【台灣塑膠工業股份有限公司】2026 Q1 EPS 0.51 yuan
Original台灣塑膠工業股份有限公司が2026年第1四半期決算を発表し、EPSは0.51元、営業収入は419.85億元、税後純利益は32.69億元となりました。同社のプラスチック産業における堅調な業績を示しています。
Companies mentioned：台灣塑膠工業股份有限公司
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Original【天仁茶業股份有限公司】2026年Q1 EPS 0.34元
Original天仁茶業股份有限公司は2026年第1四半期に0.34元の基本每股盈餘（EPS）を計上し、売上高5.68億元、税後淨利0.30億元と発表しました。これは食品産業における堅調な業績を示しています。
【I-Mei Foods Co., Ltd.】2026 Q1 EPS: -0.13 yuan
Original愛之味股份有限公司は2026年第1四半期に-0.13元の基本每股盈餘（EPS）を計上し、売上高11.66億元、税後淨利-0.64億元と発表しました。これは食品産業における同社の業績悪化を示しています。
【Taiwan Charoen Pokphand Co., Ltd.】2026 Q1 EPS: 1.26 yuan
Original台灣卜蜂企業股份有限公司は2026年第1四半期にEPSが1.26元、税後純利益が3.73億元と高水準の利益を計上しました。これは食品産業における同社の堅調な業績を示しています。
【Ve Wong Corporation】2026 Q1 EPS: 0.49 yuan
Original味王股份有限公司は2026年第1四半期の決算を発表し、1株当たり利益（EPS）は0.49元、売上高は13.24億元、税引後純利益は1.81億元となりました。同社は食品工業に属し、堅実な業績を示しています。
【Hsin Ta Cement Co., Ltd.】2026 Q1 EPS: 0.01 yuan
Original信大水泥股份有限公司は、2026年第1四半期の財務報告を発表しました。この期間の基本EPSは0.01元、営業収入は8.55億元でしたが、税後純利益は-0.16億元と赤字を計上しました。これは同社の収益性が低下していることを示唆しています。
【Chia Hsin Cement Corporation】2026 Q1 EPS: 0.08 yuan
Original嘉新水泥股份有限公司は2026年第1四半期にEPSが0.08元、税後純利益が0.51億元と黒字を計上しました。これは水泥産業における同社の堅調な業績を示しています。
【臺灣水泥股份有限公司】2026 Q1 EPS: 0.10 yuan
臺灣水泥股份有限公司 reported EPS of 0.10 New Taiwan dollars, operating revenue of 33.168 billion New Taiwan dollars and after-tax net profit of 1.205 billion New Taiwan dollars for the first quarter of 2026, reflecting the company's quarterly performance in the cement industry.
Companies mentioned：臺灣水泥股份有限公司
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Originalオープンアップグループ 「東京ももクロランド」にてテストマーケティングを実施
株式会社オープンアップグループ conducted test marketing at 「東京ももクロランド」 for flower arrangements made by its special subsidiary. Based on responses from 981 people, it confirmed the products' practicality as fan merchandise and strong demand for “oshi colors,” and will apply the findings to future product development.
Companies mentioned：株式会社オープンアップウィズ、株式会社オープンアップグループ
Can’t you get the best of both sofas and beds? About half of sofa-bed users hope to “graduate” from them in the future
A survey by ムーンムーン株式會社 found that while sofa beds effectively save space, many users compromise on sleep quality, and nearly half hope to switch to a regular mattress in the future.
Companies mentioned：ムーンムーン株式会社
[LENDEX] Lendex, a lending-based crowdfunding platform, to join affiliate service 「レントラックス」 from May 1
Lendex, a lending-based crowdfunding platform, began listing on 「レントラックス」, one of Japan's largest affiliate services, on May 1, 2026. It aims to raise awareness of its services among more people, including novice investors, and encourage membership registrations.
Companies mentioned：株式会社レントラックス
One month before the event: 株式会社キラナリゾート named gold partner for the 4th SASSEN National Tournament; tournament logo unveiled
全日本SASSEN協會 announced キラナリゾート as the gold partner for the 4th national tournament and unveiled the new tournament logo.
