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One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.
Anime merchandise planning company Armabianca is holding a limited-time event in Asakusa for “Bungo Stray Dogs Wan! 2.” It will sell original merchandise for fans and offer an opportunity to experience the world of the series.
Companies mentioned：livepocket
Chinese beauty brand “WOSADO” is expanding its presence in the Japanese market with magnetic false eyelashes featuring its proprietary technology. Sales are growing at major stores, backed by a global user base of 30 million.
Companies mentioned：Shenzhen Qianhai Magwow Technology Group Co., Ltd.、デュポン社
Kawanishi City and Nodjour Co., a franchisee of McDonald’s Japan, have signed a comprehensive partnership agreement. They will promote a wide range of community contributions, including education and disaster preparedness.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ノジュール
THE GALA HOTEL Umeda has won 3 international design awards. Its distinctive spatial design earned high praise in its 1st year since opening.
Tokai Denshi has published a case study on Toda Transportation, which introduced a cloud-based automated roll-call system. The report highlights support for digital transformation in the workplace.
Companies mentioned：東海電子株式会社、株式会社戸田運輸
Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) has published a report documenting the escalation of violence in South Sudan. From January 2025 to April 2026, MSF staff and facilities were attacked 12 times, and an estimated 762,000 people lost access to health care. Airstrikes surged from 2 in 2024 to 138 in 2025, while the number of gunshot wound treatments rose 77%. MSF is strongly urging parties to the conflict, including the South Sudanese government forces and opposition forces, to protect civilians and medical infrastructure and ensure humanitarian access.
Core Mix has opened a special exhibition for the anime “Record of Ragnarok III” at Kumamoto Manga Arts. For a limited time, it presents the battle between Hades and Qin Shi Huang from the perspectives of both the anime and the original work.
Companies mentioned：株式会社コアミックス
A new mini-game, “Pet Race,” where pets compete, has been added to “Club M Star.” A commemorative event is also being held.
Companies mentioned：株式会社G・O・P
Odds Park is holding a limited-time collaboration campaign with the popular manga “Baki.” Limited-edition merchandise will be offered by lottery to users who place bets.
Companies mentioned：オッズ・パーク株式会社、SBプレイヤーズ株式会社
株式会社TOOLBOX launched “Mogul Receptacle,” a porcelain recessed lighting fixture, on May 21, 2026. It features a clean, unobtrusive design developed in response to requests from design professionals.
Companies mentioned：株式会社TOOLBOX、株式会社AIDAHO
A BS日テレ program will feature popular Kanagawa soba restaurant 味奈登庵, showing Muga Tsukaji of Drunk Dragon experiencing what makes the restaurant special.
Companies mentioned：味奈登庵、BS日テレ
The Antarctic Treaty Consultative Meeting held in Hiroshima has concluded. ASOC sounded the alarm over delays in climate action and called for stronger tourism regulations and concrete measures to protect emperor penguins, but progress was limited.
Companies mentioned：南極・南大洋連合 (ASOC)、アジェンダ・アンタルティカ (Agenda Antártica)、ピュー・リサーチ・センター (Pew Research Center)、ギャラップ世界リスク世論調査 (Gallup World Risk Poll)、国際雪氷圏気候イニシアティブ (ICCI)、南極研究科学委員会 (SCAR)、国際自然保護連合 (IUCN)
The YouTube program “First Jobs TV” has released a workplace experience feature at DmMiX. Influencers bring the company’s appeal to light.
Companies mentioned：株式会社HRteam、株式会社ダイレクトマーケティングミックス
イオン is launching a “Star Wars” collection from casualwear brand ダブルフォーカス. Available at 17 select stores and online, the collection offers exclusive apparel and goods for a broad range of fans.
Companies mentioned：イオン、ダブルフォーカス
Honda Access has announced the “Honda V2H Stand,” a V2H charger for EVs. With a maximum output of 5.9 kW, it shortens charging time and improves household power efficiency when paired with solar power generation.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ホンダアクセス
Borderless House has launched “Natsu Biz Challenge,” an in-home international exchange program for elementary and junior high school students. It gives children learning English conversation a chance to practice and meets demand for cross-cultural experiences in Japan.
株式会社G・O・P has released an update for the PC RPG “Soulworker.” It includes Iris Yuma’s 2nd promotion and skill overhauls for all characters, along with a commemorative event and sales of returning items.
