# AI News 180m Report｜2026-04-29 12:00–15:00 JST｜Page 2 of 2

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 98 items from 1 source; Taiwan, 88 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## Kaohsiung City launches 36 vocational training courses to help unemployed people build skills and return to work

- Published: 2026-04-29T14:21:52+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202604290133.aspx
- anchor: #n261697
- Companies mentioned: 高雄市勞工局

Kaohsiung City’s Labor Affairs Bureau has launched 36 diverse vocational training courses, including AI, digital marketing and smart manufacturing, to help unemployed people return to work. The programs aim to equip participants with practical skills through collaboration among industry, government and academia.

## Trump poses with Charles III；White House caption calling them two kings sparks controversy

- Published: 2026-04-29T14:16:55+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202604290129.aspx
- anchor: #n261701
- Companies mentioned: 路透社、哥倫比亞廣播公司 (CBS)

The U.S. White House sparked controversy by captioning a photo of a meeting between former President Trump and King Charles 3 “TWO KINGS.” The controversy comes amid Trump’s repeated interest in the image of the monarchy, including wearing a crown in an AI-generated video.

## Working 24 hours and required to identify bodies；National Human Rights Commission calls for special law to protect interpreters’ rights

- Published: 2026-04-29T14:16:42+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202604290127.aspx
- anchor: #n261703
- Companies mentioned: 法律扶助基金會、公視

Taiwan’s National Human Rights Commission called for a special law to protect the rights of judicial interpreters. Their harsh working conditions and lack of professional recognition have come under scrutiny, including being required to interpret continuously for 24 hours and accompany the examination of corpses.

## Holiday traffic on national highways；National Freeway 5 northbound traffic may remain congested late into the night on 5/2

- Published: 2026-04-29T14:15:38+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202604290132.aspx
- anchor: #n261698
- Companies mentioned: 交通部高速公路局、中央気象署

Taiwan’s Freeway Bureau released its traffic congestion forecast for the May 1-3 Labor Day holiday. Heavy congestion is expected on the southbound lanes of National Freeway 5 from the eve of the holiday, and on the northbound lanes from the afternoon of May 2 through late at night.

## Taiwan Railways’ third-generation central train control system integrates alerts for slopes and falling rocks

- Published: 2026-04-29T14:10:34+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202604290131.aspx
- anchor: #n261699
- Companies mentioned: 台鐵 (Taiwan Railways)、日本信號公司 (Nippon Signal Co.)、亞力電機 (Alexon Electric)、華電聯網 (CHT-IT)

Taiwan Railways announced that it will invest NT$3.95 billion by 2029 to introduce the third-generation Centralized Traffic Control system (CTC 3.0). The system is expected to improve train operating efficiency, integrate real-time alerts about slope failures and falling rocks, and significantly enhance safety.

## Man mistakenly arrested under search warrant；Taichung Sixth Precinct admits errors in confirming his identity

- Published: 2026-04-29T14:06:32+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202604290130.aspx
- anchor: #n261700

A Taichung City councilor questioned police over an incident in which the Sixth Precinct of the Taichung City Police Department mistakenly used a search warrant and wrongly arrested a member of the public. Police acknowledged an error in confirming the person’s identity.

## Taipei bus crash kills and injures pedestrians；Transportation Safety Board says driver may have been fatigued and dazed

- Published: 2026-04-29T14:00:27+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202604290128.aspx
- anchor: #n261702
- Companies mentioned: 大有巴士、大都會客運

The Transportation Safety Board released its final report on a bus rear-end collision in Taipei last November that caused deaths and injuries. It said the driver’s prolonged sleep deprivation, harsh working conditions and a previous head injury may have contributed to the crash.

## Online claim says migrant workers receive NT$39,000 a month during pregnancy；Ministry of Labor clarifies it is false information

- Published: 2026-04-29T13:59:23+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202604290126.aspx
- anchor: #n261704

Taiwan’s Ministry of Labor denied online rumors claiming that migrant workers can receive NT$39,000 a month if they become pregnant and that migrant workers in Japan and Hong Kong must leave the country to give birth if they become pregnant. The ministry said the laws of the countries concerned prohibit dismissal on the grounds of pregnancy.

## Political prisoner’s wife Shih Ming-lei rebuilds her life overseas and becomes more committed to promoting democracy in China

- Published: 2026-04-29T13:56:21+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202604290125.aspx
- anchor: #n261705
- Companies mentioned: 長沙富能、Google、八旗出版社

Shi Minglei, wife of Chinese NGO activist Cheng Yuan, moved to the United States after her husband’s arrest and imprisonment. She previously focused on business, but now feels a responsibility to promote democracy in China and is exploring ways to pursue that work overseas.

## Taiwan representative to Malaysia：Penang needs Taiwan；hopes Taiwan and Malaysia will update investment protection agreement

- Published: 2026-04-29T13:56:15+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202604290124.aspx
- anchor: #n261670
- Companies mentioned: 東元、安達康科技 (TECOBAR)

Taiwan’s representative to Malaysia, Lien Yu-ping, stressed the mutual importance of Taiwan and Penang and called for an update to the Taiwan-Malaysia Bilateral Investment Agreement (BIA), which dates back more than 30 years. She also urged the Malaysian government to support Taiwan’s participation in the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP).

## Day 60 of the Middle East war》UAE shocks with announcement it will leave OPEC；a look at the latest developments

- Published: 2026-04-29T13:54:27+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202604290120.aspx
- anchor: #n261674
- Companies mentioned: OPEC、OPEC+

As the Middle East war entered its 60th day, tensions in the region remained high amid U.S. and Israeli attacks on Iran, the United Arab Emirates’ announcement that it would leave OPEC, and rising oil prices.