Companies mentioned：一般社団法人全日本サッセン協会、株式会社キラナリゾート、株式会社マルハン東日本カンパニー、株式会社SATSUZEN、セガサミーホールディングス株式会社、日本コンベンションサービス株式会社
「狭山茶フェア」 to be held for a limited time at オーパークおごせ, featuring restaurant dishes made with plenty of Sayama tea from Saitama Prefecture
オーパークおごせ will hold 「狭山茶フェア」, a limited-time restaurant promotion themed around Sayama tea, a specialty of Saitama Prefecture, starting June 1, 2026. Timed to coincide with the new tea season, the event will offer special menu items such as pasta, pizza and tiramisu that highlight the aroma and flavor of the tea leaves, promoting the region's appeal.
Companies mentioned：的場園、株式会社ONDOホールディングス、株式会社Kii company、株式会社さかなと、株式会社埼玉武蔵ヒートベアーズ
ランクアップ wins top prize in the Career Transformation category at the Career Ownership Management AWARD 2026
Summary not yet available
Companies mentioned：株式会社ランクアップ、パーソルキャリア株式会社
「JFAなでしこひろば at 島根県立大学松江キャンパス」 to be held Saturday, May 23
島根県立大学松江キャンパス will hold 「JFAなでしこひろば」 on May 23, 2026, as part of its community engagement and hands-on education for students. The free event is for girls ranging from preschool age through Grade 3 who are new to soccer.
Companies mentioned：島根県立大学松江キャンパス、（公財）日本サッカー協会
Next-generation anti-aging brand 「RenReN」 is also a favorite of freelance announcer 秋元玲奈
Renzo株式会社 announced that freelance announcer 秋元玲奈 uses 「RenReN」, a next-generation anti-aging serum containing human stem cell-conditioned culture medium. The product is presented as one that fits her busy lifestyle.
Companies mentioned：Renzo株式会社
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As society ages, the number of elderly dogs and cats who lose their owners is rising. Certified NPO フレンズ・オヴ・アニマルズ has announced a donation campaign seeking ongoing support for their medical expenses and lifelong care.
Insurance strategies through the SaMD cases of サスメド and 塩野義
Following the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare's announcement of new insurance coverage for SaMD (Software as a Medical Device), Software Regulation and Beyond Next Ventures will hold a free event on May 21 on “SaMD newly covered by insurance from June.” Kohei Takeshita and Eiji Takeda will speak and discuss insurance coverage for software-based medical devices.
Companies mentioned：サスメド株式会社、塩野義製薬株式会社、株式会社Software Regulation、Beyond Next Ventures
[Survey on AI search use] About 90% of consumers use AI search, with about half using it “almost every day”
A survey by Knowledge Holdings found that nearly nine-tenths of consumers have used AI search, with about half using it every day, indicating that AI search has become part of daily life.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ナレッジホールディングス
Ocean signs business partnership agreement with unbot
Ocean and unbot have joined forces to provide retailers with one-stop support for tax refund systems and customer acquisition ahead of Japan's new tax-free shopping rules in 2026.
Companies mentioned：株式会社Ocean、株式会社unbot
営業製作所株式会社 to exhibit drawing management system 「ジーエン図面」 at the 16th Toyota Business Fair 2026
営業製作所株式会社 will exhibit 「ジーエン図面」, a drawing management system for manufacturers, at the 16th Toyota Business Fair 2026. The solution uses OCR and proprietary AI to streamline the digitization, organization and search of drawing data and strengthen information sharing across departments.
Idea pitch 「EXCITE—Welfare can be much more exciting」 to be held May 24 (Sunday) as part of 「ウェルフェス2026」 at エア・ウォーターの森
NPO法人あえりあ and 一般社団法人fanfare will hold 「EXCITE」 on May 24, 2026, as part of 「ウェルフェス2026」. The idea pitch will showcase innovative concepts for the future of welfare, including the use of AI, community inclusion and improvements in quality of life.
Companies mentioned：NPO法人あえりあ、一般社団法人fanfare、株式会社DominoPlus.inc、一般社団法人まちのいりぐち、北海道大学医学部、小樽商科大学、Link&Life、株式会社ZINAZOL
株式会社ネクストリンク to exhibit at 「運輸安全・物流DX EXPO 2026」 at Tokyo Big Sight.
