Recognition of Israel Not on the Cards: Musharraf

Cooperation with the US does not preclude Pakistan’s support for a Palestinian state
Salim Bokhari
July 3, 2003

Protests greet North Korean ferry in Nigata

Japanese anger at the detention of kidnapped citizens complicates the forthcoming talks over North Korea.
David Pilling
August 25, 2003

Superpower in the South Pacific

Do China and India pose a threat to Australia's hegemony down under?
C. Raja Mohan
July 30, 2003

US, North Korea Far Apart as Negotiators Meet in Beijing

Meanwhile, other participants urge moderation and advocate additional talks.
Reuters
August 27, 2003

North Korea Agrees to Multilateral Talks

China, Japan, South Korea and Russia will join Washington in trying to persuade Pyongyang to give up its nuclear program.
Don Kirk
August 1, 2003