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Local venture サンカクキカク has published the latest edition (vol.7) of “FAN’s,” a hometown tax donation storybook connecting local communities and fans.
Companies mentioned：サンカクキカク
Amaze Plus will open the flagship store of its core-training gear brand “BEAXIS” in Sakae, Nagoya, on April 25. With a concept of turning everyday life into a workout, the company plans and sells healthcare products.
Niche fragrance retailer NOSE SHOP will launch 5 perfumes from the new cocktail-inspired brand “Blndrgrphy（ブレンダーグラフィ）” on April 17.
Doctors’ skincare brand “TAKAMI” held a global event with international influencers to share its proprietary “角質美容” method with the world.
Rhythm announced new products, including USB fans and humidifiers, as part of its spring campaign. Drawing on its history as a clock manufacturer, it supports people’s healthy lives with a diverse range of products.
Originalグリーエンターテインメントは、人気VTuber「藍月なくる」「棗いつき」「無來」「ナツメイツキ」とコラボした大型イベント「Spring Trip Compass: 4人と辿る、東京満喫 春の旅編」の開催を決定しました。
Companies mentioned：グリーエンターテインメント
Real estate crowdfunding platform “LEVECHY” has redeemed Fund No. 16 and paid dividends. It restarted as a fintech company in June 2023, aiming to accelerate its business and democratize finance.
Real estate crowdfunding platform “LEVECHY（レベチー）” announced that it had redeemed “LEVECHY Fund No. 20” and paid dividends. This is an update on business progress from 株式会社LEVECHY.
The smartphone poker game “Poker Chase” will hold a revival collaboration event with the anime “Kakegurui××” starting Apr. 22.
株式会社エーアイ announced that it will release the “Kotonoha Akane” and “Kotonoha Aoi” editions of its voice synthesis software “Desktop Mate DLC” on April 24, 2026. The store pages will go live on April 17.
Companies mentioned：株式会社エーアイ
Minami-Aoyama community event “NEIGHBORS’ GARDEN PARTY No. 3” will take place on May 16 and 17. It is hosted by a company that renovates aging buildings and operates creative offices, and has drawn a total of 15,000 people.
Jubilee has launched knit bags featuring British royal family motifs to mark the 100th anniversary of Queen Elizabeth’s birth. British royal warrant holder LAUNER LONDON also continues to refine its quality and style.
Companies mentioned：Jubilee、LAUNER LONDON
Bike-sharing service “Charichari” marked the 10th anniversary of the Kumamoto earthquake by conducting a “large-scale disaster staff mobilization drill” with 熊本県菊陽町.
Companies mentioned：熊本県菊陽町
スタディチェーン株式会社 announced that its Tottori University Exam Prep School will offer a half-price enrollment fee campaign through April 30, 2026.
ホロライブ’s new event project “hololive BASE on Tour! 2026 Duet Stage!” is set to take place in 7 cities nationwide starting in May 2026. It is being produced by the MD division, which develops and sells products in collaboration with popular IP.
Companies mentioned：ホロライブ
NFT game “EGGRYPTO” is celebrating its 6th anniversary with a major commemorative campaign, including a 100-pull gacha giveaway.
Akita University Exam Prep School, operated by edtech company Study Chain, announced a campaign with a new slogan, aiming for 90 successful applicants.
The 3D spatial video “Spatial Disc” of the SNOW MIKU 2026 theme song is now available on the XR digital product marketplace “XMarket®.” It is provided by Metaverse Hub Content Studio.
The 2 tournaments, the All-Japan Judo Championships and the Empress’s Cup All-Japan Women’s Judo Championships, will be streamed live for free on “Sports Navi,” which LINE Yahoo is involved with.
Companies mentioned：LINEヤフー株式会社、全日本柔道連盟（推測）
Metaverse Content Studio has begun offering DNP’s “Hatsune Miku” extended animation on “XMarket.” The move aims to expand the digital figure distribution platform.
Companies mentioned：大日本印刷（DNP）
Soro Tani, director of the anime “Soro Tani’s Animecchi,” has teamed up with 日本オンラインクレーンゲーム事業者協会（JOCA） to release a promotional anime on YouTube. The entertainment company, which also promotes AI-related businesses, is accelerating the use of IP and its integration with AI.
Companies mentioned：日本オンラインクレーンゲーム事業者協会（JOCA）
ココネグループ has opened pre-registration for its new post-apocalyptic slow-life app, “LIVING with LIVLIES: If the World,” where players live with “Livly.”
