# AI News 180m Report｜2026-05-31 21:00–24:00 JST｜Page 18 of 22

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 1200 items from 1 source; Taiwan, 943 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## U.S. man sentenced to 10 years for plotting to kill Iranian-American journalist

- Published: 2026-05-28T12:25:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605280081.aspx
- anchor: #n574518

Man involved in plot to kill Iranian-American journalist sentenced to 10 years in prison

## 台股盤中放量震盪守44500點 53千金曇花一現

- Published: 2026-05-28T12:22:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605280080.aspx
- anchor: #n574514
- Companies mentioned: 台積電、環球晶、台達電、聯發科、鴻海、日月光投控、聯電、南亞科、華邦電、旺宏

Taiwan stocks fluctuate after hitting a record high; AI-related shares lead gains as 台積電’s market value sets a record

## Government funding stabilizes the balance as Labor Insurance Fund resumes outsourced investments

- Published: 2026-05-28T12:18:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605280070.aspx
- anchor: #n574515
- Companies mentioned: 勞動基金運用局

勞動基金運用局 resumes outsourced domestic investments, totaling NT$55 billion over 5 years

## 東元AIDC營收拚占電力能源事業5成 不排除持續併購

- Published: 2026-05-28T12:17:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605280069.aspx
- anchor: #n574513
- Companies mentioned: 東元、Dynaciate

東元 is actively expanding into AI data centers, targeting a 50% revenue share and continuing to assess acquisition opportunities

## 世界先進: Second-half business conditions expected to outperform the first half; capacity remains insufficient to meet demand

- Published: 2026-05-28T12:14:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605280068.aspx
- anchor: #n574510
- Companies mentioned: 世界先進

世界先進 is optimistic about second-half business conditions; capacity is insufficient to meet demand, and it remains open to price adjustments

## Fu Kun-chi proposes 30 years of free social housing for families with 1 child; Liu Shih-fang: could crowd out others

- Published: 2026-05-28T12:13:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202605280067.aspx
- anchor: #n574511

Interior Ministry promotes housing for newlyweds and families with children; Liu Shih-fang responds to social housing policy and hiking safety issues

## Taichung woman in online romance attempts to send 300,000 to “boyfriend” for rescue; police and bank thwart scam twice

- Published: 2026-05-28T12:10:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202605280066.aspx
- anchor: #n574512

Taichung woman targeted in online romance scam; police and bank work together to thwart it twice

## Doing nails by day and packaging drugs at night; Taichung home used as drug factory, 3 charged

- Published: 2026-05-28T12:08:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202605280065.aspx
- anchor: #n574509

Drug manufacturing group using a Taichung nail salon as a cover busted; 3 people charged

## MLB老虎挫天使 李灝宇4支0未建功打擊率跌破2成

- Published: 2026-05-28T11:57:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202605280064.aspx
- anchor: #n574506
- Companies mentioned: MLB、デトロイト・タイガース、ロサンゼルス・エンゼルス

李灝宇が4打数無安打、打率が2割を切る。

## 台塑 posts losses for 2 consecutive years; Kuo Wen-pi apologizes and says this year’s results will turn profitable

- Published: 2026-05-28T11:56:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605280062.aspx
- anchor: #n574508
- Companies mentioned: 台塑、台塑石化、台塑美國

台塑 reported losses for 2 consecutive years but forecast a return to profitability in 2026

## 台塑 invests NT$29.2 billion in advanced products, targeting 3 fields including semiconductor applications

- Published: 2026-05-28T11:56:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605280063.aspx
- anchor: #n574507
- Companies mentioned: 台塑

台塑 invests NT$29.2 billion to drive business transformation in 3 areas, including semiconductors

## Beware of heat-related illness; Hualien County urges stronger summer management of agriculture, fisheries and livestock

- Published: 2026-05-28T11:54:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202605280061.aspx
- anchor: #n574501

Heat alert in Hualien; Agriculture Department urges stronger management of farming, fishing and animal husbandry

## New Taipei: Banqiao Aierli and Xinzhuang Guangze confirmed to have engaged in covert filming; ordered closed for 6 months

- Published: 2026-05-28T11:53:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202605280059.aspx
- anchor: #n574503
- Companies mentioned: 愛爾麗診所、光澤診所

Two New Taipei medical aesthetics clinics ordered to suspend operations for secretly filming patients

