# AI News 180m Report｜2026-05-12 15:00–18:00 JST｜Page 4 of 5

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 313 items from 2 sources; Taiwan, 95 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## しの❤️爆食い沖縄女 joins the short-video reporting team

- Published: 2026-05-12T14:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000056.000168208.html
- anchor: #n359593
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ベクトル

株式会社ベクトル announced that しの❤️爆食い沖縄女, who shares trending products mainly through TikTok Shop, has joined its short-video media network, ショート動画取材班. The move is expected to increase product awareness and boost purchase intent.

## [Takara Shuzo] Sho Chiku Bai Shirakabegura Mio <FROZEN> launches [Limited release]

- Published: 2026-05-12T14:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000082.000166337.html
- anchor: #n359592

Takara Shuzo will launch Sho Chiku Bai Shirakabegura Mio <FROZEN>, a new-style frozen sake to be enjoyed frozen, nationwide on June 2. It features fruity sweetness and a crunchy, icy texture, and aims to revitalize the brand.

## That family-friendly event is back! KIDS FES in Saitama to be held May 30 and 31

- Published: 2026-05-12T14:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000094.000096737.html
- anchor: #n359591
- Companies mentioned: FoodFes株式会社、KIDS FES実行委員会

FoodFes株式会社 will hold the family-oriented hands-on event KIDS FES in Saitama for the 2nd time at Saitama Shintoshin Park on May 30 and 31, 2026. A range of free activities will be offered to help children learn through play, including job experiences, workshops, food trucks and a stamp rally.

## Large-scale XR facility IMMERSIVE JOURNEY Nagoya set to reach 50,000 visitors soon! Commemorative stickers and new content announced! <Aichi>

- Published: 2026-05-12T14:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000144.000157222.html
- anchor: #n359590
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社名鉄インプレス、株式会社CinemaLeap、オルセー美術館、Excurio、GEDEON Experiences

The large-scale XR facility IMMERSIVE JOURNEY in Nagoya is set to surpass 50,000 visitors just four months after opening. The facility will distribute commemorative stickers and add new content in July in collaboration with the Musée d'Orsay.

## Vis to make its first appearance at Business Innovation Japan 2026 Spring Tokyo | Held at INTEX Osaka on 5/19-5/20

- Published: 2026-05-12T14:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000280.000058162.html
- anchor: #n359589
- Companies mentioned: ビジネスイノベーション Japan 実行委員会

株式会社ヴィス will exhibit for the first time at Business Innovation Japan 2026 Spring Osaka, taking place at INTEX Osaka from May 20 to 22, 2026. Through consultations on diverse workstyles and office environments, as well as an introduction to WORK DESIGN PLATFORM, the company will support businesses in solving management challenges.

## [PoliPoli Gov (AI beta version)] Launches proof-of-concept with 岐阜市 to collect and analyze data using AI features, with the aim of incorporating citizens' voices into policy

- Published: 2026-05-12T14:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000332.000032735.html
- anchor: #n359588
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社PoliPoli、岐阜市

株式会社PoliPoli has partnered with 岐阜市 to launch a proof-of-concept trial collecting and analyzing public opinion using PoliPoli Gov (AI beta version), equipped with AI features. The project aims to enhance the use of data in policymaking and better reflect citizens' voices in policy.

## Merpay launches new feature that allows payments without adding funds, even when the balance is insufficient

- Published: 2026-05-12T14:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000533.000026386.html
- anchor: #n359587
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社メルペイ、株式会社メルカリ、株式会社ＮＴＴドコモ

Merpay has launched a new feature that automatically covers any shortfall with Merpay Credit when the user's balance or points are insufficient at checkout, preventing awkward moments and enabling seamless payments.

## 【サステナビリティアクション】パーク＆ライドが可能なタイムズパーキング レール＆カーシェアが可能なタイムズカーステーション 5月のオープン情報

- Published: 2026-05-12T14:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000844.000008705.html
- anchor: #n359586

パーク２４株式会社 announced the planned May 2026 openings of 24 park-and-ride parking lots and 92 rail-and-car-share stations that contribute to reducing greenhouse gas emissions. This is part of the company's efforts to contribute to a sustainable society and make travel more convenient.

## KristenseN DU NORD POP UP STORE to be held at Galerie Vie Isetan Shinjuku and Marunouchi stores starting May 13

- Published: 2026-05-12T14:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000916.000050309.html
- anchor: #n359585
- Companies mentioned: KristenseN DU NORD、Dragon、GALERIE VIE

Galerie Vie will hold a POP UP STORE for Danish clothing brand KristenseN DU NORD at its Isetan Shinjuku and Marunouchi stores starting May 13. Along with high-quality clothing, the store will offer styling suggestions featuring Belgian bag brand Dragon.

## SSK begins preorders for umpire shirts and caps for NPB Mother's Day 2026!!

- Published: 2026-05-12T14:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000952.000051499.html
- anchor: #n359584
- Companies mentioned: NPB、一般財団法人全日本野球協会（BFJ）

SSK has begun taking preorders through its official online shop for specially designed pink umpire shirts and caps worn by umpires for NPB Mother's Day 2026. Orders will be accepted from May 11 to 17, with delivery at the end of July.

## JR East Group Drone DX Championship 2026 to be held

- Published: 2026-05-12T14:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001426.000017557.html
- anchor: #n359583
- Companies mentioned: 東日本旅客鉄道株式会社、株式会社Liberaware、CalTa株式会社、九州旅客鉄道株式会社、西日本旅客鉄道株式会社、KDDIスマートドローン株式会社、株式会社神戸製鋼所、東京電力ホールディングス株式会社

JR East will hold the “Drone DX Championship 2026” on June 7, 2026, showcasing innovative applications of drones in inspections of real-world infrastructure, including railway lines and power facilities.

## ミマモルメ to begin developing a link between its “absence and tardiness reporting function” and the school administration support system “スクールマスターZeus” — eliminating the need to transcribe absence and tardiness notifications to help reform teachers’ working practices.

- Published: 2026-05-12T14:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003611.000005180.html
- anchor: #n359582
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ミマモルメ、ウェルダンシステム株式会社、阪神電気鉄道株式会社、阪急阪神ホールディングス株式会社

Hanshin Group subsidiary ミマモルメ will develop an automated absence-reporting function linked to the school administration system “スクールマスターZeus,” aiming to eliminate the burden of manual transcription and improve working practices for teachers and staff.

