AI News 180m Report

2026-06-09 18:00–21:00 JST

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One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 96 items from 1 source; Taiwan, 95 items from 1 source.

One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

Taiwan | 中央社 CNA (continued)(95)

特力屋’s application for a stock market listing passes Taiwan Stock Exchange review

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Taiwanese home-improvement retailer 特力屋 has passed the Taiwan Stock Exchange’s listing review. Its capital is NT$960 million, and its pretax net profit for the first quarter of 2026 was NT$143 million.

Companies mentioned:特力屋

After removing silver wattle, Forestry Research Institute switches to direct seeding to reduce labor in forest restoration

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

The Forestry Research Institute found that sowing seeds of native tree species directly on site after removing silver wattle requires less labor and produces lower carbon emissions than the traditional method of transporting and planting saplings, helping restore coastal ecosystems.

Councilors criticize unclear standards for smoking-area locations; Chiang Wan-an pledges to consider guidelines

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

During a general questioning session at the Taipei City Council, councilors sharply criticized Mayor Chiang Wan-an’s smoke-free city policy, saying unclear standards for locating smoking areas had led to sites being placed next to parks and kindergartens, sparking public anger. The mayor pledged to present improvement guidelines within 一 month.

Companies mentioned:台北市政府、台北市議會、民進黨、社民黨、大安區健康服務中心

Gunfire on Banqiao street: Man flees in car after refusing police stop, arrested after officers fire 8 shots

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

On the afternoon of the 9th in Banqiao District, New Taipei City, a man ignored police attempts to stop him and fled by car. Officers fired 8 shots and arrested him. Drugs were found in the car, and he is suspected of driving under the influence of drugs.

As ties gradually recover, videos selling North Korean goods surface online in China

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Numerous videos promoting cheap North Korean labor and selling goods manufactured there have appeared on Chinese social media, signaling a recovery in China-North Korea relations. However, the activity may violate United Nations sanctions banning the establishment of joint ventures in North Korea.

Companies mentioned:紐約時報、抖音、小紅書、每日北韓 (Daily NK)、國家安保戰略研究所

Ballot shortages in South Korean election spark crisis of confidence; public protests for days demand a new vote

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Shortages of ballots at some polling stations in South Korea’s local elections have sparked protests in Seoul for 5 consecutive days, with demonstrators demanding a new election. The crowds have dwindled from tens of thousands over the weekend, but their demands have escalated to allegations of election fraud.

Companies mentioned:韓國中央選舉管理委員會、改革新黨

Original元大投信少數股東赴金管會陳情 質疑股權價值遭低估

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Original元大金控計劃將元大投信納為100%子公司,部分少數股東質疑股權價值遭低估,赴金管會陳情,要求建立少數股東保護機制。

Companies mentioned:元大金控、元大投信、宝来証券

Shareholders say value of their stakes is undervalued; financial regulator refers case to 元大投信

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Original元大金控推動股份轉換案,旨在將元大投信納為100%子公司,但部分少數股東認為換股比例低估其股權價值而向金管會陳情。金管會回應,現行法規已提供股東異議的救濟管道,已將案件轉由元大投信處理。

Companies mentioned:元大金融控股股份有限公司、元大證券投資信託股份有限公司

Workplace accident in Taipei’s Beitou District leaves foreign migrant worker dead while working alone

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

An Indonesian male worker was injured in the head while working alone on a conveyor belt at a gravel quarry in Taipei’s Beitou District, then fell into a pool of water and died. Police and the labor bureau have begun an investigation.

UBS: Global wealth transfer of $83 trillion set to reshape wealth management

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

A UBS report forecasts a global wealth transfer of $83 trillion over the next 20-30 years, set to reshape wealth management. The focus of succession is shifting from assets to responsibility and family mission, highlighting the importance of establishing governance frameworks and communicating across generations early.

Companies mentioned:瑞銀 (UBS)

Philanthropic group donates forensic equipment; world’s first AI system launched

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

A philanthropic group donated 2 high-end CT scanners worth 56 million and a world-first AI imaging system to 法務部法醫研究所 to improve the accuracy and efficiency of judicial examinations, reduce invasive autopsies and preserve the dignity of the deceased.

