AI News 180m Report

2026-07-15 15:00–18:00 JST

678 received, 678 listed, 4 sources ・ Page 7 of 7

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 358 items from 2 sources; Taiwan, 320 items from 2 sources.

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

Taiwan | 中央社 CNA (continued)(77)

Transportation subsidies for traditional ceremonies: Su Chiaohui proposes adding chartered buses

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • 3 major Indigenous policy platforms

Companies mentioned:民進黨、中央社

Foreign visitors to Japan edge down in first half, first decline in 5 years

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • A total of 21,084,800 foreign visitors traveled to Japan from January to June this year
  • Down 2% from the same period last year
  • Visitors from China numbered 2,058,200
  • Down sharply by 56.4% from the same period last year
  • South Korea had the most visitors, with 5,675,100
  • Up 18.6% from the same period last year
  • Taiwan: 3,972,200 visitors
  • Up 20.9%
  • United States: 1,821,700 visitors
  • Up 7.1%
  • 日本政府 aims to increase the number of visitors to Japan to 60 million by 2030
  • More than 42 million visitors traveled to Japan last year
  • Overall tourism spending rose 0.2% year on year to 2.5096 trillion yen

Companies mentioned:日本政府觀光局、朝日新聞、日本政府、日本觀光廳

Li Yan returns to prime-time drama as a mother; family portrait scene makes a big impact

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Returns to acting after 4 years away
  • A mother with a daughter in her 20s

Companies mentioned:中央社、針線緣

Shin wound festers for more than 20 years, threatening amputation; Dalin Tzu Chi Hospital treats it through cross-specialty care

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • After more than 1 month of inpatient treatment

Companies mentioned:大林慈濟醫院

Amid frequent plagiarism allegations in China, famous writer's daughter Jia Qianqian has her master's degree revoked

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Jia Qianqian published a total of 16 academic papers as first author
  • 9 papers had multiple passages and sentences overlapping with previously published works by others without citing the sources
  • 6 papers had instances of text duplication and improper citation
  • 1 paper had no issues such as improper citation

Companies mentioned:西北大学、陕西师范大学、中国人民大学

Guo Zhemin sentenced to 9 years and 8 months in second trial over underground currency exchange case; High Prosecutors Office appeals

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • High court sentences him to 9 years and 8 months
  • Guo Zhemin made more than NT$3.5 billion in illegal profits from operating gambling businesses
  • Handled more than NT$21.8 billion in foreign exchange transactions
  • Made NT$126 million in profits
  • Handled more than NT$20.7 billion
  • Made more than NT$77.59 million in profits

Companies mentioned:88会馆、科技公司

Forest fire in Fontainebleau Forest near Paris brought under control, authorities say

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Fontainebleau Forest, about 60 kilometers southeast of Paris
  • 6 people have been arrested so far
  • The forest fire, which broke out on the 12th, has burned about 2,050 hectares
  • About 3 times the size of the British overseas territory of Gibraltar
  • The forest fire forced about 1,000 residents of Fontainebleau and surrounding areas to flee their homes

Companies mentioned:法新社、BFM電視台(BFMTV)

Opposition calls for comprehensive investigation and disclosure of cooking oil distribution

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • This January

Companies mentioned:中聯油脂

Rebuilding of Wang Gong Fishing Port's fish market annex expected to boost local development

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • The cost is about NT$95 million
  • Construction is expected to take 240 calendar days
  • Total floor area is about 692.3 square meters

Companies mentioned:彰化縣政府、彰化區漁會、芳苑鄉公所

Hsu Shu-hua inspects project and approves nearly NT$20 million for basic infrastructure improvements in Guoxing Township

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Original當場簽核新台幣1940多萬元經費

Companies mentioned:南投縣政府、南投縣政府工務處

Field notes/48 hours after the tragedy, between the 曼谷啤酒餐廳 fire scene and the hospital

