AI News 180m Report｜2026-06-18 15:00–18:00 JST｜Page 7 of 8https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.htmlOne place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 386 items from 2 sources; Japan, 333 items from 2 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.en 【泰銘】Announcement of the re-election of directors at the Company's 115 annual shareholders' meetinghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093836https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093836Wed, 17 Jun 2026 01:00:00 +0900Taiwan臺灣證券交易所泰銘實業 completed the re-election of directors at its 115 annual shareholders' meeting, with most changes resulting from the expiration of terms. Some corporate representatives and independent directors were replaced. This routine governance procedure reflects the stability of the company's governance. 【震旦行】Announcement of key resolutions passed at the Company's 115 annual shareholders' meetinghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093835https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093835Wed, 17 Jun 2026 01:00:00 +0900Taiwan臺灣證券交易所震旦行 held its annual shareholders' meeting on June 17, 2026, which approved the distribution of 2025 earnings and the financial statements, and amended the rules of procedure for shareholders' meetings and the director election regulations. These routine corporate governance resolutions reflect continued optimization of its governance framework. 【泰銘】Announcement of key resolutions passed at the Company's 115 annual shareholders' meetinghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093834https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093834Wed, 17 Jun 2026 01:00:00 +0900Taiwan臺灣證券交易所At its 115 annual shareholders' meeting, 泰銘 approved the distribution of 114 earnings and the financial statements, and completed the re-election of directors. Several representatives of investment companies and independent directors were elected, reflecting continuity in the governance structure. 【高興昌】Announcement of resolutions passed at the Company's 115 annual shareholders' meetinghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093833https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093833Wed, 17 Jun 2026 01:00:00 +0900Taiwan臺灣證券交易所高興昌 held its annual shareholders' meeting on June 17, 2026, which approved the distribution of 114 earnings, the financial statements, and amendments to the articles of incorporation, and authorized the chairperson to determine the ex-dividend date and dividend payout ratio. The resolutions are significant for financial transparency and governance adjustments. 【強茂】Announcement on behalf of major subsidiary 艾德光能(開曼)控股股份有限公司 of key resolutions passed at its 2026 annual shareholders' meetinghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093832https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093832Wed, 17 Jun 2026 01:00:00 +0900Taiwan臺灣證券交易所強茂 subsidiary 艾德光能（開曼） held its 2026 annual shareholders' meeting, which approved the 2025 fiscal year profit and loss allocation and financial statements. There were no amendments to the articles of incorporation or elections of directors and supervisors, making this a routine governance procedure. 【海悅】 Announces Key Resolutions of the Company's 115年 Annual General Meeting of Shareholdershttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093831https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093831Wed, 17 Jun 2026 01:00:00 +0900Taiwan臺灣證券交易所At its 115 annual shareholders' meeting, 海悅 approved the distribution of 114 earnings and the financial statements, and resolved to capitalize earnings. This reflects stable profitability and the capacity for continued expansion, sending a positive signal to investors. 【松川精密】 Announces Approval of Proposal to Lift Restrictions on Directors' Engagement in Competing Businesses at the Company's 115年 Annual General Meeting of Shareholdershttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093829https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093829Wed, 17 Jun 2026 01:00:00 +0900Taiwan臺灣證券交易所松川精密 shareholders lifted the non-compete obligations of 2 directors during their terms. The measure is intended to increase management flexibility and is an important governance decision. 【鴻名】Announcement of key resolutions passed at the Company's 115 annual shareholders' meetinghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093827https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093827Wed, 17 Jun 2026 01:00:00 +0900Taiwan臺灣證券交易所鴻名 held its annual shareholders' meeting on June 17, 115, which approved the distribution of 114 earnings and the financial statements. There were no amendments to the articles of incorporation or personnel elections, reflecting stable operations. 【華友聯】Announcement of the Company's 115 ex-rights and ex-dividend record date and the suspension period for conversion of domestic convertible bondshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093826https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093826Wed, 17 Jun 2026 01:00:00 +0900Taiwan臺灣證券交易所華友聯 announced that the 2026 ex-dividend record date is July 31, with a cash dividend of 4.5115 yuan per share. This is important information on the distribution of shareholder returns and affects investment decisions. 【松川精密】Announcement of key resolutions passed at the Company's 115 annual shareholders' meetinghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093825https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093825Wed, 17 Jun 2026 01:00:00 +0900Taiwan臺灣證券交易所松川精密 held a shareholders' meeting on June 17, 115, and passed important resolutions, including approval of the profit distribution plan for fiscal 114 and the financial statements, as well as amendments to regulations. 