Companies mentioned：Valofe Co., Ltd.、ファミリーマート、ローソン、ミニストップ
The Environmental Life and Culture Organization will hold a lecture on June 23. Masayuki Wakui will speak on “In the Era of the Environmental Revolution.”
Original元利建設董事長林敏雄指出，強勁的台股帶動豪宅買氣，使公司建案如「信義聯勤」幾近完銷，實現逆勢成長。他認為品牌是關鍵，並表示今年將專注銷售「四季莊園」而非推新案。
Companies mentioned：全聯實業、元利建設、四季酒店
Original長庚醫療體系近日獲美國臨床研究受試者保護評鑑協會（AAHRPP）效期5年的完全續認證，涵蓋全台8大院區，是國內唯一以完整醫療體系通過該國際認證的機構，展現其人體研究受試者保護受國際肯定。
Companies mentioned：長庚醫療體系、美國臨床研究受試者保護評鑑協會（AAHRPP）
To address its super-aged society, Pingtung County has promoted a policy of “one community, one care center” and recently added community care centers in Donggang Township and Liuqiu Township, bringing the total to 424. County Magistrate Chou Chun-mi emphasized the centers’ importance in promoting older adults’ health and social participation.
Companies mentioned：屏東縣政府社會處、東港鎮公所、東港鎮朝安福利促進協會、琉球鄉南島社區關懷協會、琉球鄉樂齡中心
Original國家兩廳院「廳院學」藝術課程，邀請音樂劇「勸世三姊妹」主演張擎佳，將該劇轉化為教案，引導高中生學習共感與人際和解，響應教育部社會情緒學習(SEL)計畫。
Companies mentioned：教育部、中正高中、豐珠高中、武陵高中
Original民進黨立委何欣純在台中大雅市場拜票時，巧遇攤商處理麻薏，勾起她對台中夏日美食「麻薏湯」的記憶。此事也連結到作家楊双子獲獎小說《臺灣漫遊錄》對此台中特色飲食的介紹。
Companies mentioned：民進黨
Semiconductor components supplier 意德士 expects its operations to reach another record high this year and is expanding with a new plant, which is scheduled to begin production in the first half of next year. The company has entered the CoWoS, 2-nanometer and AI server markets, and is expanding into overseas markets in the U.S. and Japan.
Companies mentioned：意德士
The Princess and Her Magic Fan, co-produced by Taiwan’s 國光劇團 and a French theater company, will make its Taiwan premiere at Weiwuying in Kaohsiung after a successful tour of France. Combining traditional Peking opera with modern technology, the production reimagines the classic Journey to the West and is regarded as a milestone for Taiwan’s performing arts.
Companies mentioned：國光劇團、法國里昂新一代劇場（TNG）、衛武營國家藝術文化中心、國立傳統藝術中心、La Terrasse
Original台東地檢署指揮警方破獲藏身於鹿野鄉民宿的詐騙機房，逮捕9名嫌犯。該集團以每月9萬元高價承租民宿作為掩護，檢方呼籲業者警惕。
Companies mentioned：台東地檢署、刑事局、台東縣警察局刑事警察大隊、刑事警察局偵查第八大隊、屏東縣警察局刑事警察大隊
Actor Mi Ko-pai attended an event held by the 愛盲基金會 and shared profound insights from playing a visually impaired character. She was moved to tears by a visually impaired friend’s words encouraging her to “shed labels.” She also spoke about her current relationship with actor Sun Chan and said she was cautious about remarrying.
Companies mentioned：愛盲基金會
Uni-Lions slugger Su Chih-chieh overcame a slow start to the season, drawing confidence from his “hard-hit rate” stats. On the 20th, he hit his 6th home run of the season to take the league lead. He said focusing on the process rather than the result helped him rediscover the power-hitting form he showed in 2020.
Companies mentioned：中華職棒、統一7-ELEVEn獅隊
OriginalAMD執行長蘇姿丰宣布對台灣產業生態系投資超過100億美元，以應對AI帶來的大量需求。她強調與台積電的絕佳夥伴關係，並表示將持續在台灣擴大研發與產能。
Companies mentioned：台積電、緯穎、廣達、宏碁、英特爾 (Intel)、三星 (Samsung)
To address production bottlenecks in Japan, Toyota will set up a production line in Taiwan exclusively for the Japanese market. Starting in October this year, it will ship the popular Noah and Voxy minivans from Taiwan to Japan, marking the automaker’s first such move for its core models.
