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One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 59 items from 1 source; Japan, 5 items from 1 source.
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The Taiwanese film “Left-Handed Girl” (The Left-Handed Girl) opened in Sweden and impressed local audiences. The Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office in Sweden and the distributor worked together to hold a special screening. Audiences were deeply captivated by the film’s portrayal of Taiwan’s everyday culture and scenery and expressed interest in visiting Taiwan.
Companies mentioned：Lucky Dogs
Digital-only bank “將來銀行（Next Bank）” has launched Taiwan’s first online service for opening corporate deposit accounts. Applications can be submitted online 24 hours a day and completed in as little as 10 minutes, significantly improving efficiency compared with the procedures at traditional banks.
The Thai government announced it would step up monitoring of tourist behavior after repeated incidents of foreign tourists behaving inappropriately in public places. The move aims to protect Thailand’s image and promote respect for its culture.
Companies mentioned：中央社、AFP通信
A cruise ship hit by a deadly hantavirus outbreak will dock on Tenerife in the Canary Islands within 3 days, Spain’s health minister announced. Despite opposition from local authorities, the Spanish government has activated a system for assessing passengers’ health and evacuating them, stressing that precautionary measures are in place.
The results of the 115111th draw of the 今彩539 lottery were announced, with 2 tickets winning the top prize of NT$8 million each. There were 259 second-prize winners, and winners were also announced for the 3-Star and 4-Star prizes.
Companies mentioned：台彩公司
Finnish quantum AI startup Qutwo, founded by former Silo AI CEO Peter Sarlin, has completed an angel funding round of more than NT$900 million, setting a Finnish record. The company focuses on quantum-inspired computing and aims to become a global AI leader from Europe.
Companies mentioned：Qutwo、Silo AI、KONE (通力)、Supercell、Wolt、DST Global、Alphabet、Sandbox AQ、Nest AI、Nokia、Tesi、Zalando、OP Pohjola、AMD
After Kaohsiung City’s Department of Health conducted surprise inspections at 2 愛爾麗診所 locations, it found traces of a removed surveillance camera at 1 location and a surveillance camera in a treatment room at the other. An investigation is underway over suspected violations of patients’ privacy.
The comedy film “怎麼可能我家的祖先是你家的鬼,” starring Naomi Watanabe, 劉以豪 and 徐若瑄, has been selected as the opening film of the 2026 Taipei Film Festival. The closing film will be “我的棋王爺爺,” starring 李立群, 洪瑜鴻 and 謝以樂.
Taiwan President Lai Ching-te expressed gratitude to Japan’s government and parliament for supporting Taiwan and condemning China’s unjust coercion when he temporarily postponed a visit to Eswatini because of pressure from China. He said this showed the close ties between Taiwan and Japan and Japan’s commitment to regional peace.
Companies mentioned：日本台湾交流協会、台湾日本関係協会、台積電 (TSMC)、JASM (熊本TSMC)
Taiwanese director 陳芯宜 attended a professional forum in Paris and shared her experience creating XR (extended reality) works. Canadian cultural and arts professionals praised XR projects produced through Taiwan-Canada cooperation and Taiwan’s rich creative ecosystem.
Companies mentioned：駐フランス台湾文化中心、高雄市電影館、国家人権博物館、公視
Taiwan Deputy Foreign Minister Wu Chih-chung addressed the European Parliament, saying China is seeking to redefine the international order. Citing pressure on Taiwan’s participation in international organizations and the cancellation of flight permits, among other examples, he pointed to growing European interest in Taiwan-related issues.
Taiwan’s National Land Management Agency under the Ministry of the Interior announced that more than 830,000 households had been approved for rent subsidies. While reviews are proceeding smoothly in many localities, delays have occurred in some, prompting the agency to urge local governments to add staff and streamline procedures.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy criticized Russia for ignoring a proposed ceasefire starting on the 6th and continuing its attacks, calling it an “open rejection of peace.” Russia, ahead of Victory Day, has warned that it will retaliate against attacks from Ukraine.
