# AI News 180m Report｜2026-05-22 18:00–21:00 JST｜Page 3 of 3

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 190 items from 1 source; Taiwan, 94 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## Emergency assistance from Southeast Asian representative offices abused; foreign affairs officials urge public to use resources responsibly

- Published: 2026-05-22T20:04:46+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202605220304.aspx
- anchor: #n471812

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has issued a warning about the misuse of emergency rescue resources in Southeast Asia.

## 中信金 to invest US$75 million in national financing guarantee mechanism supporting investment in the U.S.

- Published: 2026-05-22T20:03:42+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605220302.aspx
- anchor: #n471814
- Companies mentioned: 中信金、中信銀、玉山金、富邦金

中信金 invests US$75 million in a financing guarantee mechanism supporting companies investing in the United States.

## Finance Ministry announces 9 categories of venues subject to entertainment tax, including KTVs, internet cafes and escape rooms

- Published: 2026-05-22T20:03:06+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605220298.aspx
- anchor: #n471818

Taiwan's Ministry of Finance defined 9 categories of entertainment venues subject to tax.

## 24-player roster named for Nagoya Asian Games baseball training squad; university pitcher Lei Hao-bo selected

- Published: 2026-05-22T20:02:40+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202605220301.aspx
- anchor: #n471815
- Companies mentioned: 合作金庫、列特博生技、台壽霸龍、台灣電力

Nagoya Asian Games baseball training squad announces 24-player roster; Lei Hao-bo is the only university student.

## Can U.S. and Iran reach a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz? UAE official puts odds at 50%

- Published: 2026-05-22T19:59:37+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605220300.aspx
- anchor: #n471816

UAE official estimates the odds of a U.S.-Iran deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz at just 50%.

## Liu You-yun wins silver at Asian Taekwondo Championships; coach praises her willingness to use her tactics

- Published: 2026-05-22T19:53:31+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202605220297.aspx
- anchor: #n471773

Liu You-yun wins silver at the Asian Championships, with coach praising her tactical performance.

## Taiwan stocks surge 7,203 points in April, boosting retail investor confidence; securities settlement deposits hit record

- Published: 2026-05-22T19:52:29+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605220296.aspx
- anchor: #n471774

Taiwan stocks rally sharply in April, securities settlement deposits hit a record as market liquidity remains ample.

## Taiwan stocks surge 1,095 points this week, lifting listed companies' total market value to NT$137.8 trillion

- Published: 2026-05-22T19:47:38+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605220290.aspx
- anchor: #n471780

Taiwan stocks surge this week, with the index reaching a record high and total market value topping NT$137 trillion.

## Parking garages and shelters used as homes may face a vacancy tax of up to 4.8%, starting next year

- Published: 2026-05-22T19:43:27+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605220295.aspx
- anchor: #n471775

The Finance Ministry authorizes local governments to set property tax rates of up to 4.8% for parking garages and shelters whose use has been illegally changed.

## 和運租車 IPO application passes stock exchange review

- Published: 2026-05-22T19:43:25+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605220294.aspx
- anchor: #n471776
- Companies mentioned: 和運租車、和泰集團、台新證券

和運租車's IPO application passes stock exchange review.

## APEC SME working group meeting: Economic Affairs Ministry shares AI adoption in public infrastructure

- Published: 2026-05-22T19:43:22+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605220293.aspx
- anchor: #n471777
- Companies mentioned: 詠鋐智能

Taiwan shares examples of AI adoption in public infrastructure at APEC meeting and promotes digital transformation among small and medium-sized enterprises.

## Casting Helen in Nolan's new film The Odyssey sparks debate; Black actress responds forcefully

- Published: 2026-05-22T19:42:20+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/amov/202605220292.aspx
- anchor: #n471778
- Companies mentioned: 環球影業

Lupita Nyong'o responds forcefully to the casting controversy over Nolan's new film, defending the principle of diverse casting.