Companies mentioned：豐田汽車（Toyota）、日本經濟新聞
Original為即將在高雄登場的「K-SPARK」演唱會，主辦方寬魚國際執行長邱瓈寬親自監督籌備，並公開呼籲粉絲勿買來路不明票券，共同抵制黃牛與詐騙。她表示，為確保活動品質，主辦方將於23日釋出視線不良區票券，提供粉絲最後購票機會。
Companies mentioned：寬魚國際、KKTIX
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced that Ukrainian military drones successfully struck a refinery in Russia’s Samara region, more than 800 kilometers from the border, sparking a major fire. The attack was described as “long-range sanctions” against Russia’s oil-refining industry. Russia confirmed that 2 people were killed.
Companies mentioned：路透社、Telegram
Veteran basketball coach Hsu Chin-che said he was delighted that his former players Hung Chih-shan and Chien Hao had both led teams to the TPBL finals as “rookie coaches.” He praised their achievements and recalled his observations of their traits in the past. The story of this coach-player legacy has become a focus of Taiwan’s basketball scene.
Companies mentioned：新北國王、福爾摩沙夢想家、P.LEAGUE+、台北富邦勇士、璞園、超級籃球聯賽（SBL）、台灣職業籃球大聯盟TPBL、桃園璞園領航猿、再興中學
Chang Yao-chung, former chair of 台灣民主實驗室, was sentenced to 30 days of detention for sexually harassing a man, with the ruling finalized on appeal. The sentence may be commuted to a fine. He was accused of hugging, kissing and touching the victim’s genitals at a bar and in a metro station.
Companies mentioned：台灣民主實驗室、台灣高等法院、台北地方法院、台北捷運
Semiconductor company 沛亨 said strong demand from cloud service providers (CSPs) has made its optical-fiber product orders visible through Q1 next year, with output set to rise significantly. Electrostatic discharge protection solutions provider 晶焱 expects operations to return to growth this year after customers completed inventory reductions.
Companies mentioned：沛亨、晶焱
Original台北科技大學一名研究生疑因論文壓力及教授刁難而輕生，學生會對此發出聲明，倡議建立研究室工時預警、更換指導教授及獨立申訴等三大機制，以改善研究生處境。校方已啟動調查並將涉案教師停職。
Companies mentioned：台北科技大學、北科大學生自治會
Original內政部為解決空勤總隊飛行員因薪資偏低而流失至民間的問題，正向行政院爭取大幅調薪，盼能對齊民間水準以留住人才。同時，也為移民機關部分人員爭取調升工作獎金。
Companies mentioned：行政院、行政院人事總處、民間航空公司、民間直升機公司
Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will visit China from May 23 to 26 and meet with Xi Jinping and Li Qiang. The visit comes as China and Pakistan mark 75 years of diplomatic relations. Observers are watching to see whether the two sides will discuss the U.S.-Iran conflict, which Pakistan is seeking to mediate.
Companies mentioned：中央社、國務院、澎湃新聞
Taiwan’s 17-year-old taekwondo athlete Wang Chieh-ling won the women’s 46-kilogram final at the Asian Taekwondo Championships, earning Taiwan’s women’s team its first gold medal in 10 years. It was also her first appearance at the championships.
Original新北蘆洲游姓男子因跟蹤騷擾並毆打女學生外婆及里長遭羈押。新北地檢署指出，游男因另案遭判刑3個月及監護5年確定，將速執行以維護社會安全。
Companies mentioned：新北地檢署、台灣高等法院
Original富邦悍將日籍投手阿部雄大，在近期比賽中繳出7局失1分的好投，拿下2連勝。對手總教練林岳平稱讚他具備前段先發洋投水準，阿部本人則表示若教練需要，投150球也沒問題。
Companies mentioned：富邦悍將、統一7-ELEVEn獅、ENEOS
Original韓國政府向外媒展示其Physical AI技術，包括新創公司Maum AI開發的四足機器人Jindo Bot，應用於巡邏與救災等場景，以及中央報勳醫院導入的AI輔助診斷與復健機器人，展現AI在多元領域的實際應用。
Companies mentioned：Maum AI、中央報勳醫院、韓國科學技術資訊通信部、國家報勳部
Original立法委員馬文君揭露M1A2T戰車軍購案預算暴增48億元，且未通知立法院。國防部承認陸軍有行政瑕疵，朝野共識凍結年度預算20億元，待國防部提交報告後始得動支。
Companies mentioned：立法院外交及國防委員會、國防部、陸軍司令部、行政院
Original苗栗縣政府農業處救援了4隻在民宅天花板發現的白鼻心寶寶。因母獸失蹤，縣府人員充當保姆悉心照料，目標是待其長大後野放，回歸自然。
Companies mentioned：苗栗縣政府農業處
Original台南市於崑山科技大學舉辦2026技職博覽會，市長黃偉哲強調因應AI時代，技職教育的重要性。活動透過實作體驗，協助國中生探索未來職涯方向。
Companies mentioned：崑山科技大學、台南市政府教育局
全聯 Chairman Lin Min-hsiung responded to 統一超’s investment in LOPIA, saying it would not affect operations, but that 全聯 would consider investing if an opportunity arose to fill the gap in the high-end supermarket market. 全聯 will continue opening company-operated stores, aiming to reach nearly 1300 by year-end, and develop large-format mixed-use stores.