## “Taiwanese Prince” Wang Yen-cheng’s popularity surges as he plays in Korea；a guide to watching the Hanwha Eagles at home

- Published: 2026-04-29T13:53:21+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202604295003.aspx
- anchor: #n261668
- Companies mentioned: 韓華鷹 (ハンファ・イーグルス)、韓華集團 (ハンファ・グループ)

Taiwanese left-handed pitcher Wang Yen-cheng is making a name for himself with the Hanwha Eagles of South Korea’s professional baseball league, earning popularity as the “Taiwan Prince.” The article highlights his performance and offers a guide to watching a game at the Hanwha Eagles’ home stadium.

## Fire breaks out in a building in Xinying，Tainan；former volunteer fire brigade chair helps extinguish blaze in its early stages

- Published: 2026-04-29T13:46:16+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202604290118.aspx
- anchor: #n261676
- Companies mentioned: 台南市政府消防局

A fire broke out in an apartment building in Xinying District, Tainan City, but the head of the building’s management committee, a former volunteer firefighter, successfully extinguished it in its early stages and prevented a major disaster. His swift response and the building’s automatic alarm system helped prevent further damage.

## Durant confirmed out for Game 5；Rockets fight to stay alive as Lakers’ Reaves hopes to return

- Published: 2026-04-29T13:43:17+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202604290123.aspx
- anchor: #n261671

Rockets star Kevin Durant has been ruled out of Game 5 of the NBA playoffs with a knee contusion and ankle sprain. The Rockets are on the brink of elimination and hope to stave it off, while the Lakers are hoping for Austin Reaves to return.

## Military procurement bill stalled；DPP says national defense should not become a pawn in partisan conflict

- Published: 2026-04-29T13:43:14+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202604290122.aspx
- anchor: #n261672

Taiwan’s Democratic Progressive Party criticized the Kuomintang for delaying review of a draft special defense law, saying national security should not be used as a political tool. The debate has focused on the specifics of the defense budget and the need to strengthen defense capabilities.

## US steps up economic warfare against Iran’s shadow financial network，sanctioning 35 entities and individuals

- Published: 2026-04-29T13:42:12+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202604290121.aspx
- anchor: #n261673
- Companies mentioned: Farab Soroush Afagh Qeshm Company、伊朗沙爾銀行 (Shahr Bank)、恆力石化煉油廠 (Hengli Petrochemical Refinery)

The United States imposed sanctions on 35 entities and individuals targeting Iran’s “shadow banking” system. Banks that do business with Chinese “teapot” refineries may also be targeted, as Washington steps up pressure on Iran’s economy.

## Lin Chia-lung：Sharing experience and training talent will help Guatemala’s chip project

- Published: 2026-04-29T13:38:08+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202604290119.aspx
- anchor: #n261675
- Companies mentioned: 財團法人工業技術研究院

台湾の林佳龍外交部長は、グアテマラのマンゴス公共財政部長に対し、台湾が経験共有と人材育成を通じてグアテマラの「チップロード」計画を支援すると表明しました。これは両国の強固な関係を再確認するものです。

## 高雄警涉偷拍6報案女及合成裸照 雄檢求刑3年半

- Published: 2026-04-29T13:37:04+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202604290117.aspx
- anchor: #n261677

A Kaohsiung police officer abused his position by secretly filming the bodies of 6 women who had reported incidents and using AI to create nude images of them. Prosecutors indicted him on charges including violations of the Personal Data Protection Act and sought a prison sentence of 3 years and 6 months.

## Zero tariffs on US peanuts；DPP backs Hu Chung-i，saying he is an expert speaking from the heart

- Published: 2026-04-29T13:36:02+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202604290116.aspx
- anchor: #n261678

Yunlin County Magistrate expressed concern that the Taiwan-U.S. trade agreement would eliminate tariffs on U.S. peanuts, saying it would “destroy farmers.” The Democratic Progressive Party backed the Agriculture Ministry deputy minister’s “candid remarks” and called on the government to strengthen support for farmers.

## Japanese media：Japan plans to export used warships to the Philippines，potentially the first case since the ban was lifted

- Published: 2026-04-29T13:32:59+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202604290115.aspx
- anchor: #n261679

日本政府が武器輸出禁令を原則解除後、初の事例として海上自衛隊の中古護衛艦をフィリピンに輸出する方向で調整を進めていると報じられました。小泉進次郎防衛大臣が5月にフィリピンを訪問し、詳細を詰める見込みです。

## Spurs play steadily in Game 5，beat Trail Blazers to advance to the second round of the playoffs

- Published: 2026-04-29T13:30:28+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202604293002.aspx
- anchor: #n261669

The San Antonio Spurs defeated the Portland Trail Blazers in the NBA playoffs to advance to the conference semifinals. De’Aaron Fox and Julian Champagnie starred, while Victor Wembanyama also returned from injury and contributed.

## New Taipei’s Luzhou man accused of killing both parents；arrested after fleeing in disguise and indicted

- Published: 2026-04-29T13:29:57+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202604290114.aspx
- anchor: #n261680

A man accused of killing his parents with a knife in a dispute over money in Luzhou District, New Taipei City, was arrested and indicted after fleeing in disguise. The case is set to be tried under the Citizen Judges Act.

