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One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 11 items from 1 source; Japan, 9 items from 1 source.
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President Trump signaled his intention to discuss U.S. arms sales to Taiwan with President Xi Jinping during his visit to China, while the U.S. State Department said it is committed to maintaining peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait under the Taiwan Relations Act and other measures.
Amid a stalemate in ceasefire talks between the United States and Iran, investors are anticipating further market volatility. Major European stock indexes all closed lower on the 12th in London, Frankfurt and Paris.
Companies mentioned：中央社
Iran’s Revolutionary Guard announced a major expansion of its area of control in the Strait of Hormuz. The expansion came amid rising tensions after U.S. and Israeli bombing and extends the east-west distance to as much as 10 times the previous definition, which it described as a “vast operational area.”
The U.S. Department of War announced that the cost of the war in Iran has reached about $29 billion (about NT$914.3 billion), as President Trump faces intense scrutiny over the impact on military readiness.
The new Tamsui-Kavalan Bridge in New Taipei suffered its first traffic accident since opening to traffic. A yellow-plate heavy motorcycle collided with a passenger car, leaving the motorcycle rider slightly injured. Neither party was suspected of driving under the influence. The cause of the accident is under investigation.
Russian President Vladimir Putin said the end of the conflict in Ukraine was near, but the Kremlin said there was no concrete plan to end the war. The ceasefire period has ended and both countries have resumed attacks, raising concerns that the conflict will drag on.
Companies mentioned：北大西洋公約組織 (NATO)
Hon Hai (Foxconn) confirmed that some of its North American factories were hit by a cyberattack and said it is working to restore production. A hacker group claims to have stolen 8 TB of confidential data, and production lines were temporarily halted.
Companies mentioned：Apple、Intel、Google、NVIDIA、Dell、Nitrogen Ransomware (ハッカー集団)、威斯康辛州經濟發展公司 (WEDC)
A business delegation led by a Taiwan national policy adviser visited Finland and proposed a new multi-continent supply chain concept, with research and development in Northern Europe, manufacturing in Asia and Africa, and markets in North America. At an industrial cooperation conference in Finland, participants focused on quantum computers, AI, 6G and digital health, among other fields, and also announced the establishment of the Taiwan Chamber of Commerce in Finland.
Companies mentioned：エリクソン (Ericsson)
An intoxicated man at Songshan Railway Station verbally abused and extorted the train conductor and other passengers. The man was arrested by 鉄道警察局 and, after questioning, referred to prosecutors on suspicion of violating the Railway Act.
Companies mentioned：鉄道警察局、中央社
In response to reports that entertainer Lin Chiling will become a board member of the Taiwan Creative Content Agency at the end of June, her manager said the agency would issue a unified explanation on May 13.
Companies mentioned：文化內容策進院 (文策院)
Nanya Plastics announced plans to sell 19,385 shares in its subsidiary 南電 between May 13 and Dec. 31. The move aims to bolster working capital and improve the liquidity of 南電 shares, which currently have a market value of NT$17.447 billion.
Companies mentioned：南電、南亞科
KKT合同会社 has launched a new official website introducing its investment track record and portfolio companies, including ジェネラルプランニング社 and アニバーサリーコンシェル社.
Companies mentioned：ジェネラルプランニング社、アニバーサリーコンシェル社
KKT合同会社 announced that it will join the regional professional baseball league Japan Sea League from the 2027 season as a new team, Kanazawa Dragon Cross. The team will introduce a “dual-career model” that enables professional baseball players to balance competition with business skills, with the aim of revitalizing the Kanazawa region.
Companies mentioned：KKT合同会社、株式会社Tactical Design、法律事務所Ｚ、税理士法人サクセスブレイン、社会保険労務士法人ウィズ、GRITSスポーツイノベーターズ株式会社
Japan MIT Venture Forum (MIT-VFJ) announced the opening of applications for its 26th business plan competition, offering seed-stage and early-stage entrepreneurs three months of expert mentoring. The program focuses on helping teams with innovative technologies and business models turn their ideas into viable businesses through market analysis and plan refinement.
Companies mentioned：特定非營利活動法人日本MITベンチャーフォーラム、日本MIT会、MITスローン日本同窓会、日本スタンフォード協会
Issei Uno Fifth released his latest single “DONT LOVE ME” on May 13, 2026, and released its music video on May 15. It is his first work since announcing his impending retirement and showcases his growth in composition and arrangement.
Companies mentioned：株式会社アメット
Tenpei Kuroda, an executive officer at 株式会社揚羽, will speak at a free online seminar on improving employee engagement, to be held on May 20, 2026. The seminar is aimed at human resources professionals seeking concrete ways to improve engagement amid growing interest in human capital management.
Companies mentioned：株式会社揚羽、Wantedly
SNK announced that it has invested in VS Studio SNK, a new studio founded by renowned game developer Katsuhiro Harada, and will make it a consolidated subsidiary. SNK Group aims to strengthen its game development capabilities and create new gaming experiences by drawing on Harada’s extensive experience and vision.
Companies mentioned：株式会社SNK、株式会社VS Studio SNK、ナムコ
New-generation music production team VIDA Hollywood has released its first music video, “Kibi.” It is an advance release from their 1st EP “Episode 0,” which features a hit song that has surpassed 300 million views on TikTok, and is the team’s first video work after achieving unusual success on the independent scene.
Frontier Works began worldwide distribution of “RED GARDEN,” a new song by fine, the elegant unit from the popular game app “Ensemble Stars!!,” on May 13, 2026. The powerful song evokes a charge across the wilderness.
Companies mentioned：Happy Elements K.K
Voice actress and artist Mayu Sagara’s new song “＋MUSIC, ＋LOVE!!” began streaming today, May 13, through REAL AKIBA RECORDZ. The uplifting, positive song is an anthem designed to create a sense of unity at live shows.
Companies mentioned：REAL AKIBA RECORDZ