## Kinmen otter suspected to have died in snare trap; wildlife conservation group urges prompt reporting

- Published: 2026-05-22T19:41:18+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605220291.aspx
- anchor: #n471779
- Companies mentioned: 金門野保協會

Kinmen otter suspected to have died after getting caught in a trap; conservation group urges a reporting system to facilitate rescue efforts.

## Yu Jun-you seeks reason for drop in pitch velocity, hopes to build on his ability to conceal the ball

- Published: 2026-05-22T19:32:14+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202605220289.aspx
- anchor: #n471781
- Companies mentioned: 中信兄弟

中信兄弟 left-handed pitcher Yu Jun-you makes his first start in the top league and works to improve by adjusting his weight and building on his ability to conceal the ball.

## 大馬羽球大師賽 吳冠勳李佳馨止步8強創本季最佳

- Published: 2026-05-22T19:30:11+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202605220288.aspx
- anchor: #n471782

台灣混雙組合吳冠勳、李佳馨於馬來西亞羽球大師賽8強止步，創本季最佳成績。

## Taiwan stocks hit record, funds flow back; New Taiwan dollar rises to 31.4 intraday for its 3rd straight gain

- Published: 2026-05-22T19:27:30+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605220276.aspx
- anchor: #n471753

Taiwan stocks hit a record high amid the AI boom, while the Taiwan dollar edged up.

## Fraud rings target young people; Bank of Taipei Fubon teams up with New Taipei education authorities to fight scams

- Published: 2026-05-22T19:27:25+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605220269.aspx
- anchor: #n471760
- Companies mentioned: 台北富邦銀行、富邦人壽、聯邦銀行

Bank of Taipei Fubon and New Taipei City's Education Department work together to fight scams, while 聯邦銀行 adopts AI and partners with the High Prosecutors Office.

## Taipei: Guangze Sanmin branch violated patient privacy, ordered to suspend operations for 6 months

- Published: 2026-05-22T19:25:50+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202605220282.aspx
- anchor: #n471747
- Companies mentioned: 光澤醫美診所、愛爾麗

光澤医美診所三民店 was ordered to suspend operations for violating privacy.

## Cheng Li-wun to visit U.S.; Lo Wen-jia says she should explain the KMT's political direction to the public

- Published: 2026-05-22T19:24:09+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202605220287.aspx
- anchor: #n471742

Ahead of KMT Chair Cheng Li-wun's U.S. visit, the Straits Exchange Foundation urges her to explain her political direction to the public.

## Chinese-made TV in your home may be monitoring you; U.S. class action lawsuit exposes privacy risks

- Published: 2026-05-22T19:22:07+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605220286.aspx
- anchor: #n471743
- Companies mentioned: Hisense USA

Hisense Group faces a class action lawsuit in the U.S. over allegations that its smart TVs monitor users' privacy.

## Expansion of French data centers drives energy use higher; carbon emissions surge 23% in a year

- Published: 2026-05-22T19:22:05+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://netzero.cna.com.tw/news/202605220285/
- anchor: #n471744

Carbon emissions from French data centers have risen sharply amid AI development, raising concerns about environmental sustainability.

## Kinmen Deputy County Magistrate Li Wen-liang announces county magistrate bid, focuses on international development

- Published: 2026-05-22T19:22:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202605220284.aspx
- anchor: #n471745

Kinmen Deputy County Magistrate Li Wen-liang announces his bid for county magistrate, setting the stage for a multi-candidate race.

## Japan and the Philippines plan talks on intelligence sharing to strengthen Japan-U.S.-Philippines cooperation and counter China

- Published: 2026-05-22T19:18:01+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605220283.aspx
- anchor: #n471746

Japan and the Philippines have begun negotiations on a GSOMIA agreement to strengthen security and economic cooperation.