## Australian lawmaker：Taiwan and Australia are energy suppliers to each other and should ensure freedom of navigation

- Published: 2026-04-29T13:28:55+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202604290113.aspx
- anchor: #n261681

The Australian parliamentary delegation visiting Taiwan emphasized that Taiwan and Australia are important energy suppliers to each other, and said ensuring freedom of navigation was important, as underscored by the threatened closure of the Strait of Hormuz. They discussed strengthening economic and trade ties between the two countries.

## Tender held for management rights to Taipei Main Station mall；Cheng Kuang-yuan says any objections will be handled through the proper procedures

- Published: 2026-04-29T13:28:14+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202604290105.aspx
- anchor: #n261648
- Companies mentioned: 新光三越、微風廣場實業股份有限公司 (微風)

Taiwan Railways announced the results of the tender for operating the shopping arcade at Taipei Station, selecting 新光三越 as the preferred bidder. The current operator, 微風廣場, has challenged the evaluation process and review mechanism, while the TRA chairman said any objections would be handled according to procedure.

## Former Guangxi chairman Lan Tianli indicted for accepting bribes of exceptionally large amounts

- Published: 2026-04-29T13:27:53+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202604290112.aspx
- anchor: #n261682

Lan Tianli, former chairman of the Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, was formally indicted by Chinese prosecutors for accepting huge bribes by exploiting his position. The case was investigated by the National Supervisory Commission and transferred to prosecutors.

## Opposition questions probe into Lin Chih-chien’s thesis；Huang Shih-chuo says the investigation launched in 2024 was not targeting an individual case

- Published: 2026-04-29T13:26:51+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202604290111.aspx
- anchor: #n261683
- Companies mentioned: 教育部、台湾大学

Taiwan’s Control Yuan emphasized that its investigation into allegations that former Hsinchu Mayor Lin Chih-chien plagiarized his thesis was not politically motivated. It said the investigation, launched in 2024, was a routine inquiry into an academic case at an educational institution and did not target any particular individual.

## Chiayi County community emergency response teams receive equipment donated by SOA，strengthening disaster preparedness

- Published: 2026-04-29T13:26:17+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202604290103.aspx
- anchor: #n261650
- Companies mentioned: 消防署、Spirit of America (SOA)

The US nonprofit SOA（Spirit of America），in coordination with 消防署，donated personal protective and rescue equipment worth NT$550,000 to community emergency response teams in Chiayi County to strengthen grassroots disaster preparedness. The donation not only fills equipment needs but also symbolizes international friendship and support for Taiwan’s disaster preparedness efforts.

## Lawmakers call for abolishing stamp tax；finance minister agrees to invite local governments for discussions

- Published: 2026-04-29T13:24:49+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202604290110.aspx
- anchor: #n261643
- Companies mentioned: 財政部、立法院財政委員會

A Taiwanese legislator called for abolishing the stamp tax, and Finance Minister 財政部’s Chuang Tsui-yun expressed willingness to discuss the matter with local governments. The formalization and institutionalization of “returning tax revenue to the people” is also under discussion, with the focus on what to do when tax revenue exceeds the budget.

## 中共中央政治局首次提出建设“六张网”；investment estimated at more than 32 trillion yuan

- Published: 2026-04-29T13:24:47+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202604290109.aspx
- anchor: #n261644
- Companies mentioned: 中共中央政治局、中国国家発展改革委員会

中共中央政治局が「六張網」（水網、新型電網、算力網、新世代通信網、都市地下管網、物流網）の建設を初めて提唱し、中国国家発展改革委員会は今年の関連投資が7兆人民元（約32兆3330億台湾ドル）を超えると推定している。これは内需拡大とインフラ強化を目的とした経済政策の一環。

## Lawmakers focus on New Youth Housing Loan 2.0；Chuang Tsui-yun says direction will be finalized by the end of June

- Published: 2026-04-29T13:23:44+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202604290108.aspx
- anchor: #n261645

Taiwan’s New Youth Housing Loan policy is set to expire at the end of July，and lawmakers are concerned about the rollout of “New Youth Housing Loan 2.0.” Finance Minister Chuang Tsui-yun said the direction of the new plan is expected to be finalized by the end of June，and stressed that outside speculation is only rumor. The final plan will be announced after approval by the Executive Yuan.

## Trump hosts British king at state banquet，says Iran has been defeated militarily

- Published: 2026-04-29T13:20:42+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202604290107.aspx
- anchor: #n261646

Former U.S. President Donald Trump said Iran had been militarily defeated at a state banquet honoring King Charles 3 of Britain. The remark touched on the sensitive issue of Iran’s development of nuclear weapons and also suggested tensions in U.S.-UK relations.

## 3 Japanese lawmakers visit Taiwan；to meet President Lai and visit government ministries

- Published: 2026-04-29T13:19:40+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202604290106.aspx
- anchor: #n261647
- Companies mentioned: 台湾日本関係協会

3 Japanese House of Representatives members—Taira Masaaki, Kihara Seiji, and Nishino Daisuke—are scheduled to visit Taiwan and meet President Lai Ching-te and Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung. They will exchange views on deepening Taiwan-Japan relations and regional developments.

## Alleged corruption in demolition of Zhongxiao Bridge access ramp；Chiang Wan-an says he will cooperate if investigation resumes

- Published: 2026-04-29T13:16:36+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202604290104.aspx
- anchor: #n261649
- Companies mentioned: 法務部廉政署、台北市政府、台北市工務局新工処、監察院

Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an said the city government would fully cooperate if an investigation were reopened into alleged corruption in the removal of the Zhongxiao Bridge ramp during former Mayor Ko Wen-je’s term. 法務部廉政署 has already interviewed key witnesses, and the Taipei District Prosecutors Office has launched an investigation into suspected fraud based on a citizen’s complaint.

