November 2003
UNICEF Warns of Increasing Number of Orphans in Africa - 2003-11-26
UNICEF has issued a warning about the rising number of orphans in Africa due to the AIDS epidemic, estimating that by 2015, 42 million children…
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…
Another Member of the Georgian Government Resigns
Another member of President Shevardnadze's government has resigned amid rising tensions ahead of parliamentary elections in Georgia. The Deputy Prosecutor General's resignation follows that of…
Japanese Parliament Approves Junichiro Koizumi to Remain as Prime Minister
The Japanese Parliament has confirmed Junichiro Koizumi as Prime Minister following his coalition's electoral success. He plans to continue economic reforms and send troops to…
Al-Qaeda Warns Japan About Sending Troops to Iraq - 2003-11-17
Al-Qaeda has issued a warning to Japan regarding its plans to send troops to Iraq, threatening attacks in Tokyo if Japan proceeds. Prime Minister Junichiro…
Donald Rumsfeld Discusses Iraq Reconstruction with Junichiro Koizumi - 2003-11-14
U.S. Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld met with Japanese Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi to discuss Iraq's reconstruction and other security issues. They avoided discussing Japan's…
Japan Delays Sending Non-Combat Troops to Iraq Until Next Year - 2003-11-13
Japan has postponed the deployment of non-combat troops to Iraq until next year due to security concerns highlighted by recent attacks. Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi…
Koizumi's Government Retained in Japanese Elections - 2003-11-10
Japanese Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi's government was retained in the recent elections despite losing seats in parliament. The ruling Liberal Democratic Party can no longer…
On Sunday, 103 million people in Japan will go to the polls - 2003-11-09
On November 9, 2003, Japan will hold its first general election since Junichiro Koizumi became Prime Minister. Analysts expect opposition parties to gain some seats,…
Iranian MP: Tehran Municipality is Eager to Close Cultural Centers
Behrouz Afkhami, an Iranian MP, criticized the Tehran municipality for its eagerness to close cultural centers, reflecting a broader concern over cultural suppression. The remarks…
Japanese Coalition Government on Track for Victory in Parliamentary Elections - 2003-11-02
A new poll shows that Japan's coalition government, led by Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi, is likely to win the upcoming parliamentary elections. This election follows…