Originally recognized as Yami, the Tao are the Indigenous inhabitants of Irala (Orchard Island) south of Taiwan. The word “Tao” (pronounced Ta-o) means “person” or “people” in both the Tao language and Philippine languages. The Tao people are traditionally good at making balangays (native canoes), which is a symbol of their tribe.Taiwan: Aboriginals should join worldwide rights movement
May 28, 2007 • After participating in the United Nations Permanent Forum, a delegation of 6 individuals from Taiwan came to realize that... Read More
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