株式会社ネクストリンク will exhibit at 「運輸安全・物流DX EXPO 2026」, showcasing 「Wellnee Sleep」, a sleep-monitoring device that supports driver safety and health, and 「Wellneeマットレス」, a mattress for truck sleeper berths. It will also display drug screening tests and its new 「リスクチェックプラン」 service, aiming to help address challenges in the transportation industry.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ネクストリンク、東洋紡
Event report: “Differences are a source of strength, not a cost”—Chikako Miyamori and Kunii Saso discuss organizational culture in the BANI era
Ideal Leaders held a discussion on reshaping organizational culture in the BANI era through psychological safety, intellectual honesty and cultural intelligence (CQ).
Companies mentioned：アイディール・リーダーズ株式会社、株式会社BIOTOPE、株式会社スープストックトーキョー
TAM backs the vision “Let’s take pride in our factories.” It has joined Factory Pride Association as a supporting member and is supporting its inaugural summit, 「Factory Pride Summit 2026」.
TAM announced that it has joined Factory Pride Association as a supporting member, backing the manufacturing industry and 「Factory Pride Summit 2026」.
Companies mentioned：株式会社 TAM、一般社団法人Factory Pride Association、株式会社コプレック、株式会社電通総研
Blow away the tedium of everyday life in 18 minutes. A sequel to the magical XR attraction 「マジックガーディアンズ：ドラゴンとまほうのとびら」, where up to 6 players shout and battle, is coming to Nakano and Fukuoka!
Japan XR Center will launch a new magical XR shooting game, 「魔法守護者」, in Nakano and Fukuoka. The game supports up to six players and delivers a deeply immersive experience.
Companies mentioned：株式会社日本XRセンター
Web customer engagement tool 「TETORI」 wins the “Leader” designation in 3 categories at the 「ITreview Grid Award 2026 Spring」
グルービーモバイル株式会社's web customer engagement tool TETORI has received the Leader designation in 3 categories—web customer engagement, chatbots and access analytics—in the ITreview Grid Award 2026 Spring. It was recognized for its high user satisfaction and brand awareness.
Companies mentioned：グルービーモバイル株式会社、アイティクラウド株式会社
Do you always check the ingredient labels on cosmetics? Executives and high-income earners are more likely to check the ingredients!
A survey of 2,000 women by ビズキ found that executives and high-income consumers are more likely to check ingredient labels when purchasing cosmetics.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ビズキ
[May 27 and 28] Free e-commerce seminar: EC Conference 2026 Spring
ユニメディア will hold a free online e-commerce seminar, EC Conference 2026 Spring, on May 27 and 28, 2026, with special sponsorship from Hulu. The event will focus on e-commerce growth and innovation.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ユニメディア、Hulu、株式会社コマースピック、株式会社WUUZY、株式会社インプレス、株式会社日本流通産業新聞社、MIKATA株式会社、Temu、株式会社Vooster、株式会社ヤプリ、株式会社エストネーション、株式会社フレンズ、株式会社GROOVE、KURO HOLDINGS株式会社、株式会社AMS、Shopify Japan株式会社、株式会社ぐるなび、株式会社SUPER STUDIO、株式会社Sparty、Gastroduce Japan株式会社、SAVAWAY株式会社、株式会社エルテックス、アマゾンジャパン合同会社、株式会社エアトリ、FORCE-R株式会社、株式会社久、株式会社インターファクトリー、株式会社ウィゴー、イーベイ・ジャパン株式会社、株式会社visumo、株式会社Nint、ZenGroup株式会社、株式会社ナニワ商会、株式会社Shippio、株式会社Cellest、株式会社ZENB Japan、auコマース＆ライフ株式会社、株式会社大丸松坂屋百貨店、株式会社RECORE、株式会社ビービーエフ、株式会社エーアンドエス、株式会社ズーティー、エンパタウン株式会社、日本GLP株式会社、eBay Japan合同会社、株式会社TRYANGLE、株式会社ECマーケティング人財育成、DCアーキテクト株式会社、New Commerce Ventures株式会社
Greeshow provides water purifiers to disaster-prevention groups, community organizations and outdoor activity groups: “Safe drinking water for everyone.”
