February 2003
Colin Powell's Visit to Seoul - 2003-02-24
Colin Powell visited Seoul to attend the inauguration of President Roh Moo-hyun and discuss North Korea's nuclear ambitions. He emphasized China's potential role in addressing…
Severe Earthquake in China - 2003-02-24
A severe earthquake in Xinjiang, China, resulted in at least 257 deaths and over a thousand injuries. The region is primarily inhabited by the Uyghur…
Colin Powell: The Goal of the U.S. is Not to Destroy Iraq - 2003-02-21
Colin Powell emphasized that the U.S. aims to improve Iraq rather than destroy it, asserting plans for a military government that would transition to civilian…
Raise the Red Lantern
The article discusses the film 'Raise the Red Lantern' directed by Zhang Yimou, which explores the life of a young woman in a polygamous marriage…
The Story of Qiu Ju
The film 'The Story of Qiu Ju' follows a determined woman in northern China who seeks justice after her husband is injured by the village…
Red Sorghum
The article discusses the film 'Red Sorghum' directed by Zhang Yimou, which tells the story of a young woman who becomes a guerrilla fighter during…
Tony Blair: Britain Committed to Resolving Iraq Crisis Through the UN - 2003-02-15
Tony Blair emphasizes the UK's commitment to resolving the Iraq crisis through the UN while expressing a desire for Saddam Hussein's removal. The US is…
Japan and South Korea Welcome IAEA's Decision on North Korea's Nuclear Issue - 2003-02-13
Japan and South Korea have expressed support for the IAEA's decision to refer North Korea's nuclear issue to the UN Security Council, while China and…
Daily Calendar, February 10: Report on the First Trade Transactions Between the U.S. and China - 2003-02-11
On February 10, 1791, Alexander Hamilton reported to Congress on the trade relations between the United States and China. This marks a significant moment in…
Life Sentence for Chinese Dissident Residing in the U.S. on Charges of Espionage for Taiwan - 2003-02-10
Wang Bingzhang, a Chinese dissident living in the U.S., was sentenced to life in prison in China for espionage and terrorism related to Taiwan. His…
President Bush Says All Options Are Open to Address North Korea's Nuclear Crisis - 2003-02-07
President Bush emphasizes that all options are available to address North Korea's nuclear crisis while advocating for a peaceful resolution through diplomacy. North Korea warns…
On This Day, February 6: China's Official Calendar Changed to the Gregorian Calendar - 2003-02-07
On February 6, 1912, China officially adopted the Gregorian calendar. This change marked a significant shift in the country's timekeeping system. It reflects China's modernization…
President Bush and Chinese President Discuss North Korean Nuclear Crisis Today
President Bush and Chinese President Jiang Zemin held a phone conversation regarding the North Korean nuclear crisis, with both leaders emphasizing the need for a…
Jacques Chirac Warned America Not to Go to War Against Iraq Without a Second Resolution - 2003-02-07
French President Jacques Chirac warned the U.S. against initiating war with Iraq without a second UN resolution, emphasizing the need for diplomatic solutions. This warning…
Leaders from Various Asian Countries Thank Columbia Astronauts for Their Sacrifice and Efforts in the Pursuit of Science - 2003-02-03
Leaders from Asian countries have expressed condolences and gratitude to the Columbia astronauts who died in the shuttle disaster, emphasizing the importance of their contributions…