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • The beer restaurant that claimed 30 lives
  • 24 hours after the fire broke out

Companies mentioned:曼谷啤酒餐廳

Gang-linked scam ring used GPS fleet to monitor couriers; Taipei police arrest 38 suspects and refer them for prosecution

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • 38 suspects arrested
  • Retired Taipei man scammed out of more than NT$15 million
  • 14 victims identified so far
  • More than NT$15 million in cash seized
  • Taipei City received 1,224 fraud reports
  • Financial losses exceeded NT$765.67 million
  • Investment scams accounted for 114 cases
  • Financial losses reached more than NT$193.12 million

Companies mentioned:天道盟美鷹會、LINE、IG、臉書

張秀卿 concert postponed to 10/10; recharged and promising fans she won't miss the date

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Postponed to October 10
  • Originally scheduled for July 11

Companies mentioned:張秀卿、大台南會展中心、羅時豐、李子森、張芸京

39th anniversary of the lifting of martial law: Lai Ching-te says unity is needed to defend democracy and prevent authoritarianism from returning to Taiwan

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • 39th anniversary of the lifting of martial law
  • Taiwan endured 38 years and 56 days of martial law

Companies mentioned:民進黨、國民黨

Taiwan dollar falls 1.7 cents to close at 32.189

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Closed at 32.189
  • Fell 1.7 cents
  • Trading volume totaled US$1.231 billion

Companies mentioned:中央社

BWF Japan Open: Chou Tien-chen loses in first round, misses out on advancing

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Seeded No. 6 in men's singles
  • Lost 19-21
  • 6-21
  • World ranked No. 28
  • Lost 16-21
  • Won 21-16

Companies mentioned:BWF、世界羽聯

Traveler caught smuggling live animals through Kinmen's mini three links; barred from leaving after questioning

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Ordered released on NT$50,000 bail
  • 8 live endangered black-breasted leaf turtles imported
  • 1 marmot (groundhog)

Companies mentioned:海洋委員會、海巡署、海關、金門地方檢察署、中央社

基隆市政府 searched; Hsieh Kuo-liang says all departments are actively cooperating with investigation

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • A total of 31 locations
  • A total of 17 defendants
  • And 7 witnesses

Companies mentioned:基隆市政府、基隆地檢署、廉政署、國民黨

Metal debris scattered on National Freeway One between Hukou and Hsinchu punctures tires; police identify truck involved

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • As of the 6th, police had received 51 cases.
  • Police seized 1 large truck suspected of dropping waste.

Companies mentioned:國民黨、中央社、國道公路警察局

High school student with arrhythmia suffers cardiac arrest while running; seamless coordination among 3 parties saves his life.

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • An 18-year-old male high school student in Taichung.

Companies mentioned:仁愛長庚合作聯盟醫院、大里仁愛醫院、中市消防局、赫力高級救護隊

保瑞 partners with 英矽智能 to develop AI drugs, initially focusing on neurological diseases.

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • The partnership plans are expected to advance by about 30% to 40% this year.

Companies mentioned:保瑞、英矽智能、Insilico Medicine

Hospital personnel expenses rise by NT$8.1 billion; 醫改會 fears pay raises without more staff.

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Personnel expenses at medical institutions rose by NT$8.1 billion.
  • Personnel expenses accounted for 45.6%.
  • Personnel expenses totaled NT$310.2 billion.
  • Medical centers: 43%.
  • Regional hospitals: 45.1%.
  • District hospitals: 46.9%.
  • The reporting threshold has been gradually lowered from NT$600 million to NT$200 million.

Companies mentioned:健保署、醫改會

Original馬興瑞落馬 新疆表態擁護中共中央處理

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Ma Xingrui indulged and allowed relatives to exploit his position and influence to obtain huge benefits.

Companies mentioned:中共、新疆維吾爾自治區黨委、新疆日報、新華社、中央社

Four-nation elite baseball tournament: 3 pitchers dominate, Tseng Sheng-an makes a brilliant defensive play, and Taiwan takes third place.