Greeshow has begun providing water purifier products to disaster-prevention groups, community organizations and outdoor activity groups. Based on the company’s philosophy of “delivering water that can be drunk with peace of mind in any environment,” the social contribution campaign aims to help secure safe drinking water during disasters and outdoor activities.
Original業界7社が登壇するオンラインセミナー『建築・不動産トレンドカンファレンス2026』を5月に開催
Branding Technology and other companies will hold the online seminar Building and Real Estate Trends Conference 2026 in May 2026, featuring 7 companies and focusing on profitable strategies for inheritance and vacant-home issues.
Companies mentioned：ブランディングテクノロジー株式会社、株式会社デザインライフ、株式会社C-NECT、株式会社物件王、スマサテ株式会社、タウンライフ株式会社、株式会社コンベックス、日本木造住宅耐震補強事業者協同組合
Hajimai holds its entrance ceremony and company-wide meeting simultaneously with its largest-ever attendance; welcomes 18 new employees and unveils its “Roman Roadmap”
Hajimari held its largest-ever entrance ceremony and company-wide meeting simultaneously, welcoming 18 new employees. In fiscal 2025, sales increased 36.8%, and the company advanced new businesses including M&A and AI applications. It also announced its “Roman Roadmap” toward achieving its 2035 targets.
Companies mentioned：Hajimari
Stayway launches its subsidy DX service for local governments, Subsidy Cloud for Gov; 青森市 becomes the first adopter, No. 1
Stayway launches Subsidy Cloud for Gov, a subsidy DX service designed for local governments, to address fragmented information. 青森市 is the first municipality to adopt it.
Companies mentioned：株式会社Stayway、青森市、青森商工会議所
AI English-learning app Recipy achieves more than 150% year-on-year growth in paying users in fiscal 2025
The AI English-learning app Recipy recorded year-on-year growth of more than 150% in paying users in fiscal 2025 and expanded adoption to nearly 300 educational institutions.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ポリグロッツ、株式会社ベネッセコーポレーション、株式会社アルク、株式会社イプロス、株式会社キーエンス
[Exclusive to ABC-MART] The adidas Originals SAMBA LT evolves with a popular animal print and long tongue; new models arrive alongside apparel inspired by football jerseys
ABC-MART exclusively launches an upgraded adidas Originals SAMBA LT with an animal print and long tongue, along with football-inspired apparel.
Companies mentioned：株式会社エービーシー・マート、adidas Originals
[Kazokutei] “Conger Eel Fair” begins May 15 (Friday)
Kazokutei will hold its “Conger Eel Fair” starting May 15, offering a variety of early-summer limited dishes featuring conger eel tempura soba and udon.
Companies mentioned：株式会社家族亭、SRSホールディングス株式会社
[ＢＳ日テレ] Naomi Farm: The farm show heads… to the sea?! A spring specialty in Oita: digging for razor clams! Airing May 14 (Thursday) at 10 p.m.
BS日テレ’s Naomi Farm, which follows actress Naomi Zaizen’s life in the countryside, heads to the sea for the first time in its May 14 broadcast. At Matama Beach in Bungotakada, Oita Prefecture, the show takes on a spring tradition—digging for razor clams—and follows the harvest and cooking.
Companies mentioned：ＢＳ日テレ、ＢＳ日テレ４Ｋ
Stay cool and comfortable through the hot season! “I can’t go back to how it was before…!” A wide range of cool items arrives all at once at PLAZA stores nationwide!
PLAZA will run its COOL ITEMS promotion at stores nationwide from May 14 to June 4, 2026. A wide range of cosmetics and lifestyle goods designed to make the hot season more comfortable will be available, including body sprays with an icy feel and long-lasting cooling gels.
Companies mentioned：株式会社スタイリングライフ・ホールディングス プラザスタイル カンパニー、PLAZA、OHANA MAHAALO、SQUSE ME、YOLU、Coolist、Saborino、FERNANDA、SAVON&CO
DIME’s latest issue teams up with the film Honest Real Estate for a major feature on the real estate industry; Tomohisa Yamashita graces the cover!
