{"id":11724,"date":"2025-05-22T13:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-05-22T03:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/asiainsights\/?p=11724"},"modified":"2025-05-22T12:27:28","modified_gmt":"2025-05-22T02:27:28","slug":"perspectivesasia-the-asia-pacific-triennial-looking-back-looking-forward","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/asiainsights\/perspectivesasia-the-asia-pacific-triennial-looking-back-looking-forward\/","title":{"rendered":"Perspectives:Asia | The Asia Pacific Triennial: Looking back, looking forward"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On Thursday 3 April 2025, a special <em>Perspectives Asia<\/em> event held at the Gallery of Modern Art (GOMA) in South Brisbane, marked a moment of reflection and anticipation for one of Australia\u2019s most influential art exhibitions\u2014the Asia Pacific Triennial of Contemporary Art (APT). Now in its 11th iteration, the Triennial has been a unique platform for showcasing contemporary art from across the Asia-Pacific region since its inception in 1993.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On a night that blended reflection, celebration, and forward-thinking dialogue, the Griffith Asia Institute and Queensland Art Gallery | Gallery of Modern Art (QAGOMA) marked the 20th anniversary of the <em>Perspectives Asia<\/em> series with a compelling event dedicated to the legacy and future of the APT.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Opened by QAGOMA Director Chris Saines, the event began with a heartfelt Acknowledgement of Country, paying respect to the Turrbal, Yuggera, and Yugarabul peoples\u2014the Traditional Custodians of the land within Brisbane\u2014and recognising the enduring contributions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians to art and culture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">APT: A Platform of Artistic and Cultural Exchange<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For over three decades, APT has represented a dynamic and evolving space where art intersects with cultural identity, political narratives, and diplomacy. Its evolution mirrors broader shifts in Australia\u2019s cultural and diplomatic policies, with a clear commitment to inclusive representation and regionally grounded artistic practice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">QAGOMA curator, Reuben Keehan, opened the panel discussion by reflecting on APT\u2019s roots in cultural exchange and the role historical and political contexts have played in shaping its direction. Former AGSA Director,&nbsp;Rhana Devenport ONZM recalled the transformative influence APT had on her career and the broader professional landscape of contemporary curating in Australia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">UQ Associate Professor, Dr. Morris Low offered insight into the complexities of language and communication in cross-cultural art exchanges, noting how curators and artists have continually navigated these challenges to foster genuine connection and understanding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pioneers, Performances, and Perceptions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The early editions of APT introduced works that were daring, socially engaged, and often unexpected\u2014particularly performance art that challenged Australian audiences\u2019 perceptions of the region. Artists such as Dang and Roberto Villanova made lasting impressions with works that brought urgent social and political issues to the fore.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">APT\u2019s ability to act as a \u201cwelcoming space\u201d\u2014a gallery open to provocation, empathy, and cross-cultural dialogue\u2014has helped redefine how audiences engage with contemporary Asia-Pacific art.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Japan\u2019s Enduring Influence<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Japan emerged as a particularly pivotal player in the early years of APT, initiating key exhibitions and artist relationships that laid the groundwork for a robust Asia-Pacific art collection in Queensland. These early collaborations highlighted the value of long-term relationship-building and set a precedent for future triennials.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Education, Engagement, and Shifting Cultural Landscapes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One of the more sobering reflections of the night was the decline in general interest in Asian studies across universities\u2014a trend contrasted with growing engagement from Asian students themselves. Despite these challenges, the arts continue to serve as a form of soft diplomacy, fostering enduring cultural ties and offering new modes of understanding through creative practice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Curatorial strategies have also shifted in response to evolving social and political climates, with a move away from large academic conferences towards smaller, performance-driven, and intimate forms of engagement. This new model allows for deeper artist-audience interaction and reflects a broader trend towards inclusivity and immediacy in public programming.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Looking Ahead: APT\u2019s Continuing Role<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As APT looks to the future, its success will hinge on its ability to remain inclusive, relevant, and artist-centred. The triennial\u2019s strength lies in its long-standing relationships\u2014with artists, communities, and institutions\u2014and its commitment to representing underrepresented voices and practices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Key acquisitions by QAGOMA have cemented its position as a leader in Asia-Pacific contemporary art, and the institution remains dedicated to using its collections and programming to address contemporary social and cultural challenges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Though Dr. Caroline Turner\u2014a foundational figure in APT\u2019s development\u2014was absent due to illness, her legacy was acknowledged throughout the evening. Her vision continues to inspire new generations of artists, curators, and cultural leaders.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Final Thoughts<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The opening for <em>Perspectives Asia<\/em> 20th anniversary celebration was more than a retrospective\u2014it was a reaffirmation of the power of art to bridge divides, challenge perceptions, and create space for shared understanding. APT stands as a living, evolving testament to what is possible when cultural institutions lead with courage, collaboration, and curiosity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As the Asia-Pacific region continues to shift and transform, so too will the art that emerges from it. And APT\u2014alongside dedicated institutions like QAGOMA and Griffith Asia Institute\u2014will be there to welcome it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">GALLERY <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The evening served as a powerful reminder of the enduring impact of cultural dialogue and artistic exchange in shaping regional identity. Below, a selection of images from the event, capturing some of the highlights and memorable moments from the Perspectives:Asia gathering.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"595\" data-id=\"11732\" src=\"https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/asiainsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/20250403_numek_PerspectivesAsia_TheAsiaPacificTriennial_001-1024x595.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11732\" srcset=\"https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/asiainsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/20250403_numek_PerspectivesAsia_TheAsiaPacificTriennial_001-1024x595.