# AI News 180m Report｜2026-04-23 09:00–12:00 JST｜Page 12 of 12

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 1111 items from 2 sources; Taiwan, 33 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## Annual Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts) — 22nd Fiscal Period (2025/01/28–2026/01/26)

- Published: 2026-04-23T09:06:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示
- Original: https://api.edinet-fsa.go.jp/article/%E6%9C%89%E4%BE%A1%E8%A8%BC%E5%88%B8%E5%A0%B1%E5%91%8A%E6%9B%B8%EF%BC%88%E5%86%85%E5%9B%BD%E6%8A%95%E8%B3%87%E4%BF%A1%E8%A8%97%E5%8F%97%E7%9B%8A%E8%A8%BC%E5%88%B8%EF%BC%89%EF%BC%8D%E7%AC%AC22%E6%9C%9F(2025%2F01%2F28%EF%BC%8D2026%2F01%2F26)-2026-04-23%2009%3A06
- anchor: #n193450

三井住友ＤＳアセットマネジメント株式会社 has filed its annual securities report for the 22nd fiscal period. The period runs from 2025/01/28 to 2026/01/26.

## Annual Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts) — 8th Fiscal Period (2025/01/31–2026/01/30)

- Published: 2026-04-23T09:04:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示
- Original: https://api.edinet-fsa.go.jp/article/%E6%9C%89%E4%BE%A1%E8%A8%BC%E5%88%B8%E5%A0%B1%E5%91%8A%E6%9B%B8%EF%BC%88%E5%86%85%E5%9B%BD%E6%8A%95%E8%B3%87%E4%BF%A1%E8%A8%97%E5%8F%97%E7%9B%8A%E8%A8%BC%E5%88%B8%EF%BC%89%EF%BC%8D%E7%AC%AC8%E6%9C%9F(2025%2F01%2F31%EF%BC%8D2026%2F01%2F30)-2026-04-23%2009%3A04
- anchor: #n193449
- Companies mentioned: 大和アセットマネジメント株式会社

大和アセットマネジメント株式会社 has filed its annual securities report for the 8th fiscal period concerning beneficiary certificates of domestic investment trusts. The report provides detailed disclosures of performance and other information for the reporting period.

## Annual Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts) — 25th Fiscal Period (2025/01/28–2026/01/26)

- Published: 2026-04-23T09:03:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示
- Original: https://api.edinet-fsa.go.jp/article/%E6%9C%89%E4%BE%A1%E8%A8%BC%E5%88%B8%E5%A0%B1%E5%91%8A%E6%9B%B8%EF%BC%88%E5%86%85%E5%9B%BD%E6%8A%95%E8%B3%87%E4%BF%A1%E8%A8%97%E5%8F%97%E7%9B%8A%E8%A8%BC%E5%88%B8%EF%BC%89%EF%BC%8D%E7%AC%AC25%E6%9C%9F(2025%2F01%2F28%EF%BC%8D2026%2F01%2F26)-2026-04-23%2009%3A03
- anchor: #n193448

Sumitomo Mitsui DS Asset Management Co., Ltd. filed its securities report for the 25th period. The period runs from 2025/01/28 to 2026/01/26.

## Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts)—58th Period (2025/07/25–2026/01/26)

- Published: 2026-04-23T09:03:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示
- Original: https://api.edinet-fsa.go.jp/article/%E6%9C%89%E4%BE%A1%E8%A8%BC%E5%88%B8%E5%A0%B1%E5%91%8A%E6%9B%B8%EF%BC%88%E5%86%85%E5%9B%BD%E6%8A%95%E8%B3%87%E4%BF%A1%E8%A8%97%E5%8F%97%E7%9B%8A%E8%A8%BC%E5%88%B8%EF%BC%89%EF%BC%8D%E7%AC%AC58%E6%9C%9F(2025%2F07%2F25%EF%BC%8D2026%2F01%2F26)-2026-04-23%2009%3A03
- anchor: #n193447

Nomura Asset Management Co., Ltd. filed its securities report for the 58th period. The period runs from 2025/07/25 to 2026/01/26.

## Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts)—23rd Period (2025/07/24–2026/01/23)

- Published: 2026-04-23T09:03:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示
- Original: https://api.edinet-fsa.go.jp/article/%E6%9C%89%E4%BE%A1%E8%A8%BC%E5%88%B8%E5%A0%B1%E5%91%8A%E6%9B%B8%EF%BC%88%E5%86%85%E5%9B%BD%E6%8A%95%E8%B3%87%E4%BF%A1%E8%A8%97%E5%8F%97%E7%9B%8A%E8%A8%BC%E5%88%B8%EF%BC%89%EF%BC%8D%E7%AC%AC23%E6%9C%9F(2025%2F07%2F24%EF%BC%8D2026%2F01%2F23)-2026-04-23%2009%3A03
- anchor: #n193446

Asset Management One Co., Ltd. filed its securities report for the 23rd period. The period runs from 2025/07/24 to 2026/01/23.

## Annual Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts) — 8th Fiscal Period (2025/01/31–2026/01/30)

- Published: 2026-04-23T09:02:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示
- Original: https://api.edinet-fsa.go.jp/article/%E6%9C%89%E4%BE%A1%E8%A8%BC%E5%88%B8%E5%A0%B1%E5%91%8A%E6%9B%B8%EF%BC%88%E5%86%85%E5%9B%BD%E6%8A%95%E8%B3%87%E4%BF%A1%E8%A8%97%E5%8F%97%E7%9B%8A%E8%A8%BC%E5%88%B8%EF%BC%89%EF%BC%8D%E7%AC%AC8%E6%9C%9F(2025%2F01%2F31%EF%BC%8D2026%2F01%2F30)-2026-04-23%2009%3A02
- Original 2: https://api.edinet-fsa.go.jp/article/%E6%9C%89%E4%BE%A1%E8%A8%BC%E5%88%B8%E5%A0%B1%E5%91%8A%E6%9B%B8%EF%BC%88%E5%86%85%E5%9B%BD%E6%8A%95%E8%B3%87%E4%BF%A1%E8%A8%97%E5%8F%97%E7%9B%8A%E8%A8%BC%E5%88%B8%EF%BC%89%EF%BC%8D%E7%AC%AC8%E6%9C%9F(2025%2F01%2F31%EF%BC%8D2026%2F01%2F30)-2026-04-23%2009%3A21
- anchor: #n193445
- 2 identical notices
- Companies mentioned: 大和アセットマネジメント株式会社

大和アセットマネジメント株式会社 filed its 8th-period securities report on beneficiary certificates of domestic investment trusts. The report provides detailed disclosures on the funds' financial condition, investment performance and other matters during the period, and is extremely important to investors.

## Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts)—20th Period (2025/01/28–2026/01/27)

- Published: 2026-04-23T09:01:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示
- Original: https://api.edinet-fsa.go.jp/article/%E6%9C%89%E4%BE%A1%E8%A8%BC%E5%88%B8%E5%A0%B1%E5%91%8A%E6%9B%B8%EF%BC%88%E5%86%85%E5%9B%BD%E6%8A%95%E8%B3%87%E4%BF%A1%E8%A8%97%E5%8F%97%E7%9B%8A%E8%A8%BC%E5%88%B8%EF%BC%89%EF%BC%8D%E7%AC%AC20%E6%9C%9F(2025%2F01%2F28%EF%BC%8D2026%2F01%2F27)-2026-04-23%2009%3A01
- anchor: #n193444

Sumitomo Mitsui DS Asset Management Co., Ltd. filed its securities report for the 20th period. The period runs from 2025/01/28 to 2026/01/27.

## Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts)—30th Period (2025/07/24–2026/01/23)

- Published: 2026-04-23T09:01:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示
- Original: https://api.edinet-fsa.go.jp/article/%E6%9C%89%E4%BE%A1%E8%A8%BC%E5%88%B8%E5%A0%B1%E5%91%8A%E6%9B%B8%EF%BC%88%E5%86%85%E5%9B%BD%E6%8A%95%E8%B3%87%E4%BF%A1%E8%A8%97%E5%8F%97%E7%9B%8A%E8%A8%BC%E5%88%B8%EF%BC%89%EF%BC%8D%E7%AC%AC30%E6%9C%9F(2025%2F07%2F24%EF%BC%8D2026%2F01%2F23)-2026-04-23%2009%3A01
- anchor: #n193443

Franklin Templeton Japan Co., Ltd. filed its securities report for the 30th period. The period runs from 2025/07/24 to 2026/01/23.

## Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts)—24th Period (2025/01/25–2026/01/26)

- Published: 2026-04-23T09:01:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示
- Original: https://api.edinet-fsa.go.jp/article/%E6%9C%89%E4%BE%A1%E8%A8%BC%E5%88%B8%E5%A0%B1%E5%91%8A%E6%9B%B8%EF%BC%88%E5%86%85%E5%9B%BD%E6%8A%95%E8%B3%87%E4%BF%A1%E8%A8%97%E5%8F%97%E7%9B%8A%E8%A8%BC%E5%88%B8%EF%BC%89%EF%BC%8D%E7%AC%AC24%E6%9C%9F(2025%2F01%2F25%EF%BC%8D2026%2F01%2F26)-2026-04-23%2009%3A01
- anchor: #n193442

Nomura Asset Management Co., Ltd. filed its securities report for the 24th period. The period runs from 2025/01/25 to 2026/01/26.

## Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts)—23rd Period (2025/07/24–2026/01/23)

- Published: 2026-04-23T09:01:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示
- Original: https://api.edinet-fsa.go.jp/article/%E6%9C%89%E4%BE%A1%E8%A8%BC%E5%88%B8%E5%A0%B1%E5%91%8A%E6%9B%B8%EF%BC%88%E5%86%85%E5%9B%BD%E6%8A%95%E8%B3%87%E4%BF%A1%E8%A8%97%E5%8F%97%E7%9B%8A%E8%A8%BC%E5%88%B8%EF%BC%89%EF%BC%8D%E7%AC%AC23%E6%9C%9F(2025%2F07%2F24%EF%BC%8D2026%2F01%2F23)-2026-04-23%2009%3A01
- anchor: #n193441

Asset Management One Co., Ltd. filed its 23rd-period securities report on beneficiary certificates of domestic investment trusts. The period runs from 2025/07/24 to 2026/01/23.

## Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts)—7th Period (2025/01/28–2026/01/26)

- Published: 2026-04-23T09:00:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示
- Original: https://api.edinet-fsa.go.jp/article/%E6%9C%89%E4%BE%A1%E8%A8%BC%E5%88%B8%E5%A0%B1%E5%91%8A%E6%9B%B8%EF%BC%88%E5%86%85%E5%9B%BD%E6%8A%95%E8%B3%87%E4%BF%A1%E8%A8%97%E5%8F%97%E7%9B%8A%E8%A8%BC%E5%88%B8%EF%BC%89%EF%BC%8D%E7%AC%AC7%E6%9C%9F(2025%2F01%2F28%EF%BC%8D2026%2F01%2F26)-2026-04-23%2009%3A00
- anchor: #n193328

Nomura Asset Management Co., Ltd. filed its 7th-period securities report on beneficiary certificates of domestic investment trusts. The period runs from 2025/01/28 to 2026/01/26.

## 55 U.S. House members jointly write to accuse South Korean authorities of pro-China suppression of U.S. companies

- Published: 2026-04-23T11:27:27+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202604230042.aspx
- anchor: #n194447
- Companies mentioned: Coupang、Meta、現代自動車、起亜、サムスン電子、Fox News

55 members of the U.S. House of Representatives sent a letter to South Korea's ambassador, accusing the South Korean government of tilting toward China and unfairly cracking down on U.S. companies.

## National Museum of Natural Science anti-drug exhibit uses AI shadow-puppet animations and fables to expose the harms of drugs

- Published: 2026-04-23T11:26:38+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202604230046.aspx
- anchor: #n194443
- Companies mentioned: 国立自然科学博物館

The special exhibition 「有影在反毒」 is being held at 国立自然科学博物館, using AI shadow-puppet animation to raise awareness of the dangers of drugs.

## President's overseas trip blocked; AIT says Beijing is again intimidating Taiwan

- Published: 2026-04-23T11:23:36+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202604230045.aspx
- anchor: #n194444
- Companies mentioned: 米国在台協会 (AIT)

AIT condemned several countries' revocation of flight clearances for Taiwan's president under pressure from China, calling it an act of intimidation against Taiwan.

## CCP blocks President Lai's overseas trip; DPP says next step could be full implementation of long-arm jurisdiction

- Published: 2026-04-23T11:21:33+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202604230044.aspx
- anchor: #n194445
- Companies mentioned: 民主進歩党 (民進党)、中国国民党

The Democratic Progressive Party's China Affairs Department condemned China's obstruction of the Taiwan president's visit as a violation of sovereignty and warned against the full implementation of "long-arm jurisdiction."