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • 台灣隊 wins third place with a final score of 1-0.
  • Original讓韓國1分未得
  • The fastest pitch shown on the television broadcast was 153 kilometers per hour.

Companies mentioned:台灣隊、韓國隊

Outspoken Gao Shanwen silenced; Xi Jinping gave the order and Cai Qi carried it out.

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • China's actual GDP growth may be less than half the official figure, perhaps around 2%.
  • The nearly 5% figure claimed by Beijing.
  • Died at age 55.

Companies mentioned:華爾街日報、皮特森國際經濟研究所、國投證券、光大證券、北京大學

Alleged child abuse at a Taipei kindergarten; Education Department says childcare workers were ordered suspended upon receiving the report.

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • At least 12 people were victims.
  • The kindergarten was fined NT$30,000 for delaying its report.
  • The kindergarten had 23 children.
  • A fine of NT$120,000 has been imposed under the Early Childhood Education and Care Act.
  • A fine of NT$50,000.

Companies mentioned:北市教育局、北市府、台北市議會、社會局

Former KMT Central Standing Committee member wins by-election for head of the Fangyuan Township Farmers' Association in Changhua.

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Won with all 9 votes.
  • The term runs through March 118.

Companies mentioned:中國國民黨、彰化縣芳苑鄉農會

東元 takes part in the Japan-Taiwan Image Exhibition, showcasing robot joint modules.

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

東元電機 is taking part in the 2026 Japan-Taiwan Image Exhibition through its subsidiary TECO Japan, showcasing robot joint modules and electric vehicle power systems. The move strengthens its presence in Japan's smart manufacturing and low-altitude economy markets and carries important strategic significance.

Hong Kong government says it has no current plans to follow suit with restrictions on young people's use of social media.

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • People aged under 16.

Companies mentioned:香港創新科技及工業局

中聯油品's products hit store shelves, sparking controversy; Executive Yuan says central-local cooperation requires no political maneuvering.

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Executive Yuan President Cho Jung-tai gave instructions at an Executive Yuan meeting on the 9th.

Companies mentioned:中聯油品

中聯油品's products hit store shelves, sparking controversy; Executive Yuan says central-local cooperation requires no political maneuvering.

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Executive Yuan President Cho Jung-tai instructed officials at an Executive Yuan meeting on the 9th to expand precautionary removal of products from shelves.

Companies mentioned:中聯油品

ASML's high-NA EUV enters mass production; Intel processors adopt a new process.

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • ASML's second-quarter revenue reached €9.3 billion.
  • Gross margin: 54%.
  • Third-quarter revenue is expected to climb to between €11 billion and €12 billion.
  • Gross margin is expected to reach 55% to 57%.
  • ASML plans to increase production capacity for Low NA EUV lithography equipment by 30% in 2027.

Companies mentioned:ASML、英特尔

Ground broken for a regional cold-chain logistics center in Chiayi County, marking a new milestone in agricultural smart technology.

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Leased 3.9 hectares of land from 台糖.
  • The project has a total budget of about NT$348.9 million.
  • 2,000 metric tons per year.
  • 20,000 metric tons.
  • The shelf life of agricultural products is extended by about 3 times.
  • The spoilage rate also fell from 25% to 10%.

Companies mentioned:嘉義縣政府、農業部、台糖

Southwesterly winds bring a foehn to Taitung; temperatures in Taimali reach 38.6 degrees.

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Taimali, Taitung, recorded the high of 38.6 degrees Celsius.
  • Yuli Township, Hualien County: 37.7 degrees.
  • Changhua City, Changhua County: 37.5 degrees.
  • Nanxi District, Tainan City: 37.3 degrees.

Companies mentioned:中央社、中央氣象署、氣象署

Two former Nepalese ministers sentenced in Bhutanese refugee resettlement fraud case.

