August 2002
China Calls for Lifting Ban on Launching American Satellites by Chinese Rockets
China has requested the U.S. to lift its ban on the launch of American satellites by Chinese rockets following the announcement of new missile export…
China Denies Detaining Political Dissidents in Psychiatric Hospitals - 2002-08-27
China has denied allegations that it detains political dissidents in psychiatric hospitals, labeling the reports as irresponsible. The Chinese government has not clarified whether it…
Workers Struggle to Control the Flooding Yangtze River - 2002-08-26
Workers in Wuhan, China, are battling to control the flooding Yangtze River, which threatens to inundate the city of seven million. Thousands are involved in…
China Becomes Stricter in Missile Technology Exports - 2002-08-26
China has announced stricter regulations on missile technology exports, prompting discussions between U.S. officials and Chinese leaders. Richard Armitage is in Beijing to discuss bilateral…
Expecting More Rainfall in Hunan, China - 2002-08-25
Chinese officials are preparing for more rainfall in Hunan, warning residents to evacuate as Dongting Lake's water level rises. Over a million workers are reinforcing…
Efforts to Control Flooding in China Continue - 2002-08-25
Efforts to manage flooding in central China are ongoing as officials work to prevent the collapse of the Dongting Lake dam. Although water levels are…
Water Level of This Huge Lake Rises One Centimeter Every Hour - 2002-08-24
A significant flood in China has prompted the mobilization of over one million people to reinforce dams around Dongting Lake, which is at risk of…
600,000 Residents of Hunan Province Evacuated
The Chinese government has evacuated 600,000 residents from Hunan Province due to rising water levels at Dongting Lake, leading to 16 confirmed deaths and significant…
Expansion of Economic Cooperation between China and Russia - 2002-08-22
Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Kasyanov and Chinese Prime Minister Zhu Rongji have signed agreements to enhance economic and trade cooperation, aiming to further increase their…
Risk of Major Flood in China - 2002-08-22
In Hunan province, nearly one million people are mobilized to prevent a major flood from Dongting Lake, which is currently above warning levels. Vice Premier…
State of Emergency Declared in Hunan Province, China
A state of emergency has been declared in Hunan Province, China, due to severe flooding threatening millions. Thousands of rescuers are working to mitigate the…
Occupation of White Farmers' Lands - 2002-08-21
The Zimbabwean government is suppressing white farmers who refuse to vacate their lands, urging landless black citizens to occupy these farms. The U.S. does not…
Statements by the Minister of Justice of Zimbabwe Regarding White Farmers - 2002-08-20
The Zimbabwean Minister of Justice has called for landless black citizens to occupy white-owned farms amid police crackdowns on white farmers resisting eviction. Approximately 200…
Mary Robinson's Concerns Over Widespread Suppression of Minorities in China - 2002-08-20
Mary Robinson, the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, has raised alarms about China's use of anti-terrorism laws to suppress minorities, particularly targeting Falun Gong…
Flooding in China - 2002-08-18
Severe flooding and landslides in China due to ongoing monsoon rains have led to over 130 fatalities and significant destruction of homes and farms. Officials…
China's Concerns Over Taiwanese Official's Visit to Indonesia - 2002-08-17
The Indonesian government clarified to China that it did not facilitate the visit of Taiwanese Vice President Ann Lu. Despite adhering to a one-China policy,…
Flood in Hunan Province, China - 2002-08-16
Severe flooding in Hunan Province, China, has impacted over 38 million people and caused significant financial losses. A recent landslide has resulted in at least…
Taiwan's Allies Call for the Island's Membership in the United Nations
Taiwan's allies are advocating for the island's membership in the UN, pushing for it to be included in this year's agenda. However, observers believe this…
Conviction of 16 Members of the Falun Gong Movement in Hong Kong - 2002-08-15
Sixteen members of the Falun Gong movement were convicted in Hong Kong for public obstruction and related crimes during a protest against mainland China. This…
North Korean Youth Seek Asylum - 2002-08-14
Two young North Koreans sought asylum at the Albanian embassy in Beijing, bringing the total number of North Korean asylum seekers in foreign embassies in…
Taiwan's President Calls for National Unity in Response to China's Threat
Taiwan's President Chen Shui-bian called for unity among political leaders in response to China's threats over independence. His remarks followed controversial statements about a potential…
Severe Floods in China and Europe - 2002-08-10
Severe flooding in Hunan Province, China, has killed at least 70 people, while Europe has seen at least 30 fatalities, predominantly in Russia. The unprecedented…
Holding a Referendum in Taiwan Depends on China's Use of Force
Taiwan's officials have stated that a referendum on independence will only occur if China tries to annex Taiwan by force. This statement follows rising tensions…
Chen Shui-bian says his remarks on Taiwan independence were misinterpreted - 2002-08-06
Taiwanese President Chen Shui-bian clarified that his recent comments about Taiwan's independence were misinterpreted, emphasizing the sovereignty of both Taiwan and China. His statements have…
China Does Not Tolerate Independent Taiwan - 2002-08-05
The Chinese government has declared it will not accept an independent Taiwan following President Chen Shui-bian's proposal for a referendum on the island's future. This…
News and Opinions: Why Dictators Dislike Travel?
The article discusses the reasons why dictators tend to dislike travel, emphasizing their restrictions and the implications of their actions. It also touches on themes…
Referendum in Taiwan - 2002-08-04
Taiwan's President Chen Shui-bian has called for a referendum on the island's future, asserting that Taiwan is a separate country from China. This statement is…
Referendum Request in Taiwan - 2002-08-03
Taiwan's President Chen Shui-bian has requested a referendum regarding the island's future, which could incite a strong response from China. This move highlights the ongoing…