【盛達】Announcement of information related to the Company's unaudited consolidated financial report for May 115https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093824https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093824Wed, 17 Jun 2026 01:00:00 +0900Taiwan臺灣證券交易所 【太子】Announcement of a change in the Company's accounting officer and acting spokespersonhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093823https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093823Wed, 17 Jun 2026 01:00:00 +0900Taiwan臺灣證券交易所太子建設開發公司 announced a change in its accounting officer and acting spokesperson. Manager 戴大昌's duties have been adjusted, and Vice President 吳宏裕 will take over, effective June 17, 115. This is an internal personnel adjustment and will not affect operations. 【太子】Announcement of the Company's dividend distribution record datehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093822https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093822Wed, 17 Jun 2026 01:00:00 +0900Taiwan臺灣證券交易所太子 announced a cash dividend of 0.3 yuan per share, with an ex-dividend record date of August 7, 115. This is a routine dividend distribution that reflects the company's stable financial position and provides investors with a clear reference. 【力智】Announcement of the Company's ex-dividend record datehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093821https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093821Wed, 17 Jun 2026 01:00:00 +0900Taiwan臺灣證券交易所力智宣布於民國115年7月27日進行現金股利除息，總額達4.85億新台幣。此為股東權益的重要財務決策，影響投資人收益。 【太子】Announcement of key resolutions passed at the Company's 115 annual shareholders' meetinghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093820https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093820Wed, 17 Jun 2026 01:00:00 +0900Taiwan臺灣證券交易所太子 held its annual shareholders' meeting on June 17, 115, which approved the distribution of 114 earnings and the financial statements. This is a routine corporate governance procedure that provides transparency for investors. 【亞航】Announcement of key resolutions passed at the Company's 115 annual shareholders' meetinghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093818https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093818Wed, 17 Jun 2026 01:00:00 +0900Taiwan臺灣證券交易所亞航 held its annual shareholders' meeting on June 17, 115, which approved the distribution of 114 earnings and the financial statements, and reviewed amendments to the articles of incorporation and meeting rules. This is a routine corporate governance announcement with implications for financial transparency. 【台揚】The Company's board of directors resolved on June 15, 115, that the procedures for the second 114 private placement of common shares could not be completed in time, and the subscription funds were therefore not received in full by the deadline. The private placement will consequently be rescheduled.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093817https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093817Wed, 17 Jun 2026 01:00:00 +0900Taiwan臺灣證券交易所台揚 failed to complete collection of the private placement funds by June 17, 115, due to operational delays, and the board resolved to postpone the process. This is a material announcement that affects the funding schedule. 【Farglory Life】Announces the members of the company's 6th Remuneration Committeehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093813https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093813Wed, 17 Jun 2026 01:00:00 +0900Taiwan臺灣證券交易所遠雄來 announced changes to the members of its sixth Remuneration Committee. Three members were reappointed after their terms expired, effective June 17, 115. The move strengthens continuity in corporate governance. 【Tongtai】Announces the board's resolution to appoint members of the company's 6th Remuneration Committeehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093812https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093812Wed, 17 Jun 2026 01:00:00 +0900Taiwan臺灣證券交易所東台's board resolved to appoint members to its sixth Remuneration Committee following the expiration of their terms. The new members are 蔡新源、陳政興、陳美琴 and 劉禎氣, effective June 17, 115. 【Tongtai】Announces the members of the company's 4th Audit Committeehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093811https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093811Wed, 17 Jun 2026 01:00:00 +0900Taiwan臺灣證券交易所東台's Audit Committee underwent personnel changes following the expiration of its members' terms. 蔡新源 and 陳政興 were reappointed, while 陳美琴 and 劉禎氣 joined as new members, effective June 17, 115, strengthening corporate governance. 【東台】Announcement of the election of the chairman from among the newly appointed directors of the Company's twentieth boardhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093810https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093810Wed, 17 Jun 2026 01:00:00 +0900Taiwan臺灣證券交易所東台 Chairman 嚴瑞雄 stepped down upon the expiration of his term, and the same representative continued in the role. This was a regular board re-election with no material impact on the company's operations, and was a routine personnel announcement. 【東台】Announcement of the list of elected directors following the comprehensive re-election at the Company's 115 annual shareholders' meeting (including 4 independent directors)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093809https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093809Wed, 17 Jun 2026 01:00:00 +0900Taiwan臺灣證券交易所東台精機 completed a comprehensive re-election of directors and independent directors on June 17, 115. Most incumbents were reelected, and two new independent directors joined. This routine governance procedure reflects management stability. 