## Vehicle plunges into ravine during damage inspection on a damaged farm road in Miaoli County’s Zaoqiao; 4 injured and taken to hospital

- Published: 2026-05-12T17:26:21+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202605120204.aspx
- anchor: #n361618
- Companies mentioned: 顧問公司

A vehicle plunged into a valley during a disaster survey in Miaoli County, injuring 4 people. County Agriculture Department staff and a consultant were on board; all were conscious and none suffered life-threatening injuries. Driver inexperience and the narrow road are suspected causes of the accident.

## U.S. police cars also adopt AI imaging; newcomer 禾蒼 to debut on the emerging stock market on the 14th

- Published: 2026-05-12T17:26:19+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605120209.aspx
- anchor: #n361613
- Companies mentioned: 佳能、鑫蘊林科 (Linker Vision)、Nvidia

佳能-backed 禾蒼科技 will list on the Emerging Stock Market on May 14. The company specializes in AI imaging technology and in-vehicle safety controls, supplying more than 50% of its products to the U.S. market. Adoption and testing are underway in U.S. police vehicles and European high-speed rail, as it seeks to expand in Western markets with Edge AI and in-vehicle safety controls.

## 中華郵政全台ATM系統故障無法提款、轉帳 原因調查中

- Published: 2026-05-12T17:25:54+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605120215.aspx
- anchor: #n361607
- Companies mentioned: 中華郵政

A nationwide ATM system outage occurred at 中華郵政 in Taiwan this afternoon, making services such as cash withdrawals and transfers unavailable. The company is investigating the cause.

## Councilor criticizes slapdash filling of rat holes; Taipei Parks Office says inspections will be stepped up

- Published: 2026-05-12T17:24:49+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202605120217.aspx
- anchor: #n361605

A Taipei City councilor criticized the practice of filling rat holes with soil and dead leaves as a “sham” approach to rat control. The city’s Parks and Street Lights Office said it would increase patrols and step up environmental cleanup and enforcement of the ban on feeding. Since February, more than 2000 rat holes have been filled, and the city pledged to continue its efforts.

## Would raising water-rate tiers make large users pay more? Water Resources Agency says the trend is right but no adjustment timetable has been set

- Published: 2026-05-12T17:23:01+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605120213.aspx
- anchor: #n361609
- Companies mentioned: 台水 (台湾水務公司)、經濟部水利署

Taiwan’s Water Resources Agency is considering gradually adjusting water prices, with a view to increasing costs for high-volume users while limiting the impact on ordinary households. However, opinions are divided across society, and no specific timeline for the adjustment has been set.

## April tax revenue totals NT$189.5 billion; securities transaction tax surges 2.1 times, rising for 9 straight months

- Published: 2026-05-12T17:17:47+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605120216.aspx
- anchor: #n361606
- Companies mentioned: 財政部

Taiwan’s 財政部 said nationwide tax revenue in April totaled NT$189.5 billion, up 23% from a year earlier. Securities transaction tax surged to NT$54.6 billion, or 2.1 times the year-earlier level, marking an increase for the 9th consecutive month and reflecting a buoyant stock market.

## Magnitude 5.6 earthquake off eastern Taiwan felt across the island; beware of magnitude 4 or stronger aftershocks within 1 week

- Published: 2026-05-12T17:14:48+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605120211.aspx
- anchor: #n361611
- Companies mentioned: 交通部中央氣象署

台湾東部海域でマグニチュード5.6の地震が発生し、台湾全土で揺れを感じた。気象署地震センターは、今後1週間、マグニチュード4以上の余震に警戒するよう呼びかけている。

## Hsinchu County achieves just 11.1% of its social housing target; county government says work will continue

- Published: 2026-05-12T17:14:43+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202605120214.aspx
- anchor: #n361608
- Companies mentioned: 内政部國土管理署

Hsinchu County councilor 蔡蕥鍹 said the county’s social housing completion rate stood at just 11.1%, and that demand for social housing was high amid soaring home prices. The county government said it would continue to promote the program.

## ASEAN Briefing for May 12, 2026

- Published: 2026-05-12T17:11:36+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605123002.aspx
- anchor: #n361604
- Companies mentioned: F88、胡志明證交所 (HOSE)、新加坡貿工部 (MTI)、馬來西亞股票交易所 (Bursa Malaysia)、泰國米出口商公會、柬埔寨海關總署、印尼汽車工業協會 (GAIKINDO)

The May 12, 2026 ASEAN briefing covers Vietnam’s F88 planning a listing, Singapore allocating 500 million Singapore dollars for high-performance data centers, the Philippines facing a possible 50% plunge in rice production, and Malaysia’s semiconductor listing plans, highlighting regional developments in finance, energy and food security.

## 英業達首季每股賺0.68元寫6年新高 伺服器占比將破5成

- Published: 2026-05-12T17:09:38+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605120212.aspx
- anchor: #n361610

英業達は第1四半期に1株あたり0.68台湾ドルを稼ぎ、6年ぶりの高水準を記録しました。サーバー事業の売上高は今年、総売上高の50%を超える見込みで、同社の主要な成長エンジンとなるでしょう。

## Taiwan drone budget cut; retired Australian general says risk of China cutting off supplies has increased

- Published: 2026-05-12T17:07:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202605120205.aspx
- anchor: #n361617

Retired Australian Army Maj. Gen. Mick Ryan warned that cuts to Taiwan’s budget for domestically developed drones could increase reliance on U.S.-made weapons and heighten the risk of supply disruptions by China. He also said China’s denial of the Taiwan Strait median line poses a serious problem for regional security.

## 王薀 sentenced to 12 years in Taipei retreat murder case; victim’s family says sentence is too light

- Published: 2026-05-12T17:06:34+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202605120210.aspx
- anchor: #n361612

Writer 王薀, whose real name is 王江鎮, was sentenced to 12 years in prison in a fatal assault case at a Taipei City religious retreat center. The victim’s family said the sentence was too lenient. The case, which has drawn public attention, involved 王薀, a spiritual leader in a religious group, coercing and assaulting a follower, who later died.

## 宇樹 unveils world’s first passenger-carrying transforming mech, starting at NT$18 million

- Published: 2026-05-12T17:04:30+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ait/202605120208.aspx
- anchor: #n361614
- Companies mentioned: 宇樹科技 (Unitree)、界面新聞

China’s 宇樹科技 unveiled the world’s first rideable transforming mech, the “GD01.” The mech can carry one person while walking and transform into a quadruped form. It is priced at about NT$18 million in China (about 3.9 million yuan, or US$650,000 overseas). The company emphasized that humanoid robots still have limitations.

