July 2004
AFC Asian Cup; Bahrain and China in the Semifinals - 2004-07-30
Bahrain's national football team has reached the semifinals of the AFC Asian Cup for the first time after defeating Uzbekistan in a penalty shootout. They…
AFC Asian Cup: Iran National Football Team Leaves Chongqing
The Iran national football team has departed from Chongqing to Jinan for their quarter-final match against South Korea in the AFC Asian Cup. This match…
A High-Ranking North Korean Official to Make a Rare Visit to the U.S. Next Month - 2004-07-29
A high-ranking North Korean official, Ri Gun, is scheduled to visit the U.S. next month for an international conference. This visit is significant as it…
Asian Football Cup; Iran Advances to Quarterfinals
The Iranian national football team has reached the quarterfinals of the Asian Football Championship after a goalless draw against Japan. Despite missing key defensive players…
AFC Asian Cup: Jordan and South Korea Reach Quarterfinals - 2004-07-27
Jordan and South Korea have advanced to the quarterfinals of the AFC Asian Cup. Jordan, making its debut in the tournament, drew with the UAE,…
AFC Asian Cup; Branko Ivanković: We will face Japan with a 3-4-3 system
Branko Ivanković, the head coach of the Iranian national football team, expressed confidence ahead of their match against Japan in the AFC Asian Cup, emphasizing…
AFC Asian Cup: Uzbekistan and Iraq Advance to Quarterfinals
Uzbekistan and Iraq have both advanced to the quarterfinals of the AFC Asian Cup. Uzbekistan secured its place with a victory over Turkmenistan, while Iraq…
Presidential Institution: Richard Nixon, 37th President of the United States - 2004-07-25
The article discusses various programs by the Presidential Institution focusing on Richard Nixon's political life and policies. It highlights his achievements in foreign policy, particularly…
Lottery for Immigration Visa to the USA Next Year - 2004-07-23
The U.S. Department of State has selected 50,000 winners for immigration visas through a lottery system for the upcoming year. Nearly 9.5 million people participated,…
China to Participate with 407 Athletes in the Athens Olympics
China is sending its largest Olympic team ever, with 407 athletes, to the Athens Olympics, aiming for at least 20 medals. This includes many first-time…
AFC Asian Cup: Saudi Arabia Defeated by Uzbekistan
Saudi Arabia's national football team lost 1-0 to Uzbekistan in the AFC Asian Cup, risking their early elimination. Uzbekistan's victory allows them to advance, while…
AFC Asian Cup; China 5 - Indonesia 0 - 2004-07-21
China defeated Indonesia 5-0 in the AFC Asian Cup, responding to criticism after their first match. This victory boosts their hopes of advancing in the…
AFC Asian Cup; Iran National Team Defeats Thailand 3-0
The Iran national football team won their opening match in the AFC Asian Cup against Thailand with a score of 3-0. This victory places Iran…
AFC Asian Cup; Kuwait's Victory Over the UAE - 2004-07-19
Kuwait defeated the UAE 3-1 in the AFC Asian Cup, securing the top position in Group B. This match showcased Kuwait's strong performance, while the…
A Research and Non-Governmental Group's Request to the U.S. Government to Establish Relations with Iran - 2004-07-19
The Council on Foreign Relations has called on the U.S. to end its hostile relations with Iran and pursue new diplomatic ties despite ongoing disagreements.…
AFC Asian Cup; Iraq's Loss to Uzbekistan
Iraq's national football team lost 1-0 to Uzbekistan in their first match of the AFC Asian Cup, marking their return to major competitions since the…
AFC Asian Cup; China and Bahrain Draw 2-2
In the opening match of the AFC Asian Cup, China and Bahrain drew 2-2 after Bahrain initially took the lead. The match saw a low…
Report by Nasrin Mahdavi: German Foreign Minister's Trip to Several Asian Countries - 2004-07-16
German Foreign Minister Joschka Fischer is on a diplomatic trip to several Asian countries, including China, India, Bangladesh, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka. This trip highlights…
Pakistan Expresses Concern Over India's Military Budget Increase - 2004-07-12
Pakistan has raised alarms over India's 18% increase in its military budget, which now totals nearly $17 billion. This increase is seen as a potential…
AIDS Conference in Thailand - 2004-07-11
The AIDS conference in Bangkok will see participation from over 100 countries, highlighting advancements in treatment in developing nations. However, a significant portion of HIV…
Jiang Zemin Describes Taiwan as the Most Important and Sensitive Issue in US-China Relations - 2004-07-08
Former Chinese President Jiang Zemin highlighted Taiwan as a critical issue in US-China relations during a meeting with US National Security Advisor Condoleezza Rice, who…
German Coach of Iraq National Football Team Resigns Due to Security Concerns - 2004-07-06
Brent Stange, the German coach of the Iraq national football team, has resigned due to security concerns as the Asian Championship approaches. His departure comes…
U.S. Department of Justice Indicts 7 Employees of Two Private Companies
The U.S. Department of Justice has indicted seven Chinese nationals working for two technology firms in New Jersey for allegedly exporting sensitive components that could…
Hong Kong Residents Protest for Greater Freedom - 2004-07-02
On July 2, 2004, hundreds of thousands of Hong Kong residents protested for greater freedoms from the Chinese government. The demonstration highlighted the ongoing struggle…
Demonstrations in Support of Greater Democracy in Hong Kong - 2004-07-01
Hundreds of thousands are expected to demonstrate in Hong Kong today, calling for more democracy from China's communist leaders. The turnout is anticipated to be…