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/asiainsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/20250403_numek_PerspectivesAsia_TheAsiaPacificTriennial_001-300x174.jpg 300w, https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/asiainsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/20250403_numek_PerspectivesAsia_TheAsiaPacificTriennial_001-1536x892.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/asiainsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/20250403_numek_PerspectivesAsia_TheAsiaPacificTriennial_001.jpg 1860w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Chris Saines, Mr Reuben Keehan, Dr Morris Low, Ms Rhana Devenport ONZM, Prof Christoph Nedopil Wang, Tarun Nagesh &amp; Simon Elliott<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"11731\" src=\"https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/asiainsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/20250403_numek_PerspectivesAsia_TheAsiaPacificTriennial_002-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11731\" srcset=\"https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/asiainsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/20250403_numek_PerspectivesAsia_TheAsiaPacificTriennial_002-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/asiainsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/20250403_numek_PerspectivesAsia_TheAsiaPacificTriennial_002-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/asiainsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/20250403_numek_PerspectivesAsia_TheAsiaPacificTriennial_002-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/asiainsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/20250403_numek_PerspectivesAsia_TheAsiaPacificTriennial_002.jpg 1620w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Perspectives Asia The Asia Pacific Triennial: Looking back, looking forward Rhana Devenport ONZM<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"11730\" src=\"https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/asiainsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/20250403_numek_PerspectivesAsia_TheAsiaPacificTriennial_003-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11730\" srcset=\"https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/asiainsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/20250403_numek_PerspectivesAsia_TheAsiaPacificTriennial_003-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/asiainsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/20250403_numek_PerspectivesAsia_TheAsiaPacificTriennial_003-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/asiainsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/20250403_numek_PerspectivesAsia_TheAsiaPacificTriennial_003-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/asiainsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/20250403_numek_PerspectivesAsia_TheAsiaPacificTriennial_003.jpg 1620w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Perspectives Asia The Asia Pacific Triennial: Looking back, looking forward<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"733\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"11733\" src=\"https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/asiainsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/20250403_numek_PerspectivesAsia_TheAsiaPacificTriennial_004-733x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11733\" srcset=\"https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/asiainsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/20250403_numek_PerspectivesAsia_TheAsiaPacificTriennial_004-733x1024.jpg 733w, https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/asiainsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/20250403_numek_PerspectivesAsia_TheAsiaPacificTriennial_004-215x300.jpg 215w, https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/asiainsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/20250403_numek_PerspectivesAsia_TheAsiaPacificTriennial_004.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 733px) 100vw, 733px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Perspectives Asia The Asia Pacific Triennial: Looking back, looking forward Chris Saines<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"11734\" src=\"https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/asiainsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/20250403_numek_PerspectivesAsia_TheAsiaPacificTriennial_005-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11734\" srcset=\"https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/asiainsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/20250403_numek_PerspectivesAsia_TheAsiaPacificTriennial_005-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/asiainsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/20250403_numek_PerspectivesAsia_TheAsiaPacificTriennial_005-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/asiainsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/20250403_numek_PerspectivesAsia_TheAsiaPacificTriennial_005-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/asiainsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/20250403_numek_PerspectivesAsia_TheAsiaPacificTriennial_005.jpg 1620w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Perspectives Asia The Asia Pacific Triennial: Looking back, looking forward Chris Saines<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"11745\" src=\"https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/asiainsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/20250403_numek_PerspectivesAsia_TheAsiaPacificTriennial_007-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11745\" srcset=\"https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/asiainsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/20250403_numek_PerspectivesAsia_TheAsiaPacificTriennial_007-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/asiainsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/20250403_numek_PerspectivesAsia_TheAsiaPacificTriennial_007-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/asiainsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/20250403_numek_PerspectivesAsia_TheAsiaPacificTriennial_007-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/asiainsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/20250403_numek_PerspectivesAsia_TheAsiaPacificTriennial_007.jpg 1620w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Perspectives Asia The Asia Pacific Triennial: Looking back, looking forward<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"11729\" src=\"https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/asiainsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/20250403_numek_PerspectivesAsia_TheAsiaPacificTriennial_008-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11729\" srcset=\"https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/asiainsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/20250403_numek_PerspectivesAsia_TheAsiaPacificTriennial_008-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/asiainsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/20250403_numek_PerspectivesAsia_TheAsiaPacificTriennial_008-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/asiainsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/20250403_numek_PerspectivesAsia_TheAsiaPacificTriennial_008-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/asiainsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/20250403_numek_PerspectivesAsia_TheAsiaPacificTriennial_008.jpg 1620w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Perspectives Asia The Asia Pacific Triennial: Looking back, looking forward Mr Reuben Keehan, Ms Rhana Devenport ONZM, Dr Morris Low &amp; Chris