Companies mentioned:法務部法醫研究所、最高檢察署、台灣高等檢察署、台灣大學法醫研究所

Risk of localized heavy rain continues in central and southern Taiwan; roundup of closures across Taiwan on the 10th [Live updates]

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Taiwan’s Central Weather Administration forecast continued heavy rain in the south due to a stationary front and southwesterly winds. It released information on school and work closures across Taiwan on the 10th, with special measures in place in 5 districts of Kaohsiung City.

Rainfall in mountainous areas still meets closure threshold; 5 Kaohsiung districts, including Namaxia, suspend work and classes on June 10

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

The Kaohsiung City Government announced that work and classes would be suspended on June 10 in 5 administrative districts—Namaxia, Taoyuan, Jiasian, Liugui and Maolin—because rainfall in mountainous areas still met the threshold for closures, in order to protect residents’ safety.

Call for Trump to accelerate arms sales; US think tank scholar says Taiwan needs US weapons now

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

An expert at US think tank CSIS urged the Trump administration to accelerate a $14 billion arms sale to Taiwan. Including $30 billion in weapons yet to be delivered, delays benefit China and weaken regional deterrence, the expert warned.

Companies mentioned:CSIS

Original貨櫃三雄5月營收勁揚 業者:海運搶艙湧現

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

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Companies mentioned:長榮海運、陽明海運、萬海航運

Explosion at home on Gaocui Road in Hsinchu City kills 2; prosecutors say collapsed wall likely dealt fatal blow

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

A gas explosion struck a home on Gaocui Road in Hsinchu City early on the 9th, killing 2 people. A preliminary police and prosecutors’ investigation found the victims died of traumatic shock after being struck by a collapsing wall. A gas leak is suspected as the cause.

Companies mentioned:新竹地檢署、新竹市消防局、新竹市政府

Original榮昌5月天線產品出貨增 WiFi7相關占比逾50%

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Original榮昌科技5月合併營收月增7.8%,達新台幣1億916萬元,為去年9月後單月新高。主要動能來自網通客戶追加天線產品訂單,其中WiFi7相關產品占比超過50%。

Chinese and North Korean state media differ in coverage of Xi-Kim summit, revealing Beijing’s and Pyongyang’s calculations

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Original中國與北韓官媒對習金會的報導重點各異。中國新華社強調務實合作與交流,北韓中央通信社則著重「特殊關係」與政權尊嚴,並淡化依賴感,重塑為平等夥伴關係。

Companies mentioned:新華社、北韓中央通信社、慶南大學、南韓統一研究院、新加坡國立大學

Wang Jing takes on multiple personalities in new drama, works with coach to develop distinct voices

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

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Companies mentioned:Netflix

Opening event for Pingtung 3D Tourism Carnival postponed due to rain

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

The Pingtung County Government announced that the opening event and inaugural tour for the “Pingtung 3D Tourism Carnival—Pingtung Super Sensory Experience,” scheduled for June 12 to 14, have been postponed because of recent rain. New dates will be announced later.

Original上市櫃投資海外地區首季增額3627億 創歷年同期新高

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

The Financial Supervisory Commission said overseas investments by listed and OTC companies, excluding China, rose NT$362.7 billion quarter over quarter in Q1, a record for the period, driven mainly by semiconductor companies’ needs related to acquisitions and factory expansions. Buoyed by the AI boom, overseas investment gains also hit a record at NT$296.1 billion.

Companies mentioned:金融監督管理委員會

Original六角、聯發國際寫最旺5月營收 手搖飲壯大餐食陣容

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Original六角國際與聯發國際5月及前5月營收創同期新高,受惠於茶飲市場需求暢旺及全球展店效益。兩家公司積極跨足餐飲事業,六角旗下王座國際併購養心餐飲,聯發國際成立餐食事業公司,目標3年內達100店規模。

Companies mentioned:六角國際、聯發國際、王座國際、翰林茶館、養心餐飲

New solar rules set to take effect; 內政部 says impact on construction costs will be minimal

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

To meet Taiwan’s 2050 net-zero target, new buildings with more than a thousand square meters of floor area will be required to install rooftop solar panels starting August 1. 內政部 estimates costs at under 2 million, with payback in 12 years, and says the impact on construction costs will be minor. Structural and fire-safety measures are also in place.