Companies mentioned：統一超、LOPIA、全聯、全聯善美的文化藝術基金會、肯德基、必勝客、喜互惠
內政部 announced that, after allocating a budget of NT$750 million starting in 113 to strengthen technology-based search and rescue, the rescue rate for mountain accidents reached 93.24% in 114, a decade high. Improvements include installing more anti-getting-lost facilities, establishing Indigenous special rescue teams, and drafting a dedicated mountain-climbing management law.
Companies mentioned：內政部、消防署、國家公園署、空中勤務總隊、運動部、農業部林業及自然保育署
Original一名楊姓大學教授因在課程中提及A片、要求學生拍攝公主抱等親密合照，遭校方認定性騷擾。歷經訴訟，台北高等行政法院更一審認定校方處分無誤，構成性騷擾，判決教授敗訴。
Companies mentioned：台北高等行政法院、最高行政法院、校方性別平等教育委員會
At the fourth “2026 Biodiversity Action Forum,” 8 Taiwanese companies received awards for their contributions to biodiversity. 富迪印刷 drew on its expertise to develop free rescue boxes for injured birds, significantly reducing transport-related deaths. Other companies also demonstrated corporate social responsibility by protecting specific species or habitats.
Companies mentioned：富迪印刷、環境友善種子、優樂地永續、三人恆好、潤隆建設、遠雄人壽、睿禾金碳、新光保全、智邦科技、南山人壽、中外製藥
Taipei City announced that, in line with amendments to the Entertainment Tax Act, it will fully waive entertainment taxes on concerts, arts and cultural performances, and sporting events starting May 22. The move is expected to attract more international events to Taipei and boost the tourism economy, with an estimated annual tax revenue impact of nearly NT$300 million.
Companies mentioned：台北市財政局、財政部、台北市稅捐稽徵處
China will host APEC in 2026, and the 3rd Senior Officials’ Meeting is scheduled to take place in Dalian in August. Taiwan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs reiterated its status as a formal member and said it would send a delegation as usual, hoping to receive equal treatment.
Companies mentioned：央視新聞、台灣外交部國際組織司
民進黨 Taipei mayoral candidate Puma Shen has called for the suspension of the Twin-City Forum, drawing criticism from the Taiwan Affairs Office. The Mainland Affairs Council responded that the forum is a municipal issue for Taipei, not a cross-strait issue, and that its future should be decided by the next mayor based on municipal considerations; mainland China need not overreact.
Companies mentioned：大陸委員會（陸委會）、中國大陸國台辦、民進黨、台北市政府
4 Chinese Coast Guard ships intruded into Kinmen’s restricted waters on the 21st. The Coast Guard Administration immediately dispatched patrol vessels to monitor and gather evidence, sailing alongside the ships one-on-one, and used radio broadcasts to order them to leave. The agency condemned the move as undermining regional peace and stressed its determination to defend sovereignty.
Companies mentioned：海洋委員會海巡署金馬澎分署、第十二巡防區
Systems have repeatedly experienced problems since 台新證券 and 元富證券 merged. On the 21st, system optimization again caused abnormal inventory displays in the app. Although the issue was fixed within 2 hours, the FSC has asked 證交所 to look into it and said it will launch an on-site inspection if duplicate orders are placed again.
Companies mentioned：台新證券、元富證券、證交所
A brawl between elderly men broke out in Xianxi Township, Changhua County. A 92-year-old man surnamed Huang was upset that an 86-year-old man surnamed Lin had removed reflective strips he had put up. The two fought with a sickle and a frying pan, injuring Lin in the head and breaking the leg of a woman who tried to break up the fight. All 3 were taken to the hospital.
