# AI News 180m Report｜2026-04-23 15:00–18:00 JST｜Page 5 of 5

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 379 items from 2 sources; Taiwan, 94 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## Taipei Metro's Xinyi Line eastern extension is 90% complete; service may begin as early as the end of June

- Published: 2026-04-23T16:44:41+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202604230186.aspx
- anchor: #n200135
- Companies mentioned: 台北大眾捷運股份有限公司、台北市捷運工程局、交通部

Construction on the eastern extension of the Taipei MRT's Xinyi Line is 90% complete. The extension could open as early as the end of June, with a 1-month free trial ride planned.

## Semiconductors drive South Korea's Q1 GDP growth to 1.7%, highest in nearly 5 and a half years

- Published: 2026-04-23T16:37:39+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202604230185.aspx
- anchor: #n200136
- Companies mentioned: 韓国銀行

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## Artery Technology forecasts 60% revenue growth this year, boosted by new applications for window-cleaning robots

- Published: 2026-04-23T16:35:36+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202604230184.aspx
- anchor: #n200137
- Companies mentioned: Arm (安謀)

Microcontroller (MCU) maker 雅特力（Artery Technology） forecast that revenue in 2026 would grow 60% year over year, driven by new applications such as window-cleaning robots and 3D printers.

## Car crashes into barrier in Taichung's Longjing, killing 2; hit-and-run driver arrested

- Published: 2026-04-23T16:33:34+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202604230183.aspx
- anchor: #n200138
- Companies mentioned: 光田総合病院

A passenger car crashed into a large truck parked on the shoulder in Longjing District, Taichung, on the 21st, killing 2 passengers. The male driver fled the scene immediately after the crash but was arrested on the 22nd.

## Cai Szu-yun plays both a female ghost and a lawyer; mental exhaustion taught her how to step out of character

- Published: 2026-04-23T16:33:32+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/amov/202604230182.aspx
- anchor: #n200139
- Companies mentioned: 中央通訊社

Hong Kong actress Choi Sze-wan said she played a ghost and a lawyer around the same time in a new film and TV drama, and learned how to step out of her roles despite feeling mentally drained.

## Taiwan-based TaiRx takes new drug into China for clinical trial in combination with immunotherapy

- Published: 2026-04-23T16:31:30+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202604230181.aspx
- anchor: #n200140
- Companies mentioned: 台睿生技（TaiRx）、信達生物製薬（Innovent Biologics）、米国食品医薬品局（FDA）

Drug developer 台睿生技（TaiRx） will begin a Phase 2A clinical trial for liver cancer combining its new drug CVM-1118 with sintilimab, an antibody drug made by China's Innovent Biologics.

## Cho Jung-tai urges flood-prevention preparations and integration of 10,000 surveillance cameras with AI flood detection

- Published: 2026-04-23T16:29:28+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202604230180.aspx
- anchor: #n200141
- Companies mentioned: 行政院、經濟部、內政部

台湾の卓榮泰・行政院長が、出水期に向けた治水対策として、AIを用いた冠水画像認識技術や約1万台の監視カメラの統合など、テクノロジーの活用を指示した。

## Presidential visit to Eswatini thwarted; Cabinet says China cannot engage in exchanges while applying pressure

- Published: 2026-04-23T16:28:15+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202604230169.aspx
- anchor: #n197787
- Companies mentioned: 米国務省

After Chinese pressure disrupted President Lai Ching-te's visit to Eswatini in Africa, the Executive Yuan strongly condemned the move, saying, "We cannot accept engaging in exchanges while applying pressure."

## Beijing criticized for obstructing President Lai's overseas trip; lawmakers from both parties in Canada voice support for Taiwan

- Published: 2026-04-23T16:27:26+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202604230179.aspx
- anchor: #n200142
- Companies mentioned: 多倫多太陽報（Toronto Sun）、加拿大國際廣播電台（Radio Canada International）

Canadian lawmakers from multiple parties voiced support for Taiwan after Chinese pressure disrupted Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te's visit to Africa.