## U.S. unmanned surface vehicle successfully crosses Taiwan Strait, tracks Chinese warships

- Published: 2026-05-28T11:53:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ait/202605280060.aspx
- anchor: #n574502
- Companies mentioned: Seasats

U.S. unmanned vehicle crosses Taiwan Strait and monitors Chinese warships

## Qisda teams up with AMD on AI infrastructure; subsidiary Qisda and Jentech pursue cooling solutions

- Published: 2026-05-28T11:50:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605280058.aspx
- anchor: #n574504
- Companies mentioned: 明基佳世達集團、AMD、其曜科技、健策精密、其陽科技、明泰科技

Qisda teams up with AMD and Jentech on AI cooling and infrastructure

## Bridging urban-rural gap: 2 Kaohsiung library branches win reading promotion award

- Published: 2026-05-28T11:48:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202605280057.aspx
- anchor: #n574505
- Companies mentioned: 仁寶電腦

2 Kaohsiung library branches win reading promotion award

## Prosecutor penalized with 2 months’ salary for misconduct over meal with Wu Nai-ren; ruling final

- Published: 2026-05-28T11:41:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202605280056.aspx
- anchor: #n574500

Ruling finalized in case of prosecutor dining with Wu Nai-ren; 2 months’ salary penalty upheld

## U.S. sets 15% tariff on Taiwan auto parts; 東陽 says industry can return to fair competition

- Published: 2026-05-28T11:39:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605280054.aspx
- anchor: #n574499
- Companies mentioned: 東陽

U.S. cuts tariffs on Taiwan auto parts to 15%; 東陽 welcomes the move

## CPC Penghu office calls for blood donations, offering fuel cards to donors

- Published: 2026-05-28T11:39:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202605280055.aspx
- anchor: #n574498
- Companies mentioned: 台湾中油

CPC’s Penghu office holds blood drive to help ease shortages

## Spanish ruling party headquarters searched by police over alleged interference in judicial proceedings

- Published: 2026-05-28T11:35:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605280053.aspx
- anchor: #n574496

Spanish police search headquarters of ruling Spanish Socialist Workers’ Party

## Eslite enters Osaka’s Namba shopping district, opening its second Japan store after 8 years

- Published: 2026-05-28T11:33:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605280052.aspx
- anchor: #n574497
- Companies mentioned: 誠品生活、株式會社丸井、有隣堂

誠品生活 to open its second Japan store in Osaka’s Namba district in 2027

## Taichung man under the influence of drugs crashes into 10 cars; no injuries reported; prosecutors’ detention request approved

- Published: 2026-05-28T11:27:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202605280051.aspx
- anchor: #n574495

Man accused of drug-impaired driving and crashing into 10 cars detained

## Swiss media warn of Chinese espionage infiltration in Taiwan, raising concerns about threats to democracy

- Published: 2026-05-28T11:22:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605280050.aspx
- anchor: #n574494

Swiss media warn of the threat to Taiwan from Chinese espionage.

## New population strategy rolls out 18 measures as Health Ministry hopes to reverse birth rate trend

- Published: 2026-05-28T11:17:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605280049.aspx
- anchor: #n574492

Government rolls out 18 population measures, including child-rearing allowances.

## German scholar: China exploits Trump uncertainty to weaken Taiwan’s confidence in the US

- Published: 2026-05-28T11:16:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202605280048.aspx
- anchor: #n574493

German scholar analyzes how China is exploiting Trump’s policies to weaken Taiwan’s confidence in the US.

## Taichung police stop drug-impaired driving and bust zombie-vape packaging site, blocking supply from source to street

- Published: 2026-05-28T11:07:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202605280047.aspx
- anchor: #n574489

Taichung’s Dajia police have cracked down on drug-impaired driving and traced the supply chain to bust an etomidate packaging site.

## Chen Chong-wen case involves alleged perjury; 台智光 chairman Lee Ching-huang indicted

- Published: 2026-05-28T11:05:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202605280046.aspx
- anchor: #n574491
- Companies mentioned: 台智光、立錡雲端、康立錡、立展、國亨

台智光 chairman Lee Ching-huang has been indicted by prosecutors in Taipei for perjury in the Chen Chong-wen corruption case.

## Space debris streaks across Taitung sky; resident asks: “Can this one grant wishes?”

- Published: 2026-05-28T11:01:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202605280045.aspx
- anchor: #n574490

Space debris streaked across the night sky over Taitung; experts confirmed it was not a meteor.