## Man accused of killing someone with a knife in Kaohsiung’s Hunei District after a dispute over NT$1,500 and points

- Published: 2026-04-29T13:09:32+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202604290102.aspx
- anchor: #n261651
- Companies mentioned: 高雄市政府警察局湖内分局、橋頭地檢署

An argument broke out in Kaohsiung’s Hunei District when a suspect surnamed Liu tried to collect a NT$1,500 debt and online-game points from a friend. Liu stabbed the friend to death with a fruit knife and was referred to the Qiaotou District Prosecutors Office on suspicion of murder.

## Shen Po-yang floats idea of an “Infinite City Forum”；Chiang Wan-an urges him to join Taipei International Cities Forum

- Published: 2026-04-29T13:07:29+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202604290101.aspx
- anchor: #n261652
- Companies mentioned: 台積電、輝達

Legislator Shen Po-yang proposed the concept of an “Infinite City Forum.” Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an said the city has held the “Taipei International Cities Forum” for consecutive years and invited Shen to attend，noting that Taipei is already a platform for exchanges among global cities. Chiang also shared experience engaging with multiple international cities，specifically mentioning 台積電’s factory in Dresden，Germany，and 輝達’s overseas headquarters in Taipei，and said the city will continue to promote AI technology exchanges.

## New Taiwan dollar falls 4.8 cents at midday，provisionally closing at 31.566

- Published: 2026-04-29T13:03:27+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202604290100.aspx
- anchor: #n261653

The New Taiwan dollar fell 4.8 fen against the U.S. dollar on the Taipei foreign exchange market at noon on the 29th, briefly ending trading at NT$31.566 per US$1. This reflected the market’s movements that day.

## Zero-tariff US peanuts enter the market；Chang Chia-chun says measures to make up the price gap are needed

- Published: 2026-04-29T13:02:25+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202604290099.aspx
- anchor: #n261654

Chang Chia-chun, the KMT’s candidate for Yunlin County magistrate, voiced concern about the impact of duty-free imports of U.S. peanuts on Taiwanese farmers. She strongly urged the Ministry of Agriculture to immediately present concrete measures to offset the price difference.

## Taiwanese American organizations across the US join forces to condemn China’s interference with President Lai’s overseas visit

- Published: 2026-04-29T13:00:23+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202604290098.aspx
- anchor: #n261655

Taiwanese American organizations across the United States issued a joint statement strongly condemning China for unfairly obstructing President Lai Ching-te’s diplomatic visit. They called on the United States and the United Nations to address Taiwan’s unfair treatment and support its participation in international organizations.

## Middle East tensions push up freight rates；shipping industry sees prospects for a strong 2026 peak season

- Published: 2026-04-29T12:59:21+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202604290097.aspx
- anchor: #n261656
- Companies mentioned: 陽明、長榮、PA聯盟

The shipping industry has a more optimistic outlook for the global container shipping market in 2026，citing higher freight rates driven by Middle East tensions，slower release of capacity due to disruption to Red Sea routes，cargo owners bringing shipments forward，and carriers’ strong determination to stabilize rates. Freight rates are expected to perform well during the traditional peak season in the second and third quarters.

## New pneumococcal vaccine requires just 1 dose；full transition to the upgraded vaccine in August

- Published: 2026-04-29T12:59:19+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202604290096.aspx
- anchor: #n261657

台湾衛生福利部疾病管制署は、8月より公費肺炎球菌ワクチンを1回接種で効果のある20価または21価ワクチンに全面移行すると発表しました。これにより、超高齢社会における成人ワクチン接種体制が強化されます。

## Brunson leads with 39 points as Knicks rout Hawks，take 3-2 series lead

- Published: 2026-04-29T12:57:17+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202604290095.aspx
- anchor: #n261658
- Companies mentioned: 美聯社

In Game 5 of the NBA first-round playoffs，the New York Knicks beat the Atlanta Hawks 126-97 at home to take a 3-2 series lead. Knicks star Brunson excelled，scoring 39 points.

## Counties and cities hire full-time Indigenous language teachers；教育部 provides NT$150 million a year

- Published: 2026-04-29T12:54:15+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202604290094.aspx
- anchor: #n261659
- Companies mentioned: 教育部

台湾教育部が、中小学校での先住民言語教師の専門職化を推進するため、年間約1.5億台湾ドルを投じ、114学年度には268名の教員を補助。給与基準の引き上げや僻地での継続勤務への追加手当を設け、先住民文化と教育の伝承を強化します。

## Blue-white alliance picks Li Sichuan for New Taipei mayor；Chiang Wan-an says the two Taipei-area cities will work together

- Published: 2026-04-29T12:53:13+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202604290093.aspx
- anchor: #n261660

The Kuomintang and Taiwan People’s Party decided to jointly nominate Li Sichuan as their candidate for New Taipei mayor. Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an said Taipei and New Taipei would work together on the campaign, in a significant alliance in Taiwanese local politics.

## Central ceremony marks 365 years since Zheng Chenggong arrived in Taiwan；grand commemorations held in Tainan

- Published: 2026-04-29T12:53:11+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202604290092.aspx
- anchor: #n261606

A grand central ceremony marking the 365th anniversary of Ming Prince of Yanping Zheng Chenggong’s arrival in Taiwan was held in Tainan. It was attended by Zheng clan associations from Taiwan and abroad and a delegation from Hirado, Japan. The event commemorated Zheng Chenggong’s historical achievements, reaffirmed the spirit that laid the foundations for Taiwan’s self-reliant prosperity, and encouraged deeper ties among Tainan, Japan, and Kinmen.

