November 2003
Joint Statement of North Korea, the USA, and Japan - 2003-11-27
North Korea, the USA, and Japan are preparing a joint statement to encourage North Korea to abandon its nuclear program. This statement is expected to…
France to Build Nuclear Fusion Reactor - 2003-11-27
France has been selected by the EU to build the first large nuclear fusion power plant, which aims to solve global energy supply challenges. The…
Possibility of Economic Sanctions on North Korea - 2003-11-25
Japan's Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi indicated that if relations with North Korea worsen, Japan may consider economic sanctions. This comes amid rising public anger in…
North Korea Ready to Abandon Its Nuclear Program
North Korea has expressed readiness to abandon its nuclear program contingent on the U.S. halting its perceived hostile policies. This statement is made ahead of…
Japan Plans to Send Troops to Iraq but Did Not Provide a Date - 2003-11-16
Japan announced its intention to send troops to Iraq for reconstruction but has delayed the deployment until next year due to security concerns following a…
U.S. Defense Secretary's Six-Day Trip to Asia - 2003-11-13
U.S. Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld is on a six-day trip to Asia to discuss troop deployments and military strategies with allies in Japan and South…
Japan Remains Committed to Sending Troops to Iraq
Japan is reaffirming its commitment to send non-combat troops to Iraq despite security concerns, with plans to deploy 1,200 personnel for reconstruction efforts. This announcement…
Japan Moves Closer to Sending Non-Combat Troops to Iraq for Reconstruction - 2003-11-07
Japan is preparing to send non-combat troops to Iraq for reconstruction efforts, with preparations currently at their peak. The deployment date has not yet been…