Polynesian Voyaging Society Visits Ocean Affairs Council, Hōkūleʻa to Arrive in Taiwan in 2027
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A delegation from the Polynesian Voyaging Society (PVS) visited Taiwan's Ocean Affairs Council to discuss the arrival of their traditional voyaging canoe, Hōkūleʻa, in Taiwan in 2027. This visit is part of PVS's Moananuiākea Voyage global journey (2023-2027). The delegation expressed interest in cultural exchange with Taiwan's indigenous Yami (Tao) people. The Hōkūleʻa, famous for its 1976 voyage from Hawaii to Tahiti using traditional navigation, is expected to strengthen Taiwan's role as a key node in Austronesian culture.
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- Q: When is the Hōkūleʻa expected to arrive in Taiwan?
- A: The Hōkūleʻa is expected to arrive in Taiwan in 2027.
- Q: What is the main purpose of Hōkūleʻa's visit to Taiwan?
- A: The main purpose is to engage in cultural exchange and educational activities with Taiwan's indigenous communities, including the Yami (Tao) tribe of Orchid Island.