Saines<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"11747\" src=\"https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/asiainsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/20250403_numek_PerspectivesAsia_TheAsiaPacificTriennial_009-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11747\" srcset=\"https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/asiainsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/20250403_numek_PerspectivesAsia_TheAsiaPacificTriennial_009-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/asiainsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/20250403_numek_PerspectivesAsia_TheAsiaPacificTriennial_009-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/asiainsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/20250403_numek_PerspectivesAsia_TheAsiaPacificTriennial_009-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/asiainsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/20250403_numek_PerspectivesAsia_TheAsiaPacificTriennial_009.jpg 1620w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Perspectives Asia The Asia Pacific Triennial: Looking back, looking forward Mr Reuben Keehan, Ms Rhana Devenport ONZM, Dr Morris Low &amp; Chris Saines<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"11746\" src=\"https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/asiainsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/20250403_numek_PerspectivesAsia_TheAsiaPacificTriennial_011-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11746\" srcset=\"https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/asiainsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/20250403_numek_PerspectivesAsia_TheAsiaPacificTriennial_011-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/asiainsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/20250403_numek_PerspectivesAsia_TheAsiaPacificTriennial_011-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/asiainsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/20250403_numek_PerspectivesAsia_TheAsiaPacificTriennial_011-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/asiainsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/20250403_numek_PerspectivesAsia_TheAsiaPacificTriennial_011.jpg 1620w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Perspectives Asia The Asia Pacific Triennial: Looking back, looking forward Mr Reuben Keehan, Ms Rhana Devenport ONZM, Dr Morris Low &amp; Chris Saines<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"731\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"11738\" src=\"https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/asiainsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/20250403_numek_PerspectivesAsia_TheAsiaPacificTriennial_012-731x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11738\" srcset=\"https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/asiainsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/20250403_numek_PerspectivesAsia_TheAsiaPacificTriennial_012-731x1024.jpg 731w, https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/asiainsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/20250403_numek_PerspectivesAsia_TheAsiaPacificTriennial_012-214x300.jpg 214w, https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/asiainsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/20250403_numek_PerspectivesAsia_TheAsiaPacificTriennial_012.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 731px) 100vw, 731px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Perspectives Asia The Asia Pacific Triennial: Looking back, looking forward Dr Morris Low<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"11737\" src=\"https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/asiainsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/20250403_numek_PerspectivesAsia_TheAsiaPacificTriennial_013-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11737\" srcset=\"https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/asiainsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/20250403_numek_PerspectivesAsia_TheAsiaPacificTriennial_013-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/asiainsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/20250403_numek_PerspectivesAsia_TheAsiaPacificTriennial_013-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/asiainsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/20250403_numek_PerspectivesAsia_TheAsiaPacificTriennial_013-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/asiainsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/20250403_numek_PerspectivesAsia_TheAsiaPacificTriennial_013.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Perspectives Asia The Asia Pacific Triennial: Looking back, looking forward Dr Morris Low<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"704\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"11743\" src=\"https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/asiainsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/20250403_numek_PerspectivesAsia_TheAsiaPacificTriennial_014-704x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11743\" srcset=\"https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/asiainsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/20250403_numek_PerspectivesAsia_TheAsiaPacificTriennial_014-704x1024.jpg 704w, https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/asiainsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/20250403_numek_PerspectivesAsia_TheAsiaPacificTriennial_014-206x300.jpg 206w, https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/asiainsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/20250403_numek_PerspectivesAsia_TheAsiaPacificTriennial_014-1057x1536.jpg 1057w, https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/asiainsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/20250403_numek_PerspectivesAsia_TheAsiaPacificTriennial_014.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 704px) 100vw, 704px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Perspectives Asia The Asia Pacific Triennial: Looking back, looking forward Dr Morris Low<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"11739\" src=\"https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/asiainsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/20250403_numek_PerspectivesAsia_TheAsiaPacificTriennial_015-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11739\" srcset=\"https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/asiainsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/20250403_numek_PerspectivesAsia_TheAsiaPacificTriennial_015-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/asiainsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/20250403_numek_PerspectivesAsia_TheAsiaPacificTriennial_015-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/asiainsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/20250403_numek_PerspectivesAsia_TheAsiaPacificTriennial_015-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/asiainsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/20250403_numek_PerspectivesAsia_TheAsiaPacificTriennial_015.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Perspectives Asia The Asia Pacific Triennial: Looking back, looking forward Ms Rhana Davenport ONZM<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"693\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"11744\" src=\"https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/asiainsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/20250403_numek_PerspectivesAsia_TheAsiaPacificTriennial_016-693x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11744\" srcset=\"https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/asiainsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/20250403_numek_PerspectivesAsia_TheAsiaPacificTriennial_016-693x1024.jpg 693w, https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/asiainsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/20250403_numek_PerspectivesAsia_TheAsiaPacificTriennial_016-203x300.jpg 203w, https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/asiainsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/20250403_numek_PerspectivesAsia_TheAsiaPacificTriennial_016-1040x1536.jpg 1040w, 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