March 2002
Cancellation of Talks Between North Korea and Japan - 2002-03-30
Talks between North Korea and Japan regarding compensation for World War II victims were canceled as North Korea stated it was not ready to negotiate.…
Delay in North Korea-Japan Negotiations - 2002-03-29
North Korea has delayed negotiations with Japan over compensation for World War II victims, citing a lack of preparedness. The talks were set to focus…
32 Months Imprisonment for U.S. Air Force Personnel
Sergeant Timothy Woodland of the U.S. Air Force was sentenced to 32 months in prison in Japan for the alleged rape of a Japanese woman.…
North and South Korea Talks Resume
South Korea is sending a special envoy to North Korea to revive stalled talks, focusing on family reunions and reducing tensions. This initiative involves key…
Meeting of South Korean and Japanese Leaders to Discuss the World Cup Final - 2002-03-22
South Korean President Kim Dae-jung and Japanese Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi met to discuss cooperation for the upcoming World Cup final co-hosted by their countries.…
Japan Protests U.S. Decision - 2002-03-21
Japan has lodged a formal complaint with the WTO against the U.S. for imposing heavy tariffs on steel imports. This decision, made by President Bush…
Major Parties in Pakistan Condemn Musharraf's Decision
Major political parties in Pakistan have condemned President Musharraf's decision to bar former Prime Ministers Benazir Bhutto and Nawaz Sharif from upcoming elections. This move…
Iranians in Japan (Part Seven and Final) - 2002-03-10
The article concludes a series on the experiences of Iranians living in Japan, highlighting their integration and contributions to Japanese society. It involves the Iranian…
Iranians in Japan (Part Six) - 2002-03-06
This article is the sixth installment of a report by Bijan Farhudi focusing on the environment, nature, and the people of Japan. It provides insights…
Iranians in Japan (Part Five) - 2002-03-05
This article features an interview with Flora Yasmin, an Iranian carpet weaver living in Tokyo, as part of a series exploring the Iranian community in…
Popularity of Junichiro Koizumi, Prime Minister of Japan, Has Significantly Decreased in Public Opinion - 2002-03-05
Junichiro Koizumi, the Prime Minister of Japan, has seen a significant drop in popularity after dismissing Foreign Minister Makiko Tanaka, the only female minister in…
Iranians in Japan (Part Four) - 2002-03-04
This article features the continuation of an interview with successful Iranians living in Japan, highlighting their experiences and achievements. The discussion sheds light on the…
Iranians in Japan (Part Three) - 2002-03-03
The article discusses an interview conducted by Bijan Farhoudi with two Iranian carpet sellers, Ali Soleymanieh and Ali Reza Davoodnejad, at a Tokyo exhibition. This…
Iranians in Japan (Part Two) - 2002-03-02
This article features an ongoing discussion with Kiarash Rafiei, an Iranian living in Japan, highlighting the experiences and perspectives of Iranians in Japan. It is…
Iranians in Japan (Part One) - 2002-03-01
The article introduces a program titled 'Iranians in Japan' that will air on Voice of America, focusing on the lives of Iranians residing in Japan…