## New Taipei Archaeology Season opens with Taiwan-South Korea exhibition, offering cross-border maritime culture experiences on weekends

- Published: 2026-04-23T16:26:27+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202604230165.aspx
- anchor: #n197791
- Companies mentioned: 十三行博物館、韓國國立海洋博物館、韓國全谷史前博物館、日本山梨縣立考古博物館、台大人類學博物館、清大水下考古中心、國立海洋大學

The "2026 New Taipei Archaeology Season" opened at 十三行博物館. This year, in partnership with the National Maritime Museum of Korea, it features a special exhibition on the maritime cultures of Taiwan and Korea and the skills of female divers.

## Micron's Tongluo plant to hold 2 recruitment events, hiring 1,000 employees by year-end

- Published: 2026-04-23T16:26:23+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202604230162.aspx
- anchor: #n197794
- Companies mentioned: マイクロン（Micron）、国立陽明交通大学

Micron, a major semiconductor memory maker, plans to hire about 1,000 people at its Tongluo plant in Miaoli, Taiwan, by the end of this year. It will hold 2 recruitment events in cooperation with the local government.

## Koo Li-hsiung: Ban downloading and using Amap; order issued for all military personnel to comply

- Published: 2026-04-23T16:24:24+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202604230178.aspx
- anchor: #n197778
- Companies mentioned: 数位発展部 (台湾デジタル発展省)

Taiwan's Defense Minister Wellington Koo announced a ban on all military personnel downloading or using China's navigation app Amap, including on personal smartphones, citing information security concerns.

## Legislative Yuan Finance Committee asks Agriculture Ministry to explain measures for potato processing plants

- Published: 2026-04-23T16:24:22+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202604230177.aspx
- anchor: #n197779

Taiwan's Legislative Yuan Finance Committee, citing food safety concerns over new import inspection rules for U.S. processing potatoes, asked the Ministry of Agriculture to explain within 1 week the regulations governing designated processing plants and related matters.

## Credit departments of farmers' and fishermen's associations intercept more than NT$150 million in fraud in 114; largest single case reaches NT$7.5 million

- Published: 2026-04-23T16:23:19+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202604230176.aspx
- anchor: #n197780
- Companies mentioned: 内政部警政署、台中市大里区農会、新北市中和地区農会、彰化県鹿港鎮農会

Taiwan's Agricultural Finance Agency announced that credit departments at agricultural and fishing associations nationwide prevented 244 fraud cases in 2025 (ROC year 114), involving losses totaling about NT$159.46 million.

## President Lai's overseas trip thwarted; Japan's chief cabinet secretary urges transparency in aviation

- Published: 2026-04-23T16:22:53+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202604230160.aspx
- anchor: #n197796

Japanese government spokespersons and lawmakers criticized China and voiced support for Taiwan after President Lai Ching-te's visit to Africa was postponed when flight permissions were revoked under Chinese pressure.

## Taipei plans twin-leaf cable-stayed pedestrian bridge in Maokong; construction estimated to begin in February 116

- Published: 2026-04-23T16:22:17+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202604230175.aspx
- anchor: #n197781
- Companies mentioned: 台北市政府、工務局、大地工程處

Taipei City plans to build a twin-leaf cable-stayed pedestrian bridge connecting the Maokong Gondola station to Tian'en Temple to separate pedestrians and vehicles in the Maokong area.

## Taiwan seen from space: Lin Chi-er describes it as a green jewel in the mist

- Published: 2026-04-23T16:17:15+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202604230174.aspx
- anchor: #n197782
- Companies mentioned: NASA、AIT（米国在台協会）、台中市政府、劉麵包廠

NASA astronaut Kjell Lindgren visited Taiwan, spoke about the island's beauty as seen from space and encouraged students to pursue their dreams in the space industry.

## Carbon tax put on hold as carbon credits move ahead; Malaysia issues national carbon market policy

- Published: 2026-04-23T16:15:13+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://netzero.cna.com.tw/news/202604230173/
- anchor: #n197783

Malaysia's government announced a National Carbon Market Policy to support the transition to a low-carbon economy, saying it would postpone the introduction of a carbon tax and prioritize a carbon credit market.