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • More than 10 other people.
  • More than 100,000 people of Nepalese descent.
  • 4 years in prison.
  • 40,000 rupees.
  • About NT$8,281.
  • 2 years in prison.
  • 20,000 rupees.
  • Another 14 people.
  • 7 defendants
  • From 2007 to 2018.
  • The program ended in 2018.
  • March 2023

Companies mentioned:法新社、加德滿都地方法院、尼泊爾媒體、尼泊爾警方

Original台電高雄區處新卸任處長交接 林昶旭:強化電網韌性

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Energy-saving visits and diagnostic services for more than 817 businesses and institutions.

Companies mentioned:台電

U.S. expands sanctions on Iran, targeting oil industry and freezing $4.2 billion in crypto assets.

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

The United States has expanded sanctions on Iran’s oil industry, targeting cryptocurrency linked to Shamkhani’s network. The move reflects rising geopolitical tensions and could affect international markets.

Zhonglian edible oil case: Taoyuan City government inspects 1,214 businesses across departments.

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

The Taoyuan City Government launched cross-department inspections in response to the Zhonglian edible oil case, checking more than 1,214 businesses and handling more than 46,000 kilograms of problematic oil products. The response demonstrates the local government's rapid action on food safety and transparent governance, both crucial to consumer confidence.

Think tank warns China is targeting Dutch strategic industries, potentially constraining policy options.

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

The Netherlands’ strategic industries are targets of Chinese economic pressure and espionage, with semiconductor companies such as ASML particularly affected. Concerns have been raised that this could restrict freedom of policy choices.

Companies mentioned:ASML、恩智浦セミコンダクターズ(NXP Semiconductors)、中遠海運ポート、招商局ポートホールディング

Shipwreck in waters near Alcatraz Island in California leaves 1 dead and 3 missing.

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

A boat sank near Alcatraz Island in California, leaving 1 person dead and 3 missing. Those on board were mainly families attending a memorial event, and rescue efforts are continuing. The waters where the accident occurred are known for strong currents.

Legislative Yuan Education and Culture Committee visits Taichung esports facilities; Lee Yang says budget will increase.

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

The Legislative Yuan's Education and Culture Committee inspected esports facilities at Hungkuang University of Science and Technology in Taichung. Sports Minister Lee Yang announced that next year's esports budget will rise from NT$4 million to NT$30 million. The move reflects the government's emphasis on the esports industry and is expected to help develop talent and the industry.

Three major institutional investors bought a net NT$20.192 billion in Taiwan stocks.

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Among the three major institutional investors, foreign and mainland Chinese investors were net sellers, while investment trusts and proprietary traders were net buyers, for combined net purchases of NT$20.192 billion.
  • Taiwan stocks rose 893.64 points today.
  • The index closed at 45,631.59 points.
  • Trading value was NT$984.081 billion.
  • Proprietary traders were net buyers of NT$10.126 billion.
  • Investment trusts were net buyers of NT$11.481 billion.
  • Foreign and mainland Chinese investors were net sellers of NT$1.415 billion.

Expo's "200 million yen toilet" to be removed; cost reaches 100 million yen.

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • The 200 million yen toilet.
  • Related costs reached 100 million yen.
  • Awarded the contract at 153 million yen, excluding tax.

Companies mentioned:日本國際博覽會協會

Taipei parents charged after 1-and-a-half-year-old boy suffers serious injuries from prolonged abuse.

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • The 5-year-old maternal half-brother.
  • ROC year 113, November 4.

Companies mentioned:台北地檢署、馬偕兒童醫院

Original議員批烏來坪林無公托 新北允偏區年底增定點臨托

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

A New Taipei City councilor criticized the shortage of public childcare centers in Wulai and Pinglin. The Department of Social Welfare had rejected their establishment, citing insufficient population, but plans to set up fixed-location temporary childcare services in each remote district by the end of 2023.