Companies mentioned：ココネグループ
株式会社カンリー has released a free report using data to reveal the realities of attracting customers to stores in the cleaning industry.
Original冷凍食品の利用シーン調査で、夕食の主食が72.4%で1位。800人対象にアスマークが調査。
Companies mentioned：株式会社アスマーク
Original「ドラゴンクエスト アイランド」が5周年を迎え、新サブクエスト関連グッズが登場。この施設は、五感と身体を使って「二次元コンテンツ」の世界を体験できる純日本産のアニメパークです。
Companies mentioned：ドラゴンクエスト アイランド
New “Nyanko Ranger” items will go on sale at “Nyanko Daishoten Online” on April 17. The announcement comes from the company behind “The Battle Cats.”
A Nissan GT-R-focused feature will air on BS Nippon TV’s program “Ogi Yagi’s Car History” on Saturday, April 18, at 9 p.m.
Companies mentioned：日産自動車
矢場味仙 and Tower Records Shibuya have teamed up, with ELLYLAND turning popular menu items into characters. The collaboration offers a new promotional approach that brings music and food together.
Companies mentioned：矢場味仙、タワーレコード渋谷、ELLYLAND
New merchandise from the TV anime “Girls’ Last Tour,” including T-shirts and tote bags featuring Chito and Yuri riding their Kettenkrad, as well as a T-shirt featuring the mysterious creature Nuko, is now available from 株式会社コスパ. The company’s business theme is “maximizing content value.”
Companies mentioned：株式会社コスパ
Dessin has published a feature on its website introducing the “lucky cardigan,” recommended as an item to support peace of mind every day.
Companies mentioned：Dessin、World Group
New products inspired by Honeydukes will go on sale at Harry Potter Mahou Dokoro from April 24, 2026. The launch is part of the company’s merchandise business, which places importance on the world of the series.
ホテルオークラ京都 will begin serving its “Founding Anniversary Special Course” on May 7, featuring seasonal ingredients from Kyoto prepared teppanyaki-style. The event reflects the hotel’s commitment to delivering inspiring experiences through its facilities, cuisine and service.
Companies mentioned：ホテルオークラ京都、オークラ ホテルズ & リゾーツ
ネットマーブル Japan will launch livestreams by popular streamers on April 18 to celebrate the release of the latest action RPG, Mongil: STAR DIVE.
Companies mentioned：ネットマーブル
Blu-ray and DVD editions of the Jason Statham-starring film A Working Man are set to go on sale on August 5, 2026. They will be sold by a comprehensive entertainment trading company dealing in toys, video and music products, games and more, which runs a business that delivers “dreams.”
The DVD of Last Breath, a survival thriller about escaping from a “zero chance of survival,” is set for release on Wednesday, July 29, 2026. A comprehensive entertainment trading company is offering it as part of its business of delivering “dreams.”
A comprehensive entertainment trading company has announced the release of Blu-ray and DVD editions of the film YADANG / Yadang on August 5, 2026. The company handles toys, video and music products, video games and more.
Originalマイクロマガジン社は4月20日、GCN文庫より新刊『誘惑だらけの美少女ハーレムパーティーに１人、魔王が紛れ込んでいる！？』と『王者の盤狂わせ 2』を発売します。エンターテイメント総合出版社としてユニークな作品を発信します。
With expectations growing for calligraphy to be inscribed on UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage list, Gakken has released a kanji writing dictionary that scientifically explores the “new common sense” of beautiful handwriting. This is a new initiative in the field of education.
Companies mentioned：Gakken
A pop-up store for the TV anime “Ace of Diamond actⅡ” is set to open at マルイ from May 1.
Companies mentioned：マルイ
The “Space Travel ver.” lottery for the TV anime “Yowamushi Pedal LIMIT BREAK” went on sale today. The product is offered by a company that runs an entertainment business using various IPs, as part of its media-mix strategy.
KADOKAWA’s “How to Lean on Someone” series has made the rankings in the “BL Award 2026.” KADOKAWA is a comprehensive entertainment company that promotes IP development.
Companies mentioned：KADOKAWA
ViXion will release its autofocus eyewear “ViXion2” on April 17. The company develops vision-support devices with a vision of expanding life’s possibilities through technology.
A lifestyle design maker has simultaneously released a packable tote and a utility pouch in 2 styles, designed to erase the boundary between everyday life and travel.
