March 2002
Establishment of a New Satellite Network - 2002-03-27
European Union transport ministers have agreed to create a multi-billion dollar satellite network to enhance transportation efficiency. This network will aid in various modes of…
Renewed Rush of Argentinians to Banks - 2002-03-27
Argentinians are once again flocking to banks to exchange their depreciating pesos for dollars due to recent currency fluctuations that have diminished their savings. This…
Trial of Akbar Tandjung, Speaker of the Indonesian Parliament, for Corruption Begins
Akbar Tandjung, the Speaker of the Indonesian Parliament, is on trial for allegedly embezzling four million dollars from state funds intended for poverty assistance. He…
Agreement Among European Union Countries for a Satellite System - 2002-03-26
European Union transport ministers have agreed to establish a satellite navigation system named Galileo, which will involve 30 satellites and cost over three billion dollars.…
President Bush's South American Trip Concludes - 2002-03-25
President Bush concluded a four-day trip to Latin America, focusing on drug trafficking, terrorism, trade, and economic growth. He promised to push Congress for a…
The World Health Organization Declares Sunday as World Tuberculosis Day
The World Health Organization has designated Sunday as World Tuberculosis Day, aiming to combat the disease that kills millions each year. They emphasize the need…
One Hundred and Fifty Million Dollar Fine - 2002-03-23
A jury in Oregon has ruled that Philip Morris must pay $150 million to the heirs of Michelle Schwartz, who died from cancer after smoking…
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…
UN Summit for Eradication of Poverty - 2002-03-22
President Bush participated in a UN summit focused on poverty eradication, advocating for new foreign aid policies and requesting funding from Congress. Following the summit,…
EU's Decision to Retaliate Against Bush's Steel Tariff Increase - 2002-03-22
The EU is set to impose over $2 billion in tariffs on U.S. imports in retaliation for President Bush's steel tariff increase. This move targets…
President Bush Requests Additional $27.1 Billion for War on Terrorism - March 22, 2002
President Bush has requested an additional $27.1 billion from Congress to support the fight against terrorism and aid recovery efforts post-September 11 attacks. The funding…
Afghanistan's Interim Government Needs Millions in Aid for Ongoing Expenses - 2002-03-20
The United Nations has highlighted the urgent financial needs of Afghanistan's interim government, which is facing a shortfall in funding for essential operations. The government…
Theft of Three Million Dollars in Cash at London Airport - 2002-03-20
Thieves stole three million dollars from a cash truck at Heathrow Airport, marking the second similar incident in over a month. The robbery occurred shortly…
Spacecraft Designed to Take Tourists to Space
Russian engineers and American contractors have revealed a new spacecraft designed for space tourism, allowing amateur astronauts to experience weightlessness for three minutes. The cost…
Compensation Payments for Iraq's Attack on Kuwait Continue - 2002-03-14
The UN has allocated nearly two billion dollars for compensation related to Iraq's invasion of Kuwait, primarily benefiting Kuwait and some claimants in Saudi Arabia.…
Forty Billion Dollars to Victims of Iraqi Aggression - 2002-03-14
The UN has allocated nearly two billion dollars for compensation related to Iraq's invasion of Kuwait, primarily benefiting Kuwait and some claimants in Saudi Arabia.…
Former Iranian Ambassador's House in Washington Retrieved from Tenant
The U.S. has reclaimed the house of the former Iranian ambassador in Washington from a tenant who has not paid rent for four years. Richard…
Five Algerians to be Tried in Germany
Five Algerians are set to stand trial in Germany for allegedly plotting a bombing at a Christmas market in France. Their connections to Al-Qaeda have…
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…
Ezzatollah Sahabi Released on Bail from Prison
Ezzatollah Sahabi, a notable Iranian dissident, has been released from prison after a year following the payment of bail by his family. His imprisonment was…