## Daxi Zhongzhuang Leisure Agriculture Area in Taoyuan designated, with tourism development potential

- Published: 2026-04-23T16:14:11+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202604230172.aspx
- anchor: #n197784
- Companies mentioned: 桃園市政府農業局、農業部

The Zhongzhuang Leisure Agriculture Area in Daxi District, Taoyuan, has been officially designated by 農業部, and is expected to boost tourism as Taoyuan City's 13th leisure agriculture area.

## 亞運部分選手村住貨櫃屋 採3人1間內裝全木材

- Published: 2026-04-23T16:14:09+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202604230171.aspx
- anchor: #n197785
- Companies mentioned: 名古屋アジア競技大会組織委員会

2026年名古屋アジア競技大会では新設の選手村を建設せず、クルーズ船やコンテナハウス、ホテルを宿泊施設として活用する。全木材内装のコンテナハウス（3人1部屋）が公開された。

## Three major institutional investors sell a net NT$21.218 billion in Taiwan stocks

- Published: 2026-04-23T16:13:07+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202604230170.aspx
- anchor: #n197786

Taiwan's weighted stock index fell 164.32 points, while the three major institutional investors were net sellers of a combined NT$21.218 billion.

## 2 heavy trucks collide on Tainan section of Freeway 3, causing temporary traffic backup; 4 people sent to hospital

- Published: 2026-04-23T16:13:02+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202604230168.aspx
- anchor: #n197788

Two large trucks were involved in a collision on the Baihe section of Taiwan's National Highway 3, and 4 people were taken to hospital.

## South Korea and U.S. differ on timeline for transferring wartime operational control; decision due in October

- Published: 2026-04-23T16:11:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202604230167.aspx
- anchor: #n197789
- Companies mentioned: 韓国国防部、駐韓米軍司令部、米国防総省陸軍省

The United States and South Korea disagree over the timeline for transferring wartime operational control (OPCON), with the U.S. targeting 2029 and South Korea targeting 2028. A final decision is expected at the U.S.-South Korea Security Consultative Meeting in October.

## Reuters poll: Trump's sweeping immigration crackdown could hurt Republicans in midterm elections

- Published: 2026-04-23T16:10:58+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202604230166.aspx
- anchor: #n197790
- Companies mentioned: ロイター、イプソス

ロイターとイプソスによる最新世論調査で、トランプ大統領の強硬な移民排斥政策が11月の中間選挙において共和党の支持率に悪影響を及ぼす可能性が浮上した。

## Employee suspected of secretly filming in men's restroom at TRA's Xinzuoying Station; THSR says it was personal conduct

- Published: 2026-04-23T16:05:54+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202604230164.aspx
- anchor: #n197792
- Companies mentioned: 台湾高速鉄道（高鉄）、台湾鉄路（台鉄）、敦翰公司（清掃会社）

An employee of 台湾高速鉄道（高鉄）was caught secretly filming in the men’s restroom at Taiwan Railways’ Xinzuoying Station. Taiwan High Speed Rail said the incident was the employee’s personal conduct, while Taiwan Railways has stepped up patrols.

## Middle East deadlock dents investor confidence; Nikkei falls after touching 60,000

- Published: 2026-04-23T16:00:52+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202604230163.aspx
- anchor: #n197793

The Nikkei Stock Average reached the 60,000 mark for the first time, but investor sentiment worsened amid geopolitical risks in the Middle East, and the index ultimately ended lower.

## Shohei Ohtani's streak of reaching base in 53 straight games ends; manager says health comes first in flexible lineup decisions

- Published: 2026-04-23T15:58:48+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202604230161.aspx
- anchor: #n197795
- Companies mentioned: ロサンゼルス・ドジャース、サンフランシスコ・ジャイアンツ

Shohei Ohtani’s streak of reaching base in 53 consecutive games, the longest of his career, came to an end. Manager Dave Roberts suggested he would take a flexible approach to Ohtani’s role, prioritizing his health and potentially resting him from batting on days he pitches.