Rising indie pop artist hanbee, who has roots in New Zealand and Korea, has released the new song “city time.”
Frontier Group Co., Ltd. will begin accepting applications today at 12:00 for its real estate investment project “Raku Tama No. 40 (Urawa Land Project).”
Companies mentioned：東邦レマック(株)
Chiropractic and pelvic care salon “Karada Factory” has begun selling the “Imabari Towel Luxury Lounging Pillow” on its official online store.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ファクトリージャパングループ
ポピンズグループ held its 2026 entrance ceremony, welcoming 328 new employees. The company provides education and care and nursing care services, with supporting working women as its mission.
Companies mentioned：ポピンズグループ
Mackenzie House Co., Ltd. has completed “A Home Created with an Architect,” a custom-built home featuring distinctive design, in Minamicho, Odawara City.
Companies mentioned：湘南ベルマーレ
Shurijo Castle Park will hold the “Golden Week Experience Event 2026” during Golden Week. Through events sharing Okinawa’s nature, history and culture, the park aims to pass them on to the next generation.
PagodaBiz is bringing the popular all-in-one laser welding machine “Xlaserlab X1 Pro” from Europe and the United States to Japan for the first time, and will launch crowdfunding on Campfire on April 17.
Companies mentioned：PagodaBiz
Yokohama Vanilla will bring back its popular “Salt Vanilla Shake” for a limited time at Yokohama Takashimaya Bakery Square.
Companies mentioned：横浜バニラ株式会社
オーデマ ピゲ has released the documentary “Inside the Dream: Audemars Piguet,” which tells the story of the brand’s history and independent spirit.
Companies mentioned：オーデマ ピゲ
プロディライト provides the cloud phone system “INNOVERA.” It has updated its IR note with an explanation of the key KPIs disclosed on April 16, 2026.
Companies mentioned：プロディライト
ColorSing will perform on stage at “LuckyFes” as a live-streaming app dedicated to singing. Its features include the use of JOYSOUND audio tracks and a rewards system that recognizes singing ability.
Datachain has become an official partner of the student hackathon “Tornado 2026” and will provide technical support for sending prize money in JPYC. The initiative aims to promote young people’s understanding of stablecoins.
Companies mentioned：Datachain、JPYC
The Ehime Shimbun has launched a pilot of new media combining NFC and newspaper inserts in Matsuyama’s Ishii-Higashi district. It will provide daily disaster-preparedness quizzes and diversify the ways local information is shared.
OriginalBtoBメディアTOYNOVAが、「指名買い」と「習慣買い」のブランド戦略における構造的差異について、BAKE、花王、ヤプリを交えて議論するイベントを開催します。
Companies mentioned：BAKE、花王、ヤプリ
Copa Corporation has formed a business partnership with ライブコマース社 and will make a full-scale entry into TikTok Shop by leveraging its expertise in demonstration sales.
Companies mentioned：ライブコマース社
Portable power station maker EcoFlow will hold its “Member Festa,” with discounts of up to 63% off, starting April 13. Products used around the world will be offered at special prices.
In the age of AI search, how AI perceives a company is key to its success. A webinar on April 22 will explain the importance of AIO strategy and provide practical insights.
Money Forward conducted a survey of people in years 1–4 of their careers on how they use their starting salaries and other money-related matters.
Companies mentioned：東京証券取引所
The PR TIMES-hosted event “Customers leave because of ‘service’ and become fans through ‘experiences’” will be held on June 10, with speakers including Aマッソ’s Kano, 星野リゾート, メルカリ and タイミー.
Companies mentioned：Aマッソ、星野リゾート、メルカリ、タイミー
Since its founding in 2000, MonotaRO has sold indirect materials (MRO) online to the manufacturing and construction industries. It has now published catalogs for office supplies, lighting, cleaning products and household goods.
Darktrace, a global leader in AI cybersecurity, has released its latest research findings. The report finds that China-linked cyber operations are evolving into long-term strategies targeting critical infrastructure.
Meiji Kinenkan is holding a bridal fair that introduces the appeal of weddings in 90 minutes. The historic venue can also be used for MICE events, parties, and restaurant and café visits.
ベル・クール研究所 will exhibit at “Beautyworld Japan Tokyo,” which runs from May 18 to 20, and will accept inquiries about contract manufacturing of cosmetics and quasi-drugs.