Companies mentioned:內政部、經濟部、國土管理署、消防署、建築師公會、光電公會、不動產開發業、工業技術研究院

“Southern Taiwan tycoon” Hou Hsi-feng returns to Kuen Yang board; next-generation family succession draws attention

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

國揚實業 shareholders elected a new board, with founder Hou Hsi-feng returning to the board after 28 years and his daughter Hou Chia-chi also elected as a director, drawing market attention to the family’s succession plans. General manager Peng Shao-ling said property market controls had cooled buying interest, while construction costs had risen 10% due to higher wages and raw material prices.

Companies mentioned:國揚實業、國揚集團、漢神百貨、漢來飯店

Cross-strait religious exchanges should comply with law and be risk-aware, 內政部 says

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

At a forum in Penghu, 內政部 reminded religious groups to comply with the law and be aware of risks when engaging in cross-strait exchanges, and to uphold the principles of equality, dignity, and healthy, orderly engagement. Minister Liu Shih-fang also encouraged religious groups to take disaster-prevention training to strengthen community resilience and safety.

Companies mentioned:內政部

Tainan delegation heads to Seoul International Food Show to promote agricultural innovation

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

The Tainan City Government is leading 8 quality companies to the 2026 Seoul International Food Show in South Korea, where they will set up a Tainan pavilion to promote agricultural innovation. Products include popping boba, ready-to-eat tapioca pearls and natural fruit juice. The delegation aims to deepen its presence in the South Korean market and expand overseas business opportunities.

Nam Min-jeong serves as tour guide, taking Tsai Chang-hsien and Huang Di-yang on a fun trip around Taiwan

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

The new travel program “The Shape of the World,” hosted by Tsai Chang-hsien and Huang Di-yang, invites foreign residents of Taiwan to act as guides and explore the island from unique perspectives. In the South Korea episode, cheerleader Nam Min-jeong leads the hosts in experiencing Korean culture in Tainan, showcasing an entertaining cultural fusion.

Councilor reveals surge in sexual misconduct cases on Taipei Metro; Chiang Wan-an pledges to consider barring perpetrators

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

City councilor Miao Po-ya revealed a major discrepancy between police and Taipei Metro statistics on sexual misconduct cases, with police figures surging while the metro’s figures declined, raising questions about failures in reporting and communication. Mayor Chiang Wan-an pledged to investigate the reasons and consider refusing service to repeat offenders.

Companies mentioned:台北捷運公司、台北市警察局、社民黨

Legislator and civic groups hold forum on digital divide and school lunch issues

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

民進黨 lawmakers and parent groups held a forum to discuss education issues including the AI digital divide, school lunches and teacher compensation. The government has proposed an AI talent program with a budget of ten billion and is expected to respond to teachers’ pay raise demands in July.

Companies mentioned:民進黨、台北市國小學生家長會聯合會、教育部、國教院、行政院、勞動部

Estonia amends law to curb Russian influence in churches; Supreme Court rules it constitutional

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Estonia’s Supreme Court ruled constitutional amendments to the “Churches and Religious Associations Act,” which addresses the risk of Russian influence in churches. The law requires religious organizations to sever ties with foreign entities that threaten national security. The interior minister said Orthodox groups in the country must end their subordination to the Moscow Patriarchate.

G-Way: First-half orders grow 5 times, company wins several major international projects

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

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Companies mentioned:Flyover Attractions

Finance ministry: Export boom to continue with 3 bright spots; September may set record for 35 straight months of growth

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Original財政部統計處長蔡美娜表示,台灣5月出口創歷年單月次高,受惠AI商機,預期短期內將出現三大亮點:每季出口值超過2000億美元、上半年創近16年最強成長、9月有望打破「連35紅」最長上升週期紀錄。

Cho Jung-tai: New population strategy to build a “three-way partnership” among parents, businesses and government

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Original行政院長卓榮泰宣布人口對策新戰略,將建立父母、企業、政府的「鐵三角」夥伴關係,透過補助和租稅優惠鼓勵企業設置托育設施,以應對低生育率。

Companies mentioned:行政院

Russian airstrike hits Ukraine’s Kharkiv region, killing 3 and injuring 10

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Russian forces launched an airstrike on Ukraine’s Kharkiv region on the 9th, killing 3 and injuring 10 in the city of Chuhuiv. The strike sparked a major fire and damaged vehicles and homes, underscoring the continued escalation of Russian attacks on civilian targets.

Companies mentioned:聯合國

National Cultural Conference opens in northern Taiwan to shape the future of cultural values

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

The Ministry of Culture held regional forums for the “2026 National Cultural Congress” in Taipei under the theme “The Future,” exploring cultural challenges and opportunities in the AI era. The congress focused on 四 major issues: local culture, heritage preservation, youth participation and international strategy, aiming to build consensus and ensure the transmission of Taiwan’s cultural values.