## Think tank: Iran war depletes munitions; US arms deliveries depend on replenishing stockpiles

- Published: 2026-05-28T10:49:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605280044.aspx
- anchor: #n574487
- Companies mentioned: 雷神技術、洛克希德馬丁

A CSIS report says US forces have used large amounts of ammunition in the Iran war and replenishing stockpiles will take years.

## 東元 seeks equipment orders for 鴻海’s new plant, targets North American and Southeast Asian AIDCs

- Published: 2026-05-28T10:47:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605280043.aspx
- anchor: #n574488
- Companies mentioned: 東元、鴻海

東元 shareholders approved a dividend of 2 yuan, as the company actively pursues 鴻海 orders and expands in the AI data center market.

## Finance Ministry: Medical equipment rental expenses for people with disabilities can be claimed as medical expense deductions

- Published: 2026-05-28T10:47:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605280042.aspx
- anchor: #n574485

Taiwan’s Ministry of Finance announced that rental costs for medical assistive devices for people with disabilities are also eligible for medical expense deductions.

## Prosecutors seek 7 and a half years for 2 suspects in explosion at abandoned school in Zhuqi, Chiayi County

- Published: 2026-05-28T10:44:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202605280041.aspx
- anchor: #n574486

Prosecutors sought 7 years and 6 months in prison for 2 university students who made and used explosives in Chiayi County.

## Trump says Iran and Oman cannot control the strait; deal remains far off

- Published: 2026-05-28T10:39:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605280040.aspx
- anchor: #n574484

President Trump rejected a proposal for joint management of the Strait of Hormuz, as talks with Iran continue to stall.

## Israeli airstrike in Gaza kills new leader of Hamas armed wing

- Published: 2026-05-28T10:35:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605280039.aspx
- anchor: #n574483

Israel killed the leader of a Hamas armed faction in Gaza, with tensions continuing despite the ceasefire.

## TSMC hits record high of 2,360 yuan; market value climbs to 61.2 trillion

- Published: 2026-05-28T10:27:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605280038.aspx
- anchor: #n574482
- Companies mentioned: TSMC、NVIDIA、AMD、Quanta

TSMC shares hit a record high, with market value reaching 61.2 trillion yuan, buoyed by AI demand and strong ADR performance.

## TSMC surges to record 2,360 yuan; Taiwan stocks jump more than 600 points in morning trading to a new high

- Published: 2026-05-28T10:18:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605280037.aspx
- anchor: #n574481
- Companies mentioned: TSMC、MediaTek、Delta Electronics、UMC、ASE Technology、Foxconn、Nanya Technology、Winbond

Taiwan stocks hit a record high, led by TSMC, as the bull market continues.

## Matthew Perry ketamine death case: personal assistant sentenced to 3 years and 5 months

- Published: 2026-05-28T10:14:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/amov/202605280036.aspx
- anchor: #n574480

Matthew Perry ketamine death case: personal assistant sentenced.

## Li Zitong’s Nordic artist residency workshop explores violence and healing

- Published: 2026-05-28T10:07:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acul/202605280035.aspx
- anchor: #n574479
- Companies mentioned: M-Cult、Solu

Artist Li Zitong explores issues of violence and healing.

## New Taiwan dollar opens up 1 cent at 31.41

- Published: 2026-05-28T10:03:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605280033.aspx
- anchor: #n574478

The New Taiwan dollar opened slightly higher.

## Taiwan stocks open down 16 points

- Published: 2026-05-28T10:03:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605280034.aspx
- anchor: #n574477

Taipei stocks fell 16 points at the open.

## US stocks hit new highs and TSMC ADR sets a record; analysts say Taiwan stocks could make a first run at 45000 points

- Published: 2026-05-28T09:39:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605280032.aspx
- anchor: #n574475
- Companies mentioned: TSMC、ASE、UMC、NVIDIA、Micron

Taiwan stocks set sights on 45000 points; preferential US-Taiwan tariffs also take effect.

## Man suffers burns to 50% of his body in fire at abandoned building in Sanchong, New Taipei

- Published: 2026-05-28T09:38:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202605280031.aspx
- anchor: #n574476

Fire breaks out in an abandoned building in Sanchong District; 1 person seriously injured.