## 新台幣貶6.5分 收31.48元

- Published: 2026-05-12T17:04:28+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605120207.aspx
- anchor: #n361615

5月12日の台北外国為替市場では、新台湾ドルが対米ドルで6.5分下落し、1米ドル＝31.48元で取引を終えました。この日の取引総額は24.37億米ドルでした。

## Japan captured 14,000 bears in the past fiscal year; more than 99% were culled

- Published: 2026-05-12T17:03:26+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605120206.aspx
- anchor: #n361616
- Companies mentioned: 読売新聞、共同社、岩手放送（IBC）

According to Japan’s Environment Ministry, bear sightings in fiscal 2025 reached a record 50,776. More than 99% of the 14,720 bears captured were culled. Bear attacks on people also hit a record, with 238 victims and 13 deaths, prompting calls for warnings to local residents.

## Hsinchu volunteer police donate 200 cakes and face masks to thank healthcare workers

- Published: 2026-05-12T16:56:23+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202605120199.aspx
- anchor: #n361535
- Companies mentioned: 新竹台大分院新竹醫院

The Hsinchu City Volunteer Police Battalion gave cakes and 200 sets of sheet masks to nurses at the Hsinchu Hospital of National Taiwan University Hospital’s Hsinchu Branch, recognizing their round-the-clock care for patients. The battalion chief said the gesture conveyed gratitude and respect for nurses and underscored the importance of supporting healthcare workers across society.

## Elusive Formosan black bears difficult to observe; documentary unveils the raptor’s mysterious world

- Published: 2026-05-12T16:56:18+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605120192.aspx
- anchor: #n361542
- Companies mentioned: 緯創人文基金會

Yushan National Park Headquarters is conducting ecological research on the endangered Mountain Hawk-Eagle, collecting data on its activity patterns and breeding behavior. With support from the 緯創人文基金会, it also livestreamed a Mountain Hawk-Eagle nest, attracting more than 150,000 viewers. The documentary “Fly! Mountain Hawk-Eagle,” based on the research, will be released on May 15.

## Taiwan ranks 5th globally in port controls, with no detentions for 2 straight years

- Published: 2026-05-12T16:55:22+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605120190.aspx
- anchor: #n361544
- Companies mentioned: 交通部航港局、財団法人驗船中心（CR）

Taiwan ranked 5th worldwide in the Tokyo MOU’s Port State Control Performance Report 2025, achieving “zero detentions” for the 2nd consecutive year. The result demonstrates compliance with international ship-management standards.

## Australian man goes missing in the mountains; Taitung police and firefighters find him on a cliff but cannot reach him

- Published: 2026-05-12T16:54:17+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202605120203.aspx
- anchor: #n361531
- Companies mentioned: 消防局

An Australian man went missing in the mountains of Taitung County, apparently after an argument with his wife. Firefighters located him using a drone, but rescuing him is difficult because he is in a cave on a steep cliff.

## President: Three-shift nurse-to-patient ratios to be implemented in phases in 116; medical workforce task force to be established

- Published: 2026-05-12T16:52:15+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605120202.aspx
- anchor: #n361532

Taiwan President Lai Ching-te announced that legislation on nurse-to-patient ratios across three shifts would be implemented in phases starting May 20, 2027, to improve nurses’ working conditions. He also instructed the Ministry of Health and Welfare to establish a medical workforce research and development group.

## On whether he will play a 24th season, James says it hinges on whether he continues pursuing top-level performance

- Published: 2026-05-12T16:50:13+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202605120201.aspx
- anchor: #n361533
- Companies mentioned: ロサンゼルス・レイカーズ、オクラホマシティ・サンダー

After the ロサンゼルス・レイカーズ were eliminated from the NBA playoffs, LeBron James said he planned to consider his future. Whether he enters his 24th season will depend on whether he remains motivated to pursue top-level performance.

## Fishermen accidentally catch 200-kg leatherback turtle off Dongshi; Coast Guard rescues and releases it

- Published: 2026-05-12T16:47:57+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605120193.aspx
- anchor: #n361541
- Companies mentioned: 海洋保育署、海巡署中部分署第四岸巡隊、海生館獸醫團隊

Fishermen accidentally caught a 200-kg leatherback turtle off Waisandingzhou in Dongshi waters, Chiayi County. The Ocean Conservation Administration identified it as a Category I protected animal. The turtle had only minor scrapes and bruises. The Coast Guard successfully rescued and released it, marking the agency’s first successful live-animal rescue since its establishment.

## Taichung man pretends to mail shoes but actually sends a bank card; police thwart scam that nearly made him a money mule

- Published: 2026-05-12T16:46:11+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202605120200.aspx
- anchor: #n361534

A scam group in Taichung City tried to trick a man into mailing his bank card and PIN under the pretext of a loan application. A police officer grew suspicious and intervened, preventing the man from becoming a money mule.

## ‘Wild Adventures in East Kaohsiung’ launches 6 itineraries to explore the charm of the mountain towns

- Published: 2026-05-12T16:41:15+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202605120189.aspx
- anchor: #n361545
- Companies mentioned: 高雄市觀光局

The Kaohsiung City Tourism Bureau announced “Wild East Kaohsiung mini tours,” offering 6 themed tours, with 20 trips in total, for an immersive experience of the mountain towns of eastern Kaohsiung. The tours feature Indigenous culture, ecosystems and local crafts, and aim to promote sustainable regional tourism.

## Trump-Xi meeting imminent; Chinese scholar says Trump needs China’s help on many issues

- Published: 2026-05-12T16:41:06+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202605120198.aspx
- anchor: #n361536

Ahead of U.S. President Donald Trump’s visit to China, Fudan University professor Wu Xinbo said the United States is prioritizing economic and trade issues, while China regards the Taiwan issue as its top priority. He added that Trump is seeking China’s cooperation on many issues.

## Changhua Christian Hospital president targeted in fake, misleading ads; hospital gathers evidence and warns public not to be scammed

- Published: 2026-05-12T16:41:04+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202605120197.aspx
- anchor: #n361537
- Companies mentioned: 彰化基督教醫院

陳穆寬, superintendent of Changhua Christian Hospital, was used in a fabricated false advertisement created with AI technology. The hospital is gathering evidence through its legal department. It said doctors are prohibited from endorsing commercial advertisements and urged the public to beware of scams.

