March 2002
Normalization of Relations Between Israel and China - 2002-03-27
Israel and China have normalized their relations after Israel agreed to pay $350 million in compensation for canceling a radar sale. This decision was influenced…
China Sends Its Third Spacecraft into Earth Orbit - 2002-03-26
China has launched its third unmanned spacecraft, Shenzhou 3, into Earth orbit as part of its goal to send astronauts into space by the end…
China Denies Permission for an American Warship to Dock in Hong Kong - 2002-03-26
China has denied a request for the USS Curtis Wilbur to dock in Hong Kong, providing no explanation for the refusal. This decision comes amid…
First Spade for a Strategic Port in Pakistan - 2002-03-23
China and Pakistan have commenced construction of the Gwadar port, with significant financial backing from China. This project symbolizes a deepening friendship between the two…
China Says U.S. Actions Could Negatively Affect Bilateral Relations - 2002-03-20
China has expressed concerns that U.S. actions, particularly regarding Taiwan and nuclear strategy, could harm bilateral relations. The situation involves high-level meetings between defense officials…
China Defends Its Decision to Allow North Korean Defectors to Leave Beijing
China has allowed a group of North Korean defectors to leave Beijing after they occupied the Spanish embassy, but it warns that this will not…
China Accuses the U.S. Government of Human Rights Violations - 2002-03-12
China has released a report accusing the U.S. of human rights violations, highlighting issues like crime, violence, and discrimination in America. This comes after the…
China Increases Its Military Spending
China is set to announce a 17.6% increase in its military spending, reaching about 20 billion dollars. This decision, made by the Chinese Finance Minister…