## US and Japan reaffirm importance of peace in Taiwan Strait; State Department opposes unilateral changes to status quo

- Published: 2026-05-28T09:31:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202605280030.aspx
- anchor: #n574474

US and Japan reaffirm commitment to maintaining peace in the Taiwan Strait.

## US launches new wave of attacks on Iran; explosions reported east of Bandar Abbas

- Published: 2026-05-28T09:18:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605280029.aspx
- anchor: #n574473

US forces attack Iran; explosion reported in Bandar Abbas.

## “A Chip Odyssey” screens in eastern US as New York office promotes Taiwan-US semiconductor talent training

- Published: 2026-05-28T09:18:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605280028.aspx
- anchor: #n574471
- Companies mentioned: 紐澤西理工學院、哥倫比亞大學

Taiwan’s representative office in New York promotes Taiwan-US semiconductor talent training and documentary screenings.

## Brazil election heats up as contest between Lula and Bolsonaro’s son draws attention

- Published: 2026-05-28T09:17:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605280027.aspx
- anchor: #n574472
- Companies mentioned: 巴西銀行

Brazil presidential election pits President Lula against Flavio Bolsonaro.

## Hormuz Strait talks stall; Trump warns Oman not to side with Iran

- Published: 2026-05-28T09:08:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605280026.aspx
- anchor: #n574470

Trump threatens to attack Oman if it cooperates with Iran.

## New Taipei, Tainan and Hualien brace for temperatures of 38 degrees; Wu Derong says rain and cooler weather will arrive on the 29th

- Published: 2026-05-28T09:07:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605280025.aspx
- anchor: #n574469

High temperatures are forecast across Taiwan, with rain expected as a front approaches.

## Biden faltered in debate; wife Jill says she wondered if he had suffered a stroke

- Published: 2026-05-28T08:58:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605280024.aspx
- anchor: #n574468
- Companies mentioned: 哥倫比亞廣播公司

Jill Biden said she feared Biden was having a stroke during the debate.

## Study: Every 1 fewer US service member in Germany means 0.5 fewer jobs, hurting local economy

- Published: 2026-05-28T08:57:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605280022.aspx
- anchor: #n574467

A research report examines the negative impact of reducing US troop deployments in Germany on the regional economy.

## NASA accelerates lunar base plans; robots to scout ahead this year

- Published: 2026-05-28T08:57:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ait/202605280023.aspx
- anchor: #n574466
- Companies mentioned: Blue Origin、Astrolab、Lunar Outpost

NASA will begin preliminary lunar surveys with robotic probes this year as it prepares to build a moon base.

## 早安世界》美對台灣非半導體232關稅優惠上路 汽車零組件稅率15%

- Published: 2026-05-28T08:52:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605285001.aspx
- anchor: #n574462
- Companies mentioned: NVIDIA、TSMC、MediaTek、Supermicro

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## Taiwan Railway construction causes signal failure, affecting 7 trains and causing a cumulative 118 minutes of delays

- Published: 2026-05-28T08:50:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605280021.aspx
- anchor: #n574463
- Companies mentioned: Taiwan Railways Corporation

A signal failure caused by construction on Taiwan Railway disrupted services and caused delays.

## 法國罕見5月酷熱 巴黎人迎早夏寧可適應不願靠冷氣

- Published: 2026-05-28T08:49:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605280019.aspx
- anchor: #n574465

パリで5月としては異例の猛暑が発生し、市民の生活習慣や行政の対応が報じられた。

## AI demand heats up; Marvell Technology expects custom chip business to exceed $10 billion

- Published: 2026-05-28T08:49:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605280020.aspx
- anchor: #n574464
- Companies mentioned: Marvell Technology、NVIDIA、Broadcom

Marvell Technology expects revenue to top $10 billion in fiscal 2029 as demand for custom AI chips grows.

## US stocks edge up as indexes extend record run; market remains focused on AI chips

- Published: 2026-05-28T08:26:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605280018.aspx
- anchor: #n574461
- Companies mentioned: 美光科技、輝達、超微、英特爾、台積電、SK海力士

US stocks hit new highs, with AI chip-related shares in focus.

## Former UK ambassador to US fails security vetting; reports link case to Chinese finance minister

- Published: 2026-05-28T08:09:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605280017.aspx
- anchor: #n574460
- Companies mentioned: Global Counsel、TikTok、Shein

Former US ambassador Peter Mandelson’s failure to pass security vetting and his ties to China’s finance minister have stirred controversy.

