December 2002
North Korea's Nuclear Facility Closed to the Outside World
North Korea has expelled international inspectors from its nuclear facility, closing it off to outside oversight. This action raises concerns about the country's nuclear capabilities…
The Most Advanced German Technology in China - 2002-12-31
China and Germany launched the world's first commercial magnetic levitation train in Shanghai, showcasing advanced German technology. This project, which includes significant investment from German…
China Launches Its Fourth Unmanned Spacecraft
China has successfully launched its fourth unmanned spacecraft, marking progress towards future manned space missions. The country aims to join the ranks of the United…
Germany and China Agree to Cooperate on North Korean and Iraqi Crises
Germany and China have reached an agreement to collaborate on the crises in North Korea and Iraq, emphasizing the need for North Korea to meet…
Germany and China Believe UN Resolution on Iraq's Weapons of Mass Destruction Must Be Fully Implemented - 2002-12-29
German Chancellor Gerhard Schröder and Chinese Prime Minister Zhu Rongji discussed the importance of fully implementing the UN Security Council resolution on Iraq's weapons of…
Zhao Wenli: Chinese Society Has Opened Its Eyes to Democracy, Freedom, and Human Rights
Zhao Wenli, a Chinese dissident recently pardoned from prison, asserts that China's shift towards democracy is unavoidable. He emphasizes the need for a rule of…
One of the Prominent Democracy Activists in China Released from Prison
Zhou Wenli, a prominent democracy activist in China, has been released from prison and has left for the United States due to medical reasons. He…
Mr. Nazarbayev Arrived in Beijing on Sunday - 2002-12-22
Nursultan Nazarbayev, the President of Kazakhstan, has arrived in Beijing for a four-day visit to discuss regional cooperation and trade with Chinese officials. This visit…
A Chinese National Residing in the U.S. Arrested on Charges of Espionage and Terrorist Activities in China - 2002-12-20
A Chinese democracy activist living in the U.S., Wang Bingzhang, has been arrested in China on espionage and terrorism charges. He allegedly sold state secrets…
Arrests of Democracy Supporters in China - 2002-12-18
Chinese authorities have arrested two pro-democracy activists, Li Wei Bin and Liu Di, for their online activities promoting democracy. Li has been missing since his…
The U.S. Regrets North Korea's Decision to Reactivate Nuclear Power Plant
The U.S. has expressed regret over North Korea's decision to reactivate a nuclear power plant, which raises concerns about nuclear weapons production. Leaders from the…
Ship Carrying Scud Missile Cargo to be Released
The U.S. has agreed to release a ship carrying Scud missiles from North Korea, which Yemen claims were intended for its military. This incident highlights…
Two Tibetan Men Sentenced to Death in China
Two Tibetan men have been sentenced to death in China for bombings that resulted in casualties. This case has raised concerns from human rights organizations…
Presidents of Russia and China Sign Joint Declaration
The Presidents of Russia and China signed a joint declaration to enhance strategic cooperation and seek a diplomatic resolution for Iraq. They also advocated for…
Russian President Arrives in India
Russian President Vladimir Putin has arrived in India after a visit to China, where he warned of emerging global threats such as terrorism and arms…
China and Russia Call for Preservation of the 1994 Agreement
China and Russia have called on North Korea and the U.S. to adhere to the 1994 nuclear agreement, which aimed to freeze North Korea's nuclear…
Vladimir Putin, President of Russia, Heads to Beijing Today
Vladimir Putin is traveling to Beijing to meet with Chinese leaders Jiang Zemin and Hu Jintao to strengthen Russia-China relations. This visit is significant as…