## Man in his 50s diagnosed with melioidosis after splenic abscess; 19 cases this year, above the same period in the past 4 years

- Published: 2026-05-12T16:41:02+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605120196.aspx
- anchor: #n361538
- Companies mentioned: 衛生福利部疾病管制署

A man in his 50s in Taiwan was diagnosed with melioidosis accompanied by a splenic abscess, bringing the number of domestic cases so far this year to 19, up from the same period in each of the past 4 years. The man, who has diabetes, developed a severe illness but recovered after about 1 month in hospital.

## 蕭景田 tells 魏平政 to head north; cannot speak for whether nomination will be made on the 13th

- Published: 2026-05-12T16:39:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202605120195.aspx
- anchor: #n361539
- Companies mentioned: 中國國民黨、民主進步黨

KMT Changhua County chapter chairman 蕭景田 speculated that the party’s Central Standing Committee may nominate lawyer 魏平政 to run for Changhua County magistrate and has told him to head north. 蕭景田 said the final decision rests with party headquarters and he cannot answer on its behalf.

## WHA set to open; civic groups announce plans to hold an international forum in Geneva

- Published: 2026-05-12T16:37:58+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202605120194.aspx
- anchor: #n361540
- Companies mentioned: 世台聯合基金會

Ahead of the World Health Assembly (WHA), 世台聯合基金會 and Taiwanese legislators announced plans to hold an international forum in Geneva, Switzerland, to showcase civil society’s contributions to global health.

## Woman troubled for years by neurofibromatosis finds pain relief through cross-specialty surgery by Chiayi Christian Hospital team

- Published: 2026-05-12T16:34:52+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605120191.aspx
- anchor: #n361543
- Companies mentioned: 嘉義基督教醫院

A medical team at Chiayi Christian Hospital removed a tumor during a 12-hour multidisciplinary operation, relieving a 41-year-old woman of pain caused by neurofibromatosis that had plagued her for years and helping her return to a pain-free life. The success highlights the importance of team-based care in treating rare diseases.

## National Synchrotron Radiation Research Center develops new catalyst to improve green ammonia conversion efficiency

- Published: 2026-05-12T16:31:45+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ait/202605120188.aspx
- anchor: #n361546
- Companies mentioned: 國家同步輻射研究中心、澳洲科廷大學

國輻中心 and Australia’s Curtin University jointly developed a new catalyst, ternary copper cobalt nitride with an anti-perovskite structure (CuNCo3). It substantially improves the efficiency and stability of converting nitrates into green ammonia, contributing to wastewater treatment and the energy transition to green ammonia. It achieves 100% ammonia production efficiency at low voltage and low energy consumption.

## Poll on goals of U.S.-Iran war: 2/3 of Americans say Trump has not clearly explained them

- Published: 2026-05-12T16:28:43+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605120187.aspx
- anchor: #n361547
- Companies mentioned: 路透社 (Reuters)、益普索 (Ipsos)

A Reuters/Ipsos poll found that 2 out of 3 Americans believe President Trump has not clearly explained the goals of the war with Iran. The survey also pointed to concerns about soaring oil prices and blame being directed at Republicans.

## Printing ink ingredient supplies run short; Calbee potato chip packaging switches to black and white

- Published: 2026-05-12T16:26:52+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605120170.aspx
- anchor: #n359851
- Companies mentioned: カルビー、伊藤ハム米久ホールディングス

Amid shortages of petrochemical raw materials caused by escalating tensions in the Middle East, Japanese confectionery giant カルビー will switch the packaging of 14 of its key products, including potato chips, to black-and-white designs. The move highlights supply-chain vulnerabilities and growing environmental awareness.

## Offshoot in Taoyuan police corruption case: investigator detained over alleged design of gambling software

- Published: 2026-05-12T16:23:41+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202605120186.aspx
- anchor: #n359835
- Companies mentioned: 桃園市政府警察局、法務部調査局、桃園地檢署、桃園市調查處、資訊公司

桃園市警局の汚職事件の捜査で、法務部調査局の調査官がオンライン賭博グループのために賭博ソフトウェアを開発し、報酬を受け取っていたことが判明しました。この調査官は逮捕され、勾留が認められています。

## 518 International Museum Day: 6 New Taipei museums and 1 park offer free admission

- Published: 2026-05-12T16:16:17+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202605120180.aspx
- anchor: #n359841
- Companies mentioned: 新北市文化局、淡水古蹟博物館、十三行博物館、鶯歌陶瓷博物館、黄金博物館、坪林茶業博物館、國定古蹟林本源園邸、新北市美術館、朱銘美術館、世界宗教博物館

The 新北市文化局 announced that 6 public museums in New Taipei City and the Lin Family Mansion and Garden will open free of charge in observance of International Museum Day on May 18. The initiative is part of the “New Taipei Culture Friendly Year” and aims to make museums places for everyone to gather and interact.

## Trump-Xi meeting set to take place; KMT puts forward 4 demands and urges government to prepare response and plans

- Published: 2026-05-12T16:15:39+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202605120185.aspx
- anchor: #n359836
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、國民黨團、行政院、立法院、外交部、國安會

The Kuomintang caucus presented the government with 4 demands ahead of the Trump-Xi meeting: submit a national security risk assessment report, have President Lai Ching-te hold a press conference, have the 外交部 and the National Security Council consider diplomatic contingency plans, and have the 行政院 activate a mechanism to address industrial impacts. The demands reflect concerns about how changes in US-China relations after the meeting could affect Taiwan.

## Kaohsiung police officer reprimanded after accidentally firing gun while clearing it; station chief also receives a warning

- Published: 2026-05-12T16:11:36+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202605120184.aspx
- anchor: #n359837
- Companies mentioned: 高雄市政府警察局鹽埕分局

A police officer from the Yancheng Precinct of the Kaohsiung City Police Department accidentally fired a live round while cleaning. No one was injured, but the officer received 1 demerit and the precinct chief received 2 reprimands. The police department plans to strengthen training to prevent a recurrence.

## Magnitude 5.6 earthquake off eastern Taiwan; maximum intensity of 4 in Hualien and Taitung

- Published: 2026-05-12T16:11:30+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605120182.aspx
- anchor: #n359839
- Companies mentioned: 交通部中央気象署、中央社

A magnitude 5.6 earthquake struck waters off eastern Taiwan, with a maximum intensity of 4 recorded in Taitung and Hualien counties. The quake occurred at 2:53 p.m. today at a depth of 22.9 kilometers.