Companies mentioned：彰化縣警察局和美分局、道周醫院、彰濱秀傳醫院
Kuomintang Changhua County governor candidate Wei Pingzheng was said by a local branch of the Taiwan People’s Party to be polling below former legislator Tsai Pi-ju. Wei responded that poll numbers can change and that he would work to turn name recognition into support and win the election. Tsai expressed puzzlement at the remarks by her party colleagues, saying the party should welcome strong candidates entering the race。
Companies mentioned：中國國民黨、民主進步黨、台灣民眾黨
A Chinese national who worked as a cram-school instructor was arrested on suspicion of taking an entrance exam at 日本大學 on someone else’s behalf. He encountered the actual examinee at the test site, bringing the case to light. Police suspect an organized cheating ring was behind the case。
Companies mentioned：日本大學、警視廳世田谷警署、每日新聞
Taiwan’s Foreign Ministry on the 21st strongly rebuked a China-Russia joint statement that reiterated the one-China principle and denigrated Taiwan’s sovereignty. The ministry condemned the move as bullying that undermines peace and stability, and reiterated the fact that the two sides of the Taiwan Strait are not subordinate to each other。
Companies mentioned：中華人民共和國政府、俄羅斯聯邦
A century-old bishop wood tree in Jiadong Township，Pingtung County，whose shape closely resembles a Moai statue，has become a popular photo spot，but the narrow entrance has led to frequent accidents. To protect the old tree and road users，the landowner surnamed Yang voluntarily gave up about 1 ping of land to help the township office widen the road，improving traffic safety and promoting tourism。
Companies mentioned：佳冬鄉公所、台電、中華電信、屏東縣政府
The Central Bank said new mortgage lending by the five major banks fell by NT$5.688 billion month over month in April, indicating that the earlier slight easing of loan-to-value limits for second homes did not stimulate the market. The bank said the result was in line with its expected "soft landing" policy, which aims to stabilize the housing market rather than fuel home-price increases.
Companies mentioned：台銀、合庫銀、一銀、華銀、土銀、信義房屋
To improve cybersecurity protections for government outsourcing, the Cybersecurity Agency has launched a joint audit program. The program consolidates authorizations from 121 agencies to conduct a comprehensive, one-time audit of 15 key IT service providers. It aims to establish common standards and reduce administrative costs for vendors and the government.
Companies mentioned：中華電信股份有限公司企業客戶分公司、宏碁資訊服務股份有限公司、叡揚資訊股份有限公司、凌群電腦股份有限公司、資拓宏宇國際股份有限公司、凌網科技股份有限公司、關貿網路股份有限公司、采威國際資訊股份有限公司、哈瑪星科技股份有限公司、康和資訊系統股份有限公司、奕祥資訊股份有限公司、凱發科技股份有限公司、亞昕資訊股份有限公司、桓基科技股份有限公司、康大資訊股份有限公司
A delegation from 日本熊本市教育委員會 visited 台南市政府 to discuss deepening cooperation in higher education and culture. At the meeting, 兵庫教育大學 proposed an "advanced education program for administrators," modeled on Finland's successful approach. The proposal received a positive response from Tainan Deputy Mayor Yeh Tse-shan, who designated the Taiwan-Japan Cultural Friendship Exchange Foundation as the liaison.
Companies mentioned：台南市政府、日本熊本市教育委員會、台南市台日文化友好交流基金會、兵庫教育大學
永康福德祠 in Fengyuan, Taichung, has drawn more than 20 toy cars to its temple courtyard, donated by members of the public for children to enjoy for free. It has been affectionately nicknamed the "toy-car Earth God." The phenomenon began last year and reflects a warm spirit of community sharing.
Companies mentioned：永康福德祠、石龍宮
Czech President Petr Pavel said at 全球安全論壇 that the Czech Republic's cooperation with Taiwan is broader than its cooperation with China. He stressed that the Czech Republic has the right to choose its partners independently and rejects Chinese interference.
Companies mentioned：路透社、全球安全論壇
With the Uni-Lions struggling at the plate early in the season, manager Lin Yueh-ping acknowledged that some players were underperforming and said the team needed stars such as Chen Chieh-hsien and Su Chih-chieh to make up the difference. During an interview, he nearly mentioned Lin An-ko, who has moved to Japan's professional league, highlighting the team's longing for a power hitter. The Lions currently have the league's second-lowest team batting average.