Companies mentioned:資策會數位轉型研究院、國立台北藝術大學、台灣歌仔戲推廣基金會、少年報導者、B.DANCE丞舞製作團隊

Merger of 台新新光金’s investment advisory subsidiaries approved; aims to become financial holding company’s investment brain

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Two investment advisory subsidiaries under 台新新光金 Financial Holding—Taishin Investment Trust and 元富投顧—announced a merger, with Taishin Investment Trust as the surviving company. The move aims to consolidate research resources and improve operational efficiency, with the goal of becoming the financial holding company’s “investment brain.”

Companies mentioned:台新新光金、台新證券投資顧問股份有限公司、元富投顧

Land sales begin at Gukeng Industrial Value-Added Park; more than 100 attend briefing

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Yunlin County’s Gukeng Industrial Value-Added Park has launched recruitment of investors, releasing an initial 40 plots of land. The park is expected to be completed in mid-118 and could create 3000 jobs and generate annual output of NT$10.2 billion.

Army 十th Corps conducts live-fire TOW missile training; hit rate reaches 100%

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

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Companies mentioned:陸軍第十軍團

Traceable-source restaurants offer peace of mind: participation grows from 4 to 1600 in 13 years

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

The Taiwan Agriculture Cross-Disciplinary Development Association (AMOT) has promoted its traceable-source restaurant program since 2013, growing from an initial 4 restaurants to about 1600 today. It also held the 11th Star-Rated Traceable-Source Restaurant Awards, highlighting the Taiwanese food service industry’s achievements in ingredient traceability, low-carbon supply chains and sustainable dining.

Companies mentioned:王品、麥當勞

President Lai inspects drone alliance gathering; Thunder Tiger showcases aerial and maritime unmanned vehicles

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Taiwan President Lai Ching-te inspected the “Taiwan Excellence Drone Overseas Business Alliance Gathering,” where Thunder Tiger Technology showcased its latest drone and unmanned vessel technologies. The company has obtained the U.S. Department of Defense’s Blue UAS certification and highlighted its competitiveness in international markets.

Companies mentioned:漢翔航空工業、Shield AI

Credit card spending reached NT$1.66 trillion in the first 4 months, a record for the same period

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

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Companies mentioned:LINE Pay Money、街口支付、一卡通票證、全支付、悠遊卡

Strategic high-tech goods export control list adds 265 entities linked to weapons proliferation

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Taiwan’s International Trade Administration under the Ministry of Economic Affairs added 265 new entities linked to weapons proliferation from Iran, Russia, China, the UAE and elsewhere to its strategic advanced technology products export control list, and removed 13 entities. More than 11,480 organizations and individuals are now subject to controls.

Tainan Girls’ Senior High School honor guard visits Kyoto for exchange, using music to deepen ties between Taiwanese and Japanese youth

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

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Companies mentioned:京都光華高校、財團法人台南市台日文化友好交流基金會

Wenhu Line experiences brief disruption; 190 passengers transfer trains at Zhongshan Junior High School Station

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

A train door malfunction alert disrupted Taipei Metro’s Wenhu Line on the afternoon of June 9, prompting about 190 passengers to transfer trains at Zhongshan Junior High School Station. Service across the line has since returned to normal, but the app briefly advised passengers to allow an extra 15 minutes for their commute.

Companies mentioned:台北捷運公司

Pilot guidelines for certifying AI talent in public service aim to build talent ecosystem through public-private collaboration

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Taiwan’s Ministry of Digital Affairs and Directorate-General of Personnel Administration of the Executive Yuan released a beta version of AI talent certification guidelines for civil servants. The guidelines draw on private-sector certifications from AWS, Google and Microsoft, among others, to build an AI talent ecosystem through public-private collaboration.

Companies mentioned:AWS、Google、Microsoft、経済部iPAS

China Coast Guard enters Japan’s Yonaguni Island EEZ, claims jurisdiction for the first time

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

On June 3, 2 Chinese coast guard vessels entered Japan’s EEZ south of Yonaguni Island in Okinawa Prefecture and claimed it was Chinese jurisdictional waters. This was the first time 中国海警局 claimed jurisdiction in the area. The Japanese government lodged a protest and continues surveillance.