## Government to procure 7.05 million flu vaccine doses this year; Taiwan first in Asia to include enhanced vaccine

- Published: 2026-05-12T16:07:15+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605120173.aspx
- anchor: #n359848
- Companies mentioned: 衛生福利部疾病管制署、国光生物科技股份有限公司、荷商葛蘭素史克藥廠股份有限公司台灣分公司、裕利股份有限公司、賽諾菲股份有限公司、台灣東洋藥品工業股份有限公司、高端疫苗生物製劑股份有限公司

Taiwan’s 衛生福利部疾病管制署 announced that it will procure 7.05 million publicly funded trivalent influenza vaccine doses this year. Notably, it has decided to include an enhanced influenza vaccine in its publicly funded vaccination program for the first time in Asia.

## Flood detention pond compensation project at Shilong Creek on Freeway 7 begins; expected completion by year-end

- Published: 2026-05-12T16:06:34+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202605120177.aspx
- anchor: #n359844
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、交通部高公局、高雄市水利局

The 高雄市水利局 has started construction of the “National Route 7 Kaohsiung Section New Construction Project Shilong Creek Flood Detention Compensation Facility” as a flood-control measure for the Renwu area, in coordination with the 交通部高公局’s “National Route 7 Kaohsiung Section New Construction Project.” The work is scheduled for completion by the end of the year and will increase storage capacity by about 43,000 tons by deepening the detention pond at Renwu Industrial Park by 2 meters.

## 史哲 showcases bidet toilet in new HSR train; dedicated sink has a curtain

- Published: 2026-05-12T16:06:34+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605120183.aspx
- anchor: #n359838
- Companies mentioned: 台灣高鐵

Taiwan High Speed Rail announced comfort-enhancing features for its new N700ST trains, including bidet seats in the toilets and curtains at dedicated washbasins for passengers to use while touching up their makeup. The new trains will arrive in Taiwan in August and are scheduled to begin entering service in stages from the middle of next year.

## Trump to visit China for first time in 9 years; scholar says U.S.-China relations have fundamentally changed

- Published: 2026-05-12T16:06:32+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202605120176.aspx
- anchor: #n359845
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、北京清華大学

Former US President Trump visited China for the first time in 9 years, and Chinese scholars said US-China relations have undergone a qualitative change. The Trump-Xi meeting is seen as likely to produce results in trade and economic affairs, while major changes on the Taiwan issue are not expected.

## Nangan Township Office seeks to improve pay allowances; Examination Yuan says proposal will be considered in system review

- Published: 2026-05-12T16:06:25+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202605120175.aspx
- anchor: #n359846
- Companies mentioned: 考試院、連江縣南竿鄉公所

Examination Yuan Vice President Hsu Shu-hsiang visited the Nangan Township Office in Lienchiang County and held a roundtable on 13 personnel-related proposals, including organizational rankings, flexibility in staffing, and optimizing compensation. The 考試院 said the proposals would serve as an important reference for future policy reviews.

## Three major institutional investors sell a net NT$12.713 billion in Taiwan stocks

- Published: 2026-05-12T16:05:30+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605120181.aspx
- anchor: #n359840

台湾株式市場は本日108.26ポイント上昇し、41898.32ポイントで取引を終え、取引額は新台幣1兆3789.84億元でした。三大法人（外資・陸資、自営商）は売り越し、投信は買い越しとなり、合計で127.13億元の売り越しとなりました。

## Yangxin Cup youth baseball: Taichung’s 陳昶叡 holds firm with confidence and does not let victory slip away

- Published: 2026-05-12T16:02:26+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202605120179.aspx
- anchor: #n359842
- Companies mentioned: 陽信銀行

Taichung City defeated Taoyuan City 4-3 in the final of the Yangxin Cup Youth Baseball Tournament to claim the title. Left-handed pitcher Chen Chang-rui gave up 2 runs over 2.1 innings and earned a save, helping secure the win. He spoke about his personal growth and contribution to the team.

## DPP caucus: We will continue to monitor Trump-Xi meeting; Taiwan-U.S. ties are underpinned by the Taiwan Relations Act

- Published: 2026-05-12T16:00:24+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202605120178.aspx
- anchor: #n359843
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、民進黨立法院黨團、美國國務院、台灣電力

The 民進黨立法院黨團 said it would continue to follow Taiwan-related issues and the US-China trade war at the Trump-Xi meeting scheduled for the 14th. It emphasized that Taiwan and the United States are supported by the Taiwan Relations Act and that the caucus would work closely with the United States to contribute to regional security and stability.

## Lakers swept and eliminated; Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scores 35 as Thunder advance to Western Conference finals

- Published: 2026-05-12T15:56:15+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202605120174.aspx
- anchor: #n359847
- Companies mentioned: オクラホマシティ・サンダー、ロサンゼルス・レイカーズ、フェニックス・サンズ、サンアントニオ・スパーズ、ミネソタ・ティンバーウルブズ

NBA西區準決勝でオクラホマシティ・サンダーがロサンゼルス・レイカーズを115-110で破り、シリーズを4勝0敗でスイープし西區決勝に進出しました。レイカーズのレブロン・ジェームズのキャリア最終戦となる可能性が報じられています。

## Three-shift nurse-to-patient ratios to take effect ahead of schedule; Lai Ching-te says phased implementation in 116

- Published: 2026-05-12T15:56:07+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605120166.aspx
- anchor: #n359769

Taiwan President Lai Ching-te announced at an International Nurses Day celebration that the start date for the “three-shift nurse-to-patient ratio” system would be brought forward from May 1, 2028, to May 20, 2027, with implementation phased in. The decision followed dissatisfaction voiced by some nursing groups over the 2-year grace period.

## Pingtung inspects medical institutions; no pinhole cameras found at 13 sites

- Published: 2026-05-12T15:54:11+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202605120172.aspx
- anchor: #n359849
- Companies mentioned: 屏東研醫明、視康診所、研醫明醫美診所 (台南)、高雄吳家明眼科 (研醫明整形美容)

After a suspected pinhole camera incident at a beauty clinic in Tainan, the Pingtung County Health Bureau conducted emergency inspections of 13 medical institutions in the county but found no pinhole devices. The bureau stressed that medical institutions must strictly protect patients’ privacy.

## AI-related momentum lifts broader market; Japan stocks close higher

- Published: 2026-05-12T15:54:09+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605120171.aspx
- anchor: #n359850

Tokyo stocks closed higher, lifted by gains in AI-related shares. The continued enthusiasm for AI themes pushed up the broader market, offsetting weakness in consumer retail stocks amid sluggish domestic spending.