## Chung Yuan Christian University opens joint precision medicine laboratory to build a core research base

- Published: 2026-05-22T19:16:25+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202605220273.aspx
- anchor: #n471756
- Companies mentioned: 中原大学、中央研究院

中原大学が精密医療共構実験室を開設し、バイオメディカル研究の核心基地を構築。

## Starbucks 'Tank Day' controversy continues; South Korean civil servants' union calls for boycott

- Published: 2026-05-22T19:16:20+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605220274.aspx
- anchor: #n471755
- Companies mentioned: スターバックス、新世界グループ

韓国スターバックスの不適切キャンペーンにより、公務員組合による不買運動が発生。

## Anti-fraud board games and accessible cleaning vehicles: New Generation Design Exhibition showcases emerging designers' practical skills

- Published: 2026-05-22T19:15:56+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acul/202605220281.aspx
- anchor: #n471748
- Companies mentioned: 橘子集團、台灣山葉發動機、台灣博世舒適科技、牧羊人集團、汪喵星球、必應創造、兒童福利聯盟基金會

The 45th Young Designers' Exhibition has opened, showcasing achievements in industry-academia collaboration.

## Samsung wage agreement vote begins; employees in some non-chip divisions expected to oppose it

- Published: 2026-05-22T19:15:54+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605220280.aspx
- anchor: #n471749
- Companies mentioned: 三星電子

Some employees are opposing Samsung Electronics' wage agreement, and a vote is underway.

## 華安's net asset value per share falls below par; margin and short selling suspended from 5/25

- Published: 2026-05-22T19:14:52+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605220279.aspx
- anchor: #n471750
- Companies mentioned: 華安、三商壽、麗嬰房、光鼎

Margin trading suspensions for 華安 and resumptions for 3 companies were announced.

## New Peking opera Aida's Love sees Li Bao-chun take on a classic opera for the third time

- Published: 2026-05-22T19:13:50+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acul/202605220278.aspx
- anchor: #n471751
- Companies mentioned: 辜公亮文教基金會

Li Baochun's new Peking opera, '阿依達的愛,' will be staged in Taipei.

## Reports from Li Ke and others assess time needed to return; Felix continues preparing by staying in action

- Published: 2026-05-22T19:09:48+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202605220277.aspx
- anchor: #n471752
- Companies mentioned: 中信兄弟

中信兄弟 foreign pitcher Nelson is undergoing tests for an elbow problem, while Peña is working back into form in the minor leagues.

## Hidden camera found in X-ray room; Chiayi City clinic says it was obsolete equipment awaiting disposal

- Published: 2026-05-22T19:07:44+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202605220275.aspx
- anchor: #n471754
- Companies mentioned: 羅大徳診所

A hidden camera was found in an X-ray room at a clinic in Chiayi City; the clinic said it was old equipment.

## Taipei sets up negative-pressure smoking rooms; New Taipei says it will not follow suit for now

- Published: 2026-05-22T19:07:31+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202605220268.aspx
- anchor: #n471761

New Taipei City government rejects following Taipei's plan to set up negative-pressure smoking rooms and will continue designating smoke-free areas.

## Former Suntory chairman Takeshi Niinami escapes indictment in cannabis-related case

- Published: 2026-05-22T19:05:37+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605220272.aspx
- anchor: #n471757
- Companies mentioned: 三得利控股

Former Suntory chairman Takeshi Niinami cleared of indictment in smuggling case.

## Yu Jun-you's first start did not affect the outcome; he says more confidence in his pitches could have made a difference

- Published: 2026-05-22T19:04:35+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202605220271.aspx
- anchor: #n471758
- Companies mentioned: 中信兄弟、樂天桃猿

Yu Jun-you makes his first start in the top league; coaching staff hopes he will expand his pitch repertoire.

## 中華郵政 estimates upgrades at A7 complex will be completed in June; to recruit 1448 workers in second half of year

- Published: 2026-05-22T19:03:33+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605220270.aspx
- anchor: #n471759
- Companies mentioned: 中華郵政

中華郵政's A7 complex faces operational disruptions, with upgrades planned for June and a large-scale recruitment drive.

## Yan Yi-cai: Red Sea crisis 2.0 is unfolding, with ships fully booked across all routes

- Published: 2026-05-22T18:52:26+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605220267.aspx
- anchor: #n471700
- Companies mentioned: 台驊控股

Yang Yi-tsai, general manager of 台驊控股, said Red Sea Crisis 2.0 has led to shipping diversions and container shortages, driving freight rates sharply higher. He expects ships on all routes to be fully booked before mid-June.

