Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development
January 2003
Iraq Has Little Time for Peaceful Disarmament - 2003-01-30
The U.S. government is pushing for a swift diplomatic resolution to the Iraq crisis, emphasizing that efforts will only last weeks. President Bush is engaging…
The United States is Determined to Encourage Dialogue Between Pakistan and India to Ensure Peace in the Region - 2003-01-24
The U.S. is pushing for dialogue between Pakistan and India to promote peace, with Ambassador Nancy Powell emphasizing Pakistan's need to combat terrorism. This is…
Senator Kennedy: President Bush Has Misplaced His Priorities - 2003-01-22
Senator Edward Kennedy criticizes President Bush for misplacing priorities, focusing on Iraq instead of more pressing threats like terrorism and North Korea. He argues that…
Milan Milutinović, Former President of Serbia, to Go to The Hague
Milan Milutinović, the former President of Serbia, is set to attend a UN war crimes tribunal in The Hague. He faces charges from the late…
Fingerprinting of Nationals from 5 Other Countries by the U.S. Immigration Office - 2003-01-18
The U.S. has expanded its fingerprinting requirements to include male nationals from 5 additional countries. This move is part of the immigration process and reflects…
North Korean Ambassador to the United Nations: The U.S. is Responsible for the Nuclear Crisis on the Korean Peninsula - 2003-01-10
The North Korean ambassador to the UN blamed the U.S. for the nuclear crisis on the Korean Peninsula, claiming that U.S. threats prompted North Korea's…
Tony Blair: UN Weapons Inspectors in Iraq Must Be Given Enough Time and Space to Fulfill Their Duties
Tony Blair emphasizes the need for UN weapons inspectors to have sufficient time to report on Iraq's disarmament, stating that the January 27 deadline should…
President Bush: Iraq Still Has Time to Avoid War - 2003-01-07
President Bush emphasized that Iraq still has the opportunity to disarm and avoid conflict, despite Saddam Hussein's dismissive remarks about UN inspectors. The U.S. is…
President Bush Announces His Economic Recovery Plan, Named 'Growth and Jobs Plan' - 2003-01-07
President Bush unveiled his 'Growth and Jobs Plan' aimed at revitalizing the U.S. economy through tax cuts, particularly eliminating the tax on dividends. This announcement…
The United States Rejects North Korea's Proposal for a Non-Aggression Pact
The U.S. has rejected North Korea's proposal for a non-aggression pact, insisting that negotiations will not occur until North Korea abandons its nuclear program. Richard…
FBI Plans to Add New Names to the Most Wanted List - 2003-01-02
The FBI intends to add new names to its wanted list for individuals who may have illegally entered the U.S. last week, specifically targeting at…
Iran's Aviation Industry Has Reached a Critical Point
Iran's aviation industry is in crisis due to U.S. sanctions preventing the purchase of new aircraft and parts. Minister Ahmad Khorram warns of severe consequences…