February 2002
North Korea Rejects President Bush's Proposal for Dialogue - 2002-02-23
North Korea has rejected President Bush's dialogue proposal, labeling him as politically immature. This response follows Bush's visit to South Korea, where he emphasized concerns…
President Bush Calls for Removal of Barbed Wire Between the Two Koreas - 2002-02-22
President Bush called for the removal of barriers between North and South Korea to promote trade and cooperation. He emphasized the desire for peace and…
Report by the International Press Institute - February 22, 2002
The International Press Institute's report highlights severe repression of press freedom in East Asia, particularly in Vietnam, North Korea, and China. It also notes a…
President Bush's Talks in South Korea Supporting Korean Unification - 2002-02-22
President Bush is visiting South Korea to discuss North Korea's threats, meeting with President Kim Dae-jung and emphasizing support for Korean unification. The visit is…
President Bush in Beijing - February 22, 2002
President Bush met with Chinese President Jiang Zemin in Beijing to discuss cooperation against terrorism and other issues. They acknowledged ongoing disagreements, particularly regarding arms…
During President Bush's Stay in Korea, a North Korean Soldier Defected to South Korea - 2002-02-22
A North Korean soldier defected to South Korea near the location of President Bush's speech on February 19, 2002. This incident highlights the ongoing tensions…
President Bush on Asian Trip - 2002-02-19
President Bush arrived in Seoul during his Asian trip, facing expected protests over his labeling of North Korea as part of an axis of evil.…
Iranian Government Rejects US Accusations - 2002-02-19
The Iranian government, represented by Foreign Minister Kamal Kharrazi, has rejected US accusations of harboring Al-Qaeda members among recently detained individuals at its borders. Kharrazi…