## Trump: Iran’s stalling tactics won’t work because I don’t care about midterm elections

- Published: 2026-05-28T06:52:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605280016.aspx
- anchor: #n574459
- Companies mentioned: CNN、New York Times

President Trump stressed that he does not care about the midterm elections in negotiations with Iran.

## Zverev advances in straight sets to French Open third round, eyes first Grand Slam title

- Published: 2026-05-28T06:35:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202605280015.aspx
- anchor: #n574458

Zverev advanced from the second round of the French Open and moved closer to his first title.

## Healthcare and consumer stocks gain, lifting Dow to record close

- Published: 2026-05-28T06:09:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605280014.aspx
- anchor: #n574457

The Dow hit a record high, led by healthcare and consumer stocks.

## Hopes for a US-Iran deal lift sentiment and send international oil prices lower

- Published: 2026-05-28T06:08:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605280013.aspx
- anchor: #n574456
- Companies mentioned: NYMEX

Oil prices plunged on hopes of a US-Iran peace deal.

## EU defense chief: European arms makers should produce large quantities of cheap weapons and abandon premium-product mindset

- Published: 2026-05-28T05:44:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605280012.aspx
- anchor: #n574455

The EU urged the defense industry to shift to mass production to support Ukraine.

## Trump-lookalike buffalo goes viral in Bangladesh; authorities rescue it from being used as a sacrifice

- Published: 2026-05-28T05:32:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605280011.aspx
- anchor: #n574454

A buffalo resembling Trump was rescued in Bangladesh.

## Turning away from Boeing, Canada to buy early warning aircraft from Sweden’s Saab

- Published: 2026-05-28T05:02:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605280010.aspx
- anchor: #n574453
- Companies mentioned: Saab、Boeing、Bombardier

Canada announced plans to buy Saab’s GlobalEye early warning aircraft to replace the Boeing option, aiming to reduce dependence on the US and strengthen Arctic defense.

## Djokovic advances to the last 32 at the French Open, continuing his pursuit of a 25th Grand Slam title

- Published: 2026-05-28T04:25:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202605280009.aspx
- anchor: #n574452

Djokovic advances to the last 32 at the French Open, continuing his bid for a record 25th career Grand Slam title.

## U.S. to cut crisis-response forces supporting NATO, nearly halving fighter and bomber numbers

- Published: 2026-05-28T03:32:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605280006.aspx
- anchor: #n574450

The United States plans to sharply reduce military support for NATO in crises, raising European concerns about a shift in defense responsibilities.

## Trump says U.S.-Iran talks are progressing well, but easing sanctions on Iran is not currently under consideration

- Published: 2026-05-28T03:32:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605280007.aspx
- anchor: #n574449

U.S.-Iran talks are progressing well, but sanctions remain in place; the United States stresses that Iran must not acquire nuclear weapons.

## Bloomberg: U.S. eases some tariffs on Taiwan to implement U.S.-Taiwan trade agreement

- Published: 2026-05-28T03:27:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202605283001.aspx
- anchor: #n574448

The United States eases some tariffs on Taiwan to implement a trade agreement.

## German startup secures funding to build the first laser fusion power plant

- Published: 2026-05-28T02:51:51+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://netzero.cna.com.tw/news/202605280008
- anchor: #n574451
- Companies mentioned: Focused Energy、RWE、Prime Movers Lab、Marvel Fusion、Proxima Fusion、Gauss Fusion

German startup Focused Energy receives $240 million in investment, aiming to build the world's first laser fusion power plant by 2035.

## North Korea test-fires its own version of HIMARS, AI-guided cruise missiles aimed at South Korea

- Published: 2026-05-28T02:37:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605280005.aspx
- anchor: #n574447

North Korea tests AI-guided cruise missiles and a copycat HIMARS rocket system.

## Hsieh Su-wei wins French Open mixed doubles opener, advances to the last 16 with German partner

- Published: 2026-05-28T02:16:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202605280004.aspx
- anchor: #n574446

Hsieh Su-wei wins her French Open mixed doubles opener and advances to the last 16.

## Rybakina suffers shock second-round exit at French Open after Ukrainian underdog stages comeback

- Published: 2026-05-28T02:09:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202605280003.aspx
- anchor: #n574445

Rybakina suffers shock second-round exit at the French Open.

## European shares close mixed amid uncertainty over U.S.-Iran talks

- Published: 2026-05-28T01:30:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605280002.aspx
- anchor: #n574444

European shares close mixed amid uncertainty over U.S.-Iran talks.