## Taichung wins Yangxin Cup youth baseball title for a second straight year and earns Little League berth; 葉壘 named MVP

- Published: 2026-05-12T15:54:05+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202605120169.aspx
- anchor: #n359766
- Companies mentioned: 陽信銀行 (Sunny Bank)

Taichung City defeated Taoyuan City 4-3 at the Yangxin Bank Cup Youth Baseball Tournament to win the title for a second consecutive year. The team earned the right to represent the Asia-Pacific region at the Pony youth baseball tournament, and player Yeh Lei was named MVP. The head coach vowed that the team would continue to improve.

## Ørsted’s Greater Changhua Southeast and Southwest Phase 1 wind farms generate a cumulative 7 billion kWh

- Published: 2026-05-12T15:53:02+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605120168.aspx
- anchor: #n359767

Since beginning operations in April 2024, Ørsted’s Greater Changhua Southeast and Southwest Phase 1 offshore wind farms have generated a cumulative 7 billion kilowatt-hours of electricity, helping cut carbon dioxide emissions by 3.31 million tons. They are Taiwan’s largest remote offshore wind farms and are known for their high safety and operational efficiency.

## Students fall ill during outdoor lesson at Taoyuan’s Pingzhen Junior High; samples test positive for norovirus

- Published: 2026-05-12T15:51:14+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202605120162.aspx
- anchor: #n359773
- Companies mentioned: 剣湖山渡假大飯店

桃園市平鎮国民中学の生徒と教師70名が、4月に剣湖山渡假大飯店での食事後に体調不良を訴え、雲林県衛生局の検査で5名からノロウイルスが検出された。食品からは微量の黄色ブドウ球菌が検出されたが、食中毒は初歩的に除外され、専門家によるさらなる調査が行われる。

## Yua Mikami wins by a landslide; TPBL names its most popular cheerleader of the year

- Published: 2026-05-12T15:47:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202605120167.aspx
- anchor: #n359768
- Companies mentioned: TPBL (台湾プロバスケットボール大連盟)、福爾摩沙夢想家 (Formosa Dreamers)、台北台新戦神 (Taishin Wonders)、新竹御嵿攻城獅 (Muse Girls)

The TPBL announced the 2025-26 season’s most popular cheerleader, as chosen by fan vote. Formosa Dreamers cheerleader Yua Mikami of Formosa Sexy took first place with 7812 votes. She has contributed to the team with her popularity and professionalism.

## Tainan’s Longci revitalizes space beneath an overpass to create a mountain-town-themed park

- Published: 2026-05-12T15:46:15+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202605120159.aspx
- anchor: #n359776

The Tainan City Government has revitalized the space beneath a pedestrian bridge in Longqi District by building the “Tree Cube Rest Area,” an inclusive play space for all ages featuring bamboo design elements and the natural terrain. The project creates a distinctive space for the mountain town and promotes local leisure tourism.

## 賴瑞隆 unveils main campaign visual and policy platform; 柯志恩 urges him to state his energy choice

- Published: 2026-05-12T15:44:56+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202605120165.aspx
- anchor: #n359770
- Companies mentioned: 清華大學、陽明交通大學

Lai Jui-lung, the Democratic Progressive Party’s candidate for Kaohsiung mayor, unveiled his campaign’s main visual and policies on semiconductors and AI computing power. Kuomintang candidate Ko Chih-en said the policies were similar but stressed that clear energy choices were needed to ensure a stable power supply.

## 張又俠 purged; NYT says it was because he opposed Xi Jinping’s promotion of 張升民

- Published: 2026-05-12T15:42:54+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202605120164.aspx
- anchor: #n359771
- Companies mentioned: ニューヨーク・タイムズ、中国戦略グループ

ニューヨーク・タイムズの報道によると、習近平国家主席と人民解放軍の関係を分析する中で、張又侠（中央軍事委員会副主席）の失脚は、習近平が張升民（軍事委員会委員）を副主席に昇格させようとしたことに張又侠らが反対したことが発端だと報じられた。

## EBRD annual meeting set to open; Foreign Ministry says Taiwan representative to the U.K. 姚金祥 will lead delegation

- Published: 2026-05-12T15:41:52+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202605120163.aspx
- anchor: #n359772
- Companies mentioned: 欧州復興開発銀行（EBRD）

外交部国際組織司の張芝颯副司長は、6月にラトビアで開催される欧州復興開発銀行（EBRD）年次総会に、台湾が姚金祥駐英国代表を団長として派遣すると発表した。財政部、中央銀行、国合会からも人員が参加し、台湾企業の欧州市場開拓支援を目的としている。

## 翁章梁: Cuts to military procurement budget could leave Taiwan’s drone development lagging

- Published: 2026-05-12T15:35:48+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202605120161.aspx
- anchor: #n359774
- Companies mentioned: 長栄航太、中光電、雷虎科技、経緯航太、中山科学研究院

After Taiwan’s Legislative Yuan removed funding for drone development from the military special act, Chiayi County Magistrate Weng Chang-liang voiced concern that Taiwan’s drone industry would develop more slowly and lose international competitiveness. He said the impact would be especially significant for mass production, automated production lines, technology development and workforce training.

## New air-conditioned management office for Nantou’s Puli cleaning crew; no more sweltering like an oven in summer

- Published: 2026-05-12T15:35:45+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202605120160.aspx
- anchor: #n359775

The Puli Township cleaning team in Nantou County rebuilt its aging office themselves, completing a new facility equipped with air conditioning and a water dispenser. The upgrade has greatly improved the team’s working environment and alleviated the summer heat and other inconveniences.

## 貿聯-KY首季每股賺11.66元 毛利率跌破3成

- Published: 2026-05-12T15:30:41+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605120158.aspx
- anchor: #n359777
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、貿聯-KY

貿聯-KY reported first-quarter revenue of NT$20.863 billion, a record high, while its gross margin fell to 28.76%, below 30%. Growth in its HPC and industrial businesses drove performance, but the transition between old and new platforms weighed on gross margin.

## China’s central bank: Closely monitoring impact of imported inflation on economy

- Published: 2026-05-12T15:28:39+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202605120157.aspx
- anchor: #n359778
- Companies mentioned: 中国人民銀行、國際能源總署 (IEA)

The 中国人民銀行 said rising international crude oil prices due to the situation in the Middle East were affecting China’s price indicators and warned of external inflationary pressures. It said it would seek to maintain liquidity and stabilize the yuan’s exchange rate.

## APEC trade ministers’ meeting to be held in Suzhou, China; 楊珍妮 to lead delegation

- Published: 2026-05-12T15:24:37+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202605120156.aspx
- anchor: #n359690

The 2026 APEC Trade Ministers’ Meeting will be held in Suzhou, China, and Taiwan will send a delegation led by Minister without Portfolio Yang Jen-ni. Taiwan is asserting its right to equal treatment within APEC despite pressure from China.

