# AI News 180m Report｜2026-04-12 18:00–21:00 JST One place for news and notices from 1 countries/regions: Taiwan, 39 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link. ## Hualien Flood Recovery After Barrier Lake Disaster: Central Government, Private Sector Join Hands to Rebuild - Published: 2026-04-12T19:55:00+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202604120151.aspx - anchor: #n97019 - Companies mentioned: 原住民族委員會、門諾醫院、基督教光復區會、中華飛揚關懷協會、花蓮觀光糖廠、東華大學 Reconstruction work after the barrier lake flooding in Hualien is continuing. The central government and private sector are working together to promote cultural revitalization and industrial development in Indigenous areas and rebuild community resilience. ## 3 Major Offshore Financial Centers Earn US$674 Million in First 2 Months - Published: 2026-04-12T19:51:00+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202604120150.aspx - anchor: #n97020 - Companies mentioned: 金融監督管理委員会 (金管会) Taiwan’s three major offshore financial centers (OBU, OIU and OSU) recorded cumulative pre-tax profits of US$674 million in 1–2月 this year. ## Chang Hsiao-chuan Ate 2 Lunch Boxes per Meal While Filming, Gained 7 Kilograms; Jokes His Belly Is Quite Greasy - Published: 2026-04-12T19:46:00+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/amov/202604120149.aspx - anchor: #n97021 Actor Chang Hsiao-chuan gained 7 kg for his role in the new drama “欠妳的那場婚禮” without restricting his diet. He said he was so concerned about his appearance during filming that he discussed it with director Yen Yi-wen, after which the production proceeded smoothly. He shared the story at the premiere screening at the 金馬奇幻影展. ## Miaoli Shanshan Temple Mother Sets Out for Pilgrimage to Beigang; President Lai Sends Her Off With Prayers for a Safe Journey - Published: 2026-04-12T19:36:00+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202604120148.aspx - anchor: #n97022 - Companies mentioned: 民進黨、苗栗縣政府 The Shanbian Mazu pilgrimage in Miaoli set out for Beigang Chaotian Temple, with President Lai Ching-te visiting to see it off. Lai prayed for the pilgrimage’s success and the country’s peace and prosperity, and called for support for the construction of a new temple. The traditional religious event has grown in scale year by year. ## China’s 10 Measures on Taiwan: Scholar Says They Weaponize Economic and Trade Exchange Policy - Published: 2026-04-12T19:34:00+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202604120147.aspx - anchor: #n97023 - Companies mentioned: 國民黨、致理科技大學、政治大學國際關係研究中心、馬英九基金會、海基會、海協會、陸委會、國台辦 After KMT Chairperson Cheng Li-wun’s visit to China, Beijing announced 10 policy measures for Taiwan. Experts say the measures weaponize economic exchanges, noting in particular that a proposal for Kinmen and Xiamen to share a new airport signals a strategic shift in cross-strait relations and carries national security risks. ## Iranian Official: Aiming to Restore Most Refining Capacity Within 2 Months - Published: 2026-04-12T19:27:00+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202604120146.aspx - anchor: #n97024 Iran’s deputy oil minister said the country aims to restore most of its refining capacity within 2 months. Repairs are already underway, and part of the refinery on Lavan Island is expected to resume operations within 10 days. ## US-Iran Talks End Without Deal; Trump Post Hints at Blockade of Iranian Waters, Could Affect China and India - Published: 2026-04-12T19:08:00+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202604120145.aspx - anchor: #n97025 - Companies mentioned: Just the News、Lexington Institute After talks between the United States and Iran ended without agreement, former President Trump posted a message suggesting a blockade of Iranian waters. Experts say the U.S. Navy could easily control the Strait of Hormuz, and that a blockade would significantly affect oil shipments to China and India. ## Tainan Nanny Charged With Baby Abuse; City Government Says Childcare Registration Revoked - Published: 2026-04-12T19:02:00+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202604120144.aspx - anchor: #n97026 - Companies mentioned: 台南市政府社會局、台南地檢署 A childcare worker and a friend have been indicted on suspicion of abusing an infant in Tainan. After the case came to light, the city’s Social Affairs Bureau had already