## Ebola outbreak spreads in DR Congo; Uganda closes border, WHO calls for ceasefire

- Published: 2026-05-28T00:57:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605270403.aspx
- anchor: #n574443

Uganda closes its border with Congo to prevent the spread of Ebola, while the WHO calls for a ceasefire.

## U.S. Section 232 tariff relief for Taiwanese non-semiconductor goods takes effect; auto parts tariff rate set at 15%

- Published: 2026-05-28T00:30:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202605270402.aspx
- anchor: #n574442

Taiwan and the United States implement an investment MOU, granting Section 232 tariff relief to non-semiconductor products.

## Dutch warship enters waters around the Paracel Islands on freedom-of-navigation mission

- Published: 2026-05-28T00:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202605270401.aspx
- anchor: #n574441

A Dutch warship enters the Paracel Islands on a freedom-of-navigation mission and is driven away by Chinese forces.

## Guardians end Dragons' 9-game winning streak; Li Dong-min: We are a formidable opponent

- Published: 2026-05-27T23:59:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202605270400.aspx
- anchor: #n574440
- Companies mentioned: 富邦悍將、味全龍

富邦悍將 defeated 味全龍, ending 味全龍's 9-game winning streak.

## Bloomberg: U.S. adjusts Section 232 tariffs on some Taiwanese products

- Published: 2026-05-27T23:34:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605273007.aspx
- anchor: #n574439

The United States adjusts Section 232 tariffs on some Taiwanese products, capping rates on auto parts and wood products at 15%.

## Brothers go scoreless for 28 innings, second-highest total in team history; suffer their second 6-game losing streak of the season

- Published: 2026-05-27T23:26:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202605270399.aspx
- anchor: #n574438
- Companies mentioned: 中信兄弟、台鋼雄鷹、統一7-ELEVEn獅

中信兄弟 lost 0-6 to 台鋼雄鷹 at Chengcing Lake Baseball Stadium, suffering their second 6-game losing streak of the season and setting the second-highest scoreless-inning total in team history at 28.

## Immigration agency plans AI seminar to boost digital skills among new immigrants

- Published: 2026-05-27T23:21:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605270398.aspx
- anchor: #n574437
- Companies mentioned: Google

The National Immigration Agency's Keelung City Service Station held an AI seminar, inviting expert Hsiao Chien-pei to teach new immigrants how to use AI tools to improve their lives and digital literacy.

## Jensen Huang: Nvidia has surprise products not yet announced; would be glad to invest in Taiwanese companies if given the opportunity

- Published: 2026-05-27T23:08:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605270397.aspx
- anchor: #n574435
- Companies mentioned: NVIDIA、廣達、台積電

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang said the company will have surprise new products in the second half of the year, praised 台積電's value and said he would be glad to invest in Taiwanese companies.

## Taiwan Lottery's No. 115129 Daily Cash 539 draw has 2 jackpot winners

- Published: 2026-05-27T23:06:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605270396.aspx
- anchor: #n574436
- Companies mentioned: 台灣彩券

The No. 115129 Daily Cash 539 draw was held, with 2 jackpot-winning tickets, each worth NT$8 million.

## Iranian intelligence ministry: U.S. and Israel have not abandoned efforts to overthrow Tehran government

- Published: 2026-05-27T23:03:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605270395.aspx
- anchor: #n574434
- Companies mentioned: SpaceX

Iran's Intelligence Ministry accused the United States and Israel of seeking to overthrow the Iranian government and of conducting sabotage through weapons smuggling and economic pressure.

## U.S. ambassador warns Spain to be “very cautious” about deepening ties with China

- Published: 2026-05-27T22:59:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605270394.aspx
- anchor: #n574433
- Companies mentioned: Huawei

The U.S. ambassador to Spain warned that Spain should be cautious about cooperation with China in key industries.

## Iran says draft agreement with U.S. would reopen Strait of Hormuz and lift naval blockade

- Published: 2026-05-27T22:56:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605270393.aspx
- anchor: #n574432

The United States and Iran reach a preliminary memorandum of understanding that aims to reopen shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.

## More than 600,000 personal data records leaked in Lithuania; prime minister says problems must be faced, not resignation

- Published: 2026-05-27T22:51:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605270392.aspx
- anchor: #n574431
- Companies mentioned: Centre of Registers

A leak exposed 600,000 personal data records in Lithuania. The prime minister ruled out resigning and stressed the need to resolve the problem.

