November 2003
Nasrin Mahdavi's Report: The Impact of Gerhard Schröder's Visit on Human Rights in China - 2003-11-30
The article reports on Gerhard Schröder's fifth visit to China and examines its potential effects on the human rights situation there. The report is significant…
Taiwanese Officials Arrest a Missile Weapons Researcher
Taiwan has arrested a missile weapons researcher for allegedly selling military technology to China. Huo-Ang-Cheng-An, 55, was working at a military institute and is accused…
Three Political Prisoners Released in China
Three political prisoners were released in China, including Liu Di, known for his critical writings about the government. Their release comes ahead of a significant…
Iran National Football Team's Victory with Ali Daei's Sole Goal Against Lebanon - 2003-11-28
The Iran national football team secured a 1-0 victory over Lebanon thanks to a goal from Ali Daei. This match was part of the preliminary…
New UN Report on AIDS - 2003-11-25
The UN warns that without intervention, Asia could exceed Africa in AIDS cases. Last year, half a million Asians died from AIDS, and 7 million…
Two New Weightlifting Records Set by Chinese Female Weightlifter
Ding Mi Yuan from China set two new weightlifting records at the World Weightlifting Championships in Vancouver, lifting 135.5 kg and then 137.5 kg. The…
China Will Not Accept Any Moves Towards Taiwan Independence - 2003-11-23
Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao has declared that China will not tolerate any actions towards Taiwan's independence, emphasizing the lengths China will go to maintain its…
Two Gold Medals for Hossein Rezazadeh at the World Weightlifting Championships, Vancouver - 2003-11-23
Hossein Rezazadeh won two gold medals at the World Weightlifting Championships in Vancouver, lifting a total of 457.5 kg. His performance not only secured him…
President Bush: America is Strongly Supportive of Free Trade - 2003-11-20
President Bush affirmed America's strong support for free trade during a press conference in London amidst trade disputes with the EU, China, and Latin America.…
Sixth Day of the 73rd World Weightlifting Championships - 2003-11-20
Seyyed Hadi Panzavan finished ninth in the 85 kg category at the 73rd World Weightlifting Championships in Vancouver, Canada. His performance contributed 17 points to…
US Official: North Korea Will Have Security Guarantees If It Halts Its Nuclear Program - 2003-11-20
James Kelly, the US Deputy Secretary of State, emphasized that North Korea could receive security guarantees from the US if it stops its nuclear program.…
Iran's National Basketball Team Ranked 39th in the World
Iran's national basketball team is currently ranked 39th in the world and 7th in Asia. This ranking follows teams from several Asian countries, including China…
The U.S. Limits Fabric Imports from China - 2003-11-19
The U.S. plans to impose new quotas on clothing imports from China to protect its domestic textile industry. This decision comes amid ongoing negotiations with…
The Second Round of Six-Party Talks Likely to Be Held on December 17 and 18 in Beijing
The second round of six-party talks on North Korea's nuclear ambitions is expected to occur in Beijing on December 17 and 18. South Korea's National…
First Joint Naval Exercise of China and India
China and India have launched their first joint naval exercise near Shanghai, confirmed by an Indian Embassy official. Three Indian warships are participating, while the…
48 Miners Killed in Coal Mine Explosion in Eastern China
A coal mine explosion in Fengcheng, Jiangxi province, resulted in the deaths of 48 miners. The cause of the explosion is currently unknown, highlighting the…
Chinese Deputy Foreign Minister to Visit North Korea Later This Month - 2003-11-13
The Chinese Deputy Foreign Minister, Dai Bingguo, is set to visit North Korea to discuss the ongoing nuclear crisis. This visit follows previous diplomatic efforts…
A Senior Chinese Diplomat Expresses Hope for Resolving North Korea's Nuclear Crisis
A senior Chinese diplomat is hopeful that efforts to resolve North Korea's nuclear crisis will succeed by next year, following a meeting with South Korean…
New Round of Six-Party Talks on North Korea's Nuclear Development Program
Preparations for a new round of six-party talks on North Korea's nuclear program have commenced, involving the U.S., North Korea, South Korea, China, Russia, and…
Announcement of North Korean National Football Team's Arrival in Iran - 2003-11-05
The North Korean national football team is set to arrive in Iran on November 20, 2003, for a qualifying match for the 2004 AFC Asian…
China and Pakistan Apparently Unable to Reach Agreement on Chashma Nuclear Power Plant Development Plan
China and Pakistan have failed to finalize an agreement on the development of the Chashma nuclear power plant. Despite expectations of signing a contract during…
Taiwanese President's Three-Day Visit to the United States - 2003-11-01
Taiwan's President Chen Shui-bian is visiting the U.S. for three days, meeting with officials despite China's objections. He denies plans for Taiwan's independence while criticizing…