Companies mentioned：統一7-ELEVEn獅隊、樂天桃猿隊、富邦悍將隊、埼玉西武獅隊
Liberal International (LI) issued a statement congratulating Taiwan on the 30th anniversary of its direct presidential elections, condemning China's threatening actions and reaffirming its support for democratic Taiwan.
Companies mentioned：國際自由聯盟（Liberal International, LI）、民主進步黨（民進黨）、世界衛生大會（WHA）
China's youth unemployment rate fell to 16.3% in April, but the unemployment rate among the main working-age population, those aged 25 to 59, remained at its second-highest level since a statistical revision, indicating that pressure on the job market has not eased. The data diverged from slowing economic indicators, including industrial production and consumption.
Companies mentioned：中國國家統計局、財新
歐盟 is considering appointing an envoy to speak with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Former Finnish President Sauli Niinistö, viewed as a leading contender because of his distinctive diplomatic experience, could face obstacles because Finland joined 北約. He argues that Europe should lead engagement with Russia and strengthen its own defenses.
Companies mentioned：歐盟、歐盟執行委員會、北約、芬蘭國家廣播公司 (Yle)、金融時報 (Financial Times)、歐洲央行
The Chinese film "Mom from Prison" has sparked controversy because it stars a convict serving a sentence for a real-life case. 上海市電影局 announced on May 21 that screenings would be halted, citing violations during the film's filing and review process, and said it would investigate and handle the matter in accordance with the law.
Companies mentioned：上海市電影局、上觀新聞
Fueled by Nvidia's upbeat earnings and easing concerns over the Middle East situation, funds flowed back into risk assets. Taiwan's stock and foreign-exchange markets both rallied on 21, and the Taiwan dollar rose for a 2nd straight session, recovering to the 31.5 level.
Companies mentioned：輝達（NVIDIA）、元太外匯市場
The relocation project for Beigan's Zhongshan Junior High School in Lienchiang County is more than 20% behind schedule, prompting the county government to decide to terminate its contract with the contractor and pursue legal liability. The same contractor has also been criticized for poor quality on another road project, prompting councilors to question the county government's inadequate oversight.
Companies mentioned：連江縣議會、公共工程委員會、結構技師公會
An NTU study found that long-term care services combining medical care with daily-living support lead to greater improvements in disability after one year. The study urged the public to make good use of long-term care resources and view them as an opportunity to restore function and slow decline.
Companies mentioned：國立台灣大學公共衛生學院健康政策與管理研究所
A KPMG survey found that, in response to demand for AI and data centers, 54% of semiconductor companies expect revenue to grow by more than 11%, while industry confidence reached its third-highest level in 21 years. Company strategies include expanding hiring, upgrading systems and pursuing mergers and acquisitions, but risks remain, including uncertain customer demand and energy supplies.
Companies mentioned：KPMG安侯建業、勤業眾信
After a fire at the construction site of Taichung’s “Xinping Good House” social housing project, the National Housing and Urban Regeneration Center commissioned a third party to assess structural safety and pledged to demolish and rebuild the structure if any concerns are found. The move is intended to ensure accountability for public construction quality and guarantee the safety and earthquake resistance of future housing.
Companies mentioned：國家住宅及都市更新中心、台中市結構工程技師公會、內政部國土管理署
The Taiwan offices of 9 countries, including the United Kingdom, Australia and Canada, issued a joint statement reaffirming support for Taiwan’s participation in the World Health Assembly (WHA) as an observer, and stressing that there is no valid reason to exclude Taiwan.
Companies mentioned：英國在台辦事處、澳洲辦事處、加拿大駐台北貿易辦事處、法國在台協會、德國在台協會、日本台灣交流協會、立陶宛貿易代表處、紐西蘭商工辦事處、波蘭台北辦事處、世界衛生組織（WHO）、世界衛生大會（WHA）
In response to the possibility that former U.S. President Donald Trump could speak with President Lai Ching-te, the Mainland Affairs Council said that, if given the opportunity, President Lai would clearly state Taiwan’s position: The Chinese Communist Party’s military intimidation is the real threat to the region. The comments came after Trump said in an interview that he would speak with President Lai.