## Nikkei index tops 60,000 for the first time; South Korea's KOSPI hits a record high

- Published: 2026-04-23T11:18:13+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202604230039.aspx
- anchor: #n194450
- Companies mentioned: マネックス証券

The Nikkei Stock Average topped the 60,000-point mark for the first time, while South Korea's KOSPI also hit a record high.

## Deadly fire at Hong Kong's Wang Fuk Court; public opinion points to government departments shirking responsibility

- Published: 2026-04-23T11:17:31+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202604230043.aspx
- anchor: #n194446
- Companies mentioned: 香港消防処、香港房屋局、香港労工処、香港屋宇署、明報、香港経済日報

A public hearing into the massive fire at Hong Kong's Wang Fuk Court, which killed 168 people, exposed government departments shifting blame and sparked public backlash.

## Pitcher Li Yu-peng drove drunk without a license; Rakuten Monkeys terminate his contract

- Published: 2026-04-23T11:07:40+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202604230041.aspx
- anchor: #n194448
- Companies mentioned: 楽天桃猿 (Rakuten Monkeys)

Li Yu-peng, a pitcher for Taiwan's Rakuten Monkeys professional baseball team, was caught driving drunk without a license, and the team terminated his contract.

## Security concerns over China's Amap; Liu Shih-fang: ban it if it affects national security

- Published: 2026-04-23T10:57:25+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202604230040.aspx
- anchor: #n194449
- Companies mentioned: 高徳地図、数発部 (デジタル発展部)、国家通訊伝播委員会 (NCC)、オランダの企業

Regarding the use of China's navigation app 「高徳地図」 in Taiwan, the interior minister said it would be banned if it posed a serious national security risk.

## NONO's case involving sexual assault and indecent assault of 6 people; appeals court upholds 2-year, 6-month sentence

- Published: 2026-04-23T10:56:20+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202604230038.aspx
- anchor: #n194451
- Companies mentioned: 台湾高等裁判所、台湾高等検察署、士林地方検察署、士林地方法院

台湾のタレントNONO（陳宣裕）の性的暴行事件について、二審の台湾高等裁判所は一審と同じ懲役2年6ヶ月の判決を下した。

## UK Parliament passes law to create a smoke-free generation; people aged 17 and under will be barred from buying cigarettes for life

- Published: 2026-04-23T10:55:18+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202604230037.aspx
- anchor: #n194064
- Companies mentioned: 国民保健サービス（NHS）

The UK Parliament passed a bill to permanently ban young people born in 2009 or later from buying cigarettes. The historic measure aims to prevent harm to public health and reduce the burden on the NHS.

## People born after 2009 in UK barred from buying cigarettes for life; Shih Chung-liang says Taiwan is considering whether to adopt the policy

- Published: 2026-04-23T10:54:57+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202604230036.aspx
- anchor: #n194065
- Companies mentioned: 立法院、国民健康署

Following the passage in the UK of a "generational smoking ban," Taiwan Health and Welfare Minister Shih Chung-liang indicated that Taiwan would consider adopting the policy.

## Iran says it will not reopen the Strait of Hormuz unless the U.S. lifts its blockade

- Published: 2026-04-23T10:53:50+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202604230034.aspx
- anchor: #n194067

Iran said it would not reopen the Strait of Hormuz unless the U.S. naval blockade was lifted, and seized 2 vessels. President Trump extended the ceasefire deadline, but tensions in the Middle East remain high.

## Pro-Taiwan U.S. Representative Scott dies at age 80

- Published: 2026-04-23T10:48:14+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202604230035.aspx
- anchor: #n194066
- Companies mentioned: 世界銀行、米国連邦議会、ホワイトハウス

U.S. Democratic Representative David Scott, who had long supported Taiwan and backed its fair participation in international organizations, has died at the age of 80.

## 21 Chinese military aircraft and vessels operate around Taiwan Strait; military keeping close watch and responding

- Published: 2026-04-23T10:39:10+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202604230033.aspx
- anchor: #n194068

15 Chinese military aircraft and 6 vessels and other craft were detected operating around Taiwan. Taiwan's Ministry of National Defense said it was closely monitoring and responding to the activity.