【東台】Announcement of important resolutions from the Company's 115 annual shareholders' meetinghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093808https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093808Wed, 17 Jun 2026 01:00:00 +0900Taiwan臺灣證券交易所At its 115 annual shareholders' meeting, 東台 passed resolutions on cash dividend payments, amendments to its articles of incorporation, and the election of directors, among other matters. The resolutions strengthen corporate governance and return value to shareholders, with positive implications for investors. 【佳大】Announcement of the board resolution to convene the company’s 1st extraordinary shareholders’ meeting of 115https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093807https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093807Wed, 17 Jun 2026 01:00:00 +0900Taiwan臺灣證券交易所佳大 announced that it will hold its first extraordinary shareholders' meeting of 2026. The main proposals are amendments to the articles of incorporation and a private placement capital increase. The move indicates that the company is adjusting its capital structure, with a direct impact on shareholders' rights and interests. 【燿華】Clarification of the Commercial Times report dated June 17, 2026https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093806https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093806Wed, 17 Jun 2026 01:00:00 +0900Taiwan臺灣證券交易所燿華電子 issued a clarification regarding a Commercial Times report on its revenue forecast, emphasizing that it had not provided any forecast information and that the content was media speculation. The move safeguards corporate information transparency. 【松翰】Announcement of the ex-dividend record datehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093805https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093805Wed, 17 Jun 2026 01:00:00 +0900Taiwan臺灣證券交易所松翰 announced that the ex-dividend record date for its cash dividend is July 20, 115, with a distribution of NT$0.8 per share. This is a material financial announcement that affects shareholders' rights and trading arrangements. 【松翰】Announcement of important resolutions from the Company's 115 annual shareholders' meetinghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093804https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093804Wed, 17 Jun 2026 01:00:00 +0900Taiwan臺灣證券交易所松翰科技 held its annual shareholders' meeting on June 17, 115, and approved the earnings distribution and financial statements for fiscal 114. This is a routine financial results announcement with no major changes, reflecting stable corporate governance. 【光寶科】Announcement, on behalf of subsidiary LITE ON VIETNAM CO., LTD., of the acquisition of machinery and equipmenthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1094075https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1094075Tue, 16 Jun 2026 01:00:00 +0900Taiwan臺灣證券交易所光寶科 subsidiary LITE ON VIETNAM acquired new machinery and equipment valued at approximately NT$1.023 billion. This is a normal capital expenditure for the company, intended to expand or upgrade its overseas production facilities. 【光寶科】Announcement of the Company's acquisition of equipment for business operationshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1094074https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1094074Tue, 16 Jun 2026 01:00:00 +0900Taiwan臺灣證券交易所光寶科技 spent approximately NT$1.15 billion to acquire new business equipment. The company announced that it purchased equipment from non-related party Chroma ATE Inc. for operational use between May 2025 and June 2026. 【聲寶】Correction—Announcement of the Company's board election of the chairmanhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093966https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093966Tue, 16 Jun 2026 01:00:00 +0900Taiwan臺灣證券交易所声宝（Sampo） elected 陳盛沺 as chairman at a board meeting. 【聲寶】Correction—Announcement of information regarding the comprehensive re-election of directors at the Company's 115 shareholders' meetinghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093965https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093965Tue, 16 Jun 2026 01:00:00 +0900Taiwan臺灣證券交易所声宝（Sampo） announced the results of a full board re-election following the expiration of the directors' terms at its shareholders' meeting. 【台新藥】Statement regarding an investigation conducted by investigative authorities at the Companyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093854https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093854Tue, 16 Jun 2026 01:00:00 +0900Taiwan臺灣證券交易所台新藥 is being investigated by the Ministry of Justice Investigation Bureau and is cooperating as a third party. It said its operations are normal and there is no financial impact. 【中華資安】Change in the Company's chairman (supplementary announcement)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093971https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093971Mon, 15 Jun 2026 01:00:00 +0900Taiwan臺灣證券交易所中華資安 announced that chairman 陳明仕 would retire upon reaching retirement age, and that 黃志雄 of 中華電信 would take over as the new representative. 【沛爾生醫-創】Announcement of the Company's receipt of the accountant's 114 internal control special review reporthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1094085https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1094085Mon, 20 Apr 2026 01:00:00 +0900Taiwan沛爾生醫-創 obtained an accountant's review report on its internal control project, with an unqualified opinion, in accordance with the listing regulations for the Innovation Board. 【東森】代重要⼦公司東林資產(股)公司補公告租地委建⼯程承攬契約 (更正事實發生日)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093819https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093819Fri, 23 May 2025 01:00:00 +0900Taiwan東林資產 signed a contract with 力福實業 for exterior wall work and materials totaling NT$628 million for the construction of 東森集團's global headquarters, indicating that construction of the headquarters has entered the implementation stage. 