Former U.S. President Donald Trump warned that he would bomb Iran again if negotiations with Tehran failed. He also said it was too early to prepare a peace deal, leaving the situation uncertain.
Companies mentioned：半島電視台、法新社、紐約郵報
A 61-year-old woman drowned at Caonima Waterfall in Majia Township, Pingtung County. Firefighters carried out a rescue operation, but she was pronounced dead after being taken to hospital. The fire department is urging people to be more safety-conscious during summer activities near water.
迅徳 announced that, following a board resolution, it would acquire shares in Philippine electronic components manufacturer TAIPHIL PROTECH INDUSTRIAL INC. for US$2.5 million. The move is intended to support supply chain relocation, expand economies of scale and improve profitability.
Companies mentioned：TAIPHIL PROTECH INDUSTRIAL INC.、NEW VISTA LIMITED.
Taiwanese writer 吳曉樂 (Wu Hsiao-lo) took part in the Singapore Writers Festival, sharing insights into her creative process and observations on parent-child relationships and social issues under the theme “How Can Novels Shed Light on the Darkest Places?” Her work focuses on young people and parent-child relationships, drawing interest from the audience.
Companies mentioned：中央社、公視
Following suspicions that a pinhole camera was found at 愛爾麗診所’s Banqiao branch, 謝金燕, the group’s longtime brand ambassador, demanded that it stop using her likeness and name.
Companies mentioned：愛爾麗診所、愛爾麗集團、吉米工作室
16 Chinese military aircraft crossed the median line of the Taiwan Strait and, in coordination with Chinese naval vessels, intruded into the airspace and waters around Taiwan. The Ministry of National Defense said it was maintaining close surveillance and responding appropriately.
Taiwanese archer 湯智鈞 scored a top 690 points in the men’s recurve qualification round at the Shanghai leg of the World Cup, earning the No. 1 seed for the elimination rounds. He has now secured selection to represent Taiwan at the Asian Games for 3 consecutive tournaments.
Companies mentioned：中華民國射箭協會、國際射箭總會、中央社
During China’s May Day holiday, 6,579 Chinese tourists entered Kinmen, and hotel occupancy rose by about 10% from the same period last year. The figures indicate that the resumption of individual travel from Fujian Province is driving a recovery in visitor numbers.
The French CMA CGM Group cargo ship “San Antonio” was attacked in the Strait of Hormuz, injuring crew members and damaging the vessel. It is the latest disruption to shipping in the strait during the Middle East war and highlights rising regional tensions.
Companies mentioned：CMA CGM Group (達飛海運集團)、Reuters (路透社)、中央社
倉佑, a manufacturer of transmission systems, announced it would inject an additional US$2.2 million into its Malaysian subsidiary, YORU TECH SDN. BHD., to meet the subsidiary’s factory construction needs. The cumulative investment will reach US$8.8 million.
Companies mentioned：YORU TECH SDN. BHD.
Residents have petitioned for a constitutional interpretation regarding the land readjustment project for the Taoyuan Aerotropolis. The Ministry of the Interior said it would conduct a rigorous review based on public interest and necessity and continue to protect residents’ housing rights and improve the system.
Taiwanese journalist 林宸佑 has been indicted on suspicion of receiving funds from the Chinese Communist Party to produce videos opposing recall campaigns and attacking specific politicians, as well as bribing 6 active-duty and retired military personnel. Prosecutors sought a 12-year prison sentence. The case involves alleged violations of the Anti-Infiltration Act and charges including corruption and money laundering.
An outbreak of infection with the Andes strain of hantavirus, which can be fatal, occurred aboard the cruise ship “Hondius.” Taiwan Centers for Disease Control Director-General 羅一鈞 said the virus has never been detected in Taiwan and assessed the risk of it affecting the island as low.
Original交通部航港局が「藍色公路海洋觀光嘉年華」を開催し、3航線7航班に拡大。澎湖、金門、花蓮など台湾の海洋魅力を提供し、2029年までに8000トン級の観光船建造を計画。国内観光の振興と地域経済活性化を目指す。
Companies mentioned：交通部航港局、交通部、中央社
The results of the 115111th draw of the 今彩539 lottery were announced. The winning numbers were 10, 11, 39, 34 and 04. The 3-Star number was 285, and the 4-Star number was 4381.