revoked the worker’s registration and imposed a strict ban on working in childcare for life. The worker could also face a fine of up to NT$600,000 after a court ruling. ## China’s Auto Market Slumps; Experts Urge Allowing Car Purchases to Be Deducted From Personal Income Tax - Published: 2026-04-12T19:00:00+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202604120143.aspx - anchor: #n97027 - Companies mentioned: 新浪財經、中國汽車工業協會、中國汽車流通協會 With China’s auto market suffering a sharp decline in sales in Q1, experts are proposing long-term measures to stimulate demand, including allowing car-purchase costs to be deducted from personal income tax and making auto-loan interest tax-deductible. The proposals aim to move away from reliance on short-term subsidies. ## Man Turns Land Borrowed From Relative Into Garbage Dump; Taichung Appeal Court Upholds 1-Year, 4-Month Sentence - Published: 2026-04-12T18:56:00+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202604120141.aspx - anchor: #n97029 - Companies mentioned: 台中市政府環境保護局、台灣台中地方法院、台灣高等法院台中分院 A man from Taichung was sentenced again to 1 year and 4 months in prison on appeal for using land borrowed from a relative as an illegal dump. He collected and transported waste without a permit and burned some of it. The 40,000 yuan in illicit gains will also be confiscated. ## Penghu International Triathlon: Yang Bo-chih Keeps Men’s Title in Taiwan - Published: 2026-04-12T18:56:00+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202604120142.aspx - anchor: #n97028 - Companies mentioned: 富邦金控、澎湖縣政府、澎湖農漁產業合作社、黑妞黑糖糕 Yang Bo-chih, a 25-year-old Taiwanese athlete, won the men’s title at an international triathlon in Penghu. He overcame a grueling race to fulfill his dream of keeping the championship in Taiwan. His next goal is the KONA World Championship in Hawaii in October. ## Four-Seam Fastball Looks Like Two-Seamer; Zeng Chia-hui Has 2 Unusual Pitches in His Arsenal - Published: 2026-04-12T18:51:00+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202604120140.aspx - anchor: #n97005 Baseball player Tseng Chia-hui improved the velocity and quality of his fastball after refining his pitching mechanics through training in Japan. He is especially using an unusual fastball that seems to combine four-seam and two-seam pitches, along with a slider that breaks sharply across the plate, to disrupt batters’ perception. ## CPBL Players Embrace Japanese Training Equipment; Ma Chieh-sen Tries It and Hits First Homer - Published: 2026-04-12T18:45:00+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202604120139.aspx - anchor: #n97006 This year, many pitchers and position players in the Chinese Professional Baseball League have been using the “Core” support device made by Japan’s ReaLine before warming up. Originally developed for rehabilitation, the device has spread into the sports world, and Shohei Ohtani’s wife, Mamiko Tanaka, has also used it. Ma Chieh-sen tried it after being influenced by senior players including Chen Kuan-yu, and said he felt his joint mobility improve. The night he used it, he hit the first home run of his career, convincing him of its effectiveness. The trend began when Wu Nien-ting brought the device to the team at this year’s World Baseball Classic; head coach Tseng Hao-chu and coaches Peng Cheng-min and Wang Chien-ming also bought one. ## Invasive Fish Removed From Luodong Log Pond; 65-Centimeter Giant Snakehead Sets Record - Published: 2026-04-12T18:42:00+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202604120138.aspx - anchor: #n97007 - Companies mentioned: 林業及自然保育署宜蘭分署 林業及自然保育署宜蘭分署 held an invasive fish removal event at the Luodong Timber Pond, with 80 people taking part. A total of 130 snakeheads and tilapia weighing 23.34 kg were removed, including a 65 cm snakehead that set a new record for the largest caught there. The agency is working to protect native fish habitats and urging people not to release or abandon fish irresponsibly. ## Cambodia Urges Thailand to Resume Border Talks; New Thai Government Says It Is Not Yet Ready - Published: 2026-04-12T18:38:00+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202604120137.aspx - anchor: #n97008 Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet hopes to resume border talks to ensure peace for border residents, but Thailand’s new government says