## Cho Jung-tai: Actual surplus in 114 annual final accounts topped NT$100 billion, marking 9 straight years of surplus

- Published: 2026-04-23T15:56:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202604230153.aspx
- anchor: #n197706
- Companies mentioned: 中央銀行、台湾電力股份公司

Taiwan’s Executive Yuan announced that the central government posted a real surplus of NT$102.1 billion in fiscal 114, with revenue exceeding expenditure for the 9th consecutive year.

## China's Douyin cracks down on violations, removing 538,000 AI-generated short videos infringing on rights

- Published: 2026-04-23T15:52:43+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202604230159.aspx
- anchor: #n197700
- Companies mentioned: 字節跳動（ByteDance）

Chinese short-video platform Douyin announced that it has removed 538,000 videos involving AI-generated rights violations since the start of this year. Identifying AI-generated content remains a major challenge.

## NBA's Thunder beat Suns again, 120-107; Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scores 37 points and dishes out 9 assists

- Published: 2026-04-23T15:51:38+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202604230154.aspx
- anchor: #n197705
- Companies mentioned: フェニックス・サンズ

The Oklahoma City Thunder beat the フェニックス・サンズ 120-107 in Game 2 of the NBA Western Conference first-round playoffs, earning their 2nd consecutive win.

## Arm wrestling carries hidden risks; doctor warns twisting force could cause humerus fracture

- Published: 2026-04-23T15:51:20+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202604230157.aspx
- anchor: #n197702
- Companies mentioned: 花蓮慈済病院

A 29-year-old man in Hualien County suffered a spiral fracture of his upper arm bone during an arm-wrestling match. A doctor said the injury was caused by powerful twisting forces and warned people not to push themselves against their opponents.

## KMT's Changhua County magistrate nomination: Hsieh Yi-feng urges party headquarters to decide on the best candidate soon

- Published: 2026-04-23T15:43:41+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202604230158.aspx
- anchor: #n197701
- Companies mentioned: 国民党

国民党の彰化県知事選候補の指名が遅れる中、立候補を表明している謝衣鳳議員は党中央に速やかな決定を求めた。

## Taiwan is Singapore's largest trading partner; representative says semiconductor industries are complementary

- Published: 2026-04-23T15:32:37+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202604230156.aspx
- anchor: #n197703
- Companies mentioned: 美光（マイクロン）

Taiwan became Singapore’s largest trading partner last year. Advanced specialization and complementary strategic cooperation, centered on the semiconductor industry, are driving economic ties between the 2 sides.

## China's defense minister visits Russia and Kyrgyzstan to attend SCO defense ministers' meeting

- Published: 2026-04-23T15:30:34+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202604230155.aspx
- anchor: #n197704
- Companies mentioned: 上海協力機構

中国の董軍国防相がロシアとキルギスを歴訪し、キルギスのビシュケクで開催される上海協力機構（SCO）の国防相会議に出席する。

## South Korean pilots' midair selfie leads to fighter jet collision; Air Force apologizes

- Published: 2026-04-23T15:25:28+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202604230152.aspx
- anchor: #n197618
- Companies mentioned: 韓国空軍、韓国監査院

The 韓国空軍 apologized for a midair contact incident between F-15K fighter jets in 2021. An investigation found that the cause was pilots taking commemorative photos, including selfies, without authorization while in flight.

## 屏東旅遊購GO節5月登場 祭出家電好禮與百萬汽車

- Published: 2026-04-23T15:23:26+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202604230151.aspx
- anchor: #n197619

屏東県政府は5月から「屏東旅行購GO節」を開催し、宿泊者を対象に高級車や家電が当たる抽選キャンペーンを実施する。

## White Sox slugger Munetaka Murakami homers in 5 straight games, tying MLB rookie record [Video]

- Published: 2026-04-23T15:22:48+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202604230142.aspx
- anchor: #n197628
- Companies mentioned: シカゴ・ホワイトソックス、アリゾナ・ダイヤモンドバックス、ヒューストン・アストロズ、ロサンゼルス・ドジャース

Munetaka Murakami of the White Sox hit a home run for the 5th consecutive game, tying the major league rookie record. It was his 10th homer of the season, moving him into sole possession of 2nd place in the home run standings.