Companies mentioned:中国海警局、日本海上保安庁、日本放送協會(NHK)、MarineTraffic

Bloomberg: Taiwan Strait war would shock global economy; EU could lose $2 trillion in first year

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

彭博經濟研究 says a war between the United States and China over Taiwan would shrink global GDP by more than 8%, with the EU suffering about $2 trillion in economic losses in the first year and Germany hit hardest. The research also found Europe is unprepared for a Taiwan Strait crisis and that a shift in U.S. policy means Europe needs to respond more autonomously.

Companies mentioned:彭博經濟研究、歐洲價值安全政策中心

No Taiwan independence issue, Hsiao says; Taiwan will maintain status quo with dignity

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Mainland Affairs Council Minister Chiu Chui-cheng said there is no Taiwan independence issue at this stage, only the issue of being unified. The government adheres to its 四 principles and will maintain the status quo with dignity, he said, adding that the Chinese Communist Party is the source of attempts to change the status quo in the Taiwan Strait.

Companies mentioned:民進党、国民党

Lu Shiow-yen visits Germany, promotes exchanges on city governance and green energy

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Taichung Mayor Lu Shiow-yen led a delegation to Germany, meeting with the Brandenburg state parliament and Berlin city government to discuss city governance, green energy policy, transportation, education, culture and industry, and share strategies for the energy transition.

Premier Cho hopes 166 public-sector childcare facilities will lead the way in family-friendly workplaces

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Executive Yuan Premier Cho Jung-tai visited the employee childcare center at the Xinzhuang Joint Office Building, praising the public sector for establishing 166 childcare facilities that provide about 9700 places, with monthly fees capped at NT$2000. He said he hopes they will lead the way in creating family-friendly workplaces.

Lin Chia-lung: Taiwan and France are ideal complementary partners, can help Europe achieve reindustrialization goals

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Taiwan Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung told a delegation of French National Assembly members that Taiwan and France have complementary industries, and that Taiwan’s AI industry supply chain in particular could contribute to Europe’s rearmament and reindustrialization. The lawmakers proposed that Taiwanese companies invest in the French territory of Mayotte as a gateway to African markets.

BofA warns numerous bear-market signals are flashing in U.S. stocks, urges investors to take profits

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Bank of America strategists warned that about 70% of bear-market signals have appeared in U.S. stocks and advised investors to take profits. Of the S&P 500’s 20 price indicators, 17 point to overvaluation, with 8 more severe than during the tech bubble. A market peak may be near.

Companies mentioned:美國銀行 (Bank of America)、美國銀行證券 (Bank of America Securities)、彭博 (Bloomberg News)、美國聯邦準備理事會 (Fed)

Meiyu rains expected to deliver 250 million tons of water nationwide; Tsengwen and Wushantou reservoir levels recover

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Taiwan’s Water Resources Agency said rainfall brought by the Meiyu front supplied about 250 million tons of water nationwide and replenished storage levels at major southern reservoirs. Water levels at the Tsengwen and Wushantou reservoirs rose substantially.

Companies mentioned:台湾自来水公司(台水)

Original宏碁5月營收攀13年高點 華碩創歷年同期新高

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

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Companies mentioned:宏碁(エイサー)、華碩(ASUS)

Man suspected of drug use crashes scooter into car, released on NT$20,000 bail; Chiayi prosecutors consider appeal

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

A man surnamed Kuo in Chiayi County collided with a car while riding a scooter, and a saliva rapid test returned positive for drugs. The Chiayi District Prosecutors Office sought detention, citing the risk he would repeatedly drive under the influence, but the court released him on NT$20,000 bail. Prosecutors are considering an appeal.

Original文曄5月營收1979億元年增1.53倍 創歷史次高

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Original文曄科技公布5月營收1979億元,年增153%,創歷史次高。受惠AI帶動半導體需求,前5月營收年增104%,第2季財測樂觀。

China polyamide film anti-dumping case: Ministry of Economic Affairs initially finds material injury to domestic industry

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Taiwan’s Ministry of Economic Affairs has made a preliminary determination that dumped imports of certain polyamide films from mainland China caused material injury to the domestic industry. The case will next be referred to the Ministry of Finance for an anti-dumping investigation and a decision on whether to impose provisional anti-dumping duties.