## Leadership handover at Smart City Industry Alliance; 中保科 Chairman Lin Chien-han takes over

- Published: 2026-05-22T18:47:24+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605220266.aspx
- anchor: #n471701
- Companies mentioned: 中保科技、華碩電腦、台北市電腦公會

中保科技董事長林建涵接任台灣智慧城市產業聯盟（TSSA）第12任會長，將推動「韌性治理」與「Powered by Taiwan」國際輸出。

## Interview with Taiwan’s representative to Slovakia: Maintaining the status quo in the Taiwan Strait is a core interest of Taiwan and the United States

- Published: 2026-05-22T18:46:19+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202605220265.aspx
- anchor: #n471702

In an interview, Taiwan’s representative to Slovakia, Li Nan-yang, emphasized the status quo in the Taiwan Strait and Taiwan’s resilience.

## Prospects for US-Iran talks look promising; Asian stocks close higher across the board

- Published: 2026-05-22T18:43:20+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605220264.aspx
- anchor: #n471703
- Companies mentioned: SPI資產管理公司

US-Iran negotiations show signs of progress; Asian stocks rise across the board.

## Cross-Strait Film Festival opens 6/22; actors Dong Zijian and Zhang Songwen to visit Taiwan

- Published: 2026-05-22T18:41:17+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/amov/202605220263.aspx
- anchor: #n471704
- Companies mentioned: 秀泰影城

The Cross-Strait Film Festival will open on June 22, with several Chinese filmmakers visiting Taiwan for exchanges.

## 嘉泥 moves into Okinawa Toyosaki hot spring project, building dual hospitality sites

- Published: 2026-05-22T18:40:15+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605220262.aspx
- anchor: #n471705
- Companies mentioned: 嘉泥、台泥

嘉泥 is advancing its Okinawa Toyosaki hot spring project while maintaining growth in its dual cement and hospitality businesses.

## Foreign ministers of the US, Japan, Australia and India to hold Quad meeting in New Delhi on 5/26

- Published: 2026-05-22T18:38:13+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605220261.aspx
- anchor: #n471706

The Quad foreign ministers’ meeting will be held in India on May 26, with the foreign ministers of the US, Japan, Australia and India attending.

## Hsu Jo-hsi throws a 10K shutout in Japan’s minor leagues; Yeh Chun-chang says he has found what feels right

- Published: 2026-05-22T18:37:11+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202605220260.aspx
- anchor: #n471707
- Companies mentioned: 福岡軟銀鷹隊、味全龍隊

Hsu Jo-hsi throws a shutout in Japan’s minor leagues, showing the results of his adjustments.

## Penghu Marine and Fishery Vocational High School celebrates its 104th anniversary; administrative building unveiled and opened

- Published: 2026-05-22T18:37:09+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202605220259.aspx
- anchor: #n471708
- Companies mentioned: 國立澎湖高級海事水產職業學校

Penghu Marine and Fishery Vocational High School celebrated its 104th anniversary and opened its new administrative building.

## Measles cases reported at SEVENTEEN Tokyo Dome fan meeting; attendees urged to seek medical care promptly if symptoms appear

- Published: 2026-05-22T18:36:05+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605220258.aspx
- anchor: #n471709
- Companies mentioned: SEVENTEEN

Measles cases have emerged at a SEVENTEEN fan meeting in Tokyo as infections rise in Japan.

## 中國貿促會: Organize Chinese companies’ US exchanges at an appropriate time to deepen business cooperation

- Published: 2026-05-22T18:30:02+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202605220257.aspx
- anchor: #n471710
- Companies mentioned: 中國貿促會

中國貿促會 plans to organize mainland Chinese companies’ exchanges in the US to deepen business cooperation between China and the US.

## 中碳: Bullish on AI server supply chain, targets BBU materials

- Published: 2026-05-22T18:29:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605220256.aspx
- anchor: #n471711
- Companies mentioned: 中鋼碳素化學

中碳 is positioning itself in BBU materials and silicon carbide semiconductors, expanding its factories to meet demand from AI servers.

