# AI News 180m Report｜2026-05-02 09:00–12:00 JST｜Page 2 of 2

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 99 items from 1 source; Taiwan, 22 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## Guangxi sugar mills to take 94 consecutive days off starting 5/1 to make up for shift work and production rush during the crushing season

- Published: 2026-05-02T11:24:24+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202605020032.aspx
- anchor: #n289522
- Companies mentioned: 伶利製糖公司

伶利製糖公司, a sugar mill in China’s Guangxi province, announced that it will grant employees 94 days of extended paid leave from May 1 to August 3. The special measure will be taken during the annual inspection period as compensation for the grueling 24-hour shifts during the sugarcane crushing season.

## Lin Hwai-min recalls the fervor for Legacy and thanks U.S. President Carter

- Published: 2026-05-02T11:22:22+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acul/202605020031.aspx
- anchor: #n289523
- Companies mentioned: 雲門舞集、アジア協会、アメリカン・ダンス・フェスティバル、マサ・グラハム舞踊団

雲門舞集創辦人林懷民がニューヨークの「アジア協会」講座に出席し、舞踊劇「薪傳」の歴史的背景と、米国が台湾と断交した1978年に初演された際の思い出を語りました。彼は当時の米国大統領カーターに感謝の意を表し、タクシー運転手からの励ましが活動再開のきっかけになったエピソードも披露しました。

## Trump-Xi meeting approaching, Fu Cong says Strait of Hormuz blockade would remain a major issue

- Published: 2026-05-02T11:21:20+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605020030.aspx
- anchor: #n289524

China’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Fu Cong, said that if the Strait of Hormuz remains closed during U.S. President Donald Trump’s visit to China on the 14th and 15th, the issue will be a key agenda item. He called for the strait to reopen as soon as possible and for the ceasefire to be maintained, urging the international community to oppose a resurgence of the conflict.

## Iran's supreme leader calls for economic resistance, urges people to buy domestic goods to stabilize employment

- Published: 2026-05-02T11:19:18+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605020029.aspx
- anchor: #n289525
- Companies mentioned: 法新社

Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei urged the public to wage an “economic war” by buying domestic products and stabilizing employment, as the country faces the effects of war with the United States and Israel and years of sanctions. The aim is to disappoint its enemies and overcome economic hardship.

## Li Hao-yu gets a hit and drives in a run as Tigers fall 4-5 to Rangers

- Published: 2026-05-02T11:12:14+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202605020027.aspx
- anchor: #n289527
- Companies mentioned: デトロイト・タイガース、テキサス・レンジャーズ

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## 37 Chinese military aircraft and vessels operate around Taiwan Strait; military keeps close watch

- Published: 2026-05-02T11:09:11+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202605020026.aspx
- anchor: #n289528

Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defense said it detected 29 Chinese People’s Liberation Army aircraft, 15 of which crossed the median line of the Taiwan Strait, and 8 vessels, including 6 military ships and 2 government vessels, operating around Taiwan between 6 a.m. yesterday and 6 a.m. today. Taiwan’s armed forces are continuing close surveillance and response operations.

## Republicans face uphill battle in midterm elections as Trump touts his record to Florida seniors

- Published: 2026-05-02T11:03:09+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605020025.aspx
- anchor: #n289529
- Companies mentioned: 路透社、益普索

Former U.S. President Donald Trump touted his economic record in a speech at a retirement community in Florida, seeking to help Republicans overcome their struggles ahead of the midterm elections. He highlighted last year’s passage of tax reform and immigration legislation, as well as a plan to provide GLP-1 drugs through Medicare, and criticized Democrats.

## Speeding up AI adoption, convenience-store rivals race to cut working hours and reduce waste

- Published: 2026-05-02T11:02:07+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605020024.aspx
- anchor: #n289530
- Companies mentioned: 統一超商、全家便利商店、工研院

Taiwan’s major convenience store chains 統一超商 and 全家便利商店 are accelerating the adoption of AI to address labor shortages and operating costs. They are advancing full-scale digitalization, from ordering and equipment management to in-store services, with the aim of reducing waste, cutting working hours and improving operational efficiency.

## Island of Humans makes Southeast Asian debut as Wang Yu-kuang sets out from the island to find himself

- Published: 2026-05-02T10:56:17+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acul/202605020022.aspx
- anchor: #n289498
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、駐馬來西亞台北經濟文化辦事處、吉隆坡表演藝術中心、雲門舞集 (雲門流浪者計畫、雲門2)、The Place劇院 (英国ロンドン)、城崎國際藝術中心 (日本)、FACP亞洲文化推廣聯盟、國家兩廳院、衛武營國家藝術文化中心、台東藝術節、玫瑰國際舞蹈獎

“Island of the People,” the second installment in Taiwanese choreographer Wang Yuguang’s “Relationship Trilogy,” has made its Southeast Asian premiere in Kuala Lumpur. Inspired by a legend about fishermen on Lanyu, the work depicts Wang’s process of self-discovery through creation and travel.

## 15 sections of provincial highways prone to congestion on 2nd day of holiday; Highway Bureau encourages public transit

- Published: 2026-05-02T10:55:26+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605020023.aspx
- anchor: #n289497
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、交通部公路局

Traffic congestion is expected on 15 sections of Taiwan’s provincial highways on the second day of the Labor Day holiday period. The Highway Bureau is encouraging the use of public transportation and recommending discounts on intercity highway buses—85% off, or up to 60% off when combined with TPASS 2.0.