Companies mentioned：台彩
A deputy manager surnamed Lin employed by a security company in Taoyuan has been detained and held in custody on suspicion of embezzling NT$84 million. The company said the loss would be covered by its own funds and would not affect the interests of customers or shareholders.
2 subsidiaries of 日月光投控, a major semiconductor packaging and testing company, sold a combined 278,000 shares of 聯発科, recording total proceeds of about NT$729 million and a disposal gain of about NT$326 million. The sales were intended to realize investment returns and manage financial investments.
Companies mentioned：日月光投控、聯発科、台灣福雷電子、環電
A visitor to Taipei Zoo saw a toucan holding a rat in its beak. The zoo said it used grapes to get the toucan to drop the rat, which was not eaten. The rat was dead and was sent to the veterinary clinic for disease and parasite testing.
The National Taiwan Museum has opened a new gathering space, “台博小客廳,” and is presenting the joint exhibition “博物‧凝視－旅繪展” by architect 詹益忠 and illustrator 林俐. The exhibition features 詹益忠’s architectural sketches and 林俐’s travel paintings, and gives visitors a close-up look at their creative processes.
Companies mentioned：國立台灣博物館、新北市坪林茶業博物館
Original交通部公路局は、5月12日に正式開通する淡江大橋の通車典礼晚会「感恩．美好之夜」を5月9日に開催すると発表しました。淡水端の一部エリアが一般開放され、大スクリーンで晚会が観覧可能となります。この晚会は、淡江大橋の建設に携わったエンジニアたちに敬意を表するものです。
Companies mentioned：交通部公路局、札哈．哈蒂（Zaha Hadid）事務所、雲門舞集
Deputy Foreign Minister 吳志中 was invited to address the European Parliament, highlighting growing international interest in Taiwan-related issues. He said he hoped Taiwan’s story would continue to be told and expressed gratitude for the EU’s support for Taiwan.
Original中国の海洋調査船が4月下旬から5月上旬にかけて、日本の釣魚台（尖閣諸島）周辺と石垣島海域で探査活動を行い、探測物と見られる物体を海中に投下したことが日本共同通信の報道で明らかになりました。日本海上保安庁は複数回にわたり、無線で活動中止を警告しています。
Companies mentioned：日本第11管區海上保安總部、日本共同社、日本海上保安廳
Led by Lin Yun-ju, Taiwan’s men’s table tennis team beat Denmark 3-0 at the World Team Table Tennis Championships to advance to the quarterfinals. Feng Yi-hsin rallied for a win, Lin Yun-ju prevailed in the showdown between the teams’ aces, and Kuo Kuan-hung sealed the victory.
Companies mentioned：ITTF (国際卓球連盟)
The president of Spain’s Canary Islands regional government voiced opposition to a port call by the luxury cruise ship Hondius, where a deadly hantavirus outbreak has occurred. 3 people have already died aboard the ship, and Spain’s Health Ministry has decided to accept it on the basis of international law and humanitarian principles.
A hantavirus outbreak aboard the cruise ship Hondius has led to 3 patients being evacuated to the Netherlands, while 1 infection has been confirmed in Switzerland. The Andes strain, for which human-to-human transmission has been confirmed, was detected, and the World Health Organization (WHO) is monitoring the situation.
Companies mentioned：Oceanwide Expeditions
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Companies mentioned：精誠資訊、安碁資訊
Electrical equipment giant 東元 announced consolidated revenue of NT$5.626 billion for April, setting a new record for the second-highest monthly total. Citing expanding opportunities in AI data centers, it outlined a strategy to eventually target group revenue of NT$100 billion.
Companies mentioned：東元
英業達 posted consolidated revenue of NT$84.787 billion in April, a record for the same month and its second-highest monthly total ever. Shipments of new AI platforms were strong, with server products particularly driving revenue.