## Registration opens for Taipei City Road Race; event to start in front of Presidential Office on 9/6

- Published: 2026-05-12T15:23:35+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202605120155.aspx
- anchor: #n359691
- Companies mentioned: Panasonic、中華民國文化休閒運動協會

2026年Panasonic台北城市路跑賽が9月6日に総統府前で開催され、本日よりエントリーが開始されました。今年は「小緑人」のピクセルスタイルから日本漫画風のビジュアルに進化し、12.5kmと3kmの2部門が設けられています。

## Taiwan stocks challenge 42,000 points for 4th straight day; swing 781 points before closing up 108

- Published: 2026-05-12T15:21:33+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605120154.aspx
- anchor: #n359692
- Companies mentioned: 台積電、台達電、聯發科、鴻海、眾達-KY、聯鈞、聯亞、光環、IET-KY、上詮、大立光、群創、友達、彩晶、主動統一升級50 (00403A)、英特爾、蘋果、群益投顧

Driven by the AI boom and strong earnings from technology companies, Taiwan stocks hit a record intraday high of 42253.42 before closing up 108.26 points at 41898.32. The market has stayed above 42000 points for 4 consecutive days, with TSMC, optical communications-related stocks and panel makers performing well.

## 卓榮泰 says 3 pieces of military procurement puzzle must not be missing; TPP caucus says to prepare report first

- Published: 2026-05-12T15:20:31+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202605120153.aspx
- anchor: #n359693

行政院長卓榮泰は軍購の3つの要素が不可欠であると述べ、国内軍工産業の自律的発展を迅速に満たすための最適な方法を模索すると表明しました。これに対し、民衆党団総召の陳清龍は、卓榮泰が専門報告を準備し、立法院での報告を早急に行うべきだと主張しています。

## U.S. sanctions 4 Hong Kong companies, accusing them of helping Iran sell oil to China

- Published: 2026-05-12T15:20:28+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202605120152.aspx
- anchor: #n359694
- Companies mentioned: Hong Kong Blue Ocean Ltd、Hong Kong Sanmu Ltd、Jiandi HK Ltd、Max Honor International Trade Co Ltd、星島日報

The U.S. Treasury Department imposed sanctions on several individuals and entities, including 4 Hong Kong companies, for supporting sales of Iranian crude oil to China. The move is part of an effort to strengthen U.S. sanctions against Iran.

## 金車基金會攜外籍志工 助台南安業國小雙語教學

- Published: 2026-05-12T15:20:26+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605120151.aspx
- anchor: #n359695
- Companies mentioned: 金車基金會、台灣國際青年文化交流協會、俊逸文教基金會、台南市安業國小

The King Car Foundation partnered with the Taiwan International Youth Cultural Exchange Association to send foreign volunteers to Anyeh Elementary School in Tainan to support bilingual education. The effort aims to narrow the education gap between urban and rural areas and build students’ confidence in English and international outlook.

## Kyiv attacked by drones; Zelenskyy says Russia has no intention of ending the war

- Published: 2026-05-12T15:19:24+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605120150.aspx
- anchor: #n359696
- Companies mentioned: 路透社、法新社

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Russia had no intention of ending the war and urged the public to prepare for new attacks. Kyiv came under a drone attack after the ceasefire agreement period ended.

## On clinic suspected of secretly filming patients, NTU College of Medicine dean 吳明賢 says it is unacceptable

- Published: 2026-05-12T15:18:22+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605120149.aspx
- anchor: #n359697
- Companies mentioned: 愛爾麗集團、聖宜診所、光澤診所

After covert recording scandals emerged at several beauty clinics, Wu Ming-hsien, dean of the National Taiwan University College of Medicine, criticized the industry for prioritizing commercial interests and engaging in conduct that violates professional ethics. He said violations of patient privacy are unacceptable and pointed to the need for legislation to address systemic problems.

## 3.5 million pages of Epstein case documents go on brief display, revealing years-long ties with Trump

- Published: 2026-05-12T15:17:38+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605120136.aspx
- anchor: #n359710
- Companies mentioned: 第一事実研究所、中央社

In New York, 第一事実研究所 is publicly exhibiting files related to the Epstein case, spanning about 3.5 million pages. The exhibition focuses on Donald Trump’s longstanding ties to the case and aims to demand accountability for corruption and raise public awareness.

## NPP urges no delay in three-shift nurse-to-patient ratios; implement before International Nurses Day next year

- Published: 2026-05-12T15:17:20+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202605120148.aspx
- anchor: #n359698
- Companies mentioned: 時代力量、台灣基進、小民參政歐巴桑聯盟、台灣綠黨、衛生福利部

Taiwan’s 時代力量 party called on 衛生福利部 to bring forward implementation of the 三班護病比 (nurse-to-patient ratio across shifts) to International Nurses Day next year. Nursing groups and hospital labor unions have voiced dissatisfaction with the current plan to implement it starting May 1, 2028, and the party expressed concern about delays in the policy and an opaque inspection system.

## Evacuation from hantavirus-hit cruise ship completed; Hondius returns to the Netherlands for disinfection

- Published: 2026-05-12T15:16:26+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605120140.aspx
- anchor: #n359706
- Companies mentioned: 世界衛生組織 (WHO)

The luxury cruise ship Hondius, affected by hantavirus infections, completed the evacuation of its last passengers and some crew members and headed to the Netherlands for disinfection. WHO opted for disembarkation and evacuation, weighing public safety against passengers’ mental health.

## Civic groups reveal Control Yuan investigation report, urge pause in 추진ing high-speed rail extension to Yilan

- Published: 2026-05-12T15:16:18+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605120147.aspx
- anchor: #n359699

The civic group 公民幫推 released an investigative report by the Control Yuan, pointing to major procedural flaws and environmental assessment issues in the high-speed rail extension plan to Yilan. It called for the plan to be suspended temporarily and reassessed. The Railway Bureau said the plan was proceeding in accordance with the law.

## 貿聯-KY subsidiary to increase capital for Vietnam plant, investing US$13.4 million

- Published: 2026-05-12T15:15:56+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605123001.aspx
- anchor: #n359689
- Companies mentioned: BizLink Speedy Pte. Ltd.、BizLink Technology (Vietnam) Co., Ltd.

貿聯-KY announced that its key subsidiary BizLink Speedy Pte. Ltd. will invest an additional US$13.4 million in its Vietnam plant, BizLink Technology (Vietnam) Co., Ltd. The investment will be funded by the company’s own resources and is part of its strategy to expand its business in Southeast Asia.