Taipei Veterans General Hospital president revisits typhoon-day closures, saying the issue is about more than missing a day's worth of medical visits.

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

The head of Taipei Veterans General Hospital explained the impact of suspending outpatient services during the typhoon and stressed the importance of continuity of medical care. The head stated explicitly that the remarks had no political intent.

Financial expert teaches 4 investing principles that make it easier to earn money than watching the market every day【Book Excerpt】

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Financial expert Rachel Richards shares four key investing principles to help new investors overcome fear and achieve financial independence by age 27, emphasizing long-term holding and buying on dips.

Attending Asian Taiwanese Businessmen’s Association meeting, Chiang Chi-chen says support for Taiwanese businesses is a cross-party consensus

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Legislative Yuan Vice President Chiang Chi-chen attended the annual meeting of the Asian Taiwanese Businessmen’s Association, emphasizing that Taiwanese businesses are Taiwan’s trade and diplomatic ambassadors and that supporting them is a cross-party consensus in the Legislative Yuan.

中聯油脂 case: Control Yuan to conduct a rigorous and careful special investigation

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

The 中聯油脂 case prompted legislators to question the food-safety traceability system. Control Yuan Minister Chen Jui-min pledged to launch a special investigation to examine regulatory loopholes and the risks of investors taking over food businesses.

Companies mentioned:中聯油脂、泰山、福懋

Dahu Industrial High School work-study class teams up with charity to repair lights, brightening 3 school campuses

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

With support from the 台積電慈善基金會, Dahu Industrial High School’s work-study class replaced LED lights at three schools in Miaoli, achieving the dual goals of energy conservation and hands-on vocational education.

Companies mentioned:台積電慈善基金會

Semiconductor stocks drive gains as Japanese shares close higher

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Benchmark Nikkei index closes up 1008.01 points, or 1.49%
  • Benchmark Nikkei index closes up 1008.01 points, or 1.49%, at 68751.51 points
  • Tokyo Stock Price Index closes up 49.14 points, or 1.22%
  • Tokyo Stock Price Index closes up 49.14 points, or 1.22%, at 4088.12 points

Detailed rules for old labor pension system take effect 7/17, adding options for voluntary contributions and early settlement

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Workers covered exclusively by the old system may voluntarily contribute up to 6% of their monthly wages toward retirement benefits
  • The amount of the early-settlement retirement benefit is NT$2 million
  • Employers must still pay NT$300,000 in retirement benefits

Companies mentioned:勞動部、行政院、勞工保險局

German lawmakers accuse Russia of spreading disinformation to covertly aid far right and interfere in local elections

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Ahead of Germany’s regional elections, suspicions are growing that Russia is spreading disinformation to support a far-right party. The threat is seen as a national security concern amid fears of political division and destabilization.

Companies mentioned:Antibot4Navalny、ARD、Deutsche Welle (DW)、AFP

Heat wave sweeps Germany as heat-related deaths in June surge 32%

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • About 23,900 people died nationwide
  • An increase of 7,100 from the previous 2 weeks
  • The high exceeded 41 degrees Celsius
  • The latest heat wave in Germany caused at least 5,100 deaths from heat-related causes
  • About 2,600 to 4,900 people die each year from heat-related causes

Companies mentioned:ドイツ連邦統計局、ロベルト・コッホ研究所

Charging delivery workers a matching fee? Uber Eats: No plans at present

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • The basic pay for each order must be at least 1.25 times the minimum hourly wage
  • The guaranteed minimum must be at least NT$45
  • Merchant service fees will rise by 2.5 to 3 percentage points on the 21st
  • The monthly subscription fee for the UberOne membership plan has increased from NT$120 to NT$199
  • The annual subscription fee has risen from NT$1,200 to NT$1,990
  • Taiwan’s food-service industry has an annual output value of about NT$1 trillion
  • Original外送產業年訂單金額約1000多億元
  • Food delivery accounts for about 10% of Taiwan’s overall food-service revenue