【東森】代重要⼦公司東林資產(股)公司補公告租地委建⼯程承攬契約 (更正事實發生日)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093815https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093815Fri, 26 Jan 2024 01:00:00 +0900Taiwan東林資產, part of the 東森 group, signed a 600 million Taiwan dollar air-conditioning contract with 冠凌電気 to build a global headquarters in Linkou, strengthening the group's foundations. 【東森】代重要⼦公司東林資產(股)公司補公告租地委建⼯程承攬契約 (更正事實發生日)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093814https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093814Sat, 26 Aug 2023 01:00:00 +0900Taiwan東林資產, part of the 東森 group, signed a NT$1.245 billion electromechanical engineering contract with 泓基水電工程. The plan to build a global headquarters in Linkou reflects the company's expansion and efforts to strengthen its presence in Taiwan. 【東森】代重要⼦公司東林資產(股)公司補公告租地委建⼯程承攬契約 (更正事實發生日)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093816https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093816Fri, 24 Feb 2023 01:00:00 +0900Taiwan東林資產 and 力福實業 signed a contract for exterior wall work and materials totaling NT$700 million for the construction of 東森集團's global headquarters. This was a non-related-party transaction approved by resolution of the chairman. National Freeway 1A construction damages egret nest; Taoyuan City relocates 26 chickshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1097289https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1097289Thu, 18 Jun 2026 17:46:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Central bank keeps rates unchanged; housing market controls remain in place, with ongoing reviewshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1097290https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1097290Thu, 18 Jun 2026 17:44:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAt its second-quarter board meeting, Taiwan's central bank decided to keep policy rates unchanged for the 9th consecutive time and also maintain housing credit controls. The decision, based on moderate inflation expectations and steady economic growth momentum, aims to promote financial stability. Chiayi County integrates care platform to break bottlenecks in current “acute home-based medical care” systemhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1097080https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1097080Thu, 18 Jun 2026 17:32:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Kaohsiung Spring Arts Festival's 9th original opera, “La Bohème,” to be staged at Weiwuyinghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1097079https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1097079Thu, 18 Jun 2026 17:32:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 御嵿 joins forces with 台塑生醫 and others to build a food waste recycling industry chainhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1096968https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1096968Thu, 18 Jun 2026 17:28:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Batanes bids farewell to Tao search party; hopes they will meet again soonhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1096872https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1096872Thu, 18 Jun 2026 17:26:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Ukrainian drones attack Moscow; Russia says it is the biggest assault in at least 2 yearshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1096873https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1096873Thu, 18 Jun 2026 17:25:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Countering etomidate, 食藥署 to announce new testing thresholds by the end of Junehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1096695https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1096695Thu, 18 Jun 2026 17:14:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 立凱電連飆5根漲停 自結5月每股淨損0.37元https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1096595https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1096595Thu, 18 Jun 2026 17:10:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 毒駕戒癮半年後才可換短期駕照 新制擬7月中上路https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1096596https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1096596Thu, 18 Jun 2026 17:09:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 植物飲商機 台中農改場開發紅薏仁漿、發芽豆漿https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1096482https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1096482Thu, 18 Jun 2026 17:07:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA New Taiwan dollar falls 1.3 fen to close at 31.588https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1096483https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1096483Thu, 18 Jun 2026 17:04:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Tamsui’s major temple festival kicks off on the 19th; traffic controls in the city and additional Danhai Light Rail serviceshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1096484https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1096484Thu, 18 Jun 2026 17:01:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Key 國民黨 figures make successive overseas visits; Eric Chu says they should be encouraged and cheered onhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1096382https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1096382Thu, 18 Jun 2026 16:57:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Torrential rain in Shenzhen causes widespread flight delays and school closures across the cityhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1096383https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1096383Thu, 18 Jun 2026 16:55:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Gingle Wang takes on 4 split-personality roles in new drama; co-star Joseph Chang praises her as a warm big brotherhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1096384https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1096384Thu, 18 Jun 2026 16:54:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Man wanted in 9 cases flees for more than 1 year; arrested after being stopped while driving in Tainanhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1096385https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1096385Thu, 18 Jun 2026 16:52:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 2026 Dongshi Ocean Summer invites Taiwanese girl group Ghost Crystal to performhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093800https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093800Thu, 18 Jun 2026 16:48:54 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAChiayi County announced plans for and promotional activities for “Dongshi Ocean Summer,” one of its largest summer tourism events. South Korean ballot shortage incident: Parliament launches 45-day investigation to determine the causehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093801https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093801Thu, 18 Jun 2026 16:45:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA A Chiayi City councilor’s aide was convicted of defaming Wang Mei-hui and others; 3-month sentence is finalhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093802https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093802Thu, 18 Jun 2026 16:44:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Drug maker stationed in New Zealand; Taiwan and New Zealand police cooperate to arrest 3 and refer them for prosecutionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093700https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093700Thu, 18 Jun 2026 16:41:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Heavy rain hits; Taipei raises its disaster response center to a Level Three activationhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093701https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093701Thu, 18 Jun 2026 16:39:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 台科大 architecture department’s graduation show turns shopping mall public areas into urban oaseshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093702https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093702Thu, 18 Jun 2026 16:33:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Empowerment program showcases creative specialty industries; foldable cup makes going green easierhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093592https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093592Thu, 18 Jun 2026 16:28:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA report on the results presentation and sales promotion event for a Taiwanese government project supporting local employment. Torrential rain hits Hong Kong; primary and secondary schools suspend classes from noonhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093593https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093593Thu, 18 Jun 2026 16:26:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 威盛 launches edge AI brand VISVIA, promotes practical applicationshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093594https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093594Thu, 18 Jun 2026 16:25:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAIC design firm 威盛 announced the launch of its edge AI solutions brand “VISVIA,” combining computer vision and generative AI to extend AI from the cloud to real-world applications such as industrial inspection and smart retail, helping customers accelerate their smart transformation. Demand for subsidies for agricultural sprinkler systems in Taitung outstrips supply; Green lawmaker seeks to double fundinghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093596https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093596Thu, 18 Jun 2026 16:24:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Taiwan string orchestra performs at the Vatican; Pope Leo XIV offers greetings and invites an encorehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093595https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093595Thu, 18 Jun 2026 16:24:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Taiwanese “聖采琪聯合弦樂團” was invited by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to perform at the Vatican and was received by Pope Leo XIV. The orchestra performed Taiwanese songs such as “天黑黑”; the pope specifically greeted the musicians and invited them to perform an encore, showcasing successful cultural diplomacy. Luo Zhengfang: Drone export output value in Q1 has already surpassed 2025https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093479https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093479Thu, 18 Jun 2026 16:23:20 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAn overview of the rapid export-led growth and outlook of Taiwan’s drone industry, which is capitalizing on the advantages of a “non-China supply chain.” Repairs completed after excavator overturns; 台鐵 restores double-track service between Miaoli and Zhunanhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093597https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093597Thu, 18 Jun 2026 16:23:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA US and Iran sign agreement to reopen Strait of Hormuz; international oil prices plunge more than 3%https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093480https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093480Thu, 18 Jun 2026 16:21:18 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Strait of Hormuz reopens under a US-Iran peace agreement, prompting a sharp fall in international crude oil prices. Passenger’s iPhone catches fire onboard; Tokyo’s Haneda Airport briefly placed on alerthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093481https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093481Thu, 18 Jun 2026 16:17:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA US semiconductor stocks boost Japanese and South Korean markets; Nikkei tops 71,000 for the first timehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093483https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093483Thu, 18 Jun 2026 16:12:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAHistoric rallies in the Nikkei and KOSPI fueled by global optimism about semiconductors. Taipei, New Taipei and Nantou prepare for torrential rain; localized heavy rain forecast north of central Taiwan and in the Yilan mountainshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093482https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093482Thu, 18 Jun 2026 16:12:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA warning of torrential and heavy rain in northern and central Taiwan, along with notice of associated disaster risks. Giant: Inventory reduction nearing its end; shareholders approve dividend of NT$1.8 per sharehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093400https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093400Thu, 18 Jun 2026 16:08:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA recovery strategy focused on the end of inventory adjustments and the return to market normality. Pingtung woman in her 7th decade who lived alone goes missing after riding out; found dead in drainage ditchhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093399https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093399Thu, 18 Jun 2026 16:08:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Three major institutional investors net buy NT$30.978 billion in Taiwanese stockshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093401https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093401Thu, 18 Jun 2026 16:06:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan’s TAIEX extended its sharp gains, with the three major institutional investors posting net purchases totaling more than NT$30 billion. Foreign investors led the buying. High school non-test admission rankings released; 大學問: Grade distribution stablehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093402https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093402Thu, 18 Jun 2026 16:04:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe release of results for Taiwan’s 115 academic-year high school non-test admission quota, with a specialized website providing analysis of predicted admissions. Chang Gung study: Lipoprotein(a) worse than bad cholesterol and more likely to clog arterieshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093286https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093286Thu, 18 Jun 2026 16:02:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA large-scale study by Taiwan’s Linkou Chang Gung Memorial Hospital on the need for an Lp(a) reference range specific to Asians and its association with cardiovascular disease risk. 2026 IMD World Competitiveness: 台灣 ranks 4th globally, its best performance everhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093287https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093287Thu, 18 Jun 2026 16:00:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Defense Ministry: Procurement of unmanned vehicles will boost the supply chain and create a win-win for defense and civilian sectorshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093190https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093190Thu, 18 Jun 2026 15:58:56 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan’s government announced a major procurement plan focused on drones and unmanned weapons, along with a commitment to build a domestic supply chain. Comprehensive crackdown on drug-impaired driving: Cho Jung-tai to brief media at 4 p.m. on central government measureshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093192https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093192Thu, 18 Jun 2026 15:57:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Nantou prepares for torrential rain; localized heavy rain forecast in Keelung, Greater Taipei and north of central Taiwanhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093191https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093191Thu, 18 Jun 2026 15:57:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan’s Central Weather Administration has issued warnings of torrential and heavy rain for Nantou County and northern and central regions. Thunderstorms disrupt operations; Songshan Airport suspends ground operationshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093099https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1093099Thu, 18 Jun 2026 15:46:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA U.S. citizen and Myanmar researcher Min Hsin detained; think tank he founded urges China to release him immediatelyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1092924https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1092924Thu, 18 Jun 2026 15:34:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Taiwan 50 Index constituent changes take effect after market close, shifting ETF fundshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1092926https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1092926Thu, 18 Jun 2026 15:33:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan 50 Index constituents were adjusted after market close on the 18th, adding 4 AI technology stocks, including 貿聯-KY, and removing 4 traditional industry stocks, including 中鋼. The move affects about NT$2.62 trillion in ETF funds and reflects a generational shift in Taiwan's industries. Actual enrollment quotas for high school