## Taiwan stocks swing lower, shedding 164 points; trading value on listed and OTC markets tops NT$1.8 trillion, a record

- Published: 2026-04-23T15:22:34+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202604230144.aspx
- anchor: #n197626
- Companies mentioned: 台積電 (TSMC)、鴻海、台達電、聯發科、廣達、信驊、健策、新應材、漢唐

Taiwan’s stock market plunged today from a historic high, with trading value exceeding NT$1.8 trillion to set a record.

## Sudan red found in cosmetics; Taoyuan prosecutors indict raw-material supplier's head and seek severe punishment

- Published: 2026-04-23T15:20:22+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202604230150.aspx
- anchor: #n197620
- Companies mentioned: 亦鴻企業有限公司、歐萊德（O'right）、綠藤生技（Greenvines）

Sudan Red, a harmful industrial dye, was detected for the first time in cosmetics in Taiwan, and the head of the raw-materials importer Yihong Enterprise was indicted on fraud charges.

## 115 civil service and international economic exams to begin 9/5; recognition of the BESTEP English test added

- Published: 2026-04-23T15:20:20+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202604230149.aspx
- anchor: #n197621
- Companies mentioned: 考選部、考試院

The 考試院 announced that the 1st-stage exams for the 115 (2026) civil service special examinations, including those for diplomatic and international economic affairs, will begin on September 5. BESTEP will also be newly accepted as an English proficiency test.

## Train collision in Denmark injures multiple people

- Published: 2026-04-23T15:19:18+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202604230148.aspx
- anchor: #n197622
- Companies mentioned: 大哥本哈根消防局 (大コペンハーゲン消防局)、ロイター通信

Two trains collided head-on near Hillerød, outside the Danish capital, Copenhagen, leaving numerous people injured.

## Giant faces U.S. shipment detention over labor rights; Control Yuan member urges end to 'cheap migrant worker' mindset

- Published: 2026-04-23T15:19:15+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202604230147.aspx
- anchor: #n197623
- Companies mentioned: 巨大集團（Giant）、勞動部、經濟部、美國海關暨邊境保護局（CBP）

After bicycle maker Giant Group had goods seized by U.S. Customs over workers’ rights issues, the Control Yuan urged the company to abandon its mindset of relying on “cheap migrant workers.”

## Agriculture and Food Agency teams up with 竹山鎮公所 to distribute 19,000 kilograms of rice to people in need

- Published: 2026-04-23T15:17:13+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202604230146.aspx
- anchor: #n197624
- Companies mentioned: 農業部農糧署、竹山鎮公所

Taiwan’s 農業部農糧署 provided 19,440 kilograms of white rice to vulnerable households in Zhushan Township.

## Kaohsiung man abuses wife, objects to police escorting her; sentenced to 11 months for drug-impaired driving and tailing her to block her way

- Published: 2026-04-23T15:17:11+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202604230145.aspx
- anchor: #n197625
- Companies mentioned: 高雄地方法院、高雄市政府警察局鳳山分局、高雄地檢署

A man in Kaohsiung City was sentenced to 11 months in prison for attacking his wife with a knife after using drugs and obstructing police officers in the performance of their duties.

## Pan Tzu-yi wins bronze in ironman aquathlon, opening Taiwan's medal account at Asian Beach Games

- Published: 2026-04-23T15:16:14+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202604230137.aspx
- anchor: #n197633
- Companies mentioned: 亞洲沙灘運動會

Taiwan’s Pan Tzu-yi won bronze in the men’s individual aquathlon at the Asian Beach Games being held in China.

## Reconstruction of an aging bridge in Shuishang Township, Chiayi County, begins with funding from Chiayi Charity Group

- Published: 2026-04-23T15:11:07+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202604230143.aspx
- anchor: #n197627
- Companies mentioned: 嘉義縣政府、水上鄉公所

A groundbreaking ceremony was held for the Shanlong Bridge project to replace a dilapidated, dangerous bridge, with support from the Chiayi City Good Deeds Group volunteer organization.