Companies mentioned:Uber Eats、台灣數位平台經濟協會(DEAT)、Uber

Pingtung promotes reuse of discarded fishing nets, offering a recycling reward of NT$15 per kilogram

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Original屏東県政府が廃棄漁網の回収に1キロ15元の報奨金を導入し、4か所の一時保管場所を設置。海洋保護と漁業の持続可能性を両立させる取り組みで、漁民の協力が不可欠。

Companies mentioned:大仁科技大学

Ma Xingrui accused of tolerating and failing to manage those around him; Hong Kong media name close aide and secretary Li Guanglu

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

The Chinese Communist Party expelled former Politburo member Ma Xingrui from the party and removed him from public office, citing his failure to curb corruption among aides and relatives. Hong Kong media identified his secretary, Li Guanglu, as one of his close associates.

Changhua synthetic leather factory suspected of evading more than NT$60 million in air pollution fees; prosecutors indict 6 people

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

A PU synthetic leather factory in Changhua underreported its toluene emissions for 7 years, evading more than 65.83 million yen in air pollution fees. Six people, including the person in charge surnamed Li, were indicted, amid scrutiny of environmental regulation violations.

Tattooing a path home: National Museum of Prehistory exhibition showcases Indigenous tattoo culture

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

The National Museum of Prehistory is holding a special exhibition on the revival of Indigenous tattoo culture. The resurgence of a culture that has drawn renewed attention after a 100-year break is helping restore identity.

Army Apache and Black Hawk helicopters land at National Central University, drawing crowds of students

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Army Apache and Black Hawk helicopters landed at National Central University, where students at a science exhibition asked about the principles of flight and weapons. The event was held as part of national defense education.

Electronics heavyweight stocks and the 台塑四寶 surge, lifting Taiwan stocks 893 points to close at 45631 points

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • The weighted index rose 893.64 points at the close
  • Closing at 45631.59 points
  • A gain of 2%
  • Trading value fell to NT$984.081 billion
  • The electronics index surged 1.98%
  • The financial index turned positive, rising 0.38%
  • The OTC index rose 2.21%
  • 台積電 closed at NT$2,440
  • Up NT$20
  • Up 0.83%
  • 聯發科 closed at NT$3,740
  • Up 2.19%

Companies mentioned:台積電、聯發科、台達電、鴻海、聯電、日月光投控、南亞科、華邦電、國巨、華新科、台塑、南亞、台化、台塑化、沛爾生醫、兆聯實業、萬潤站、台新臺灣IC設計研究團隊、美國聯邦準備理事會、華許

To meet battlefield demand for drones, EU allows Ukraine to use loans to buy Chinese-made components

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • 烏克蘭 has received an exemption for some of the funding from its first defense loan tranche of about 6 billion euros
  • The funding is part of the first defense procurement disbursement under the EU’s 60 billion euro loan to aid Ukraine
  • Original烏克蘭官員表示,如今俄軍戰場損失中,約有8成來自無人機攻擊
  • For suppliers from countries that have not been approved, components from other countries may not exceed 35% of a contract

Companies mentioned:歐洲聯盟、烏克蘭、中國、金融時報、歐洲聯盟執行委員會、烏克蘭國防部、加拿大、英國

中聯油脂 case: Lin Ching-yi says both soybeans and the production process are suspected to be problematic

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Original統計今年1月到5月共自巴西進口60萬公噸黃豆
  • A total of 440 products are currently affected

Companies mentioned:中聯油脂、大統益、美藍雷、福壽、食藥署、衛福部、財政部

Osaka Dotonbori fire that killed 2: Man suspected of causing blaze by tossing cigarette butt faces prosecution

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • The incident caused the deaths of 2 firefighters
  • The man referred to prosecutors is currently 35 years old
  • One of them was just 22 years old

Companies mentioned:唐吉訶德、一蘭拉麵、讀賣電視台

July Taiwan stock index futures rise 1040 points

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Taiwan stock index futures for July rose 1040 points, recording a premium over the spot market. 台湾期貨取引所 provided an opening reference price to ensure market transparency.

