September 2003
The Abnormal Situation of North Korean Refugees in China - 2003-09-30
Ruud Lubbers, head of the UN High Commissioner for Refugees, highlighted the ongoing plight of North Korean refugees in China at a Geneva meeting, emphasizing…
Asian Basketball Championship - China - 2003-09-27
The Iranian basketball team won against Kazakhstan in the Asian Basketball Championship with a score of 85-92. They will face Qatar in the quarter-finals, and…
Olympic Torch to be Carried to the Highest Peak in the World
The Olympic torch will be carried to Mount Everest in May 2008 as part of the lead-up to the Summer Olympics in China. A team…
Vice President of Zimbabwe Passes Away
Simon Muzenda, the Vice President of Zimbabwe, has died at the age of eighty due to a long-term illness. His death was announced by President…
World Bank Annual Report on Developing Countries - 2003-09-22
The World Bank's annual report highlights the impact of poor basic services in developing countries on global economic progress. It emphasizes the need for improvements…
New Operating System to Replace Windows in Iran
Iran is planning to replace Windows with a national operating system due to the need to comply with WTO regulations and copyright laws. The Secretary…
The U.S. Reimposes Sanctions on China North Industries Corporation
The U.S. has reimposed sanctions on China North Industries Corporation for alleged missile technology sales. This follows earlier sanctions related to sales to Iran. The…
List of Players Called Up for Iran National Football Team Training Camp
The Iranian Football Federation has announced a list of 21 players called up for a training camp ahead of a crucial match against Jordan in…
First Section of Day Two - 55 and 96 kg Weight Classes - 2003-09-13
In the wrestling competitions, Alireza Heydari won against Torchinava from the Netherlands in the 96 kg class, while Mohammad Aslani triumphed over Martin Barbery from…
Kourosh Bagheri Wins Gold Medal at Asian Weightlifting Championships
Kourosh Bagheri won a gold medal in the clean and jerk and a silver in the snatch at the Asian Weightlifting Championships, totaling 272.5 kg.…
The U.S. is Working Hard to Improve Relations with China
The U.S. is making efforts to improve its relationship with China while expressing concerns about human rights violations, military ambitions, and currency manipulation. James Kelly…
Bush Discusses Iraq and Other Issues in Phone Call with Indian Prime Minister - 2003-09-09
President Bush and Indian Prime Minister discussed Iraq and the possibility of troop deployment, contingent on a UN directive. They also touched on upcoming WTO…
Iran National Volleyball Team Advances to Semifinals with Victory Over India
The Iran national volleyball team won against India, securing a spot in the semifinals of the Asian Men's Volleyball Championship. They will compete against the…
The World Bank Advises China to Allow People to Freely Move from Rural Areas to Cities - 2003-09-09
The World Bank has recommended that China allow free movement from rural to urban areas to reduce economic disparity. This advice comes from a World…
China Condemns Pro-Independence Taiwan Demonstrations - 2003-09-07
The Chinese government condemned a large demonstration in Taiwan advocating for independence, asserting that reunification is inevitable. Activists called for a change in Taiwan's official…
U.S. Secretary of State: U.S.-China Relations at Their Best
U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell highlighted the strong state of U.S.-China relations, marking improvements since the early Bush administration. He emphasized China's role in…
World Bank: The Economy of East Asian Countries Will Outpace Others in 2005
The World Bank forecasts that East Asian economies will experience significant growth in 2005, driven by strong domestic demand and export opportunities, while global economic…