## Improper lane change causes crash on the Tanzih section of National Freeway 4；car overturns and 2 people are hospitalized

- Published: 2026-04-29T12:52:06+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202604290090.aspx
- anchor: #n261607

On National Freeway 4 in the Tanzi section of Taiwan, a private car making an improper lane change collided with another private car at noon on the 28th, causing one vehicle to overturn. 2 people, the driver and a passenger, were injured and taken to hospital. Police are investigating the cause of the crash.

## 慧榮：Strong momentum to continue in the second quarter；revenue forecast to rise 20% quarter over quarter

- Published: 2026-04-29T12:50:48+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202604290081.aspx
- anchor: #n261608
- Companies mentioned: 慧榮

Memory controller chipmaker 慧榮 (Silicon Motion) posted record revenue in Q1 and expects strong growth to continue in Q2, forecasting a 15% to 20% increase in revenue from the previous quarter.

## Tainan man sentenced to 18 years in prison and 5 years of supervised treatment for killing village chief with a knife；ruling final

- Published: 2026-04-29T12:49:45+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202604290080.aspx
- anchor: #n261609

Taiwan’s Supreme Court upheld a sentence of 18 years in prison for a man surnamed Kuo who stabbed a former borough chief to death in Tainan, along with a custodial treatment order for 5 years after his sentence. Kuo killed the former borough chief over a debt dispute and had been diagnosed with schizophrenia, but the court found that his judgment was not impaired at the time of the crime. The custodial treatment order was imposed to prevent reoffending.

## 金融時報：中國5月擬恢復航空燃油、柴油和汽油出口

- Published: 2026-04-29T12:46:43+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202604290079.aspx
- anchor: #n261610
- Companies mentioned: 金融時報 (Financial Times)

金融時報の報道によると、中国は5月に航空燃油、ガソリン、ディーゼルの輸出を再開する見込みです。これは、当初の中東紛争による輸出制限からの転換で、国内需要の弱化と輸出利益の拡大が背景にあり、アジア諸国への供給再開を通じてエネルギー市場に影響を与える可能性があります。

## Man accused of threatening to throw sulfuric acid at Taipei Lantern Festival and kill people indicted by Taipei prosecutors

- Published: 2026-04-29T12:45:41+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202604290078.aspx
- anchor: #n261611
- Companies mentioned: 台北地檢署 (Taipei District Prosecutors Office)

The Taipei District Prosecutors Office indicted a 43-year-old man who posted a threatening message on social media saying he would “spray sulfuric acid at the Taipei Lantern Festival and kill several people.” The man had previously been convicted of assaulting a police officer and faces charges of threatening the public and endangering public safety. The case reflects the judiciary’s tough response to online threats.

## Shanghai delegation visits Kinmen on an inspection trip；Taiwan Affairs Office says it welcomes the visit

- Published: 2026-04-29T12:45:39+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202604290077.aspx
- anchor: #n261612
- Companies mentioned: 上海市旅遊行業協會

China announced the resumption of tourism to Kinmen and Matsu for Shanghai residents, and an inspection delegation from Shanghai visited Kinmen. China’s Taiwan Affairs Office welcomed the move and urged Taiwan to remove obstacles to normalizing cross-strait people-to-people exchanges. The development was presented as evidence of China’s sincerity in improving the welfare of Taiwan’s residents.

## Blakiston’s fish owl builds an aerial nursery；full livestream record of the nocturnal predator raising its young

- Published: 2026-04-29T12:44:37+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202604290076.aspx
- anchor: #n261613
- Companies mentioned: 雪霸国家公園管理処、屏東科技大学

雪霸国家公園管理処 and National Pingtung University of Science and Technology worked together to discover that an endangered Blakiston’s fish owl was raising 2 chicks in its nest. The rare nesting activity is being livestreamed 24 hours a day, giving the public an opportunity to observe the species.

## Teachers get Labor Day off for the first time；高教工會 calls march to demand 4 reforms

- Published: 2026-04-29T12:44:35+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202604290075.aspx
- anchor: #n261614
- Companies mentioned: 高教工會、立法院

Taiwan’s Higher Education Union, 高教工會, called on people to join a Labor Day march demanding 4 reforms: democratization of universities, protection of the rights of non-tenure-track faculty, higher retirement pensions at private schools, and guaranteed severance compensation.

## The geopolitics behind the UAE’s departure from OPEC；a look at the global impact

- Published: 2026-04-29T12:38:32+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202604290074.aspx
- anchor: #n261615
- Companies mentioned: OPEC、OPEC+、国際エネルギー機関（IEA）

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) announced that it would withdraw from the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) and OPEC+ on May 1. The move is intended to free the UAE from production restrictions and maximize its national interests, and could have a major impact on global oil markets, geopolitics, and the future of OPEC.

## Fraud ring combines fake investments and fake currency exchange shops；Yunlin prosecutors indict 10 people

- Published: 2026-04-29T12:37:30+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202604290073.aspx
- anchor: #n261616

The Yunlin District Prosecutors Office in Taiwan investigated a fraud ring that combined fake investment schemes with fake cryptocurrency dealers and indicted 10 people, including the group’s head in Taiwan, on fraud and other charges.

## “The Mountain Makers” heads to UK Parliament；Taiwan representative to the UK hopes to strengthen technology cooperation

- Published: 2026-04-29T12:36:18+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202604290064.aspx
- anchor: #n261625
- Companies mentioned: 聯發科技 (MediaTek)、地緣戰略理事會 (Council on Geostrategy)

“造山者,” a documentary on the history of Taiwan’s semiconductor industry, was screened at the British Parliament. Taiwan’s representative to the United Kingdom, Yao Chin-hsiang, expressed hope for stronger scientific and technological cooperation between Taiwan and the UK. He said cooperation, particularly in semiconductors and AI, would contribute to economic growth in both countries, and emphasized the importance of building reliable international supply chains.