admissions without entrance exams announced; public schools account for six tenthshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1092925https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1092925Thu, 18 Jun 2026 15:33:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA教育部 announced 153,595 actual places for high school admissions without entrance exams for the 115 academic year, with public schools accounting for six tenths. To help students choose their preferences, they can now check their ranking percentile and the range of cumulative student numbers in their school district. Yunlin uses glove-puppet theater to promote enterovirus prevention in an engaging wayhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1092927https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1092927Thu, 18 Jun 2026 15:31:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA President outlines 3 areas for deeper Taiwan-Japan cooperation, joining hands to safeguard peace and stability in the Indo-Pacifichttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1092928https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1092928Thu, 18 Jun 2026 15:29:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Gate E CNA probe: 台積電 announces advanced-process investment planhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n2301003https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n2301003Thu, 18 Jun 2026 15:26:51 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA To strengthen asymmetric combat capabilities, drone battalions to be established on outlying islandshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1092850https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1092850Thu, 18 Jun 2026 15:22:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 3-day Dragon Boat Festival holiday approaches; rail operators add more than 200 serviceshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1092853https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1092853Thu, 18 Jun 2026 15:19:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Meet the fish this Dragon Boat Festival: 澎湖水族館 explores stories of lifehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1092852https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1092852Thu, 18 Jun 2026 15:19:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Scholar worries Kinmen lake project will damage horseshoe crab habitat; Eighth River Management Branch says it conducts regular monitoringhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1092851https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1092851Thu, 18 Jun 2026 15:19:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Zelenskyy talks with Trump and Macron at G7 summit as Russia-Ukraine clashes flare againhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1092762https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1092762Thu, 18 Jun 2026 15:17:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Farm produce supplies ample ahead of Dragon Boat Festival, with increased pork, native chicken and vegetableshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1092763https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1092763Thu, 18 Jun 2026 15:11:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA July electronic and financial futures both risehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1092764https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1092764Thu, 18 Jun 2026 15:10:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Heavy rain damages peanuts and other crops; Cho Jung-tai orders prompt, flexible and simplified reliefhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1092767https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1092767Thu, 18 Jun 2026 15:07:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Ackerman wins 唐獎 Rule of Law Prize, probing how people become constitutional subjects [Interview]https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1092766https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1092766Thu, 18 Jun 2026 15:06:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Singing by the Xiuguluan River estuary; music market to open on June 20https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1092765https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1092765Thu, 18 Jun 2026 15:06:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA “River Estuary Music Market” will be held in Fengbin Township, Hualien, on June 20. Combining music, a market and river activities, it will showcase the area's natural and cultural attractions to visitors during the Dragon Boat Festival holiday. Messi escapes punishment while Zwane is banned for 3 matches; South African coach accuses FIFA of double standardshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1092647https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1092647Thu, 18 Jun 2026 15:06:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNASouth Africa coach Bruce criticized what he called a double standard by FIFA, pointing to the difference between Messi and player Zwane, who received a 3-match suspension. He said he would appeal. Special drone bill: 國防部 to procure through large-volume, long-term orders and iterative innovationhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1092649https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260618-15/index-en-p7.html#n1092649Thu, 18 Jun 2026 15:04:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA行政院 approved a draft of the “Special Act on Procurement of Indigenous Defense Unmanned Vehicles,” allocating a special budget of NT$210 billion to procure 3 types of domestically made unmanned vehicles through 2031. 國防部 said it would procure them through large-volume, long-term orders and iterative innovation to build independent defense capabilities.