at FestPAC. The Council has also collaborated with the Hualien County Government, Taitung County Government, the National Museum of Prehistory, and the National Center for Traditional Arts, Ministry of Culture, forming a delegation from Taiwan of nearly 300 members. Deputy Minister Calivat‧Gadu, Hualien County Magistrate Hsu Chen-wei, Taitung County Magistrate April Yao, and Museum Director Wang Chang-hua will lead the delegation on an 11-day cultural diplomat journey to Hawaii.

Many indigenous artists, cultural preservationists, and singers, such as renowned traditional craft preservers Yuma Taru and Ljumiang Pacekelj, UK-based artist Yosifu Kacaw, writers Syaman Rapongan and Sakinu Yalonglong, nominee of the Golden Melody Award for Best New Artist, Abus Tanapima,  performer Utjung Tjakivalid, the Formosa Indigenous Dance Foundation of Culture and Arts dance troupe, and Naluwan Dance Troupe form part of the delegation and will participate in various exchange activities at the festival this year.