## Hsiung Ju-hsien still remembers the first time he saw a surrender certificate; he took on the responsibility of telling Gao Juhua’s White Terror story

- Published: 2026-05-22T18:26:15+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/amov/202605220235.aspx
- anchor: #n471668

A documentary about the White Terror has surpassed 1.2 million yuan in box office revenue.

## Investigation into former UK prince Andrew’s alleged misconduct likely to be lengthy

- Published: 2026-05-22T18:25:58+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605220255.aspx
- anchor: #n471659

British police are investigating allegations of misconduct by former prince Andrew during his tenure as a trade envoy, in a complex inquiry.

## Ministry of National Defense: Special military procurement budget will improve joint combat effectiveness, but capabilities such as all-domain surveillance must still be developed

- Published: 2026-05-22T18:25:51+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202605220236.aspx
- anchor: #n471667

The Ministry of National Defense reported on the significance of the special military procurement budget proposal and the need to further strengthen defense capabilities.

## Job prospects emerge after the Lunar New Year; April unemployment rate of 3.3% is the lowest for the same month in 26 years

- Published: 2026-05-22T18:24:19+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605220250.aspx
- anchor: #n471664
- Companies mentioned: 主計総処

Taiwan's April unemployment rate hit a 26-year low.

## Forum marking 30 years of direct presidential elections to be held on the 23rd, focusing on Taiwan’s democratic development

- Published: 2026-05-22T18:22:56+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202605220254.aspx
- anchor: #n471660
- Companies mentioned: 李登輝基金會、國史館

國史館 is holding an academic forum marking the 30th anniversary of direct presidential elections, examining Taiwan’s democratization and constitutional development.

## Man uses loudspeaker to shout “Come out and stand at attention” at police station; Taichung man fined under Social Order Maintenance Act

- Published: 2026-05-22T18:22:54+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202605220253.aspx
- anchor: #n471661

A man who harassed police outside a station with a loudspeaker was fined 3,000 yuan by the Taichung District Court under the Social Order Maintenance Act.

## Sunny to partly cloudy across Taiwan through the 26th; temperatures could reach 37 degrees

- Published: 2026-05-22T18:22:52+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605220252.aspx
- anchor: #n471662
- Companies mentioned: 中央気象署

Taiwan's high-temperature advisories and upcoming weather forecast.

## Yang Shuang-zi and Jin Ling’s first public event in the UK after winning an award; both recommend braised pork rice

- Published: 2026-05-22T18:22:16+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acul/202605220232.aspx
- anchor: #n471671
- Companies mentioned: Waterstones

Taiwanese author Yang Shuang-zi and translator Chin Ling won the International Booker Prize and held their first public event in London.

## Mainland Chinese stocks rebound after sharp swings; analysts say profit-taking in AI semiconductors has led to consolidation

- Published: 2026-05-22T18:21:49+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202605220251.aspx
- anchor: #n471663
- Companies mentioned: 星図金融研究院

Volatility in China's A-share market and market analysis.

## Basic design review approved for first section of the Kaohsiung-Pingtung Second Expressway project; construction aims to begin in September

- Published: 2026-05-22T18:21:40+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202605220225.aspx
- anchor: #n471678

The Public Construction Commission announced that the basic design review for contract C1 of the Pingtung section of the Kaohsiung-Pingtung Second Expressway has been approved, with construction expected to begin in September.

## TSMC receives conservation co-existence site certification, a first for a Taiwanese semiconductor company

- Published: 2026-05-22T18:21:21+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605220233.aspx
- anchor: #n471670
- Companies mentioned: TSMC

TSMC has become the first semiconductor company in Taiwan to receive OECM certification, bolstering its contribution to biodiversity.

## Hualien County government contract staff to receive raises of up to 1,000 yuan; 324 people expected to benefit

- Published: 2026-05-22T18:16:24+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202605220229.aspx
- anchor: #n471674
- Companies mentioned: 花蓮縣政府

Hualien County has raised pay for contract employees, affecting 324 people.