DIME’s July issue goes on sale May 15, featuring a real estate special in collaboration with the film Honest Real Estate, with Tomohisa Yamashita on the cover. It also includes features on men’s grooming, the latest gadgets and trends, plus a special uno shampoo set.
Companies mentioned：サントリー、CORSAIR、Logicool G
ViVi’s combined July-August issue features ViVi model Eika Murakami, the magazine’s leading beauty icon, on the cover. She also graces the opening spread of the major beauty feature, ViVi Cosmetics Awards!
Eika Murakami of ViVi graces the cover of the magazine’s combined July-August issue and the opening spread of its major beauty feature, ViVi Cosmetics Awards. In an unusual turn of events, a photo of Murakami originally shot for the beauty feature was selected at short notice for the cover after it was found to fit the issue’s concept, “Our Real.”
[110th birth anniversary] Picture-book illustrator Kozo Kakimoto’s panel exhibition and talk event to be held!
OriginalGakken 將於 2026 年 5 月至 6 月在東京神保町舉辦繪本畫家柿本幸造生誕 110 週年紀念畫集面板展及對談活動。
Companies mentioned：株式会社 学研ホールディングス、株式会社 Gakken、ブックハウスカフェ、吉祥寺美術館、光村図書、ひさかたチャイルド、至光社
Will there be enough electricity? Power system reform enters the implementation phase
BESS NEWS, published by a technology company, has released an analysis based on discussions at meetings of Japan’s Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry. It examines the 2026 electricity supply-and-demand outlook and the impact of power system reform on battery storage businesses.
Companies mentioned：株式会社テクノロジーズ、WATT-TUNE株式会社、株式会社エコ革、経済産業省、資源エネルギー庁
Honda CB250T HAWK T-shirts arrive at Narita Airport Terminal 3!
Officially licensed T-shirts featuring Honda’s legendary CB250T HAWK motorcycle have arrived at SOUVENIR AKIHABARA in Narita Airport Terminal 3. Made from high-quality 5.6-ounce, 100% cotton, they are offered as souvenirs for international travelers and as merchandise for motorcycle fans.
Companies mentioned：本田技研工業、株式会社フェイス
[NEW] Now compliant with ISO/IEC 27001:2022 (JIS Q 27001:2023)! Japan Standards Association launches video training on interpreting information security management system standards
The Japan Standards Association has launched an on-demand video training course on ISO/IEC 27001:2022, helping businesses efficiently learn the standards and practical applications of information security management systems.
Companies mentioned：一般財団法人日本規格協会
Dobot to exhibit at Robot Technology Japan 2026
Dobot Japan will exhibit at Robot Technology Japan 2026, showcasing automation solutions that include next-generation humanoid robots and a range of collaborative robots.
Companies mentioned：Dobot Japan株式会社、DOBOT
AI and text analysis of 2 years of integrated reports from TOPIX500 companies, totaling approximately 50 million words: “Momentum Keyword Awards 2026” announced to visualize non-financial management trends among Japanese companies!
永續實驗室 has announced the “2026 Momentum Keyword Awards.” Using AI to analyze integrated reports from Japanese companies, it highlights non-financial management trends, including companies’ focus on tariffs, AI and capital efficiency.
Companies mentioned：サステナブル・ラボ株式会社
UV putty curing irradiation unit directly imported from overseas UV equipment manufacturer SULODAK. Quickly cures UV putty and boosts work efficiency. Direct imports from UV equipment manufacturer SULODAK make fair pricing possible. カーエアコンクリーニング株式会社
カーエアコンクリーニング株式会社 has begun directly importing and selling UV putty curing irradiation units from overseas UV equipment manufacturer SULODAK. This is expected to speed up responses to initial defects and repairs, enable fair pricing and improve work efficiency.
Companies mentioned：SULODAK、カーエアコンクリーニング株式会社
株式会社泉興産 adopts invox expense reimbursement, reducing expense approval from 1–2 days to completion on the same day
泉興産 has adopted the invox expense reimbursement system, significantly shortening the approval process for expense claims from 1 to 2 days to completion on the same day.