## Pingtung offers gift vouchers for cat registration and sterilization；program starts 5/1

- Published: 2026-04-29T12:34:28+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202604290072.aspx
- anchor: #n261617

The Pingtung County Government will launch a campaign on May 1 offering NT$500 in convenience-store vouchers to owners who register their cats and have them spayed or neutered. The initiative aims to improve cat management and animal welfare and establish a comprehensive pet management system.

## Retired captain Lu Li-shih’s pro-China remarks；Taiwan Affairs Office calls them “genuine national sentiment”

- Published: 2026-04-29T12:34:26+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202604290071.aspx
- anchor: #n261618
- Companies mentioned: 陸委會（台湾大陸委員会）、國台辦（中国大陸国務院台湾事務弁公室）

In response to pro-China remarks by retired Taiwanese Navy Major Lu Li-shih, Chen Binhua, spokesperson for the Chinese mainland’s State Council Taiwan Affairs Office, defended him, calling his comments “sincere national sentiment.” Taiwan is considering legal amendments aimed at tightening restrictions on pro-China statements by retired military personnel.

## 國防部 partners with music streaming platform；53 military songs target younger generations

- Published: 2026-04-29T12:34:24+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202604290070.aspx
- anchor: #n261619
- Companies mentioned: KKBOX、Spotify、Amazon、Apple Music、YouTube Music、LINE Music、國防部

Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defense has begun releasing 53 military songs in partnership with major music-streaming platforms including KKBOX, adapting to the digital age and the viewing habits of younger people. “Army Military Song” ranked near the top of the LINE Music chart.

## China cracks down on AI-generated content，publicly naming Jianying and Maoxiang APP for violations

- Published: 2026-04-29T12:33:22+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202604290069.aspx
- anchor: #n261620
- Companies mentioned: 字節跳動 (ByteDance)

The Chinese government has stepped up regulation of AI-generated content, publicly criticizing TikTok-affiliated apps 剪映 and 貓箱, as well as the 即夢AI website. The platforms were accused of failing to clearly label AI-generated content, and authorities said those responsible would be severely punished. This marks the first public naming and penalties in the regulation of AI content.

## 700 spots available for young people to gain summer workplace experience in communities；salary of NT$44,000 offered

- Published: 2026-04-29T12:32:20+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202604290068.aspx
- anchor: #n261621
- Companies mentioned: 教育部青年發展署、屏東大學、東華大學、高雄市小鄉社造志業聯盟

青年發展署は、大卒以上の青年向けに夏季コミュニティ職場体験プログラムを開始。700名の定員があり、1人あたり月額4万4250台湾ドルの給与が提供され、300以上の非営利団体が職を提供します。これは、若者が地域活動を通じてキャリアを形成し、実務経験を積むことを支援するものです。

## Drills on Taiping Island draw protest from Vietnam；Kuan Bi-ling says there will be no retreat from defending sovereignty

- Published: 2026-04-29T12:28:18+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202604290067.aspx
- anchor: #n261622

Vietnam protested after Taiwan's Ocean Affairs Council Minister Kuan Bi-ling presided over a humanitarian relief exercise on Taiping Island in the Spratly Islands. Kuan emphasized that Taiwan would not yield on defending its sovereignty, saying the exercise demonstrated its contribution to the international community and the dignity of the nation.

## Student groups call for ending university dorm curfews；lawmakers from both the blue and green camps voice support

- Published: 2026-04-29T12:27:16+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202604290066.aspx
- anchor: #n261623
- Companies mentioned: 教育部

Taiwan student groups are calling for curfews at university dormitories to be lifted, with lawmakers from the Democratic Progressive Party and Kuomintang also voicing support. They argue that university students are adults and their ability to manage themselves should be respected.

## Taiwan tour group involved in Gansu accident；Taiwan Affairs Office says emergency response mechanism was activated immediately

- Published: 2026-04-29T12:27:13+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202604290065.aspx
- anchor: #n261624
- Companies mentioned: 中國大陸國台辦 (Taiwan Affairs Office of the State Council of China)、海基會 (Straits Exchange Foundation)、陸委會 (Mainland Affairs Council)、台北市旅行公會、蘭州台商協會、內政部

中国国台弁は、甘粛省で発生した台湾旅行団の交通事故について、緊急対応メカニズムを起動し、負傷者への医療援助、保険金請求手続き、遺族支援を行ったと発表。一方で、民進党政府が「九二共識」を認めないため、両岸の公式なコミュニケーションが停止していることを強調し、台湾側に対し「禁団令」解除を求めました。

## Fire safety filings for floors 6 to 7 fail；Taipei City Government says fine will be shared by the entire building

- Published: 2026-04-29T12:25:48+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202604290055.aspx
- anchor: #n261597
- Companies mentioned: 台北市建築管理工程処

Taipei City has made public safety declarations mandatory for buildings with 6 to 7 floors. If a building fails inspection or does not file a declaration and is fined, all owners of the building will share the cost proportionally.

## Hard to tell whether home appliances’ AI features are real；lawmakers call for a certification system

- Published: 2026-04-29T12:25:09+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202604290063.aspx
- anchor: #n261589
- Companies mentioned: デジタル発展部（数発部）、中央研究院、国科会

A proposal has been made in Taiwan's Legislative Yuan to introduce a certification system for household appliances advertised as having “AI features.” The aim is to protect consumers by preventing products that do not meet the legal definition of AI from being marketed at higher prices under the AI label.