## South Korea's Foreign Ministry pledges fair treatment after accusations of targeting Coupang and other U.S. companies

- Published: 2026-04-23T15:06:04+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202604230136.aspx
- anchor: #n197634
- Companies mentioned: Apple、Google、Meta、酷澎（Coupang）

After U.S. lawmakers urged South Korea to stop cracking down on U.S. tech companies such as Coupang, South Korea’s Foreign Ministry pledged to ensure fair treatment.

## 5 New Taipei teams qualify for FRC World Championship; rewards raised to a maximum of NT$1 million

- Published: 2026-04-23T15:06:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202604230141.aspx
- anchor: #n197629
- Companies mentioned: FIRST (米国非営利組織)、台湾大学、中央大学

5 teams of high school students from New Taipei City have advanced to the FRC World Championship in the United States. The city government has set aside up to NT$1 million in prize money for the winning team, supporting STEM education and talent development.

## Shovel-wielding superhero figurine unveiled to commemorate the most heartwarming figures in Hualien's Guangfu flood disaster

- Published: 2026-04-23T15:05:01+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202604230140.aspx
- anchor: #n197630
- Companies mentioned: 世界華人工商婦女企管協會

Two statues of “Shovel Heroes” honoring volunteers who helped with recovery from last year’s flooding have been installed in front of a station in Guangfu Township, Hualien County.

## 5月台股期指跌341點

- Published: 2026-04-23T15:02:58+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202604230139.aspx
- anchor: #n197631
- Companies mentioned: 台灣期貨交易所

台湾の株価指数先物5月限は341ポイント下落し、現物に対して160.85ポイントのプレミアムで取引を終えた。

## 5月電子期金融期齊跌

- Published: 2026-04-23T15:01:56+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202604230138.aspx
- anchor: #n197632
- Companies mentioned: 期交所（台湾期貨取引所）

台湾株式市場は164.32ポイント安で取引を終え、5月限の電子期貨および金融期貨もともに下落した。

## Taiwan stocks fall 164.32 points

- Published: 2026-04-23T14:55:50+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202604230135.aspx
- anchor: #n197635
- Companies mentioned: 統一投信、群益投信、元大投信、群創 (Innolux)、凱基投信、中信投信、街口投信、興富發 (Highwealth Construction)、可成 (Catcher Technology)、聯策、嘉晶 (Episil)、兆赫 (Zinwell)、盟立 (Mirle Automation)、天虹、訊芯-KY (ShunSin Technology)

Taiwan’s stock market fell on the 23rd, with the TAIEX closing down 164.32 points from the previous day at 37,714.15. Trading value totaled about NT$1.4014 trillion.

## Taiwan Life opens Kaohsiung special zone, targeting high-net-worth clients with one-stop services

- Published: 2026-04-23T14:53:48+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202604230134.aspx
- anchor: #n197636
- Companies mentioned: 中信金 (CTBC Financial Holding)、金管會 (金融監督管理委員会)、國泰人壽、富邦人壽、南山人壽、凱基人壽、新光人壽

Taiwan Life, a subsidiary of CTBC Financial Holding, has opened the Kaohsiung Dedicated Zone of the Asia Asset Management Center, offering one-stop services for affluent clients.

## Unmarried woman gives birth at Taichung internet cafe and is accused of killing infant; sentenced to 11 years and 6 months in first trial

- Published: 2026-04-23T14:52:46+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202604230133.aspx
- anchor: #n197477
- Companies mentioned: 台中地方法院（台中地裁）、台中市警察局第一分局繼中派出所

A woman charged with killing a baby boy she gave birth to at an internet café in Taichung City 3 years ago was sentenced to 11 years and 6 months in prison at trial.

## NT$6000 fuel subsidy for taxi drivers opens for applications on 5/20, usable through year-end

- Published: 2026-04-23T14:52:44+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202604230132.aspx
- anchor: #n197478
- Companies mentioned: 中油公司（CPC）

台湾交通部は5月20日より、タクシー運転手を対象に1リットルあたり5元、最大6000台湾ドルのガソリン代補助を開始する。

## Lu Shiow-yen: Leaders' diplomacy should be treated with respect; any interference should be condemned

- Published: 2026-04-23T14:52:42+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202604230131.aspx
- anchor: #n197479
- Companies mentioned: 米国在台協会（AIT）

Taichung Mayor Lu Shiow-yen condemned China’s interference after Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te’s trip to Africa was postponed due to Chinese pressure.