Companies mentioned:台湾期貨取引所

First half of summer in Spain breaks heat records, reaching highest levels since 1961

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Spain experienced its hottest first half of summer since 1961 in 2026, with an unusual heat wave arriving early and underscoring the worsening effects of climate change. Data released by the national meteorological agency showed temperatures rising at an accelerating pace, raising concerns about effects across Europe.

Companies mentioned:スペイン国家気象局(AEMET)

July electronic and financial futures both rise

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Taipei’s July electronic and financial futures rose simultaneously, maintaining a premium over spot prices. The market trend, reported by the Central News Agency, pointed to an optimistic outlook among investors.

Taiwan stocks rise 893.64 points

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Taipei’s stock market surged, with the index gaining 893.64 points to close at 45,631.59. Trading value was also high at NT$984 billion, as investor interest grew. This reflected bullish sentiment in the Taiwan market.

Companies mentioned:群創、統一、群益台湾加重正2、友達、力積電、增你強、藥華藥、冠西電、統懋、統領、百容、華廣、天二科技、玉晶光、大立光

Taiwan stocks close higher by 893 points after futures settlement, with gains narrowing to less than a thousand points

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Taiwan stocks rebounded strongly today, buoyed by U.S. and South Korean markets, with the weighted index closing up 893 points. Heavyweights including 台積電 led the gains, though the advance narrowed near the close due to Taiwan index futures settlement. This is an important sign that market confidence is stabilizing.

Companies mentioned:台積電、台塑四寶

To curb rabies transmission risk, dog and cat ban extended again at national forest recreation areas

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

The Forestry and Nature Conservation Agency under the Ministry of Agriculture has extended the ban on dogs and cats at forest recreation areas through 2028 to reduce the risk of rabies transmission. Six parks will trial conditional access, requiring visitors to apply and comply with rules such as keeping pets on leashes.

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Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts) — 21st Period (2025/04/16–2026/04/15)

Published ・ Source Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示

Amova Asset Management filed its securities report for the 21st period. It is an important legal document for ensuring transparency in investment trusts and protecting investors.

Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts) — 16th Period (2025/04/16–2026/04/15)

Published ・ Source Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示

Tokio Marine Asset Management published its securities report for the 16th period. The important statutory disclosure document includes information on the investment trust’s management and financial position.

Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts) — 21st Period (2025/04/16–2026/04/15)

Published ・ Source Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示

Amova Asset Management filed its securities report for the 21st period (2025/04/16–2026/04/15). The report discloses the investment trust’s financial and management information to ensure transparency for investors.

Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts) – 25th Period (2025/10/16–2026/04/15)

Published ・ Source Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示

Norinchukin Zenkyoren Asset Management filed its securities report for the 25th period. It disclosed the investment trust’s financial position, providing investors with comprehensive information.

Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts) — 12th Period (2025/10/16–2026/04/15)

Published ・ Source Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示

Carrera Asset Management filed its securities report for the 12th period. It discloses the investment trust’s financial position and performance, providing important information for investors.

Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts) — 17th Period (2025/10/16–2026/04/15)

Published ・ Source Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示

Nissei Asset Management published its securities report for the 17th period, disclosing the investment trust’s financial position and performance to ensure transparency for investors.

Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts) — 26th Period (2025/10/16–2026/04/15)

Published ・ Source Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示

Carrera Asset Management filed its securities report for the 26th period. It outlines efforts to strengthen investment performance and ESG measures, aiming to improve transparency for investors.

Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts) — 5th Period (2025/10/16–2026/04/15)

Published ・ Source Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示

Asset Management One filed its securities report for the 5th period. The report concerns beneficiary certificates of domestic investment trusts and aims to ensure transparency for investors.

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