## Trump criticizes European leaders for heightening transatlantic tensions; diplomatic circles respond cautiously

- Published: 2026-05-02T10:36:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605020021.aspx
- anchor: #n289499
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、路透社、五角大廈 (米国防総省)、北大西洋公約組織 (NATO)

Former U.S. President Trump criticized European leaders, reigniting tensions in transatlantic relations over differences of opinion on the Iran conflict. Diplomatic circles are weighing the best response to threats including a reduction in U.S. troops in Germany and higher tariffs on cars from the EU.

## 74 political parties must complete financial disclosures by the end of the month or face fines of up to 5 million

- Published: 2026-05-02T10:28:58+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202605020020.aspx
- anchor: #n289500

Taiwan’s Ministry of the Interior announced that 74 political parties must submit their financial statements for ROC year 114 by the end of the month. After an audit and certification by an accountant, the statements must be filed with the ministry and will then be made public. Parties that miss the deadline may face fines of up to NT$5 million.

## On 2nd day of Labor Day holiday, 8 sections of national highways are prone to congestion this morning

- Published: 2026-05-02T10:28:20+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605020016.aspx
- anchor: #n289488
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、交通部高速公路局 (高公局)

Traffic congestion is forecast on 8 sections of Taiwan’s expressways on the morning of the second day of the Labor Day holiday period. The Freeway Bureau recommends that southbound travelers on western expressways depart after noon and those on National Freeway 5 depart after 5 p.m., and is taking steps to spread out traffic.

## 1 family of 3 struck while walking in Kaohsiung; woman and son-in-law die

- Published: 2026-05-02T10:21:22+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202605020019.aspx
- anchor: #n289485
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、高雄市政府警察局左営分局

A car driven by a man surnamed Huang in Kaohsiung City caused an accident while he was driving fatigued, striking pedestrians and others. A woman surnamed Huang and her son-in-law died, leaving a total of 2 dead and 3 injured. Police confirmed that it was not a drunk-driving incident and are investigating the cause.

## Yang Ling-yu teaches medical students to "accept defeat," selected as an exemplary educator

- Published: 2026-05-02T10:21:19+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605020018.aspx
- anchor: #n289486
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、陽明交通大学、教育部

Yang Ling-yu, a professor who teaches medical students at National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University, has spent more than 30 years teaching students the importance of “facing failure” and fostering resilience in their medical careers by sharing stories of her own failures. Her educational practice was recognized when she was selected by 教育部 as an “Educational Role Model.”

## Trump says hostilities with Iran have ended, argues congressional war authorization is unnecessary

- Published: 2026-05-02T10:07:51+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605020017.aspx
- anchor: #n289487
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、ロイター通信、イラン通信社 (IRNA)

President Trump declared that hostilities between the United States and Iran had “ended” with the ceasefire and claimed that the conflict could continue without authorization under the congressional War Powers Act. However, congressional Democrats rejected the idea that the ceasefire paused the deadline, arguing that the continued deployment of U.S. forces was evidence of ongoing hostilities.

## Taichung man crashes into scooter while driving drunk, drags it until it catches fire; abandons car, subdued by bystanders and arrested for prosecution

- Published: 2026-05-02T09:52:47+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202605020015.aspx
- anchor: #n289438
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、台中市警局第三分局、台湾台中地方検察署

In Taichung City, a man driving under the influence of alcohol crashed into a motorcycle and dragged it, causing his car to catch fire. He tried to flee but was detained by members of the public and arrested. The father and son on the motorcycle were injured and taken to the hospital.

## Sunny and hot, with temperatures reaching 34 degrees; Wu Derong says first plum-rain-season front arrives late on the night of the 3rd

- Published: 2026-05-02T09:29:44+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605020014.aspx
- anchor: #n289439
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、中央大学、気象応用推広基金会

Taiwanese meteorologist Wu Der-rong said sunny, hot weather is expected to continue over the Labor Day holiday, with highs reaching 34 degrees in the south. However, the first frontal system of the rainy season is expected to arrive from late on the 3rd through the morning of the 4th, bringing rain and thunderstorms to central and northern areas and lowering temperatures.

## Good morning, World》Defense special budget stalled in Legislative Yuan; U.S. urges swift passage or Taiwan will be unable to deter threats

- Published: 2026-05-02T08:56:26+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605025001.aspx
- anchor: #n289412
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、中經院、財政部

The United States is urging Taiwan to pass a special defense budget soon to counter the threat from China. Former U.S. Navy rear admirals and others warned that Taiwan could face difficulties if the budget is not passed before the Xi-Trump meeting.

## World Coffee Championships responds to Taiwan, says Chinese Taipei is used for administrative purposes

- Published: 2026-05-02T08:56:02+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605020012.aspx
- anchor: #n289414
- Companies mentioned: 世界コーヒー選手権（WCC）、米国スペシャルティコーヒー協会（SCA）、国際オリンピック委員会（IOC）、国際サッカー連盟（FIFA）、中央社

The World Coffee Championships, responding to dissatisfaction from Taiwan's coffee industry over its listing of a Taiwanese participant as “Chinese Taipei,” explained that this was an administrative measure in line with the practices of international sports organizations.

## Iran war sparks divisions as Pentagon announces withdrawal of 5000 U.S. troops from Germany

- Published: 2026-05-02T08:44:41+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605020013.aspx
- anchor: #n289413
- Companies mentioned: 米国防総省、中央社

The 米国防総省 ordered the withdrawal of about 5,000 U.S. troops stationed in Germany amid disagreements over the confrontation with Iran. The withdrawal is expected to be completed within 6-12 months and had previously been suggested by President Trump.