# AI News 180m Report｜2026-04-25 09:00–12:00 JST｜Page 2 of 2 One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 93 items from 1 source; Taiwan, 21 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link. ## 15 Chinese military aircraft and vessels operate around Taiwan Strait; armed forces maintain close surveillance and respond - Published: 2026-04-25T10:38:54+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202604250021.aspx - anchor: #n217131 8 Chinese military aircraft and 7 naval vessels operated around Taiwan. Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defense is closely monitoring them with missile systems and other means. ## Unified entrance exam for technical colleges begins; air conditioning on at test sites, candidates told to follow instructions in event of an earthquake - Published: 2026-04-25T10:35:52+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202604250020.aspx - anchor: #n217132 - Companies mentioned: 測驗中心 Taiwan’s Unified Entrance Exam (統測) began, with about 71,000 people taking the test. Exam sites are air-conditioned, and special protocols are in place in case of an earthquake. ## Bloomberg interview: Wu Chih-chung says Taiwan must not become a bargaining chip at Trump-Xi meeting - Published: 2026-04-25T10:23:22+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202604253001.aspx - anchor: #n217119 - Companies mentioned: Bloomberg News、NVIDIA 台湾の呉志中外交次長は、5月の米中首脳会談で台湾が「切り札」として交渉材料にされる懸念を表明した。 ## Reuters: US State Department warns Chinese firms including DeepSeek are involved in AI model theft - Published: 2026-04-25T10:11:15+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ait/202604250019.aspx - anchor: #n217120 - Companies mentioned: Reuters、OpenAI、Huawei、NVIDIA The U.S. State Department has launched a global diplomatic campaign warning of the risk that Chinese companies such as DeepSeek could distill, or imitate, U.S. AI models. ## Wu Der-rong: Rain expected across Taiwan today, with temperatures dipping slightly; front moves away on the 26th, bringing clear and hot weather - Published: 2026-04-25T09:56:03+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202604250017.aspx - anchor: #n217069 - Companies mentioned: 中央社 Weather expert Wu Der-rong said a front will bring rain across Taiwan today and cause temperatures to dip slightly. The front is expected to move away on the 26th and 27th, bringing sunny and hot weather. Another front will arrive on the afternoon of the 29th, bringing rain and thunderstorms. ## South Korean pharmacist visits Kaohsiung, hopes to settle down 'and live with kind Taiwanese people' - Published: 2026-04-25T09:54:47+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202604250018.aspx - anchor: #n217068 - Companies mentioned: NOVA藥局、中央社、台鋼雄鷹 Pharmacist Jeong Seo-yeon and employee Yang Yun-ji of NOVA Pharmacy in Myeongdong, South Korea, visited Kaohsiung and were touched by the kindness of Taiwanese people. They hope to settle in Taiwan one day and have shown their deep affection for the island by helping local restaurants create menus in Traditional Chinese, among other things. ## Alexander-Walker wins Most Improved Player Award; Hawks' player development earns back-to-back honors - Published: 2026-04-25T09:26:41+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202604250016.aspx - anchor: #n217059 - Companies mentioned: アトランタ・ホークス、ポートランド・トレイルブレイザーズ、デトロイト・ピストンズ、オクラホマシティ・サンダー、ワシントン・ウィザーズ、中央社、美聯社 Nickeil Alexander-Walker, a guard for NBA’s アトランタ・ホークス, won the Most Improved Player award. An アトランタ・ホークス player has now won the award for 2 consecutive years, demonstrating the team’s strong player development. He recorded career-best stats, with increased playing time and a starting role contributing to his growth. ## US State Department spokesperson post vacant for months; deputy spokesperson Pigott promoted - Published: 2026-04-25T09:18:40+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202604250015.aspx - anchor: #n217060 - Companies mentioned: 米国務省、中央社、共和党全国委員会（RNC） 米国務省 Deputy Spokesperson Tommy Pigott has formally taken up the position, which had been vacant for several months. He will explain the Trump administration’s “America First” foreign policy to audiences at home and abroad. Pigott has about 10 years of public relations experience. ## Iranian foreign minister arrives in Pakistan; Trump expects US demands to be met - Published: 2026-04-25T09:12:21+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202604250014.aspx - anchor: #n217061 - Companies mentioned: 中央社、ロイター通信、白宮（ホワイトハウス）、共和党全国委員会（RNC） Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi is visiting Pakistan for talks on resuming peace negotiations with the United States. President Trump suggested Iran has a plan to meet U.S. demands, but Iran has denied that it will meet with U.S. representatives, leaving the path to easing tensions uncertain. ## President Lai's overseas trip blocked; German lawmaker says silence should not be an option as Taiwan faces pressure - Published: 2026-04-25T08:54:29+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202604250011.aspx - anchor: #n217047 - Companies mentioned: 国際民間航空機関（ICAO） A German lawmaker criticized China’s political pressure over the postponement of President Lai Ching-te’s tour of Africa after flight permissions were revoked. The lawmaker called for stronger support for Taiwan. ## Good morning, World》Legislative Yuan passes Entertainment Tax Act at third reading; movies, performances and concerts all tax-free - Published: 2026-04-25T08:54:15+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202604255001.aspx - anchor: #n217044 - Companies mentioned: 台湾高鐵、台北市政府、台湾経済研究院、台積電（TSMC）、中国信託銀行、星宇航空 A Central News Agency roundup covers a range of news, including amendments to the Entertainment Tax Act in the Legislative Yuan, a forecast of 7.56% growth for Taiwan’s economy, the situation in the Middle East and a voyeurism case involving 台湾高鐵. It covers important political, economic and social news at home and abroad. ## The world's most unique Order of Malta carries on a 900-year humanitarian medical mission - Published: 2026-04-25T08:53:35+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202604250013.aspx - anchor: #n217045 - Companies mentioned: マルタ騎士団、国際連合 Central News Agency visited the Italian headquarters of the 「マルタ騎士団」, described as the world’s most unique government. It has a 900-year history of medical and humanitarian assistance and a long-standing cooperative relationship with Taiwan. ## Brazilian President Lula discharged after skin tumor removed; doctor advises him to rest - Published: 2026-04-25T08:44:33+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202604250012.aspx - anchor: #n217046 - Companies mentioned: シリア・レバノン病院（Hospital Sírio-Libanês） Brazilian President Lula underwent surgery to remove a skin tumor, a basal cell carcinoma, and was discharged from the hospital in good condition. The procedure is not expected to affect his official duties. ## Tien Chung-kwang: Netherlands' new lawmakers continue to support Taiwan as bilateral ties deepen and diversify【Interview】 - Published: 2026-04-25T08:42:49+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202604250010.aspx - anchor: #n217048 - Companies mentioned: 台積電（TSMC）、艾司摩爾（ASML） Taiwan’s representative to the Netherlands, Tanaka Hikaru, told Central News Agency in an interview that new Dutch lawmakers continue to support Taiwan and that cooperation has diversified, spanning semiconductors, water management and agriculture.