Companies mentioned：大陸委員會（陸委會）、外交部
Performer Lin Chi-ling announced that she had declined to take over as a board member of TAICCA, saying the weight of the title was “heavier than I imagined,” and that she wanted to avoid speculation and misunderstanding. TAICCA Chair Wang Shih-ssu expressed disappointment but stressed that the two sides’ plans to collaborate on film development would remain unchanged.
Companies mentioned：文化內容策進院、林志玲基金會
Original陸委會表示，海基會與海協會聯繫機制停擺10年，其原因為中方設定了台灣無法接受的「九二共識」政治前提。陸委會副主委梁文傑呼籲，擱置政治爭議，先就民生事務進行溝通。
Companies mentioned：大陸委員會（陸委會）、台灣海基會、中國大陸海協會
Asian markets mostly closed higher on the 21st, buoyed by prospects for Middle East peace talks and a preliminary labor agreement reached by Samsung Electronics. Seoul stocks surged more than 8%, while technology shares broadly advanced on positive NVIDIA earnings news.
Companies mentioned：三星電子 (Samsung Electronics)、美國太空探索科技公司 (SpaceX)、輝達 (NVIDIA)、激石集團 (Pepperstone Group)
The Taoyuan City team won the Wang Chen-chih youth baseball championship game, powered by Chiu Wen-yu’s 2 home runs, defeating the New Taipei City team 9-4. The victory earned Taoyuan City the right to represent the region in the Pony League’s Palomino-level Asia-Pacific tournament.
Companies mentioned：小馬聯盟 (PONY)
NVIDIA’s Taiwan headquarters is reportedly set to break ground on the 27th in the Beitou-Shilin Technology Park, with CEO Jensen Huang possibly attending. Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an said the city respects NVIDIA’s schedule and has established a task force to provide full assistance, but has not yet received the building design documents, and the groundbreaking date has not been set.
Companies mentioned：輝達 (NVIDIA)、台灣輝達經典股份有限公司、TVBS、台北市政府
移民署 will hold 三 career exploration camps in July and August for senior high and vocational school students. The activities will combine company visits and simulated workplaces to help children of new immigrants and local students explore future career paths.
Companies mentioned：移民署、精誠企業、巨大集團、奇美食品
A 58-year-old man surnamed Liu in Taoyuan owed more than NT$310,000 in accumulated debt after repeatedly driving drunk without a license and failing to pay health insurance premiums. 法務部行政執行署桃園分署 of the 法務部行政執行署 found that he had NT$500,000 in deposits and issued a garnishment order, successfully recovering the full amount owed.
Companies mentioned：法務部行政執行署桃園分署、桃園市政府交通事件裁決處、法務部行政執行署
Tesla announced that its advanced “FSD Supervised” driver-assistance system has launched in 10 countries and regions, including China. The move aims to use the company’s technological edge to recover falling sales and market share in China.
Companies mentioned：特斯拉 (Tesla)、中國乘聯會、荷蘭車輛管理局、IT之家、界面新聞
A member of the public posted on social media that ants had appeared in a National Palace Museum display case. The museum said it had followed standard procedures and that no artifacts were damaged. Staff removed the artifacts from display and used bait to control the ants, which were identified as belonging to the giant forest ant genus, with no record of posing a direct threat.
Companies mentioned：國立故宮博物院、Threads
經濟部 is planning to codify President Lai Ching-te’s NT$100 billion program by consolidating it with the existing “Small and Medium Enterprise Development Act.” The plan aims to provide long-term support for the transformation and upgrading of small, medium and micro businesses and traditional industries, as well as their export strategies, with a goal of submitting it for review in the next legislative session.
Companies mentioned：經濟部、總統府、行政院、立法院
An attack at a Japanese restaurant in Shanghai, China, recently left 3 people injured, including 2 Japanese nationals. Japanese Parliamentary Vice-Minister for Foreign Affairs Iwao Horii, who was visiting China, called on China to establish the facts. China said it was investigating.
Companies mentioned：產經新聞、亞太經濟合作會議 (APEC)
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Companies mentioned：Stride、TRIREC、Lightrock、星展銀行、日經亞洲、新加坡企業發展局 (Enterprise Singapore)、商業鏡報、緬甸環球新光報、馬來西亞投資、貿易及工業部、彭博、國際能源署、駐柬埔寨歐洲商會 (EuroCham)、Kiripost
Taiwan’s weather will remain stable and hot over the coming week, with highs reaching 34 degrees across the island and even higher temperatures near mountainous areas. As a front moves away, moisture levels will fall, but isolated afternoon showers are still possible, with rain areas expanding slightly over the weekend.