## Vice principal accused of favoritism in awarding contracts；Yang Ming Chiao Tung University says it plans to sue over malicious rumors

- Published: 2026-04-29T12:24:07+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202604290062.aspx
- anchor: #n261590
- Companies mentioned: 行政院人事行政総処、教育部、外交部、国科会

Reports have alleged that Chen Yong-fu, vice president of National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University, improperly hired and assigned his child to work at the university. The university denied the allegations, calling them malicious rumors spread by a former employee who was dismissed, and said it was considering legal action.

## Taichung prosecutors bust money-laundering operation using third-party payment services；shell companies aided gambling，9 people detained

- Published: 2026-04-29T12:22:05+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202604290061.aspx
- anchor: #n261591
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、台湾高等検察署、法務部調査局

The Taichung District Prosecutors Office busted a group that had set up 25 shell companies and laundered money from illegal gambling operations by abusing virtual accounts offered by third-party payment services. It arrested 25 members and detained 9 of them.

## Chen Shih-chung suggests allocating part of securities transaction tax to national health insurance，saying finances could be stabilized for 20 years

- Published: 2026-04-29T12:18:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202604290060.aspx
- anchor: #n261592
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、ヨーロッパ在台商務協会（ECCT）

Chen Shih-chung, a minister without portfolio at the Executive Yuan, proposed allocating part of the securities transaction tax to fund National Health Insurance. The proposal aims to stabilize NHI finances over the next 20 years without increasing the burden on investors.

## Su Yao-hui’s 8-year sentence for attempted murder becomes final；High Court grants retrial and acquits him

- Published: 2026-04-29T12:15:01+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202604290059.aspx
- anchor: #n261593
- Companies mentioned: 台湾冤獄平反協会、中央社

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## Blue-white alliance candidate seeks young voters；Hou Yu-ih praises Li Sichuan as pragmatic

- Published: 2026-04-29T12:14:58+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202604290058.aspx
- anchor: #n261594
- Companies mentioned: 国民党、民衆党

In the opposition alliance between 国民党 (Blue) and 民衆党 (White) for the New Taipei City mayoral election, polling selected former Taipei deputy mayor Li Sichuan as the candidate. Incumbent Mayor Hou You-yi praised Li's administrative ability and drive, and expressed confidence in his appeal to younger voters.

## Kao Chun-kuei，guardian of the Thao ancestral spirits festival tradition，dies；Ministry of Culture to present a posthumous commendation certificate

- Published: 2026-04-29T12:10:56+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acul/202604290057.aspx
- anchor: #n261595
- Companies mentioned: 台湾文化部

Gao Chun-gui, an inheritor of the Thao people's traditional Ancestor Worship Festival, has died. 台湾文化部 announced it would honor his significant contributions by awarding him a commendation.

## U.S. Peanuts in Spotlight Over Zero Tariffs; Chen Chun-chi Hopes It Won’t Become a Political Issue

- Published: 2026-04-29T12:10:47+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202604290052.aspx
- anchor: #n261600
- Companies mentioned: 国民党

With the removal of tariffs on U.S. peanuts under the Taiwan-U.S. Agreement on Reciprocal Trade (ART) approaching, Taiwan Agriculture Minister Chen Chun-chi said the response would be to strengthen domestic brands and enforce origin labeling. He said the aim was to avoid turning the issue into a political one and to accelerate the industry's upgrading.

## Lawmakers Say Evergreen’s Dividend Data Was Uploaded Twice; Chuang Tsui-yun: Correction Tonight

- Published: 2026-04-29T12:06:54+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202604290056.aspx
- anchor: #n261596
- Companies mentioned: 長榮海運 (Evergreen Marine)

Taiwan Finance Minister Chuang Tsui-yun said Evergreen Marine would correct the duplicate upload of dividend documents by tonight. She said no other listed companies had encountered the same problem.

## Mother’s Day Nears; Warm Family Gathering Held Behind the Walls of Penghu Prison

- Published: 2026-04-29T12:06:26+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202604290051.aspx
- anchor: #n261601
- Companies mentioned: 更生保護会澎湖分会、澎湖刑務所、澎湖地検、中央社

Ahead of Mother's Day, 澎湖刑務所 held an in-person gathering where inmates and their families could spend time together. The event featured heartwarming moments intended to encourage inmates' resolve to rehabilitate through family ties.

## Tokyo Metro in Japan Plans Fare Hike, Possibly Starting in March 2028

- Published: 2026-04-29T12:00:50+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202604290054.aspx
- anchor: #n261598
- Companies mentioned: 東京メトロ（Tokyo Metro Co.）、JR東日本、西武鉄道、日本テレビ（TBS）、朝日新聞、国土交通省

Tokyo Metro has begun considering a fare increase from March 2028. The main aims are to cover rising labor costs, investment in facilities and safety measures.

## Taylor Swift Vienna Terror Suspect Pleads Guilty, Reveals Plot for Serial Attacks in the Middle East

- Published: 2026-04-29T12:00:48+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202604290053.aspx
- anchor: #n261599
- Companies mentioned: Reuters、AFP、APA

On the first day of trial in the 2024 plot to attack Taylor Swift's Vienna concert, the 21-year-old man accused of being the ringleader admitted to some of the charges. Authorities have pointed to links with IS, and the suspect is also alleged to have planned coordinated attacks in the Middle East.

