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第一則：川普與日本貿易談判 宣稱取得「重大進展」
美國總統川普於4月16日在「真實社群」平台上宣布，與日本貿易代表團的會晤取得「重大進展」。先前川普宣布對日本實施24%的對等關稅，但目前暫緩90天，此期間僅收10%的關稅。日本經濟再生大臣赤澤亮正已抵達美國，進行關稅和軍事支援經費的談判。這次會談被視為其他國家與美國關稅談判的指標。
Trump Claims "Significant Progress" in Trade Talks with Japan
On April 16, U.S. President Trump announced on the “Truth Social” platform that he made “significant progress” in meetings with the Japanese trade delegation. Previously, Trump had announced a 24% reciprocal tariff on Japan, but it has now been temporarily reduced to 10% for 90 days. Japan’s minister in charge of economic and fiscal policy, Akazawa Ryosei, has arrived in the U.S. to negotiate tariffs and military support funding. This meeting is seen as a benchmark for other countries in tariff negotiations with the U.S.
第二則：美國考慮阻止DeepSeek購買技術
紐約時報於4月16日報導，美國川普政府正在考慮採取懲罰措施，以阻止中國AI公司DeepSeek購買美國技術。美國聯邦眾議院的中國特別委員會要求輝達解釋晶片流向，並建議擴大出口管制。輝達表示遵守美國出口規範，並已因限制H20晶片銷售認列55億美元費用。
U.S. Considers Blocking DeepSeek's Tech Purchase
On April 16, The New York Times reported that the Trump administration is considering punitive measures to stop Chinese AI company DeepSeek from buying U.S. technology. The U.S. House Select Committee on China asked NVIDIA to explain chip sales and suggested expanding export controls. NVIDIA stated it follows U.S. export rules and has recorded a $5.5 billion cost due to restrictions on H20 chip sales.
第三則：台灣豬肉產地標示議題引發美國關切
美國於4月17日發布的「2025年對外貿易障礙評估報告」中，對台灣的豬肉產地標示要求表示關切。以「白米炸彈客」聞名的台灣社運人士楊儒門強調，豬肉產地標示絕不能撤，這是保障消費者選擇權的重要措施。衛福部長邱泰源則表示，政府將堅持維護人民健康的決心，絕不鬆動。楊儒門指出，台灣豬肉因為零檢出瘦肉精而獲得國際認證，標示制度是為了保護誠實標示與消費者的選擇權。
Taiwan's Pork Origin Labeling Raises U.S. Concerns
On April 17, the U.S. expressed concern over Taiwan’s pork origin labeling in the “2025 National Trade Estimate Report.” Known as “The Rice Bomber,” Taiwanese activist Yang Ru-men emphasized that the labeling must remain to protect consumer choice. Minister of Health and Welfare, Chiu, Tai-Yuan, stated the government is committed to safeguarding public health. Yang highlighted that Taiwan’s pork, recognized internationally for being free of ractopamine, uses labeling to ensure honest disclosure and consumer choice.
第四則：3招打造「人味」：讓 AI 無法取代的關鍵3秘訣
面對AI的強勢崛起，保持「人味」與信任感成為人類的競爭優勢。專家提出三大策略：建立專業內容資產庫以累積獨到觀點，融入個人故事和真實觀察以增強情感連結，並建構高信任度的資訊網路以掌握稀缺信息。這些方法能在AI時代中保持獨特性，讓人類在效率之外，展現無可替代的價值。
Three Tips to Maintain "Human Touch": Key Secrets AI Can't Replace
As AI rises, keeping the “human touch” and trust becomes our competitive edge. Experts suggest three strategies: build a content library with unique insights, incorporate personal stories and real observations to strengthen emotional connections, and create a high-trust information network to access rare data. These methods help maintain uniqueness in the AI era, showcasing irreplaceable human value beyond efficiency.
第五則：貓咪也有身分證！台南推動貓隻登記新政策
台南市政府於4月15日舉行記者會，市長黃偉哲為台南觀光大使「巷仔Niau」領取虛擬寵物身分證，成為全台首隻完成登記的「虛擬寵物」。此舉響應貓隻納入寵物登記政策，鼓勵飼主儘早為家貓辦理登記。透過植入晶片保存資訊，能在寵物走失時提高尋獲機會，為飼主提供更全面的保障，並提升寵物照護責任。未來若未依規定登記者，將面臨罰鍰。
Cats Get ID Cards! New Registration Policy in Tainan
On April 15, Tainan City Government held a press conference where Mayor Huang Wei-che presented a virtual pet ID to “Hāng-á Niau,” Tainan’s tourism ambassador cat. This makes it the first registered “virtual pet” in Taiwan. The initiative supports the policy of including cats in pet registration, encouraging owners to register their cats early. By implanting microchips, information is stored to increase the chances of finding lost pets, providing better protection for owners and enhancing pet care responsibility. In the future, those who fail to register will face fines.
Let’s wrap up today’s episode. We’ve learned about some important events happening around the world.
President Trump claims “significant progress” in trade talks with Japan, with a temporary reduction of tariffs from 24% to 10% for 90 days, setting a benchmark for future negotiations.
The U.S. is considering measures to block Chinese AI company DeepSeek from acquiring U.S. technology, as NVIDIA faces questions over chip sales and export controls.
Concerns over Taiwan’s pork labeling have been raised by the U.S., with activists emphasizing the importance of consumer choice and health protection.
Experts suggest three strategies to maintain the “human touch” in the AI era, focusing on unique insights, emotional connections, and high-trust networks.
Tainan has introduced a new policy for cat ID registration, aiming to improve pet protection and responsibility through microchipping and registration incentives.
In the next episode, we will together explore the recent hot news with you in the morning. Don’t forget to come back. Have a nice day and hear me next time. Bye!
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