Companies mentioned：中央氣象署
文化部 has launched the “Piànn Tâi-gí” traveling exhibition and expanded its “Taiwanese-Speaking Families Program,” adding a community category to encourage people aged 18 and older to form groups and learn together. The program is also upgrading digital services and integrating LINE functions to expand opportunities to use Taiwanese.
Companies mentioned：文化部、松山文創園區、關懷文教基金會、台中教育大學、國立政治大學、李江却台語文教基金會、台語路協會
第一銀行 announced that it has become the first company in Taiwan to sign the international Finance for Biodiversity (FfB) Pledge. The move will integrate biodiversity into its ESG policies and sustainability strategy, with the aim of directing financial capital toward nature-positive development.
Companies mentioned：第一銀行
財政部國產署 has revised the rules for leasing state-owned land for afforestation and will announce 15 sites covering a total of 36.51 hectares on July 1. The new rules remove area restrictions, allowing individual sites of more than 0.5 hectares, in a bid to attract businesses to invest in afforestation and apply for carbon credits.
Companies mentioned：財政部國產署、環境部
台灣大哥大 and the 軟體公會 held a seminar to promote “intelligence-driven cybersecurity governance.” With AI accelerating attacks and malware-free attacks on the rise, Taiwan Mobile advocates shifting from “passive detection” to “proactive alerts” to help the government accurately assess intelligence and establish a proactive defense framework.
Companies mentioned：台灣大哥大、軟體公會、CrowdStrike
Taichung police tried to stop a suspicious car in the North District after noticing that the driver was not wearing a seat belt. The driver refused to comply and sped away. Officers smashed a window to try to stop the car when it became trapped in traffic, but the driver still escaped. A precinct chief sustained a minor hand injury during the incident.
Companies mentioned：台中市警局第二分局、永興派出所
AI chipmaker AMD announced an investment of more than US$10 billion in Taiwan’s industrial ecosystem and plans to work with packaging and testing firms ASE, SPIL and 力成 to build capacity for advanced packaging, including 2.5D and fan-out technologies, to meet strong demand for AI infrastructure.
Companies mentioned：超微 (AMD)、日月光半導體、矽品精密、力成、欣興、南電、景碩、台積電、輝達 (NVIDIA)、日月光投控
Landowners in Nantou County have won the return of land designated for schools that were never built, but they cannot use it because its status as “land reserved for public facilities” has not been lifted. Councilors questioned whether government inaction had harmed landowners’ rights. The county government said it had submitted a comprehensive review to the central government for consideration and would continue to follow up to speed up the process.
Companies mentioned：南投縣議會、南投縣政府、內政部、德興國小、富功國小、僑光國小
A junior high school girl in Kaohsiung was bullied over an extended period, but the school did not report the case. Mayor Chen Chi-mai said complaints could be made directly to the city government if the school’s process was unsatisfactory. The Education Bureau has intervened and set up an external investigation team, and arranged online classes and counseling for the student.
Companies mentioned：國民黨、高雄市教育局
President Lai Ching-te met with recipients of architecture awards and pledged that the government would continue to promote low-carbon, smart and resilient building development and foster a sustainable living environment through public-private cooperation, responding to climate change and advancing the transition to net zero by 2050.
Companies mentioned：台灣永續關懷協會
U.S. government data revealed that President Donald Trump made large-scale stock purchases and sales in 2026, including shares in Kura Sushi and Tesla. Because his trading targets were connected to national policies and diplomatic activities, the transactions prompted serious questions about conflicts of interest.
Companies mentioned：藏壽司 (Kura Sushi)、Kura Sushi USA、特斯拉 (Tesla)、蘋果 (Apple)、輝達 (NVIDIA)、奧多比 (Adobe)、甲骨文 (Oracle)、波音 (Boeing)、美國政府倫理辦公室 (OGE)、第一生命資產運用經濟研究所、上智大學、富比世 (Forbes)
The 日本東京都旅行業協會 visited Hsinchu City and toured historic sites with ties to the Japanese colonial period, including the Hsinchu City Glass Museum and the Hsinchu Prefectural Office. Hosted by the Hsinchu City government, the itinerary aimed to promote the old town’s history, culture and architectural aesthetics, and deepen tourism exchanges between Taiwan and Japan.
Companies mentioned：日本東京都旅行業協會、新竹市政府城市行銷處