21.   The Taliban invited worldwide criticism when in March they destroyed two ancient statues of Buddha in central Bamiyan, calling it their religious duty.

22.   When it was finally erected, the statue invited criticism.

23.   Observers here said any meeting between Lee and the Tibetan leader would invite sharp criticism from Beijing.

24.   The law, which makes it easier for employers to fire workers and extend work hours, has invited criticism from international labor groups.