## Budget increased for elevated walkway connecting to a linear park across Civic Boulevard; completion estimated by end of 2029

- Published: 2026-05-12T15:13:16+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202605120146.aspx
- anchor: #n359700
- Companies mentioned: 台北捷運公司、台北市新工處、國光客運

The construction cost of Taipei Metro’s planned linear park skybridge crossing Civic Boulevard rose by NT$300 million after a design change prompted by the relocation of Kuo-Kuang Motor Transport, bringing the total to NT$1.11 billion. The project aims to be completed by the end of 2029.

## 黃重諺: Not concerned about Trump-Xi meeting; U.S. has already stated its Taiwan policy remains unchanged

- Published: 2026-05-12T15:12:14+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202605120145.aspx
- anchor: #n359701
- Companies mentioned: 美國在台協會 (AIT)

Huang Chung-yen, a National Security Council advisory committee member, said Taiwan and the United States had coordinated closely during the review of the special military procurement bill. He stressed that strengthening Taiwan’s defenses is essential not only for security but also for stability along the First Island Chain. On the Trump-Xi meeting, he said he was not concerned at all because the United States had made clear it would not change its policy toward Taiwan.

## After Japanese prime minister’s remarks on a Taiwan contingency, Japanese cabinet member may visit China for first time

- Published: 2026-05-12T15:11:11+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605120144.aspx
- anchor: #n359702
- Companies mentioned: 日本放送協会（NHK）、共同社、日中経済協会、日本経済団体連合会（経団連）、日本商工会議所

Japan’s minister in charge of child policy, Hitoshi Kawakida, announced that he is arranging to attend the APEC Women and the Economy Forum in Shanghai. If the visit goes ahead, it will be the first visit to China by a Japanese cabinet minister since Sanae Takaichi’s remarks on a “Taiwan contingency.”

## Three-shift nurse-to-patient ratios to become law; 鄭麗文 says KMT will stand behind nursing staff

- Published: 2026-05-12T15:10:09+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202605120143.aspx
- anchor: #n359703

Taiwan’s Legislative Yuan formally added the 三班護病比 (nurse-to-patient ratio across shifts) to the Medical Care Act. KMT Chair Cheng Li-wun welcomed the move and pledged continued support for better nurse compensation and higher medical standards. The system is scheduled to take effect on May 1, 2028.

## India’s Tamil Nadu state government bans alcohol sales near schools and temples

- Published: 2026-05-12T15:08:07+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605120142.aspx
- anchor: #n359704
- Companies mentioned: タミル・ナードゥ州マーケティング公社

After movie star Vijay took office as chief minister in India’s Tamil Nadu state, he announced a new rule requiring the closure within 2 weeks of 717 government-run liquor stores located within 500 meters of schools, religious facilities and stations. The measure is intended to tighten regulation of alcohol sales and address public concerns.

## Environment Ministry: Carbon pricing is primarily intended to drive industrial emissions cuts, not market trading volume

- Published: 2026-05-12T15:08:05+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605120141.aspx
- anchor: #n359705

台湾環境部は、炭素価格設定制度の主目的が産業の排出削減を促進することであり、炭素市場の取引量ではないと強調した。炭素費は今年5月末までに排出量に応じて徴収され、2027年から2028年には排出量取引制度の試行導入も計画されている。

## 5月台股期指跌274點

- Published: 2026-05-12T15:07:01+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605120139.aspx
- anchor: #n359707
- Companies mentioned: 台灣期貨交易所

5月の台湾株価指数先物取引は274ポイント下落し、現物指数と比較して203.32ポイントの逆プレミアムを示しました。台北株式市場は108.26ポイント上昇して41898.32ポイントで取引を終えましたが、先物市場は下落しました。

## 5月電子期金融期齊跌

- Published: 2026-05-12T15:02:59+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605120138.aspx
- anchor: #n359708

台北株式市場は上昇したものの、5月電子先物と5月金融先物はともに下落しました。電子先物は逆ざや、金融先物は順ざやで取引を終えました。

## BBC: U.S. and Denmark hold secret talks on plans to add 3 U.S. military bases in Greenland

- Published: 2026-05-12T15:02:57+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605120137.aspx
- anchor: #n359709
- Companies mentioned: BBC

The BBC reported that the United States and Denmark are negotiating secretly over plans to add 3 U.S. military bases in Greenland. Against the backdrop of a diplomatic crisis sparked by former President Trump’s suggestion that the United States acquire Greenland, the bases would be intended to monitor Russian and Chinese activity in the North Atlantic.

## L.C. Lu: Semiconductor output value to challenge US$1.4 trillion this year, memory chips remain hot

- Published: 2026-05-12T14:56:15+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605120126.aspx
- anchor: #n359608
- Companies mentioned: 鈺創 (Etron Technology)

Etron Technology Chairman Lu Chao-chun forecast that the global semiconductor industry’s output value would reach US$1.4 trillion this year, with DRAM and NAND Flash accounting for half. He expects AI-driven demand for memory devices to keep DRAM prices high until the middle of next year.

## China obstructs Taiwan’s participation in the WHA; Foreign Ministry urges WHO to reject political interference

- Published: 2026-05-12T14:53:52+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202605120135.aspx
- anchor: #n359599
- Companies mentioned: 世界衛生組織 (WHO)、中央社

Taiwan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs strongly urged WHO to reject political interference and invite Taiwan to participate as an observer, in response to China blocking Taiwan’s participation in the World Health Assembly (WHA). It stressed that Taiwan is a sovereign, independent country and that Taiwan and China are not subordinate to each other.

## Taiwan stocks rise 108.26 points

- Published: 2026-05-12T14:52:50+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605120134.aspx
- anchor: #n359600
- Companies mentioned: 主動統一升級50、群創、友達、聯電、主動統一台股增長、蔚華科、國精化、麗正、志聖、美時、天二科技、鼎固-KY、中化生、富世達

台北株式市場は本日、108.26ポイント高の41898.32ポイントで取引を終え、0.26%上昇しました。取引金額は1兆3789.84億台湾ドルでした。

## Google search outage caused by internal server error; company working to resolve it

- Published: 2026-05-12T14:50:48+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ait/202605120133.aspx
- anchor: #n359601
- Companies mentioned: Google、Downdetector.com

An internal server error disrupted Google Search, temporarily making the service unavailable. Google is working to resolve the issue, while the scope and cause of the disruption are under investigation.