## 海基會：3名一貫道信徒5月在陸被拘禁

- Published: 2026-05-22T18:16:21+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202605220231.aspx
- anchor: #n471672
- Companies mentioned: 海基會、海協會

Three Yiguandao followers have been detained in China, and the Straits Exchange Foundation has urged people to refrain from traveling there.

## Nantou offers 10,000 in scholarships, hoping to encourage junior high students with strong vocational skills to pursue further studies locally

- Published: 2026-05-22T18:13:45+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202605220249.aspx
- anchor: #n471665
- Companies mentioned: 国立南投高商

Nantou County introduces a scholarship program for outstanding students in technical arts education.

## Students protest administrative negligence by throwing eggs on campus; Taipei’s Yongchun Senior High School hopes to open dialogue

- Published: 2026-05-22T18:11:20+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202605220237.aspx
- anchor: #n471666

A protest by students at Yongchun High School and the school's response.

## ASEAN Briefing, May 22, 2026

- Published: 2026-05-22T18:09:49+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605223001.aspx
- anchor: #n471658
- Companies mentioned: VinFast Auto Ltd.、京元電子、大馬華僑銀行、聯昌泰國銀行

Economic developments across ASEAN, including electric vehicle investment, tourism, semiconductor plant construction and revised economic growth forecasts.

## Lottery shop robbed in Daliao District; 16-year-old caught after stealing a car in Pingtung and committing crimes across county lines

- Published: 2026-05-22T18:08:14+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202605220234.aspx
- anchor: #n471669

A 16-year-old boy robbed a lottery outlet in Kaohsiung and was restrained by members of the public.

## Man wanted by police acts calm during a police check after illegally parking in a bus bay, but is arrested in Taichung

- Published: 2026-05-22T18:02:07+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202605220230.aspx
- anchor: #n471673
- Companies mentioned: 台中市警局第六分局

A wanted man was arrested in Taichung after being stopped for questioning over illegal parking.

## With local elections approaching, Ministry of the Interior urges public to verify legitimate political donation accounts to avoid scams

- Published: 2026-05-22T18:01:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202605220228.aspx
- anchor: #n471675

The Ministry of the Interior has urged proper political donations ahead of local elections.

## National Kaohsiung Normal University physics team develops auditory technology to help the brain relax

- Published: 2026-05-22T18:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202605220227.aspx
- anchor: #n471676
- Companies mentioned: 國立高雄師範大學、國軍高雄總醫院、奇美醫院

National Kaohsiung Normal University has developed sound technology that relaxes the brain.

## Kaohsiung KTV accused of having tableware apparently chewed by rats; Health Bureau inspection orders improvements by deadline

- Published: 2026-05-22T17:57:58+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202605220226.aspx
- anchor: #n471677

A KTV in Kaohsiung’s Zuoying District was accused of having tableware chewed by rats; after an inspection, the Health Bureau ordered improvements to environmental sanitation by a deadline.

## Slow Food movement founder Carlo Petrini dies at 76

- Published: 2026-05-22T17:53:54+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605220224.aspx
- anchor: #n471679
- Companies mentioned: International Slow Food Organization、University of Gastronomic Sciences

Slow Food movement founder Carlo Petrini died in Italy at the age of 76.

## Asian Taekwondo Championships: Liu You-yun wins silver, ending Taiwan’s 8-year medal drought

- Published: 2026-05-22T17:53:52+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202605220223.aspx
- anchor: #n471567

Liu Youyun won a silver medal at the Asian Taekwondo Championships.

## Relatives of Ma Ying-jeou file petition for a declaration of assistance; Taipei District Court has received and assigned the case

- Published: 2026-05-22T17:53:44+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202605220217.aspx
- anchor: #n471573
- Companies mentioned: 馬英九基金会

Ma Ying-jeou's relatives applied for a declaration of assistance, prompting Ma himself to object.

## 2025 mainland China population sample survey finds population fell by 6.32 million over 5 years

- Published: 2026-05-22T17:52:50+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202605220222.aspx
- anchor: #n471568
- Companies mentioned: 中国国家統計局

China's population has declined for the first time, as its low birthrate and aging population accelerate.