procedures are not yet ready. The two sides have long been at odds over a border demarcation dispute rooted in history. Tensions persist despite signing a ceasefire agreement last year. ## Typhoon Sinlaku Strengthens Into a Super Typhoon Far From Taiwan; 2 Cold Fronts to Bring Rain and Cooler Temperatures to the North From the 15th - Published: 2026-04-12T18:33:00+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202604120136.aspx - anchor: #n97009 - Companies mentioned: 交通部中央氣象署 This year’s No. 4 typhoon, Sinlaku, strengthened into a severe typhoon but is more than 2,000 km from Taiwan and will have no direct impact. However, two weather fronts are expected to pass over Taiwan after the 15th, bringing cooler temperatures and rain to the north. The northeast monsoon is expected to strengthen on the 18th and 19th, bringing more rain to northern and eastern Taiwan and further lowering temperatures. ## China’s 10 Taiwan Measures: DPP Says They Aim to Divide Taiwan and Influence Year-End Elections - Published: 2026-04-12T18:25:00+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202604120134.aspx - anchor: #n97011 China announced 10 policy measures for Taiwan after KMT Chairperson Cheng Li-wun visited the country from the 7th to the 12th and met with Communist Party General Secretary Xi Jinping. The measures include resuming individual travel to Taiwan for residents of Shanghai and Fujian and opening markets to fishery and agricultural products. The Democratic Progressive Party criticized the measures as “united front tactics” aimed at dividing Taiwanese society and influencing year-end elections. ## Fire Breaks Out at Xinzhuang Metal-Sheet Factory, Sending Up Thick Smoke; Police and Firefighters Urge Residents to Wear Masks Outdoors - Published: 2026-04-12T18:25:00+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202604120135.aspx - anchor: #n97010 A steel-frame factory caught fire in Xinzhuang District, New Taipei City, sending up thick black smoke. After receiving a report, authorities dispatched 37 fire engines and 90 firefighters, extinguishing the blaze in about 30 minutes. Scrapped vehicles were stored inside the factory, but there was no danger of the fire spreading and no injuries were reported. Fire officials urged nearby residents to close their windows and wear masks when going outside. ## BanG Dream Concert Barricade Blown Over; No One Hurt - Published: 2026-04-12T18:15:00+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202604120133.aspx - anchor: #n97012 - Companies mentioned: BanG Dream! At the BanG Dream! concert in Taipei, a barricade was blown over by strong winds, but no one was injured. Firefighters were at the scene, and the event organizers quickly repaired the facility. ## China’s 10 Taiwan Measures: Ministry of Economic Affairs Says Taiwan Will Follow Its Own Goals - Published: 2026-04-12T18:12:00+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202604120129.aspx - anchor: #n97013 - Companies mentioned: 国民党、中共中央台弁 (中国国務院台湾事務弁公室)、経済部 After China announced 10 preferential and market-opening measures for Taiwan, Taiwan’s 経済部 said the island’s economy would develop in line with its own goals. ## Chang Yu-chen Wins Corporate Volleyball League Men’s MVP; Aims to Reach the 4 in the Semifinals at the Nagoya Asian Games - Published: 2026-04-12T18:05:00+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202604120120.aspx - anchor: #n97014 - Companies mentioned: 雲林美津濃、台灣師大男排 Volleyball player Chang Yu-chen won the corporate league MVP award, leading his team to the championship and also reaching the top of the college league. He is aiming for a top-four finish at the Nagoya Asian Games. ## China’s 10 Taiwan Measures Include Tourism; Travel Industry Hopes Government Will Seize Opportunity to Open Up - Published: 2026-04-12T18:03:00+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202604120119.aspx - anchor: #n97015 China announced 10 policy measures for Taiwan, including promoting a pilot program for independent travel to Taiwan by residents of Shanghai and Fujian. Taiwan’s tourism industry welcomed the move and called on the government to ensure a smooth opening. ## Being the ‘Lin-Yang Pair’s’ Opponents Is No Easy Task; Lin Sheng-ming and Huang Tzu-yuan Exclaim Their Dream Came True - Published: 2026-04-12T18:02:00+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202604120118.aspx - anchor: #n97016 High school badminton players Lin Sheng-ming and Huang Tzu-yuan achieved a dream by facing the Olympic gold-medal duo known as the ‘Lin-Yang Pair’ in an exhibition match after winning the U19 national championship. ## US Tariffs Could Delay New Drug Introductions; Experts Urge Cutting Older Drugs to Spur Growth - Published: 2026-04-12T17:59:00+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202604120117.aspx - anchor: #n97017 - Companies mentioned: 台湾医薬品法規学会、行政院、衛生福利部 Amid concerns about delays in introducing new drugs in Taiwan, experts have proposed optimizing the budget structure and reducing spending on older medicines. ## China Announces Agricultural Measures for Taiwan; 農業部: Diversify Risk and Markets - Published: 2026-04-12T17:56:00+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202604120116.aspx - anchor: #n97018 - Companies mentioned: 農業部 In response to China’s announcement of agricultural measures for Taiwan, Taiwan’s 農業部 pointed to the risks of the Chinese market and said it would maintain its policy of diversifying markets. ## Peru Presidential Election Underway; More Than 30 Candidates Could Advance to June Runoff - Published: 2026-04-12T17:55:00+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202604120115.aspx - anchor: #n96991 - Companies mentioned: Ipsos Peru held a presidential election, but with more than 30 candidates in the race, no one is expected to win a majority. Keiko Fujimori is leading in opinion polls, but a June runoff is all but certain. ## JLPGA Fujifilm Ladies Golf Tournament: Wu Chia-yen Wins 2nd Title on Japan Tour - Published: 2026-04-12T17:54:00+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202604120114.aspx - anchor: #n96992 - Companies mentioned: 日本女子プロゴルフ協会 (JLPGA)、富士フイルム、ヤマハ Taiwanese professional golfer Wu Chia-yen won the JLPGA 富士フイルム Studio Alice Women’s Open, claiming her 2nd victory on the Japan Tour. She said switching to a long putter helped improve her results. ## China Unveils 10 Taiwan Measures; Presidential Office Says They Should Not Become Bargaining Chips for a Particular Political Party - Published: 2026-04-12T17:40:00+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202604120113.aspx - anchor: #n96993 - Companies mentioned: 国民党 China announced 10 measures for Taiwan, including opening tourism and agricultural markets. Taiwan’s Presidential Office responded that the measures should not be used as a tool for political maneuvering and that cross-strait exchanges should take place without political preconditions. ## Casino Mogul Stanley Ho’s Daughter Pansy Ho Dies at Age 60 - Published: 2026-04-12T17:38:00+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202604120111.aspx - anchor: #n96995 - Companies mentioned: 信徳集団 (Shun Tak Holdings) Maisy Ho, the daughter of Macau casino tycoon Stanley Ho, has died at 60. Shun Tak Group announced her death, and her family expressed their grief. She never married and contributed to the family business throughout her life. ## DPP Hsinchu City North District Councilor Primary Has 4 Candidates for 3 Spots; Tai Chen-po Fails to Advance - Published: 2026-04-12T17:38:00+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202604120112.aspx - anchor: #n96994 - Companies mentioned: 民進党 (DPP) The Democratic Progressive Party held an internal primary to select its endorsed candidates for the upcoming New Taipei City Council election in Xinzhu District. Three of the four candidates were selected. Incumbent Yang Ling-yi secured the party’s endorsement under its women’s quota. ## US-Iran Talks End Without Consensus; Pakistan and Australia Urge Middle East Ceasefire to Hold - Published: 2026-04-12T17:30:00+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202604120110.aspx - anchor: #n96996 Peace talks between the United States and Iran, mediated by Pakistan, collapsed. Pakistan and Australia then strongly urged both countries to maintain a ceasefire in the Middle East. ## Wang Chi-lin Teams Up With Lee Yang at Dawn Cup; Still Needs to Adapt to Synthetic Shuttlecocks - Published: 2026-04-12T17:28:00+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202604120109.aspx - anchor: #n96997 - Companies mentioned: 世界羽球聯盟 (BWF) Taiwanese badminton player Wang Chi-lin said it would take time to adapt to artificial shuttlecocks