Companies mentioned：株式会社invox、株式会社泉興産、インフォマート社、株式会社巴コーポレーション
AI video service that “brings photos of the deceased to life” to be offered free starting May 16
株式会社つばさ公益社 will begin offering つばさAIフォトムービー free of charge on May 16, 2026, turning photos of the deceased into videos with AI. The service aims to help people share memories of the deceased more deeply at funerals and memorial services, and is an unusual free offering in Nagano Prefecture and nationwide.
【4th Anniversary Celebration】Torori Tenshi no Warabimochi Takasaki store will hold an anniversary celebration from May 23 to May 27!! Small boxes will be reduced from the regular price of 650 yen to 390 yen!!
Torori Tenshi no Warabimochi Takasaki store will hold an anniversary celebration from May 23 to 27, 2026, to mark its 4th anniversary. Fresh warabimochi will be offered at a special price of 390 yen exclusively to LINE registrants and Instagram followers. Limited items, including flour-free carrot cake and high-concentration acai bowls, will also be featured.
“Dragon Ball DAIMA” is making its debut in the Dragon Ball series of “Medakore,” collectible medals that are fun to collect.
Hikidashi is releasing 60 collectible “Medakore” medals from “Dragon Ball DAIMA,” with online preorders opening on May 14, 2026.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ヒキダシ、集英社、東映アニメーション
Morning drama star Juri Uesaka graces a VOCE cover for the first time. Her overwhelming heroine aura blossoms.
The July 2026 special edition of Kodansha’s beauty magazine VOCE features morning drama star Juri Uesaka on its cover for the first time, showcasing her fresh heroine glow.
Companies mentioned：株式会社講談社
Her first appearance in VOCE! The perfect way to pair T-shirts with summer lip colors, discovered with Mayu Yokota. The July issue of VOCE goes on sale May 21 (Thu)!
Model Mayu Yokota makes her first appearance in the July issue of VOCE, showcasing the perfect pairing of summer T-shirts and lip makeup. The magazine goes on sale May 21.
Companies mentioned：株式会社講談社
In the July issue of VOCE, Rinka Kurumada, aka “Rinkuma,” transforms with pink makeup in three different looks! Tips for wearing “summer pink” without looking too sweet.
The July issue of VOCE features model Rinka Kurumada demonstrating three “not-too-sweet summer pink” makeup looks, and includes beauty samples from several well-known brands, including SK-II.
Companies mentioned：株式会社講談社、SK-II、est、ビオレ、KISSME FERME、SOFINA iP、コーラルヘイズ、Torriden
About 80% said they feel uncomfortable with approach shots! Chicken Golf surveys a shared challenge among golfers nearing the goal of breaking 100.
OriginalChicken Golf調查顯示，約8成目標破百的高爾夫球友對短切球感到棘手，主要痛點為難以掌握距離感。
Companies mentioned：株式会社クリア
A sake that reflects the food culture of the port town of Shiogama. “Abe Kan” changes its name to “Shiogama Abe Kan” and refreshes its design.
Abe Kan Sake Brewery has renamed its flagship brand from “Abe Kan” to “Shiogama Abe Kan” and announced a new “Ushio” series. The brewery has redesigned the sake and its packaging, with the sake crafted to reflect the food culture of the port town of Shiogama, particularly its harmony with sushi. It goes on sale May 11, 2026.
Japan’s insect-repellent culture can save the world! The work of NPO S.O.L. (Sol) has been featured on television!
The work of NPO S.O.L. (Sol), which installs simple window screens called “AMIDO” in Sri Lanka to help prevent dengue fever, was featured on BS Asahi’s “Tsunagaru Ehon ~for SDGs~.” It is an international effort to spread Japan’s insect-repellent culture and protect infants and young children from dengue fever.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ライオンケミカル、京都大学アジアアフリカ研究所、ライオンズクラブ、JICA
“First Steps in Excel 2024,” fully compatible with the latest Excel 2024, to be published on May 19! Packed with columns useful for business and support for use with Copilot, this single book covers everything about Excel.