## Bank executive accused of colluding with gambling scam ring to launder more than NT$3.6 billion; Taichung prosecutors indict 7 people

- Published: 2026-04-23T14:51:18+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202604230124.aspx
- anchor: #n197486
- Companies mentioned: 万里開発 (萬里開發)、台中商業銀行 (台中商銀)

The Taichung District Prosecutors Office indicted 7 executives and others from Taichung Commercial Bank, accusing them of opening fictitious business accounts to help a fraud and gambling group launder more than NT$3.6 billion.

## Scholar: Sugar content in 85% of bubble tea drinks exceeds labels; more than half claiming no added sugar still test positive

- Published: 2026-04-23T14:51:15+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202604230121.aspx
- anchor: #n197489
- Companies mentioned: 台灣大學

A National Taiwan University study found that 85% of commercially sold handmade drinks contain more sugar than stated on their labels, and sugar was detected in more than half of products advertised as “no added sugar.”

## Homeowner says NT$1.7 million renovation left home bare; consumer ombudsman urges staged payments

- Published: 2026-04-23T14:50:39+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202604230130.aspx
- anchor: #n197480
- Companies mentioned: 淘宝 (Taobao)

A couple in New Taipei City paid NT$1.7 million for renovations to their new home, but the work was delayed and left unfinished. A consumer protection officer intervened and urged the parties to make payments in installments at each stage of the work.

## Israel-Lebanon talks to resume in Washington, with hopes of extending ceasefire; U.S. urges citizens to leave Lebanon quickly

- Published: 2026-04-23T14:49:37+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202604230129.aspx
- anchor: #n197481
- Companies mentioned: CNN

Israel and Lebanon will meet in Washington to seek an extension of their ceasefire agreement. Meanwhile, citing security concerns, the U.S. Embassy is urging American citizens to leave Lebanon promptly.

## Taiwan stocks see 1.4 trillion in turnover and swing 1757 points, closing at 37714, down 164 points

- Published: 2026-04-23T14:49:35+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202604230128.aspx
- anchor: #n197482
- Companies mentioned: 台積電、鴻海、鴻勁、台達電、聯發科、信驊

Taiwan’s stock market hit a record high of 38,921 points before profit-taking triggered sharp swings, with a record trading value of NT$1.4 trillion; it closed down 164 points.

## Huang Wei-che visits the Philippines to promote city diplomacy; sister city welcomes him with flags and national anthems

- Published: 2026-04-23T14:49:33+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202604230127.aspx
- anchor: #n197483

Tainan Mayor Huang Wei-che visited the city’s sister city of Cavite in the Philippines to promote city diplomacy. They discussed expanding trade in agricultural and fishery products and educational exchanges.

## Taipei City Government offers subsidies to repair shared facilities in old buildings of 6 floors or more, up to 1.38 million

- Published: 2026-04-23T14:44:31+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202604230126.aspx
- anchor: #n197484

Taipei City’s Building Administration Office announced subsidies of up to NT$1.38 million to establish management committees and repair common areas, aiming to improve the safety and quality of aging apartment buildings with 6 or more stories.

## Shohei Ohtani allows no runs over 6 innings, lowering ERA to 0.38; consecutive on-base streak ends at 53 games

- Published: 2026-04-23T14:41:29+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202604230125.aspx
- anchor: #n197485
- Companies mentioned: ロサンゼルス・ドジャース、サンフランシスコ・ジャイアンツ

The Dodgers’ Shohei Ohtani started against the Giants and pitched 6 scoreless innings, lowering his ERA to 0.38. He went hitless at the plate, ending his streak of reaching base at 53 games.

## Hsinchu City launches real-time public restroom evaluations; residents can report problems with one tap

- Published: 2026-04-23T14:39:24+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202604230123.aspx
- anchor: #n197487

The Hsinchu City Environmental Protection Bureau has introduced a digital tool that lets residents use QR codes to immediately rate and report on public restroom conditions, aiming to improve environmental management.