being tested by the Badminton World Federation. He recently became a father and is also working hard at parenting. ## ‘Lin-Yang Pair’ Reunites at Dawn Cup; Lee Yang: ‘My Rotator Cuff Is Burning’ - Published: 2026-04-12T17:18:00+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202604120108.aspx - anchor: #n96998 Taiwan’s Olympic badminton gold-medal pair, the “Lin-Yang duo,” reunited for an exhibition match. Li Yang, who has become sports minister, said after playing for the first time in a while that he had “burned out his rotator cuff,” and highlighted the importance of exercise. ## Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Khaled Visits China - Published: 2026-04-12T17:17:00+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202604120107.aspx - anchor: #n96999 Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Khaled visited China. The visit has drawn attention as it comes amid heightened tensions in the Middle East following the collapse of peace talks between the United States and Iran. ## China Unveils 10 Taiwan Measures; Weng Chang-liang: Market Stability Requires Careful Observation - Published: 2026-04-12T17:14:00+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202604120106.aspx - anchor: #n97000 - Companies mentioned: 国民党 Local leaders in Taiwan have offered varied reactions to China’s 10 measures for Taiwan. Chiayi County Magistrate Weng Chang-liang took a cautious stance, citing the instability of the Chinese market, while Yunlin County Magistrate Chang Li-shan voiced hopes for agricultural sales. ## China’s 10 Taiwan Measures: Executive Yuan Slams ‘Turning Exchanges Into Tools and Economic Ties Into Weapons’ as United Front Tactics - Published: 2026-04-12T17:06:00+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202604120105.aspx - anchor: #n97001 The Chinese Communist Party’s Taiwan Affairs Office announced 10 policy measures for Taiwan, including resuming individual travel to Taiwan for residents of Shanghai and Fujian, fully normalizing cross-strait flights, promoting sales of Taiwanese agricultural and fishery products in mainland China, and helping Taiwanese small and medium-sized businesses develop the Chinese market. In response, Taiwanese government spokesperson Li Hui-chih said such measures had been temporarily implemented and then suspended in the past, harming Taiwan’s industries and agricultural and fishing communities. The government supports cross-strait exchanges on an equal and dignified basis, she said, but criticized China’s latest measures as “turning exchanges into a tool and weaponizing economic and trade ties,” part of united front work. ## Taiwan Festival in Japan Spotlights Tainan; Huang Wei-che Promotes Local Agricultural Products - Published: 2026-04-12T17:05:00+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202604120104.aspx - anchor: #n97002 台南市長黃偉哲赴日參加「台灣祭」10週年活動，以「台南」為主題在東京晴空塔與群馬太田推廣擔仔麵、果乾等特色美食，盼藉此深化台日合作並提升台南農漁產品外銷。活動將持續至5月底。 ## Writer Huang Yi-feng Curates Bird’s Nest Exhibition; 35 Nests Showcase the Wisdom of Urban Living - Published: 2026-04-12T17:01:00+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acul/202604120103.aspx - anchor: #n97003 - Companies mentioned: 台灣文創發展基金會、台灣文創發展股份有限公司、大安森林公園之友基金會、自然野趣、遠流出版公司 Writer Huang Yi-feng curated a “Bird’s Nest Exhibition” featuring 35 artworks made from bird nests. The exhibition showcases how birds adapt to urban environments and use materials from human society, such as plastic and hangers, to build nests, highlighting their ingenuity and beauty. It explores the coexistence of nature and urban life. ## Yonghe Soy Milk Breakfast Shop Accused of Having Maggots on Trays; New Taipei Health Department Inspects and Orders Improvements - Published: 2026-04-12T16:57:00+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202604120102.aspx - anchor: #n97004 - Companies mentioned: 新北市衛生局 A customer at a soy milk breakfast shop in Yonghe District, New Taipei City, reported finding maggots on a tray. The business apologized and issued a full refund, thoroughly disinfected the kitchen and premises, and recleaned and disinfected the trays. 新北市衛生局 also conducted a surprise inspection and found no traces of pathogens, but ordered improvements to dust and pest control measures and equipment cleaning, saying it would impose a fine if the problems were not addressed.