Companies mentioned：英業達
Original台湾の競泳選手、王冠閎が全大運男子50mバタフライで24秒00の国内新記録を樹立し金メダルを獲得した。彼は体調を整え、9月の名古屋アジア大会での表彰台を目指す。
HTC (HTC) posted a net loss in the first quarter, but narrowed the loss and announced a cash dividend of NT$0.5 for the first time in 6 years. It is restructuring its business, including launching its AI smart glasses, VIVE Eagle, in Japan in partnership with KDDI.
Companies mentioned：宏達電 (HTC)、Google、KDDI
A rat problem has emerged in Taipei, with councilors calling for a renewed survey of the rodent population and long-term monitoring. The city is asking the central government to establish a unified nationwide monitoring model. The city and central government are debating responsibility for and the definition of rodent control.
富邦媒momo and 富邦人寿 have begun construction of the Hukou Logistics Park. Scheduled for completion in 2029, the facility will strengthen delivery capacity in northern Taiwan and become one of momo’s few large-scale cold-chain logistics centers. The project aims to improve delivery efficiency amid intensifying e-commerce logistics competition.
Companies mentioned：富邦人寿、酷澎 (Coupang)
Breeze Group has raised concerns about conflicts of interest and information leaks in Taiwan Railways’ selection process for the operating rights to the Taipei Station shopping complex and is seeking a delay in signing the contract. Taiwan Railways plans to respond to the appeal within 20 days.
Companies mentioned：微風集團、台鐵 (台湾鉄路管理局)、新光三越、微風廣場實業股份有限公司
Rising fuel prices amid escalating tensions in the Middle East are changing travelers’ spending habits, with short-distance, short-duration and flexible trips becoming a trend. Travel within Asia may benefit from the shift.
Companies mentioned：Traveloka、Wego、Skift
A New Taipei District Court citizen-judge trial sentenced logistics driver Hsu Yu-ching to life in prison for killing a colleague. The court considered the brutal crime, whose motive was unclear, and the danger the defendant posed to society.
Companies mentioned：黑貓宅急便
The latest updates have been reported on 2 Taiwanese players in Japan’s professional baseball league. Rakuten Eagles pitcher Sung Chia-hao saw his streak of 9 consecutive scoreless games come to an end, while Saitama Seibu Lions player Lin An-ko struck out with the bases loaded.
Companies mentioned：東北樂天金鷲隊、埼玉西武獅隊、北海道火腿鬥士隊、福岡軟銀鷹隊
Copper-clad laminate maker 台燿科技 said its subsidiary TAIWAN UNION TECHNOLOGY(THAILAND) CO.,LTD. plans a cash capital increase of 1.6 billion baht to expand production capacity through an expansion of its second plant. The plan was approved by the parent company’s board, and the Thai subsidiary is expected to significantly increase its production capacity.
Companies mentioned：台燿科技、TAIWAN UNION TECHNOLOGY(THAILAND) CO.,LTD.、大華銀行（UOB）
Original基隆河の汚染事件で、基隆地検署は協昌企業社、淂翔公司、慶旺公司の計15名を追起訴しました。3社合計で2億105万台湾元以上の犯罪収益が認定されています。
Companies mentioned：協昌企業社、淂翔公司、慶旺公司、將誠公司、滿進公司
A pinhole camera was found at the Banqiao branch of 愛爾麗診所, and New Taipei prosecutors and police searched 4 branches and took 8 people, including company president Chang Ju-shan, into custody. A business operator surnamed Hsieh is suspected of removing surveillance camera systems from 10 branches north of and including central Taiwan to destroy evidence.
Companies mentioned：愛爾麗診所、愛爾麗集團
Goldman Sachs warned of fuel shortage risks stemming from the situation in the Middle East, saying that 4 countries, including Taiwan, face particularly high risks. Airlines are being hit by soaring fuel prices and a decline in travelers, and ITA Airways is considering suspending operations in the worst-case scenario.
Companies mentioned：高盛集団 (Goldman Sachs)、義大利航空 (ITA)、法國航空 (Air France)、漢莎航空 (Lufthansa)、精神航空 (Spirit Airlines)、泰國都喜飯店 (Dusit)、Kunji Travel
Singer Chiang Yu-heng announced a concert at the Taipei Music Center. He expressed confidence in his singing voice and said he planned to reduce his workload from 2027 onward and spend more time with his family, including traveling around the world with his wife. He said he had no intention of retiring.