## Ju Teng's sensitive information pending disclosure; TDR trading suspended

- Published: 2026-04-23T10:28:07+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202604230032.aspx
- anchor: #n194069
- Companies mentioned: 台灣證券交易所、巨騰國際

The Taiwan Stock Exchange halted trading in the Taiwan Depositary Receipts (TDRs) issued by Getac International starting at 9 a.m. today, citing the pending release of "sensitive information that could affect the share price."

## TSMC hits a record high; Taiwan stocks surge more than 900 points to 38,800, setting a new record

- Published: 2026-04-23T10:24:13+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202604230030.aspx
- anchor: #n193982
- Companies mentioned: TSMC（台積電）、台達電（デルタ電子）、鴻海、日月光投控（ASE）、信驊（ASPEED）

Taiwan's stock market surged more than 900 points, driven by TSMC shares hitting a record 2125 yuan, and the Taiex set a record high of 38800 points.

## U.S. military base in Saudi Arabia adopts Ukrainian technology to counter Iranian drone attacks

- Published: 2026-04-23T10:22:05+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202604230031.aspx
- anchor: #n193981
- Companies mentioned: Sky Fortress (天空堡壘)

The U.S. military has deployed Ukraine's "Sky Map" anti-drone technology at a base in Saudi Arabia to counter Iranian drone attacks. The adoption of combat-proven technology has highlighted weaknesses in U.S. air defenses.

## Tesla's Terafab to use Intel's 14A process, giving Intel its first major customer

- Published: 2026-04-23T10:15:43+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202604230029.aspx
- anchor: #n193983
- Companies mentioned: 英特爾 (インテル)、台灣積體電路製造股份有限公司 (TSMC)、太空探索科技公司 (SpaceX)、創意策略公司 (Creative Strategies)

Tesla said it plans to use Intel's next-generation 14A process technology for its AI chip project, "Terafab." The move would mark a major breakthrough for Intel in securing a key external customer.

## New Taiwan dollar opens up 1 cent at 31.53

- Published: 2026-04-23T10:08:58+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202604230028.aspx
- anchor: #n193984

23日の台北外国為替市場で、新台湾ドルは対米ドルで1セント上昇し、1米ドル＝31.53元で取引を開始した。

## Taiwan stocks open up 93.22 points

- Published: 2026-04-23T10:04:56+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202604230027.aspx
- anchor: #n193985

The Taipei stock market opened today up 93.22 points at 37971.69 points. Trading value was NT$12.985 billion.

## Former UK deputy minister: Taiwan Strait has entered a period of strategic warning; UK should prepare

- Published: 2026-04-23T10:00:54+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202604230026.aspx
- anchor: #n193986
- Companies mentioned: ロンドン大学キングス・カレッジ（KCL）、北大西洋条約機構（NATO）

Former British deputy foreign minister Trevelyan said the Taiwan Strait had entered a "period of strategic vigilance" and warned that the UK should urgently prepare for China's threat.

## TSMC's North America Technology Symposium opens; A13 process to enter production in 2029

- Published: 2026-04-23T09:53:57+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202604230023.aspx
- anchor: #n193507

At its North America Technology Symposium, TSMC announced plans to begin mass production of its next-generation "A13" process for AI in 2029. It also unveiled advanced packaging technologies and other developments.

## Taitung County Councilor Wang You-li accused of fraudulently claiming aide fees; released on NT$300,000 bail

- Published: 2026-04-23T09:53:18+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202604230024.aspx
- anchor: #n193506
- Companies mentioned: 立法院、国民党、台東地方検察署、調査局台東県調査站

Wang Youli, a Taitung County councilor elected from Green Island Township, was questioned by prosecutors over allegations of improperly receiving an assistant's expenses and was released on bail of NT$300,000.

## Chemical leak in West Virginia, U.S., kills 2; about 30 people hospitalized

- Published: 2026-04-23T09:52:59+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202604230022.aspx
- anchor: #n193508
- Companies mentioned: Catalyst Refiners

A chemical leak occurred at a silver recycling plant in West Virginia, killing 2 people from toxic gas exposure and sending about 30 people to hospital.