The new book “当事者発想 あなたの「誰かのため」は、何のためか？” goes on sale April 17. It explores why SDGs and DE&I are failing to gain traction from the perspectives of design, welfare and business.
Companies mentioned：クロスメディアグループ(株)
A new model home has opened in Isehara. It is part of the real estate and custom-home business of a partner company of 湘南ベルマーレ, drawing on a track record of more than 3,400 buildings.
Companies mentioned：湘南ベルマーレ
サファイアテラ・キャピタル has submitted a shareholder proposal to 三陽商会 calling for a special dividend.
Companies mentioned：サファイアテラ・キャピタル、三陽商会
DD4D BREWING has unveiled a collaborative craft beer to celebrate 愛媛オレンジバイキングス qualifying for the playoffs. The initiative aims to contribute to the community and create culture.
Companies mentioned：Ehime Orange Vikings
6社 providing services for the Groonga full-text search engine have launched “Groonga Business Partners.” Building on efforts to promote free software since 2006 and expertise in data processing and browser-related businesses, the group aims to popularize Groonga and ensure business continuity.
Companies mentioned：6社
A free software development company has launched the “test-mails project,” an open-source project for sharing emails used in email system testing.
Taiwanese brands drew attention at an industrial manufacturing exhibition held in Vietnam for their strong reliability and advantages as a “non-Chinese supply chain.” HIWIN is a global leader in precision ball screws and linear motion components, with a 20% share of the world market, and supplies products essential to the semiconductor and AI industries. JHewitt also has customers in 150 countries for its power-related components, which have been adopted in major public works projects and the automotive industry in Vietnam. The flexibility, rapid deployment, technical talent and high-quality products of Taiwanese companies are playing an important role in Vietnam’s industrial transformation.
A refrigerant compressor was shut down in an emergency at CPC Corporation’s New Third Naphtha Cracker plant in Linyuan District, Kaohsiung, causing a fire and black smoke. The Kaohsiung Environmental Protection Bureau said it plans to impose a fine of NT$100,000 to NT$5 million for air pollution control law violations related to particulate emissions from the flare stack. The compressor was restarted after the incident, and there has been no impact on supply. The cause is under investigation.
In the case of the murder of an 11-year-old boy in Nantan, Kyoto Prefecture, the arrested stepfather, suspect 安達優季, 37, reportedly told investigators that he “strangled and killed him on a temporary impulse.” 安達優季 was arrested on suspicion of abandoning a body and is alleged to have moved the boy’s body to multiple locations between March 23 and April 13. An autopsy was unable to determine the cause of death, and police are investigating the details of the crime and seeking to corroborate the suspect’s statement.
During seismic reinforcement work at the 曹公分館 of the Kaohsiung Municipal Library, the structure of the “鳳山街役場,” dating back about 100 years, was accidentally discovered. The Cultural Affairs Bureau said it would adjust the construction plan to avoid damaging the remains and aims to fully restore the arched windows. A local history group called for the historic remains to be preserved and put to use. The bureau will consult experts and also consider the need to assess their cultural heritage value.
Legislators from the Democratic Progressive Party pointed to problems connecting the old and new systems in the labor pension scheme and called for reform. In particular, to protect the rights of “workers solely under the old system,” they proposed an early settlement of service years under the old system and a lump-sum transfer to individual accounts under the new system. The aim is to improve the liquidity of workers’ pension assets and their opportunities to earn investment returns.
The Legislative Yuan passed amendments to parts of the Teachers’ Act at the 三rd reading, introducing a compensation mechanism for teachers reinstated after suspension that covers both their base salary and academic research allowance. This safeguards the rights of teachers whose compensation was affected during their suspension, and reflects the argument that the academic research allowance should be considered a de facto fixed payment. The amendments aim to address frivolous lawsuits following the introduction of the school affairs meeting system and to safeguard teachers’ professional dignity and fairness in schools.
A special report has been proposed in Taiwan’s Legislative Yuan on the impact of bringing in migrant workers from India on labor policy and public safety. Labor Minister Hung Shen-han said the first Indian migrant workers could arrive as early as this year. The Kuomintang caucus called on the premier to explain related measures and public safety policies. With caucus consensus, the proposal was referred for a second reading and sent to caucus negotiations.