Shuwa System Shinsha will publish “First Steps in Excel 2024,” a guide fully compatible with the latest Excel 2024, on May 19, 2026. The book covers all of Excel’s features, with columns for business users and support for Copilot.
Taiwan | 中央社 CNA（10）
Reducing traffic accidents involving older adults in Switzerland; academics call for a tiered driver competency system
Traffic accidents involving elderly drivers are occurring frequently in Switzerland, and academic institutions are proposing a skills-based classification system for drivers aged 75 and older. The aim is to reduce accidents and social costs.
Companies mentioned：スイス連邦統計局（BFS）、ローザンヌ健康社会高等学院（HETSL）、チューリッヒ応用科学大学（ZHAW）
Chen Szu-hung to speak in Slovakia, deepening Central European readers’ understanding of Taiwanese culture
Taiwanese author Chen Sihong visited Slovakia, where he gave a lecture and held a signing for the Czech edition of his book “Ghost Town.” The events helped deepen Central European readers’ understanding of Taiwanese culture.
Companies mentioned：駐スロバキア代表處、コメニウス大学（Comenius University）台湾研究中心、ブライク（BRAK）出版社、台湾文化部
Legislative Yuan delegation meets Taiwanese community in London; Han Kuo-yu praises Taiwanese businesspeople with a global reach
A cross-party delegation of legislators led by Legislative Yuan President Han Kuo-yu visited London and met with Taiwanese business and industry representatives and overseas Chinese living in the United Kingdom. Han praised Taiwanese businesspeople active around the world as “Taiwanese businesspeople whose sun never sets” and underscored Taiwan’s international profile and democratic society.
Taiwan again not invited to WHA; US backs meaningful Taiwanese participation in international organizations
Taiwan was again not invited to this year’s World Health Organization (WHO) Assembly (WHA), and the U.S. State Department said it strongly supports Taiwan’s meaningful participation in international organizations. It stressed that Taiwan has the expertise and resources to address global challenges and contribute to the world.
Trump-Xi meeting approaching; Rubio says US hopes to persuade China to urge Iran to exercise restraint
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said he wants to persuade China to play a more active role in curbing Iran’s actions in the Persian Gulf, following attacks on Chinese vessels that threaten energy shipments to Asia.
Companies mentioned：中央社、福斯新聞（Fox News）
Taiwan issue in focus ahead of Trump-Xi meeting; former US diplomat urges the US to stay the course on Taiwan policy
With the Trump-Xi meeting set to take place in Beijing soon, Taiwan is a key focus. A former U.S. diplomat has urged the United States to maintain its long-term Taiwan policy and continue arms sales.
Companies mentioned：中央社、X、ブルッキングス研究所
Trump nominee clears hurdle; US Senate confirms Warsh to lead the Federal Reserve
The U.S. Senate has confirmed Kevin Warsh’s nomination to chair the Federal Reserve. He has signaled that he is aligned with President Trump’s push for interest rate cuts, and will face several challenges after taking office, including curbing inflation and preserving the Fed’s independence.
Companies mentioned：連邦準備制度理事会 (Fed)、法新社、布魯金斯研究所 (Brookings Institution)
OriginalAI樂觀情緒蓋過通膨利空 美股標普那指收盤創新高
Driven by AI-related technology stocks, major U.S. stock indexes rose as optimism about AI outweighed inflation concerns, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq hitting record highs.
Markets cautious ahead of Trump-Xi meeting; international oil prices fluctuate lower
International oil prices fell as traders adopted a wait-and-see stance ahead of the U.S.-China summit. Futures prices for West Texas Intermediate crude in New York and Brent crude in London fell 1.1% and 2%, respectively.
Companies mentioned：中央社
Before Trump-Xi meeting, retired US general writes: Taiwan is a model ally, not a bargaining chip
Retired U.S. Navy Rear Admiral Mark Montgomery published an article ahead of the meeting between President Trump and President Xi Jinping, arguing that Taiwan is a “model ally,” not a bargaining chip. He warned that trading Taiwan’s security for China’s empty promises would be a strategic mistake.
Companies mentioned：中央社、捍衛民主基金會 (FDD)、台積電 (TSMC)、聯電 (UMC)