## Hsu Jo-hsi pitches well in Japan’s minor leagues; manager says return to the first team could come sooner

- Published: 2026-05-22T17:51:48+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202605220221.aspx
- anchor: #n471569
- Companies mentioned: 福岡ソフトバンクホークス、広島東洋カープ

Xu Ruoxi pitched a shutout in the minor leagues, bringing a return to the top team closer.

## Atmospheric circulation brings heavy rain to many parts of China recently

- Published: 2026-05-22T17:50:45+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202605220220.aspx
- anchor: #n471570
- Companies mentioned: 央視新聞、中国中央気象台

Record-breaking heavy rain has hit wide areas of mainland China, caused by unusual atmospheric circulation.

## National Central University studies unusual tsunami after Japan’s Noto earthquake; underwater landslide was key

- Published: 2026-05-22T17:50:43+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605220219.aspx
- anchor: #n471571

A Central University team identified an undersea landslide as the cause of the anomalous tsunami triggered by the Noto earthquake.

## To prevent hantavirus, Keelung City Government announces 10 inspection priorities; violations will be fined

- Published: 2026-05-22T17:48:41+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202605220218.aspx
- anchor: #n471572

Keelung City has introduced strict inspections and penalties for markets and eateries as part of hantavirus prevention measures.

## Accused of being “Green cronies,” 碳基 says it received no subsidies and undertook only 1 contract

- Published: 2026-05-22T17:45:37+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202605220216.aspx
- anchor: #n471574
- Companies mentioned: 炭基科技

炭基科技 Chairman Chen Wen-hung rejected allegations of political ties, stressing that the company operates legally and reserves its legal rights.

## 碳基科技 plans to sue; KMT says it will not stop exposing wrongdoing and carrying out oversight

- Published: 2026-05-22T17:43:35+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202605220215.aspx
- anchor: #n471575
- Companies mentioned: 炭基科技

A KMT legislator criticized 炭基科技 for receiving government budget funds, prompting the company to consider legal action.

## 台灣大虛擬資產交易所週年 7成交易為小額投資

- Published: 2026-05-22T17:40:33+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605220214.aspx
- anchor: #n471576
- Companies mentioned: 台灣大虛擬資產交易所、富昇數位

台灣大虛擬資產交易所 marks its anniversary as its user base shifts toward mainstream and steady investors.

## Taichung MRT carries out track replacement in-house for the first time, cutting costs and building maintenance expertise

- Published: 2026-05-22T17:36:30+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605220213.aspx
- anchor: #n471577
- Companies mentioned: 台中捷運公司

Taichung MRT has carried out a track replacement project in-house for the first time, strengthening its independent maintenance capabilities.

## US ambassador to Japan: We remain committed to maintaining the status quo in the Taiwan Strait

- Published: 2026-05-22T17:35:28+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605220212.aspx
- anchor: #n471578

US and Japanese diplomats reaffirm the importance of the status quo in the Taiwan Strait and the US-Japan alliance.

## Turkish President Erdoğan orders closure of liberal private university in Istanbul

- Published: 2026-05-22T17:34:26+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605220211.aspx
- anchor: #n471579
- Companies mentioned: 比爾基大學

The Turkish president has ordered the closure of a prominent liberal private university, drawing concern from the academic community.

## Can iron supplements help with weight loss? Nutritionist warns excess can cause poisoning and harm health

- Published: 2026-05-22T17:34:24+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605220210.aspx
- anchor: #n471580

Nutritionist Wu Yueci offers iron supplement advice for people trying to lose weight, emphasizing food first and the risks of excessive intake.

## 中石化 Chairman Chen Jui-lung announces resignation after chairing annual shareholders’ meeting

- Published: 2026-05-22T17:32:22+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605220209.aspx
- anchor: #n471581
- Companies mentioned: 中石化、鼎越開發、中工

中石化 Chairman Chen Jui-lung resigned after the shareholders’ meeting; he has been indicted in the Jinghua City corruption case.