The International Energy Agency (IEA) warned that Europe could run out of aviation fuel in as little as 6 weeks, depending on how long the Strait of Hormuz remains blocked. IEA Executive Director Fatih Birol forecast that the energy crisis would worsen further in April as oil supply shortages deepen, saying it could accelerate inflation in many countries and hamper economic growth. Europe’s aviation industry is concerned that the fuel crisis will seriously affect airport operations and the convenience of air travel, dealing a major blow to the economy.
According to statistics from the Ministry of the Interior, the average household size in Taiwan fell from 3.20 people in the fourth quarter of 2021 to 2.89 in the fourth quarter of 2025. The decline reflects falling birth rates and later marriage, as household composition becomes smaller. A survey by 永慶房屋 found that over the past 5 years, the share of transactions involving small homes of 25 ping or less rose markedly across the 六 special municipalities and Hsinchu County and City, particularly in Kaohsiung and New Taipei. Average prices for small homes also rose in all areas, with Hsinchu County and City recording a sharp increase of 58.7%.
遠通電收 partnered with its subsidiary 遠拓泰 and the BGSR Group to introduce the M-Flow multi-lane free-flow electronic toll collection system on Thailand’s M81 Expressway, which has officially opened. The system has significantly cut travel time from Bangkok to Kanchanaburi, and weekend traffic has reached 5.5万 vehicles. The 遠通 team is also responsible for building the system on the M6 Expressway, which is targeted to open in full by 2028.
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) warned that the war in the Middle East would have a severe impact on energy-importing countries, particularly in the Asia-Pacific region and sub-Saharan Africa. Disruptions to traffic through the Strait of Hormuz could widen trade deficits, drive up living costs and raise the risk of hunger in these regions. The IMF forecasts that 2000万人 could face hunger, with poor countries and Pacific island nations particularly vulnerable.
Despite the war in the Middle East, ship-to-ship (STS) transfers of Iranian crude oil continue near Singapore, helping Iran evade sanctions and maintain trade with China. About 400 aging tankers form a “ghost fleet,” operating clandestinely through opaque ownership structures and GPS manipulation. Waters off Malaysia and Singapore have become a key transfer hub for Iranian crude. Since March 1, at least 37 Iran-linked tankers have conducted transfers in the area, and more than 6230万 barrels of crude have flowed to Chinese ports.
The Republic of the Marshall Islands’ former president, Kabua, died on April 8 at the age of 74, Taiwan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs said. Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung sent a letter of condolence to the widow, expressing gratitude for Kabua’s longstanding support for Taiwan.
Hong Kong Secretary for Security Chris Tang said a “special project” had been run over the past 2 years for young people arrested in connection with the anti-extradition bill protests. The project aims to help young people understand national affairs and national security issues, and to handle cases outside the courts. It has been conducted discreetly, with more than 7000 people taking part in activities including visits to mainland China, vocational training and internships. Participants have expressed regret after completing the project, which officials say has had a marked effect. The project was made public amid social stability, with participants not being arrested again.
Original越共総書記蘇林の中国訪問後、中越両国は共同声明を発表した。声明では、ベトナムが中国のCPTPP加盟を支持し、人工知能、半導体、高速鉄道などの分野での協力を積極的に推進することが明記された。また、両国は「一帯一路」と「両廊一圏」の枠組みでの連携を強化し、安全で安定した産業チェーンとサプライチェーンを共同で構築することに合意した。
The Taipei Feitsui Reservoir Administration said it continues to supply hydropower to Taiwan Power Company under the terms of its contract. However, because Taiwan Power Company has not agreed to compensation for water consumption resulting from extended hydropower generation, the administration said it would not support extended generation until a reasonable compensation mechanism is established. The policy is intended to secure domestic water supplies for about 600万人 in Greater Taipei. The administration plans to seek International Hydropower Association (HSA) certification in the future to enhance the green energy benefits of hydropower from the Feitsui Reservoir.
Baseless rumors about the suspect’s nationality and age have spread online in connection with the death of an 11-year-old boy in Nantan, Kyoto Prefecture. Japanese police have categorically denied claims that the boy’s stepfather was a foreign national and the circulation of AI-generated images. Police warned that spreading false information could lead to criminal liability, including for defamation, and stressed the importance of verifying sources.
