https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.htmlOne place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 528 items from 2 sources; Taiwan, 210 items from 6 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.en https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470712https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470712Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES合同会社DMM.com will begin selling “DMM Lottery Vol.2,” themed around 株式会社タカラトミー’s “BEYBLADE X,” on Oct. 23, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470711https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470711Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESサンワサプライ株式会社 has released the A3-compatible “400-LM015” and A4-compatible “400-LM016” laminators, each combining laminating and cutting functions in 1 device. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470710https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470710Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe Tokyo branch of 一般社団法人日本自動車連盟（JAF） will hold an awards ceremony on Nov. 15 for the 3rd “Let’s Eliminate Traffic Accidents Together!” poster contest. It will select and honor 13 winners from 331 entries, 100 more than last time. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470709https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470709Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES『異界ノ宿帳』, operated by 株式会社フロンティアワークス, will take part in Steam Next Fest starting Oct. 20, 2026, and has announced the release of a free demo and Chinese-language support, among other updates. The game is scheduled for release on Steam in November 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470708https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470708Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社アルマビアンカ announced that a pop-up shop selling original merchandise from the manga “MUJINA INTO THE DEEP” will open at 紀伊國屋書店 Shinjuku Main Store from Nov. 3, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470707https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470707Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社アルマビアンカ will hold the “TV Anime Delicious in Dungeon POP UP SHOP” at ボークス locations in Akihabara and Osaka, and will offer new original illustrated goods for sale ahead of their general release. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470706https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470706Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社KADOKAWA will begin selling the “Red Dragon Hoodie ver.” online lottery featuring newly illustrated mini-character artwork from Delicious in Dungeon on くじ引き堂 starting October 27, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470705https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470705Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社KADOKAWA will begin selling an online lottery for Mahoromatic on くじ引き堂 starting October 20, 2026. The lottery features illustrations drawn by Kazuhiro Takamura, and an X follow-and-repost campaign will also be held. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470704https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470704Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社KADOKAWA will begin selling an online lottery featuring prizes with original illustrations from the popular comic The Fox Deity and the Salaryman on くじ引き堂 starting October 22, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470703https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470703Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社KADOKAWA and 株式会社角川メディアハウス will hold “Hawaiian Fest 2026 in Sakura Town” for the first time at Tokorozawa Sakura Town in Tokorozawa, Saitama Prefecture, on November 7 and 8, 2026. The event will feature performances by more than 300 dancers and a food market, as well as a campaign offering ZIPAIR points worth 100,000 yen. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470662https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470662Tue, 20 Oct 2026 11:58:51 +0900JapanPR TIMES神戸ポートピアホテル will participate as a supporting company in “PORTOPIA STREET FES 2026,” to be held on Port Island in Kobe on October 31, 2026, and will handle the planning and operation of “Gourmet Garden.” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470663https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470663Tue, 20 Oct 2026 11:58:47 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe Echizen Ayakashi Banquet Project, organized by 株式会社Idea Craft and others, will hold a yokai event at Takefu Central Park and Hoshuji Temple on November 1, 2026, and promote walks around town in collaboration with the Takefu Chrysanthemum Doll Festival. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470664https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470664Tue, 20 Oct 2026 11:57:34 +0900JapanPR TIMESリクエスト株式会社 has released free illustrated materials titled “When people have different visions of the desired outcome, the questions they think are necessary also change,” designed to support workplace dialogue and practice based on organizational behavior science data. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470665https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470665Tue, 20 Oct 2026 11:56:33 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ビジョナリー will hold “Muscle Internship” for the first time in Hikone, Shiga Prefecture, on November 14. Combining workplace experience with strength training, the program aims to address local labor shortages and improve perceptions of welfare work. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470666https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470666Tue, 20 Oct 2026 11:56:32 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社NGA has begun offering a free beta version of Japan’s first personal AI agent dedicated to job hunting on its AI job platform HelloBoss. The service uses voice interviews and resume analysis to understand job seekers, then has AI support them from proposing more than 700,000 job listings through application preparation. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470667https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470667Tue, 20 Oct 2026 11:55:40 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社スタジオグラム published a paid note article on October 20, 2026, systematizing how designers who cannot break out of monthly sales of around 50,000 yen can structure their work to become independent and command higher fees in the AI era. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470668https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470668Tue, 20 Oct 2026 11:55:31 +0900JapanPR TIMES那覇商工会議所 and INPIT沖縄県知財総合支援窓口 will hold an intellectual property utilization seminar on December 9, featuring Kohta Ogawa, the inventor of flick input, as the instructor. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470669https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470669Tue, 20 Oct 2026 11:54:07 +0900JapanPR TIMESiYell株式会社 will hold an AI utilization seminar for business leaders on October 26. The program will include a demonstration of business process automation by a liberal arts graduate CEO, individual consultations, and a networking session. The participation fee is 3,000 yen. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470670https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470670Tue, 20 Oct 2026 11:53:35 +0900JapanPR TIMESAccessory brand LUNA EARTH, operated by 株式会社エンドレス, will open its Central Park store in Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture, on October 27, 2026. Prices start at 330 yen (tax included), and the store will carry allergy-conscious earrings and fashion accessories. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470671https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470671Tue, 20 Oct 2026 11:53:11 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社オランダ家 will run the Halloween special “Guess the Weight of the Pumpkin Campaign” starting October 24, 2026, and will also sell limited-edition cakes. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470672https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470672Tue, 20 Oct 2026 11:52:06 +0900JapanPR TIMES川越市は令和8年10月、株式会社ぎょうざの満洲とコラボレーションした学校給食を提供する。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470673https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470673Tue, 20 Oct 2026 11:50:38 +0900JapanPR TIMESA limited-edition Tirolian, “Salt Vanilla,” created in collaboration between 鳥飼八幡宮 and 株式会社千鳥饅頭総本舗, goes on sale October 19, 2026. It is made with Itoshima salt purified at 鳥飼八幡宮 and is available at 3 locations. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470674https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470674Tue, 20 Oct 2026 11:50:20 +0900JapanPR TIMESTeppanyaki restaurant 匠, inside the Strings Hotel Nagoya operated by 株式会社ベストブライダル, will serve its Christmas dinner, “Strings Christmas ~Moonlit Night~,” for 2 days only, December 24 and 25, 2026. The special course features carefully selected ingredients including spiny lobster and blackthroat seaperch. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470675https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470675Tue, 20 Oct 2026 11:50:13 +0900JapanPR TIMESGeotab has announced its full-scale entry into Japan and begun offering a telematics platform that integrates video and vehicle data. Using the AI-powered dashcam “GO Focus Plus” and generative AI assistant “Geotab Ace,” it will help improve driver safety and fleet efficiency. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470677https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470677Tue, 20 Oct 2026 11:50:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社プロト has launched “PLOT Maintenance Custom Plating Craftsman ‘Takumi,’” a surface-protection maintenance agent that prevents rust and deterioration in plated products. It is manufactured by 三和メッキ工業株式会社. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470676https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470676Tue, 20 Oct 2026 11:50:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESApproximately 1 million cosmos flowers are at their peak at the Flower Hill in 国営海の中道海浜公園 and can be enjoyed until late October. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470678https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470678Tue, 20 Oct 2026 11:47:10 +0900JapanPR TIMES群馬県みなかみ町と特定非営利活動法人芸術と遊び創造協会は、2027年秋開館予定の「みなかみ木のおもちゃ美術館（仮称）」で活躍するボランティアスタッフ「おもちゃ学芸員」の第2期～第4期養成講座の募集を開始した。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471818https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471818Tue, 20 Oct 2026 14:48:43 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAKorean scholar Park Byung-kwang said Xi Jinping’s visits to Pyongyang in 2019 and 2026 reflect a shift in Beijing’s diplomatic strategy from denuclearization talks to managing the regional strategic environment in response to U.S.-China competition. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471819https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471819Tue, 20 Oct 2026 14:44:41 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAU.S. envoy Witkoff will travel to Europe this week for talks with Ukrainian leaders, then plans to go to Russia in hopes of meeting Russian President Putin to jointly develop a peace proposal. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471820https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471820Tue, 20 Oct 2026 14:44:39 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA man surnamed Hsu from Taoyuan argued with a drunken man surnamed Chin in a park and punched him in the head, causing him to fall and hit the ground. He died after more than a month of emergency treatment. The district court sentenced Hsu to 9 years and 2 months in prison for causing death by assault. The Taiwan High Court rejected appeals by prosecutors and the defendant and upheld the original ruling. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471815https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471815Tue, 20 Oct 2026 14:43:37 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Taiwan Stock Exchange weighted index fell 529.15 points to close at 46292.93, with trading value shrinking to NT$758.684 billion. 台積電 fell NT$15 to close at NT$2405, while heavyweight electronics stocks, passive components and OEM manufacturers all fell or struggled to reverse their declines. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471816https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471816Tue, 20 Oct 2026 14:43:35 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA日本職棒阪神虎強打佐藤輝明獲球團同意，將透過入札制度挑戰美國職棒大聯盟，紐約大都會等豪門隊伍預料將向其招手。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471817https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471817Tue, 20 Oct 2026 14:42:33 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA疾管署澄清網傳美軍禁止採購莫德納流感疫苗為誤導訊息，美方實因CDC尚未納入建議而暫不採購，台灣尚未引進該疫苗。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471795https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471795Tue, 20 Oct 2026 14:36:28 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA台大學生會 recently held an LGBTQ parade on campus, calling on students and faculty to reflect on social categorization and self-identity through clothing, and building momentum for the Taiwan LGBTQ Pride parade scheduled for the 31st. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471794https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471794Tue, 20 Oct 2026 14:32:26 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAPresident Lai announced at a hardware industry exhibition that the government will invest an additional NT$100 billion over the next 8 years to help small and medium-sized businesses upgrade and transform and adopt AI applications. Combined with existing budgets, total annual investment will reach NT$25 billion. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471789https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471789Tue, 20 Oct 2026 14:30:24 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA man surnamed Liu spread false information on the Wetalk高雄 Facebook page claiming that Kaohsiung had 5 times as many hantavirus cases as Taipei and New Taipei. After completing its investigation, the Kaohsiung District Prosecutors Office granted him deferred prosecution for 1 year under the Communicable Disease Control Act, taking into account his admission of the offense. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471790https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471790Tue, 20 Oct 2026 14:28:22 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAFormer European Commission President José Manuel Barroso visited Taiwan at the invitation of 中央研究院 and delivered a speech, emphasizing the need for solidarity in addressing global public health issues. Countries must work together to establish shared mechanisms for disease surveillance and outbreak response, and strengthen economic resilience through international cooperation and institutional reform. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471791https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471791Tue, 20 Oct 2026 14:27:20 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe latest poll by 信民協會 shows Democratic Progressive Party Taipei mayoral candidate Shen Po-yang leading Kuomintang incumbent Chiang Wan-an. Shen said the outcome would be decided by votes, not paper polls, and criticized Chiang for being unprepared on issues including medical evacuations from outlying islands. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471792https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471792Tue, 20 Oct 2026 14:26:18 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA美國地質調查所通報南太平洋島國萬那杜外海發生規模6.3地震，震央位於奧瑞港村西北方約200公里處；太平洋海嘯警報中心表示未引發海嘯威脅。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471793https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471793Tue, 20 Oct 2026 14:25:16 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA內政部都委會通過彰化水五金田園生產聚落特定區主要計畫案，彰縣長王惠美表示此舉將解決工廠與農地混雜問題並提升產業競爭力，同時感謝中央協助。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471769https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471769Tue, 20 Oct 2026 14:18:13 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA台光電董事長董定宇表示，高階CCL供需緊俏至少持續至2030年；台灣產能預計2028年增至3倍，M10材料預計今年底至明年初推出。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471770https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471770Tue, 20 Oct 2026 14:16:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe U.S. Department of Homeland Security ordered federal civilian agencies to stop using AI tools developed by Chinese startup DeepSeek, citing concerns that sensitive data could be transmitted to China. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471639https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471639Tue, 20 Oct 2026 14:11:09 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAPhotos released by Myanmar’s military government show detained former leader Aung San Suu Kyi receiving books and a letter from Britain’s King Charles III, in a rare report of contact with the outside world since her detention in 2021. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471640https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471640Tue, 20 Oct 2026 14:09:07 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAfter announcing year-on-year GDP growth of 4.6% for the first 3 quarters, Chinese authorities published explanatory articles by 10 statistics bureau officials. The data showed that rural consumption grew faster than urban consumption, online retail became an important driver of consumption growth, and retail sales of services continued to outpace those of goods. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471641https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471641Tue, 20 Oct 2026 14:08:05 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAJazz pianist 陳若玗 has released “Madly, Deeply,” the first single from her new album “Modern Love.” Through a dialogue between piano and string quartet, the song conveys fragility and resilience. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471638https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471638Tue, 20 Oct 2026 14:01:02 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAVeteran entertainer 余天, 78, has begun making campaign appearances to help cover household expenses amid financial pressure on his son 余祥銓, who is supporting the family. He has already taken more than 20 appearances. 余天 recently performed at the opening of a campaign headquarters for 民進黨 Taipei City Councilor 林世宗, and his wife 李亞萍 said his health has improved. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471612https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471612Tue, 20 Oct 2026 13:59:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA國研院’s 國震中心 has released AI disaster prevention and response technologies, including “安全耐震我的AI,” which allows the public to upload photos for free to obtain an initial assessment of seismic resistance; “建物震損速評,” which assists experts in their evaluations; and “POSEIDON,” a fire-service water-supply dispatch system. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471613https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471613Tue, 20 Oct 2026 13:58:58 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA星宇航空迎來密集交機潮，預計2026年底機隊達42架、2027年底增至48架。公司看好增班拓點效益，預估明年營收年增逾4成，但油價波動為營運最大變數。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471507https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471507Tue, 20 Oct 2026 13:54:56 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA台鐵基隆站掛看板引發爭議，基隆市長謝國樑指民進黨參選人童子瑋有特殊關係才能做到特殊安排；童子瑋反批謝國樑造謠抹黑，強調看板合法合規，並呼籲選舉回歸市政論述。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471508https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471508Tue, 20 Oct 2026 13:53:54 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA外交部 announced that 台灣光華雜誌 will undergo a transformation starting in 2027, with a limited-run print quarterly for use by overseas missions. It will also prioritize digital content, promote online exhibitions and revamp its website. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471509https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471509Tue, 20 Oct 2026 13:52:52 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAPremier 卓榮泰 said the Executive Yuan is working to keep the annual increase in the consumer price index (CPI) below 2% in response to inflation. Central bank Governor 楊金龍 said keeping inflation at around 2% is a medium- to long-term goal, while it may exceed that in the short term. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471505https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471505Tue, 20 Oct 2026 13:51:50 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA台大醫院 and 威剛科技 have unveiled the 3rd-generation AI disinfection robot “台威醫寶,” which combines 222-nanometer far-UVC technology with AI object recognition. Based on experience, it can save at least 4 cleaning staff for a night. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471506https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471506Tue, 20 Oct 2026 13:44:47 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA國民黨 Kaohsiung mayoral candidate 柯志恩 sought advice from manager 陳鎮川, saying she hopes to transform Kaohsiung from a city of cultural events into a cultural-industry hub. 民進黨 candidate 賴瑞隆 called on the public to help come up with a slogan for his ballot number. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471502https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471502Tue, 20 Oct 2026 13:42:45 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAInvestigators probing an alleged profiteering case involving the widening of rural roads by the Taitung County government questioned former county chief 吳俊立 and searched his home and candidate 吳秀華’s service office. 吳秀華 said she respects the judicial investigation, while 民進黨 candidate 陳瑩 urged 吳秀華 to explain the use of public works funds and any issues involving conflict-of-interest recusal. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471503https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471503Tue, 20 Oct 2026 13:41:43 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA星宇航空 said strong passenger and cargo demand from the semiconductor supply chain has prompted it to add flights to Prague, Phoenix and Ontario, and that it is evaluating new destinations including Dallas and Chicago. It has also deployed larger aircraft and added flights on its Kuala Lumpur route to meet the needs of Taiwanese companies’ investments in Southeast Asia and their AI supply chain expansion. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471504https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471504Tue, 20 Oct 2026 13:40:41 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAU.S. Vice President 范斯 refused to declare support for Israeli Prime Minister 尼坦雅胡, taking a different position from 川普. Meanwhile, reports of 赫格塞斯’s visit to Israel have drawn attention to the situation in the Middle East. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471472https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471472Tue, 20 Oct 2026 13:38:39 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNALegislator 陳瑩 said Taiwan Railways’ fare discounts have a policy gap, leaving junior and senior high school students without a discount of their own. Transportation Minister 陳世凱 said he has asked 台鐵公司 to study the issue, with the aim of adapting the college student discount model and introducing discounted fares for junior and senior high school students in January next year. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471432https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471432Tue, 20 Oct 2026 13:30:36 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe 2026 TPCA Show opens, with machine tool maker 東台 exhibiting CCD high-precision drilling machines and unmanned solutions for AI server boards and IC substrates. Order visibility extends through the end of 2027. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471433https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471433Tue, 20 Oct 2026 13:29:34 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA內政部國家公園署國家自然公園管理處與台積電簽署合作意向備忘錄，共同推動半屏山生態棲地復育、步道修復及環境教育計畫。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471434https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471434Tue, 20 Oct 2026 13:27:32 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAVice President Hsiao Bi-khim attended the 2026 Taiwan International Circuit Board Exhibition, stressing that close cooperation between the semiconductor and PCB sectors is key to seizing AI opportunities. The government will continue to back the industry and help small and medium-sized enterprises adopt AI through energy infrastructure, regulatory revisions and funding, promoting supply chain upgrades. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471435https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471435Tue, 20 Oct 2026 13:25:30 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAActor Chang Hsiao-chuan was rushed to the hospital after his body could no longer withstand the prolonged emotional stress of filming “Postage Stamp and Soufflé.” His co-star, Chen Yi-han, shared her views on infidelity and marriage. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471436https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471436Tue, 20 Oct 2026 13:24:28 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThis year marks the 90th anniversary of the Chinese Red Army's completion of the “Long March.” Hong Kong newspaper 明報 reported that a commemorative gathering is expected to be held at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on the 22nd, with General Secretary Xi Jinping set to deliver a speech. Attendance could reach 3000. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471326https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471326Tue, 20 Oct 2026 13:21:26 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA國際民族誌博物館專業委員會（ICOM-ICME）2026台灣年會於高雄國立科學工藝博物館開幕，主題為「復原與再生」，逾34國專家學者參與為期3天的研討會。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471327https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471327Tue, 20 Oct 2026 13:21:24 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA桃園中壢發生學生遭圍毆事件，全國教育產業總工會（全教產）呼籲桃園市府建立跨局處安全保護網，主動調查並輔導，不應僅依賴學校回報資訊。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471328https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471328Tue, 20 Oct 2026 13:20:22 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAUS President Donald Trump invoked the recent outbreak of violent unrest in France to attack the Democratic Party while campaigning for Republican Senator Marshall, claiming the United States could face a similar crisis if Republicans do not win. He blamed the unrest in France on immigration and urged French President Emmanuel Macron to tighten border controls. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471329https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471329Tue, 20 Oct 2026 13:19:19 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAKMT legislator Su Ching-chuan questioned Agriculture Minister Chen Chun-chi about green iguanas ravaging red bean crops in Wandan, Pingtung. Chen said the ministry is considering including crop damage caused by wild animals in natural disaster relief. On issues concerning the Wandan-Linluo drainage project and plans to restart Nuclear Power Plant No. 3, Premier Cho Jung-tai separately instructed the Water Resources Agency to investigate and said options would be offered depending on the circumstances. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471330https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471330Tue, 20 Oct 2026 13:19:17 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA工研院 unveiled an AI dynamic real-time temperature calibration system at the Taiwan International Circuit Board Exhibition and has joined hands with 群翊 to enter low-Earth-orbit satellite and HPC production lines. It also showcased compressed-air leak sensing and wet-process monitoring technologies, partnering with 川碩科技 on their applications, respectively. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471332https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471332Tue, 20 Oct 2026 13:17:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA國民黨台北市議員林杏兒因質疑社子島阿嬤下跪陳情為高薪臨演而引發爭議，經社子島自救會反駁後，林杏兒發布聲明向當事人及社會大眾致歉，並對民進黨台北市長參選人沈伯洋提出關於社子島開發的三個問題。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471331https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471331Tue, 20 Oct 2026 13:17:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe 660th bridge built by 嘉邑行善團, Shantung Bridge, held its groundbreaking ceremony in Lucao Township, Chiayi County. The project will cost NT$6 million and is expected to be completed in the middle to latter part of next year. It aims to widen the floodway cross-section and reduce the risk of flooding. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471305https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471305Tue, 20 Oct 2026 13:13:11 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNASocial unrest and political instability following weekend riots in France triggered a brutal sell-off in government bonds. The 10-year yield rose to a multi-decade high, while the yield spread between French and German government bonds widened to its highest level since the early 2010s. Markets are concerned that fiscal reforms could be blocked and uncertainty could grow ahead of next year's presidential election. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471306https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471306Tue, 20 Oct 2026 13:12:09 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA report says 55% of China's AI computing power is used to generate microdramas and videos, prompting discussion over whether “more than half of computing power goes to making feel-good dramas.” Data from companies including 中文在線 and 字節跳動 show varying shares across applications, while the microdrama market is projected to reach US$18 billion. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471203https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471203Tue, 20 Oct 2026 13:12:09 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA坦帕灣光芒 defeated 克里夫蘭守護者 4 wins to 2 to claim the American League title and will face 密爾瓦基釀酒人 in the World Series for the first title in franchise history. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471200https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471200Tue, 20 Oct 2026 13:09:07 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAKaohsiung Mayor Chen Chi-mai said whether to declare a typhoon day for Typhoon Shanshan will depend on data from 中央氣象署 and the typhoon's conditions. He ordered 水利局, 環保局 and other agencies to prepare for flood prevention, drainage and evacuation. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471201https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471201Tue, 20 Oct 2026 13:08:04 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA欣興電子 Chairman Chien Shan-chieh said the boom in AI computing power is driving substrates and PCBs toward larger sizes and more layers, and the industry needs to shift from going it alone to ecosystem collaboration. He said a supply-demand gap for key materials could reach 20% in 2027, some equipment has lead times of more than 30 months, and Taiwan should focus on its strengths in high-end R&D and advanced manufacturing. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471202https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471202Tue, 20 Oct 2026 13:07:02 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAChina's September consumer data rebounded, which analysts attributed mainly to the shift in Mid-Autumn Festival timing and a low base. Domestic demand remains relatively weak compared with external demand, but the rollout of policy-based financial instruments could bring improvement. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471204https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471204Tue, 20 Oct 2026 13:05:58 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe New Taiwan dollar provisionally closed at 32.616 against the U.S. dollar at midday in Taipei's foreign exchange market, down 1.71 jiao, with trading volume reaching US$1.671 billion. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471009https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471009Tue, 20 Oct 2026 13:01:56 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA交通部次長林國顯表示，民航局已提出下一代航管系統更新計畫，編列新台幣190億元，旨在提升飛安、效率與服務品質。該計畫期程至123年，涵蓋桃園北部、高雄南部園區及12座機場塔台之設備更新與擴建。同時，台灣航空運量成長快速，2025年旅客運量達6889萬人次，今年全年可望突破7000萬人。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471007https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471007Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:58:54 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAKaohsiung's Department of Health announced the results of a targeted inspection of cold beverages from June to September. Of 271 samples tested, 3 drinks were fined NT$30,000 under the law for exceeding Enterobacteriaceae limits, while 2 businesses had already stopped selling the products. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471008https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3471008Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:57:51 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA東元 General Manager Kao Fei-yuan said that, in line with the government's progress toward establishing an industrial park in the U.S., 東元 already has a site in Texas and will pursue new projects. Economics Minister Kung Ming-hsin said Taiwan plans to raise tens of billions of dollars to build an industrial park in the U.S., creating a supply-chain base for 輝達 and other AI hardware manufacturers. 