Original全球產業鏈分散布局 5月對東協出口創高年增90.8%

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Escape-room employee dies of suffocation; immersive-experience association drafts workplace safety guidelines

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

An escape-room employee died of suffocation while playing a hanging ghost. The Taiwan Immersive Experience Association has drawn on professional resources to draft workplace safety guidelines and is conducting site testing. A Taiwan People’s Party legislator suggested the Ministry of Labor consider a workplace safety checklist better suited to the industry.

Tainan milkfish enters Canada, opening sales channel at supermarket chains

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Tainan seafood processor 鮮饌國際 has begun selling 20 tons of Taiwanese milkfish products at more than 1000 major supermarket locations in Canada. The Tainan City Government is also supporting expanded exports.

Companies mentioned:鮮饌國際公司

Semi-trailer tire comes off on National Freeway 3 in Yuanli, strikes 2 cars and injures 3

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

A tire came off a semi-trailer on National Freeway 3 in Yuanli, Miaoli County, and bounced into 2 cars, injuring 3 people. One was seriously injured and left unconscious.

Reports say U.S. urged China to resume rare earth exports to Japan; Beijing evades question and repeats old anti-Japan line

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Original美國財政部長貝森特5月向中國副總理何立峰表達關切,敦促中國恢復對日本出口稀土。中國外交部發言人林劍迴避提問,重彈舊調稱禁令是為制止日本再軍事化和擁核。

Original仁寶5月營收年增22% 第3季伺服器看雙位數成長

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Original仁寶(Compal)公布5月合併營收年增22.3%,受惠於PC及伺服器業務成長。公司預期第3季伺服器將持續季增雙位數,PC則受零組件缺料影響僅低個位數成長。

民進黨 to nominate Cheng Chao-fang for Hsinchu County governor on the 10th; Lai Ching-te to personally fasten campaign sash

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

民進黨 will formally nominate Zhubei Mayor Cheng Chao-fang to run for Hsinchu County governor on June 10. President and party chairman Lai Ching-te will personally fasten his campaign sash, underscoring the party leadership’s attention and support for the election.

Companies mentioned:民進黨

Taiwan stocks struggle to sustain rally as hot money flows out; Taiwan dollar continues to weaken, trading volume second-highest on record

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Taiwan stocks staged a strong rebound after Black Monday, surging 1,201.66 points, but foreign investors continued to pull out and the Taiwan dollar weakened further against the U.S. dollar, closing at NT$31.618. Combined turnover in the Taipei and Yuanta foreign exchange markets surged to US$4.746 billion, the 2nd-highest on record. With markets focused on the Federal Reserve’s rate decision and foreign investors turning more cautious, the Taiwan dollar is expected to trade in a range with a weaker bias in the short term.

Companies mentioned:中央社

Industry and academia form alliance to focus on Taiwan’s food delivery market

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Industry and academia have jointly established the Taiwan Delivery Rights and Interests Alliance to address monopoly and national security risks amid cross-border acquisitions. The group will publish a white paper and push for dedicated legislation.

Han Kuo-yu hosts French National Assembly delegation, thanks France for speaking up for Taiwan

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Legislative Speaker Han Kuo-yu hosted a banquet for a visiting French National Assembly delegation, thanking France for speaking up for Taiwan at international forums over the years. He also underscored deepening industrial cooperation between Taiwan and France, citing 台積電’s factory in Germany and 鴻海’s investment in France.

Companies mentioned:台積電、鴻海

OriginalAI推動5月出口年增51.7% 電子零組件出口值單月新高

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Original台湾財政部は、AIインフラ需要、製品更新サイクル、原材料価格上昇の3要因により、5月の輸出が前年同月比51.7%増加したと発表。電子部品の輸出額は過去最高を記録した。

Construction supervisor surnamed Deng swept away by Mataian Creek flood rescued after clinging to railroad tie; hospitalized with brain hemorrhage

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Mataian Creek in Hualien County swelled after heavy rain, sweeping away a construction site supervisor surnamed Deng along with his vehicle. He was rescued and taken to hospital early this morning by police, volunteer firefighters and members of the local community. The hospital said Deng suffered a mild brain hemorrhage after being struck on the head. He is hospitalized for observation and his vital signs are stable.