Original川普大統領は、イランが昨年米軍の空爆後に埋められた核物質を引き渡すことに合意したと発表しました。この合意は、イランの核兵器製造能力を弱体化させる上で重要な進展となる可能性があります。イラン側はまだこの譲歩を公式に確認していませんが、国際原子力機関（IAEA）によると、これらの核物質は昨年6月の米軍による3つの主要な核施設への空爆後に地下深くに埋められました。米国は、濃縮ウランの存在を安全保障上の脅威と見なしています。
Original経済部能源署は、中東情勢の変動による原油価格高騰を受け、114年「車両燃費ガイド」を発表しました。乗用車部門では、ホンダFIT A522H1502 1498c.c. A1 5Dハイブリッドガソリン乗用車が最も優れた燃費性能を示し、1リットルあたり平均26.9キロメートル走行可能です。商用車では三陽TUCSON、バイクではHONDA SUPER CUBがそれぞれ最高燃費を記録しました。ガイドには電気自動車のエネルギー効率情報も含まれています。
Tesla is recruiting semiconductor engineers in Taiwan for its AI chip factory, “Terafab.” The facility is planned as a vertically integrated operation combining logic, memory, packaging, testing and mask production. CEO Elon Musk announced last month that he planned to build a large-scale AI chip factory to realize his ambitions in robotics and data centers. Job descriptions call for experience with advanced chip manufacturing nodes of 7nm or below and technology at the 2nm level, as well as knowledge of advanced packaging technologies such as CoWoS and SoIC.
Original頼清徳総統がアフリカの友好国エスワティニを訪問し、台湾とエスワティニが共同で推進する「台湾産業イノベーションパーク」が、台湾企業のアフリカ市場への進出拠点となることが注目されています。この訪問では、産業イノベーションパークと戦略石油貯蔵施設のブリーフィングが行われる予定です。両国は農業、教育、公衆衛生医療、女性起業、情報通信、経済貿易など多岐にわたる分野で協力関係を強化しています。
Labor groups said this year’s May Day workers’ demonstration will focus on retirement security and present demands including raising employers’ contribution rate under the new labor pension system to 12% and removing the calculation cap under the old system. The march will proceed from Ketagalan Boulevard to the Legislative Yuan, where the groups will seek responses from representatives of the 三 parties. Dai Kuo-jung, chair of the National Federation of Trade Unions, said retirement system reform was urgent as Taiwan faced the challenges of an aging population and declining birth rates.
According to Bloomberg, the U.S. government plans for major federal agencies to use “Mythos,” an advanced AI model developed by Anthropic. The plan is moving forward amid concerns that Mythos could significantly increase cybersecurity risks. Experts say Mythos has found “thousands” of serious vulnerabilities in operating systems, web browsers and other products, and its advanced programming capabilities give it an unprecedented potential not only to identify vulnerabilities but also to devise ways to exploit them. The White House Office of Management and Budget said it is putting safeguards in place so federal agencies can begin using Mythos.
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Google released its “2025 Ads Safety Report,” saying it had strengthened fraud prevention and ad reviews using its Gemini AI model. Last year, it blocked more than 99% of violating content before ads were served, removed more than 8.3 billion ads and suspended more than 24.9 million accounts. In Taiwan, it removed 3,564 URLs in violation of regulations. Gemini also analyzes information beyond image and text patterns, improving its ability to distinguish trustworthy offers from sophisticated scams. As a result, mistaken account suspensions fell 80% last year.
US intelligence agencies have detected signs that China is considering providing Iran with an advanced radar system following the outbreak of the US-Israeli war. Russia has also shared information with Iran about US military bases in the Middle East. This points to broad, informal cooperation among major powers seeking to counter US influence in the region. An X-band radar system could significantly improve Iran’s ability to detect and track drones and cruise missiles.
Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an announced on April 17 that the Feitsui Reservoir would stop providing emergency power to Taiwan Power Co. (Taipower), after the Control Yuan said the rate Taipower paid to purchase electricity from the reservoir was too low. The Feitsui Reservoir Administration said it would halt emergency power supplies because Taipower had not agreed to a “water consumption compensation fee” contract. Next year, the administration plans to obtain hydropower green energy certificates and seek partners to increase municipal treasury revenue.
Civic groups and lawmakers from across party lines held a joint news conference, urging the Executive Yuan to promptly submit amendments to the Special Act for Rental Housing. The Ministry of the Interior is considering measures to guarantee rental periods, limit rent increases and add a clause to exclude “bad tenants.” While the policy direction has broad support, concerns have been raised that the draft amendments have still not been submitted after 7 months. If the Executive Yuan does not act quickly, civic groups are prepared to submit their own amendment proposal.