## Officer surnamed Lin detained over alleged personal-data search; police agency says he will be suspended under regulations

- Published: 2026-05-27T22:39:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202605270391.aspx
- anchor: #n574430

A police agency officer was detained and suspended on suspicion of leaking personal data to a wealthy businessman.

## Guanxi, Hsinchu County, offers NT$5,000 for residency registration; more than 890 move in over 3 days

- Published: 2026-05-27T22:34:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202605270390.aspx
- anchor: #n574429

Guanxi Township's NT$5,000 incentive sparked a wave of address changes as it sought to preserve its council seats.

## Shinnosuke Abe's resignation over alleged domestic violence sparks backlash; more than 65,000 sign petition for his return

- Published: 2026-05-27T22:27:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202605270388.aspx
- anchor: #n574428
- Companies mentioned: 讀賣巨人隊

Shinnosuke Abe resigned amid assault allegations, but a fan petition calling for his return has surpassed 65,000 signatures.

## Markets optimistic about U.S.-Iran peace talks; international oil prices plunge 5%

- Published: 2026-05-27T22:27:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605270389.aspx
- anchor: #n574427

International oil prices plunged more than 5% amid hopes for progress in U.S.-Iran talks.

## On 250th anniversary of U.S. independence, AIT's Raymond Greene invokes founding fathers' lessons to promote democratic dialogue

- Published: 2026-05-27T22:22:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202605270387.aspx
- anchor: #n574426
- Companies mentioned: 台積電

AIT held a reception for the 250th anniversary of independence, highlighting the democratic ties and technology cooperation between the United States and Taiwan.

## Li Qiang visits Zhejiang, orders expansion of oil and grain reserves

- Published: 2026-05-27T22:17:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202605270386.aspx
- anchor: #n574424

Premier Li Qiang visited Zhejiang Province and ordered an expansion of oil and grain reserves.

## 2中國男自稱中醫疑涉醫療行為 檢警聲押獲准

- Published: 2026-05-27T22:16:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202605270385.aspx
- anchor: #n574425

2 Chinese men were detained on fraud suspicions after allegedly practicing medicine without qualifications.

## ASEAN finance / 智伸科's Singapore subsidiary acquires right-of-use assets for real estate from related parties

- Published: 2026-05-27T22:13:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605273006.aspx
- anchor: #n574423
- Companies mentioned: 智伸科、Global PMX Pte. Ltd.、建皇光電（越南）科技有限公司

智伸科 leased factory facilities in Ninh Binh Province, Vietnam, strengthening its production base.

## Underground substation chosen for Beishike; 台電 says construction will take about 6 to 7 years

- Published: 2026-05-27T22:08:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605270384.aspx
- anchor: #n574421
- Companies mentioned: 台電、NVIDIA

An underground substation has been selected for Beishike, with construction expected to take 6-7 years.

## China's Central Military Commission issues 26 measures to strengthen oversight of senior military officials

- Published: 2026-05-27T22:07:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202605270383.aspx
- anchor: #n574422

China's Central Military Commission issued 26 measures to strengthen management of military officials.

## Hungarian parliament votes to remain in International Criminal Court, reversing former prime minister's withdrawal decision

- Published: 2026-05-27T21:57:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605270382.aspx
- anchor: #n574420

Hungary's parliament reverses the decision to withdraw from the ICC and votes to remain.

## Online reports say grass at Keelung South Station became a rat nest; 台鐵 fined NT$9,600

- Published: 2026-05-27T21:54:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202605270381.aspx
- anchor: #n574419
- Companies mentioned: 台鐵

台鐵 was fined NT$9,600 over a rat problem at Keelung Station.

## Malaysia celebrates Eid al-Adha as Muslims pray and sacrifice animals to express devotion

- Published: 2026-05-27T21:44:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605270380.aspx
- anchor: #n574417
- Companies mentioned: Facebook

Eid al-Adha was celebrated in Malaysia, highlighting the spirit of sacrifice and devotion.

## Taiwan Lottery's No. 115129 Daily Cash 539 draw held

- Published: 2026-05-27T21:43:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605270379.aspx
- anchor: #n574418
- Companies mentioned: 台彩

The winning numbers were announced for Taiwan's Daily Cash 539 lottery, draw No. 115129.