Companies mentioned:花蓮慈濟醫院、林保署花蓮分署

Taiwanese artist Chen Cheng-yu’s Czech residency explores postwar expulsion of Sudeten Germans

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Taiwanese artist Chen Cheng-yu is in residence at MeetFactory in Prague, Czech Republic, where he is holding a solo exhibition, “Dream of the Eggs,” exploring the postwar expulsion of ethnic German families from the Sudetenland. The works use materials including eggs, eggshells and glass, resonating with European audiences on migration, collective memory and borders.

Companies mentioned:MeetFactory

Oriental storks settle at Zhuoshui River estuary; Taiwan and Japan discuss coexistence between people and nature

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

The Nantou Branch of the Forestry and Nature Conservation Agency held a Taiwan-Japan conservation exchange in Mailiao, Yunlin, inviting Japanese experts to share their experience restoring Oriental stork populations and discuss joint conservation efforts, including installing artificial nesting towers at the Zhuoshui River estuary.

Companies mentioned:麥寮汽電

Asian University Badminton Championships begin June 10; first 15-point format used in Taiwan

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

The 2026 Asian University Badminton Championships will be held at the Taipei Municipal Gymnasium from June 10 to 14, with 130 athletes from 11 countries taking part. The event has added a mixed team competition and will be the first formal international tournament in Taiwan to use the 15-point format, which the Badminton World Federation plans to adopt across the sport in 2027.

Wenzao volunteers bring warmth to Malaysia; English companionship program honored by president

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

A volunteer team from Wenzao Ursuline University of Languages was honored by President Lai Ching-te for helping Indigenous Iban children in Malaysia through online English lessons. The program combines English education with topics such as environmental sustainability. It has held 18 online classes and plans to run an in-person camp in Sarawak before the summer break.

Companies mentioned:基督教芥菜種會

Nantou prosecutors and police crack down on drug-impaired driving; court approves detention in 2 cases in 1 day

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

On June 5 and 6, Nantou prosecutors and police sought preventive detention for defendants surnamed Hsieh and Lin over drug-impaired driving. The court approved both requests.

Companies mentioned:南投地方檢察署、南投地方法院、台灣高等檢察署

Oil prices fall as Middle East tensions ease; Asian stocks mostly close higher

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Easing tensions in the Middle East and a rebound in AI-related stocks lifted most Asian markets, while oil prices fell.

Companies mentioned:博通 (Broadcom)

Taichung adds 1 pawnshop license as competition intensifies; police to hold lottery

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Original台中市人口增加,當舖業名額可新增1家,市警局受理66件申請,65件通過資格審查,最終以公開抽籤方式抽出正取及備取各1名。

At Palau National Museum, Vice President Hsiao inscribes: “May Taiwan and Palau prosper together, and our civilizations flourish”

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Original台湾の蕭美琴副総統がパラオを訪問し、国家博物館と伝統的な男人会館を視察。台湾原住民族特展で「台帛共栄、文明長興」と記帳し、両国の南島文化の共有と文化交流の深化を示した。

Century-old Czech lace wins EU geographical indication protection, a first for a craft product

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Vamberk lace from the Czech Republic has received European Union geographical indication protection, the country’s first such case for a craft product.

Blood donation rejection leads to hepatitis diagnosis; fatty liver disease in 34-year-old real estate agent raises alarm

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

A 34-year-old real estate agent was unexpectedly diagnosed with metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis after being turned away from donating blood. The medical association said fatty liver affects 33.3% of adults in Taiwan and has become a new threat to liver health, potentially increasing the risk of liver cancer and cardiovascular disease. It urged people to take active steps to manage the condition.

Companies mentioned:台灣肝臟研究學會、義大大昌醫院、高雄萬豪酒店、中央社

Hu Gua enlists Xiao Zhen to host charity concert, hopes to spark a father-daughter legacy

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Hu Gua has launched the charity concert “Diamond Stage Night,” set for the Mid-Autumn Festival, and invited his daughter Xiao Zhen to co-host. He hopes their appearance will spark a father-daughter connection and carry on a legacy. Hu admitted he is still concerned about ticket sales and urged the public to buy tickets, enjoy the show and support a good cause.

國合會 and Estonia sign MOU, marking milestone in institutionalizing international development cooperation

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

國合會 and 愛沙尼亞國際發展中心 (ESTDEV) signed a medium- and long-term cooperation memorandum, marking a shift toward more institutionalized and sustained collaboration. Their future work will focus on 4 areas: democratic governance, digital transformation, international cooperation and knowledge sharing.