## Ko Wen-je pepper spray case: Ministry of the Interior to strengthen security for nine-in-one elections

- Published: 2026-04-23T14:36:22+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202604230122.aspx
- anchor: #n197488
- Companies mentioned: 台湾民衆党、台中市政府警察局、警政署、行政院、内政部

台湾民衆党の柯文哲氏が誤って警察から唐辛子スプレーを噴射された事件で、内政部は処分を尊重し、年末の選挙警備の強化を指示した。

## Annual Securities Report — 42nd Fiscal Year (2025/02/01–2026/01/31)

- Published: 2026-04-23T16:43:00+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%8D%E7%AC%AC42%E6%9C%9F(2025%2F02%2F01%EF%BC%8D2026%2F01%2F31)-2026-04-23%2016%3A43
- anchor: #n200143

Kamakura Shinsho, Inc. filed its annual securities report for fiscal 2025 (42nd fiscal year). It outlines stable growth in its core end-of-life planning portal business, as well as progress in new areas such as inheritance support and partnerships with local governments.

## Annual Securities Report — 22nd Fiscal Year (2025/02/01–2026/01/31)

- Published: 2026-04-23T16:27:00+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%8D%E7%AC%AC22%E6%9C%9F(2025%2F02%2F01%EF%BC%8D2026%2F01%2F31)-2026-04-23%2016%3A27
- anchor: #n197797

Value Golf, Inc. filed its annual securities report for the 22nd fiscal year (February 1, 2025 to January 31, 2026).

## Annual Securities Report — 26th Fiscal Year (2025/02/01–2026/01/31)

- Published: 2026-04-23T15:46:00+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%8D%E7%AC%AC26%E6%9C%9F(2025%2F02%2F01%EF%BC%8D2026%2F01%2F31)-2026-04-23%2015%3A46
- anchor: #n197709

M Mart, Inc. filed its annual securities report for the 26th fiscal year (February 1, 2025 to January 31, 2026), disclosing its latest financial condition and business results.

## Securities Report—13th Fiscal Period (2025/02/01–2026/01/31)

- Published: 2026-04-23T15:31:00+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%8D%E7%AC%AC13%E6%9C%9F(2025%2F02%2F01%EF%BC%8D2026%2F01%2F31)-2026-04-23%2015%3A31
- anchor: #n197708

株式会社Ｃａｓａ filed its securities report for the 13th fiscal year (2025年2月1日–2026年1月31日). The report discloses details about the company's business performance and financial position.

## Securities report—23rd fiscal year (2025/02/01–2026/01/31)

- Published: 2026-04-23T15:30:00+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%8D%E7%AC%AC23%E6%9C%9F(2025%2F02%2F01%EF%BC%8D2026%2F01%2F31)-2026-04-23%2015%3A30
- anchor: #n197707

アップコン株式会社 filed its securities report for the 23rd fiscal year (2025年2月1日–2026年1月31日). The report reveals the company's latest business conditions and financial results.

## Securities Report — 36th Fiscal Year (2025/02/01–2026/01/31)

- Published: 2026-04-23T15:18:00+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%8D%E7%AC%AC36%E6%9C%9F(2025%2F02%2F01%EF%BC%8D2026%2F01%2F31)-2026-04-23%2015%3A18
- anchor: #n197637
- Companies mentioned: ＤＡＩＷＡ ＣＹＣＬＥ株式会社

ＤＡＩＷＡ ＣＹＣＬＥ株式会社 filed its securities report for the 36th fiscal year (2025年2月1日 to 2026年1月31日).

## Securities Report—53rd Fiscal Period (2025/02/01–2026/01/31)

- Published: 2026-04-23T14:39:00+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%8D%E7%AC%AC53%E6%9C%9F(2025%2F02%2F01%EF%BC%8D2026%2F01%2F31)-2026-04-23%2014%3A39
- anchor: #n197490
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社あさくま、株式会社テンポスホールディングス

株式会社あさくま filed its securities report for the 53rd fiscal year (2025年2月1日 to 2026年1月31日).