## TSMC Sits Out as Taiwan Stocks Fall More Than 400 Points, Retest 5-Day Moving Average

- Published: 2026-04-29T11:55:57+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202604290048.aspx
- anchor: #n261530
- Companies mentioned: 台積電 (TSMC)、台達電 (Delta Electronics)、聯發科 (MediaTek)、鴻海 (Foxconn)、國泰金 (Cathay Financial Holdings)、富邦金 (Fubon Financial Holdings)、康和證券

Taiwan's stock market fell more than 400 points today, affected by a second consecutive decline in the U.S. Philadelphia Semiconductor Index, and tested its 5-day moving average. Major technology stocks, including TSMC, fell, while financial stocks rose and supported the market.

## President Lai Presides Over Generals’ Promotion Ceremony, Hopes Legislature Will Back Undiminished Defense Budget

- Published: 2026-04-29T11:55:41+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202604290050.aspx
- anchor: #n261528

Taiwan President Lai Ching-te presided over a ceremony promoting senior military officers and urged the Legislative Yuan to approve a special defense budget of 1.25 trillion Taiwan dollars over 8 years without cuts. He called it a key measure to strengthen Taiwan's self-defense capabilities and counter China's attempts to change the status quo in the Taiwan Strait.

## Former NBA Player Jones Caught Up in Gambling Scandal, Admits to Conspiracy to Commit Wire Fraud

- Published: 2026-04-29T11:55:39+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202604290042.aspx
- anchor: #n261536
- Companies mentioned: クリーブランド・キャバリアーズ、マイアミ・ヒート、ロサンゼルス・レイカーズ

Former NBA player Damon Jones pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit wire fraud for his involvement in leaking information about player injuries and running illegal poker games. It is the first conviction in the NBA gambling scandal.

## Peng Chi-ming: Shortening Air Pollution Permit Extension Period Would Hit Hospitals, Hotels and Livelihood Industries

- Published: 2026-04-29T11:50:39+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202604290049.aspx
- anchor: #n261529

Taiwan Environment Minister Peng Chi-ming warned that proposed amendments to the Air Pollution Control Act would have a major impact on around 8000 businesses in sectors serving the public, including hospitals, hotels and restaurants, by shortening the extension period for permits. He said the changes could make local government operations difficult and cause disruption in industry.

## Reuters: Conflict Drives Up Cost-of-Living Pressures; Trump’s Approval Rating Hits New Low of His Term

- Published: 2026-04-29T11:49:35+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202604290047.aspx
- anchor: #n261531
- Companies mentioned: 路透社 (Reuters)、益普索 (Ipsos)

According to the latest Reuters/Ipsos poll, U.S. President Donald Trump's approval rating has fallen to its lowest level since he took office. The decline comes amid public dissatisfaction with his handling of the cost of living and the war with Iran.

## World’s First Muslim Tzu Chi Volunteer Provides Hot Meals Amid Famine in Gaza

- Published: 2026-04-29T11:46:33+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202604290046.aspx
- anchor: #n261532
- Companies mentioned: 滿納海國際學校 (El Menahil International School)、台北清真寺、慈濟基金會

Hu Kuang-chung, the world's first Muslim Tzu Chi volunteer, has been working since late September last year with Turkey's Man-Nahai International School, Taipei Grand Mosque and Tzu Chi volunteers in Turkey to provide hot meals to families facing hunger in Gaza. More than 50,000 people have benefited, and educational support is also planned.

## Tourism Industry Rolls Out Online Travel Fair and Member Discounts to Capture Peak Summer Vacation Season

- Published: 2026-04-29T11:44:30+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202604290045.aspx
- anchor: #n261533
- Companies mentioned: Klook、雄獅旅遊、KKday、JR東日本

As fuel surcharges rise amid a spike in crude oil prices driven by the situation in the Middle East, travel companies including Klook, 雄獅旅遊 and KKday are rolling out online travel fairs and member-benefit campaigns ahead of the busy summer travel season.

## Technical Talent Admissions Screening for Technical and Junior Colleges Offers 4,078 Places; Eligibility Review Follows Payment of Application Fee

- Published: 2026-04-29T11:39:28+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202604290044.aspx
- anchor: #n261534
- Companies mentioned: 技專校院招生委員會聯合會

For the 115 academic year's “Four-Year Colleges and Two-Year Junior Colleges Special Talent Admission Program,” 67 schools are participating, offering 4078 places. Applications to pay the registration fee and undergo eligibility review will be accepted from April 29 to May 6. Students who pass the review may apply to up to 5 preferred departments.

## U.S. Media: U.S. and Israel Use Unpaid Dues to Pressure UN Reform and Curb China’s Influence

- Published: 2026-04-29T11:37:26+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202604290043.aspx
- anchor: #n261535
- Companies mentioned: 聯合國 (United Nations)、Devex、路透社 (Reuters)

According to a report by U.S. media outlet Devex, the United States is demanding specific reforms, including spending cuts and curbs on China's influence, as a condition for paying its large arrears to the United Nations. The demands come as the UN faces a financial crisis due to unpaid U.S. dues.

## Post-Disaster Farming Resumes Along Hualien’s Mataian Creek; Agricultural Research Station Helps Improve Farmland Soil

- Published: 2026-04-29T11:36:17+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202604290041.aspx
- anchor: #n261537
- Companies mentioned: 鳳栄地区農会、光豊地区農会

The Hualien District Agricultural Research and Extension Station has launched a farmland recovery project for agricultural land damaged by flooding from Mataian Creek in Hualien. The project will help restore growing conditions through soil improvement, deep tilling and the provision of green manure.