台積電 Chairman C.C. Wei confirmed the company is considering expanding production outside Arizona, with Texas among the options. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470876https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470876Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:54:49 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAInvestigators suspect profiteering in a Taitung County government's farm road widening project. They stopped Wu Chun-li at the airport as he was preparing to leave by plane and took him in for questioning, while also searching his residence and Council Speaker Wu Hsiu-hua's service office. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470877https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470877Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:52:47 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAPremier Cho Jung-tai said 中油 plans to purchase 6 million tons of natural gas from Alaska each year and will safeguard national interests and energy security. The Ministry of Economic Affairs said that if the plan proceeds smoothly, it could begin contributing to domestic supply as early as 2032. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470874https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470874Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:48:45 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAs Typhoon Shanshan approaches, Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an said the city will assess typhoon preparations under existing procedures. On the proposed relocation of Songshan Airport, Chiang disagreed with Health and Welfare Minister Shih Chung-liang, Interior Minister Liu Shih-fang and Transportation and Communications Minister Chen Shih-kai. Chiang suggested retaining the helicopter setup and establishing a green corridor through Taoyuan International Airport. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470875https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470875Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:45:43 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATrump said he was willing to hold trilateral talks with Xi Jinping and Putin to discuss nuclear weapons and denuclearization. Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha criticized the move, saying it would fuel the war; the Kremlin said there was no substantive agreement, while China's Foreign Ministry said it had received no relevant information. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470873https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470873Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:40:26 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA man set fire to a home in Yuchi Township，Nantou County，after arguing with his parents，dousing it with gasoline and leaving 1 dead and 2 injured. The man and his father suffered burns and were taken to the hospital，while his mother died in the blaze. Police referred the case to prosecutors for investigation on suspicion of public endangerment and murdering a lineal ascendant. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470846https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470846Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:39:20 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA man was seriously injured in an attack outside the Osaka District Court in Japan. The suspect，citing a financial dispute，turned himself in and was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470847https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470847Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:38:18 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA man surnamed Lai，a candidate for neighborhood chief in Miaoli City，was reported for allegedly buying votes for NT$500 to NT$1,000 each. After prosecutors ordered searches at 14 locations and summoned 16 people，they petitioned the court to detain him and bar visits，which was approved. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470848https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470848Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:38:15 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA櫃買中心 said that，amid rising US Treasury yields，listed bond ETFs have attracted funds for 10 consecutive weeks since August，setting the longest streak this year，with estimated net inflows of about NT$76 billion. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470849https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470849Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:37:13 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAExecutive Yuan政務委員 Chen Chin-te instructed that land in the floodplain zone on the north bank of Mataian Creek be acquired through negotiated purchase，with no compulsory acquisition. Construction of the upstream check dam above the barrier lake is continuing，and farmland restoration has reached 43 hectares. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470843https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470843Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:33:11 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAChiang Wan-an said medical evacuations after the relocation of Songshan Airport would not all involve critical cases，drawing criticism from the DPP caucus. The caucus also criticized a KMT proposal for children’s health insurance subsidies for failing to specify a funding source. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470844https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470844Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:32:09 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA台大王姓陸生因在社群平台發布賴清德總統側錄影片並搭配統戰文字，遭移民署廢止入境許可並驅逐出境。陸委會副主委梁文傑表示，該生行為引發社會紛擾，與允許入境宗旨不符，陸委同意移民署執法作為。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470845https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470845Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:32:07 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA中職's 富邦悍將 announced it has re-signed foreign pitcher 魔力藍, confirming him as the first foreign player signed for the 2027 season. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470841https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470841Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:31:05 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAXie, head of Bazhang borough in Sanxia, New Taipei, allegedly sought re-election by asking a party representative and a district office section chief, among others, to convey to his rival, Liu, an offer to compensate her campaign expenses and give her a red envelope in an attempt to broker a deal and persuade her to withdraw. Prosecutors indicted the borough chief and his wife, party representative Wang, and district office section chief Jian, among 4 people, for violating the Election and Recall Act. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470842https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470842Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:28:03 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNADefense Minister Wellington Koo praised the inclusion of Taiwan Strait scenarios in the U.S.-Japan Keen Sword exercises, saying the move demonstrates neighboring countries' resolve to maintain regional peace and stability. He also mentioned that 國安會 Deputy Secretary-General Lin Fei-fan will deliver a speech at 國防大學, and gave an update on the progress of pending budget-unfreezing proposals at 國防部. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470829https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470829Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:23:01 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA高公局 reminded drivers that during the Peace Memorial Day long weekend, highway climbing lanes are for vehicles traveling below the minimum speed limit, and lane changes and overtaking are prohibited. Violators will be fined NT$3,000 to NT$6,000. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470830https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470830Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:21:58 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA東元 is actively developing integrated cooling solutions for AI data centers (AIDCs), aiming to secure projects with international cloud service providers. AIDC and commercial air conditioning are expected to account for more than 60% of its Air Conditioning and Technology Business Group's revenue in 2027. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470831https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470831Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:21:56 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA華信航空 Chairman Chen Ta-chun and General Manager Chuang Ming-che said domestic airfares have not been adjusted for more than 20 years, and proposed starting with delinking cargo rates and imposing an overall quota on discounted senior tickets. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470832https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470832Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:20:54 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAChinese Ambassador to the Philippines Jing Quan warned Manila against testing Beijing's patience without limits, responding to controversy over remarks about the use of force. He also accused the Philippines of lacking restraint and respect in its actions at sea and on education and Taiwan-related issues. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470788https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470788Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:16:34 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA行政院長卓榮泰指出立法院三讀通過的老人福利法修法存在重大缺失，因增加政府歲出卻未做好財務結構分析，恐導致財政失衡及部分弱勢族群失去原有補助，呼籲立院思考補救措施。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470785https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470785Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:15:52 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaichung Mayor Lu Shiow-yen led a delegation to Okinawa, Japan, for a 28-hour visit. Key tasks included officiating at a high-altitude wedding ceremony for 66 couples, promoting city diplomacy, and reaching out to Taiwanese businesspeople and overseas compatriots. Kuomintang legislator Huang Chien-hao accompanied the delegation and helped coordinate flight arrangements. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470786https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-12/index-en-p6.html#n3470786Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:13:50 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNARandall Schriver, chairman of the 美國印太安全研究所, said the China Coast Guard’s continued patrols in waters east of Taiwan appear to be the mild enforcement activities of white-hulled vessels, but in practice extend legal and political warfare. If such enforcement is turned into actual combat operations, it would have a highly destabilizing effect.