Rat control measures were debated at the New Taipei City Council, where a councilor proposed borrowing cats from an animal shelter. The Agriculture Department responded that shelter cats rely on humans for food, weakening their hunting instincts, and do not catch rats. The Animal Protection Office stressed that this is a natural change in animal behavior and is not the result of mistreatment.
Companies mentioned：新北市農業局、新北市政府動物保育防疫處
Following a case of dogs being mistreated at a pet restaurant in Xihu Township, Miaoli County, a public representative called for 10 golden retrievers to be confiscated rather than placed in temporary protective custody. The Animal Protection and Health Inspection Office said it would carefully assess the matter, prioritizing animal welfare.
Industrial PC maker 研華 expects second-quarter revenue to increase by a single-digit percentage from the previous quarter. Its order backlog exceeds $1.3 billion, maintaining strong order visibility, with particularly strong performance in the North American market.
Companies mentioned：輝達 (NVIDIA)
As a hantavirus outbreak aboard a Dutch-flagged cruise ship that killed 3 people draws global attention, Taiwan has reported 2 deaths from hantavirus infection between January and April this year. Experts said the strain circulating in Taiwan is the Seoul virus, which generally causes relatively mild symptoms, and that most hantaviruses do not spread efficiently from person to person, seeking to allay excessive public concern.
Companies mentioned：中央社網站、美國CDC、世界衛生組織（WHO）、南非國家傳染病研究所（NICD）
High-speed transmission interface chip maker 威鋒 (VIA Labs) said its performance this year is expected to exceed forecasts and grow quarter by quarter, driven by increased shipments to major customers and products entering mass production. It plans to raise prices on some products to offset higher costs.
Companies mentioned：威鋒 (VIA Labs)
Okayama University appointed Associate Professor Ooi Lia vice chair of its UNESCO Chair, effective April 1, 2026. She is the first foreign national among the university’s faculty to take up the post. The appointment aims to strengthen international activities and contribute to building a sustainable society.
Companies mentioned：ナガセヴィータ株式会社
“Verte,” an absorbable bone-regeneration material jointly developed by Nagoya University, Okayama University and Menicon, received medical device approval on February 13, 2026. It helps regenerate areas of bone loss and contributes to better medical care.
Companies mentioned：国立大学法人東海国立大学機構名古屋大学、国立大学法人岡山大学、株式会社メニコン
Okayama University established the Institute for Future Medical Research in April 2026 and held a sign unveiling ceremony on April 6. The institute brings together clinical research, regenerative medicine and radiopharmaceutical research, promoting the development of medical technologies through interdisciplinary collaboration, with the goal of extending healthy life expectancy and reducing medical costs.
The T.League announced the players whose registration has been completed for the 2026-2027 season. The men’s players include those from T.T彩たま, 静岡ジェード and 岡山リベッツ, while the women’s players include those from トップおとめピンポンズ名古屋, 京都カグヤライズ, 日本生命レッドエルフ, 日本ペイントマレッツ and 九州カリーナ.
Companies mentioned：T.T彩たま、静岡ジェード、岡山リベッツ、トップおとめピンポンズ名古屋、京都カグヤライズ、日本生命レッドエルフ、日本ペイントマレッツ、九州カリーナ
Brooklyn Parlor Shinjuku and TOKYO FM’s “MURO presents KING OF DIGGIN’” are teaming up to hold a record culture-focused POP UP event from May 23 to 28, 2026. The “TOKYO RECORD CONVENTION,” one of Japan’s largest record events, will also be held, with a record market and DJ events.
Companies mentioned：TOKYO FM、ブルーノート東京、Breakwell Records、PAYME Archives、Positive Pay For Records、Manhattan Records、Magic Touch、Sure Shot Structures、shibuzochan、SIX OF SPADES、Thank you, Soul、東京コレクターズ、FOURTH WAVE RECORD FACTORY、Yellow Birch Records