## Wu Derong: Front approaches from this afternoon; rain expected north of central Taiwan

- Published: 2026-04-23T09:48:52+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202604230025.aspx
- anchor: #n193505
- Companies mentioned: 中央大學、氣象應用推廣基金會

Weather expert Wu Der-rong said a front would approach Taiwan from this afternoon, increasing the likelihood of localized rain and thunderstorms in central and northern areas. Severe weather will require attention from tomorrow onward.

## Strong bench performance all season earns Spurs' Johnson NBA 6th Man of the Year [Video]

- Published: 2026-04-23T09:39:06+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202604230021.aspx
- anchor: #n193509
- Companies mentioned: NBA、聖安東尼奧馬刺 (サンアントニオ・スパーズ)、邁阿密熱火 (マイアミ・ヒート)、丹佛金塊 (デンバー・ナゲッツ)

San Antonio Spurs player Keldon Johnson won the NBA Sixth Man of the Year award for this season. He came off the bench in all 82 games and contributed to the team's victories.

## U.S. Navy Secretary Phelan steps down without warning; another shake-up among senior defense officials

- Published: 2026-04-23T09:26:35+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202604230018.aspx
- anchor: #n193440
- Companies mentioned: 米国防総省、Rugger Management LLC、Spirit of America

U.S. Navy Secretary John Phelan abruptly announced his resignation. The move is one of a series of senior defense personnel changes in the Trump administration as tensions rise in the Middle East; Deputy Secretary Hung Cao will succeed him.

## Taiwan index futures hit a record high in overnight trading; institutions say Taiwan stocks could extend their rally

- Published: 2026-04-23T09:17:41+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202604230020.aspx
- anchor: #n193438
- Companies mentioned: TSMC、臻鼎-KY(ZDT)、健策(Jentech)、台湾中央銀行

Against the backdrop of gains in U.S. stocks and a sharp rise in TSMC's ADR, overnight trading in Taiwan's Taiex futures hit a record 38746 points. TSMC's new technology announcements and strong results from AI-related companies are driving the bullish market in Taiwanese stocks.

## Global conference on moving away from fossil fuels opens; Brazil's initiative takes center stage

- Published: 2026-04-23T09:09:38+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202604230019.aspx
- anchor: #n193439
- Companies mentioned: 世界自然保護基金(WWF)、グリーンピース

The International Conference on Transitioning Away from Fossil Fuels opened in Colombia, with about 60 countries taking part. Brazil's proposed "Energy Transition Roadmap" is at the center of discussions on the energy transition and climate action.

## U.S. official: Various military aid options for Taiwan under consideration; urges Taiwan to pass special budget

- Published: 2026-04-23T08:56:17+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202604230016.aspx
- anchor: #n193327
- Companies mentioned: 米国戦争省、米国インド太平洋軍、台湾国防部

An adviser to 米国戦争省, John Noh, said he was proposing measures to strengthen security assistance for Taiwan to the department's leadership and urged Taiwan to pass a special defense budget.

## Good Morning World: President Lai's visit to Eswatini blocked; international leaders join in condemning Beijing

- Published: 2026-04-23T08:56:12+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202604235001.aspx
- anchor: #n193324
- Companies mentioned: 米国務省、欧州連合(EU)、立法院、信驊、NASA

A morning digest of key domestic and international news, including President Lai Ching-te's postponed overseas trip, the extension of the U.S.-Iran ceasefire, Taiwan stocks surpassing 38,000 points and the impact of the Middle East situation on energy.

## TSMC: ASML's latest equipment is too expensive; will not adopt it before 2029

- Published: 2026-04-23T08:55:12+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202604233002.aspx
- anchor: #n193325
- Companies mentioned: TSMC (台湾積体電路製造)、ASML (艾司摩爾)、Bloomberg (彭博)

TSMC said it would defer adoption of ASML's latest high-NA EUV lithography equipment until 2029 to cut costs. The decision could adversely affect ASML's ability to meet its sales targets.

## U.S. media: Shadow tankers travel between China and Iran; U.S. interceptions could cut off Tehran's source of funds

- Published: 2026-04-23T08:41:34+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202604230017.aspx
- anchor: #n193326
- Companies mentioned: The Wall Street Journal、SeaLight、United Against Nuclear Iran (UANI)、Vortexa

According to The Wall Street Journal, the United States seized some tankers from the “shadow fleet” operating between China and Iran in the Indian Ocean. If this action continues, it could cut off a vital source of funding for Iran.