Companies mentioned:國合會、愛沙尼亞國際發展中心、ESTDEV、駐拉脫維亞代表處

Original經部SBIR補助加碼見效 核定件數年增逾4成

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

經濟部中小及新創企業署 said raising SBIR grant levels has yielded significant results, with 52 projects approved so far this year for more than NT$78 million, up 44% year on year. Most focus on AI applications and digital transformation.

Companies mentioned:經濟部中小及新創企業署、鑫榮機械、遊山茶訪

Original金曲37首創遞獎大使 男團盼Ozone守護音樂人榮耀

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

The 37th Golden Melody Awards have announced a new initiative, naming boy band Ozone as the first award presenters. Chen Hsing-han will lead the creation of the ceremony’s music, while award-winning singers including Huang Tzu-hsuan and Tai Hsiao-chun will lend their voices to a VCR.

Companies mentioned:中央社、台視、LINE TODAY、LINE MUSIC

Thailand consumer watchdog accuses platforms including Meta and LINE of enabling scams, seeks more than 200 million baht

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

泰國消費者委員會 is representing 10 victims in a lawsuit accusing Meta, LINE, Apple and financial institutions of inadequate oversight that allowed scam groups to use their platforms for investment fraud. The plaintiffs are seeking 230 million baht in compensation. The case highlights the responsibility of multinational technology platforms to prevent online scams.

Companies mentioned:泰國消費者委員會、Meta、LINE、蘋果公司 (Apple)、曼谷郵報 (Bangkok Post)、泰國公共電視台 (Thai PBS)、Google

60 critical medicines targeted for domestic production; fund planned to strengthen supply resilience

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

To strengthen medicine supply resilience, the Ministry of Health and Welfare announced plans to target 60 critical medicines for domestic production. The initiative will be carried out with 經濟部 and will use 5 strategies, including establishing a fund, revising regulations and setting up a smart logistics center. The ministry expects to propose dedicated legislation by the end of the year.

Companies mentioned:衛生福利部、經濟部、行政院

COVID-19 cases rise gradually for nearly 3 weeks; 1,000 weekly clinic visits nationwide

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

COVID-19 infections in Taiwan have risen gradually for nearly 3 weeks, with 1,000 visits to outpatient and emergency departments last week, up 4.1% from the previous week. There were 5 new severe cases. The Centers for Disease Control extended vaccination measures through July 31.

Original2026台北水舞嘉年華 13日「水火共舞」揭序幕

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

The 台北市政府觀光傳播局 announced that the “2026 Taipei Water Dance Carnival” will run from June 13 to 27. Its signature attraction is Taiwan’s only show combining water dances on a bridge and a river, along with fireworks, flames and themes from well-known musicals, aiming to offer a feast for both the eyes and ears.

Companies mentioned:台北市政府觀光傳播局、YOYO家族

Original刑事局前副局長黃建榮涉恐嚇債務人 一審判刑7月

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Original前刑事局副局長黃建榮因「88會館」案後擔心放款遭查,恐嚇千萬債務人提前還款,威脅以職權誣告。台北地方法院依恐嚇罪判其7個月徒刑,可上訴。

Companies mentioned:刑事局、內政部警政署、台北地檢署、台北地方法院

Taichung man who stayed overseas to evade military service sentenced to 6 months, with no suspended sentence

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

A 25-year-old man surnamed Hsieh from Taichung left Taiwan on the pretext of studying abroad but remained overseas instead of returning as required. Prosecutors indicted him, and the court ruled that he had undermined the military service system, sentencing him to 6 months in prison with no suspended sentence.

Companies mentioned:內政部移民署、台中市北區區公所、台中地方法院

Cho Jung-tai: Nothing is more urgent than the budget; Legislature should not just extend its session

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Original行政院長卓榮泰呼籲立法院,應優先審查預算案,而非僅僅延長會期。他強調預算的急迫性,關係到災害準備金、國家發展與國防,認為盡速通過預算才是對人民負責的表現。

Companies mentioned:行政院、立法院、民進黨

Utsunomiya launches citywide bear hunt; bear captured after 3 tranquilizer shots

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Schools were closed in Utsunomiya, Tochigi Prefecture, Japan, after a bear was spotted in the area. Following several days of pursuit, authorities successfully captured it with a tranquilizer gun in a residential neighborhood on the 9th. No one was injured. A bear that attacked 4 people in Fukushima City earlier remains at large.

Companies mentioned:宇都宮市教育委員會、獵友會

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