April 2004
For the Sixth Consecutive Year; Iran Became the Champion of Asian Futsal
The Iranian national futsal team won the Asian Futsal Championship for the sixth consecutive year by defeating Japan 5-3 in the final. This victory secures…
Futsal Championship of Asia; Iran Reaches Final for the Sixth Time
The Iranian national futsal team defeated Thailand 6-1 in the semifinals of the 2004 Asian Championship, securing a place in the final against Japan. This…
Colin Powell's Meeting with Chinese Prime Minister in Washington - 2004-04-23
Colin Powell met with Chinese Prime Minister Wu Yi in Washington to discuss trade, Taiwan, and North Korea's nuclear program. The U.S. emphasized its opposition…
South Korea's Hope for Progress in Next Round of Six-Party Talks
South Korea is optimistic that Kim Jong-il's recent trip to China will facilitate progress in the upcoming six-party talks on North Korea's nuclear program. The…
Uzbekistan National Futsal Team Fails to Compete Against Iran
The Iran national futsal team defeated Uzbekistan 8-1 in the Asian Championship qualifiers, with Vahid Shamsaei scoring four goals. This victory secured Iran's advancement to…
North Korea Agrees to Six-Party Talks on Pyongyang's Nuclear Program - 2004-04-21
North Korea has consented to engage in six-party talks concerning its nuclear program after a secretive meeting with Chinese leaders. This development involves North Korean…
Dick Cheney's Warning About North Korea's Nuclear Weapons Program - 2004-04-15
U.S. Vice President Dick Cheney warned in South Korea that failing to control North Korea's nuclear program could trigger a regional arms race. He expressed…
China Warns Taiwan Against Any Moves Towards Independence - 2004-04-14
China has issued a warning to Taiwan regarding independence efforts, criticizing President Chen Shui-bian's constitutional plans. This situation is significant as it reflects ongoing tensions…
America Assures China It Does Not Support Taiwan Independence - 2004-04-14
U.S. Vice President Dick Cheney reassured China that the U.S. does not support Taiwan's independence during his visit. This is significant as China views Taiwan…
Dick Cheney: The Bush Administration Does Not Support Taiwan's Independence - 2004-04-13
During a visit to China, U.S. Vice President Dick Cheney reassured Chinese officials that the Bush administration does not support Taiwan's independence and opposes changes…
Opposition Protests Against President Chen Shui-bian in Taiwan - April 10, 2004
Over 100,000 protesters in Taiwan demonstrated against President Chen Shui-bian's election victory and called for an independent investigation into an assassination attempt on him. The…
Renewed Request for Recount of Presidential Election Votes in Taipei - 2004-04-03
In Taipei, opposition supporters are demanding a recount of the presidential election votes and an independent investigation into the shooting of President Chen Shui-bian. The…
The U.S. Imposes Sanctions on Arms Dealers to Iran - 2004-04-03
The U.S. has sanctioned 13 foreign companies and individuals for selling weapons-related technology to Iran, marking the largest such action since 2000. This move is…
China Waives Claims Against Afghanistan
China has decided to waive its financial claims against Afghanistan, as announced by the Chinese Foreign Minister at a Berlin conference. This decision reflects China's…
China asks the US to refrain from official contact with Taiwan
China has requested the US to avoid official interactions with Taiwan, emphasizing its opposition to the island's independence. This comes as Taiwan's leader seeks US…