31.   Those prospects are encouraging some companies to boost shipments to stronger economies in the U.S. or EU to compensate, although that could raise the specter of trade friction.

32.   We try not to encourage phone companies.

33.   We must not encourage cable companies.

34.   With few alternatives, the central government is encouraging companies to raise money on the stock market, hoping to keep a lid on unemployment and maintain social stability.

35.   With its unexpected decision on the Joint Strike Fighter, the Pentagon has shown that it wants to encourage companies that do not rely so heavily on military contracts.

36.   Analysts credited Belluzzo with bringing a fresh perspective to Microsoft, and encouraging the company to think about different approaches, such as this restructuring.

37.   Experts also say the current defense buildup is temporary and will not trigger the kind of demand that encourages more companies to bid for defense contracts.

38.   Many cities are encouraging companies to coordinate drilling and share trenches to minimize the scars left on streets.

39.   Muhammad Ghazie also said that the MDC encourages companies whose applications have been rejected to re-apply.

40.   The federation urged the government to encourage companies to undertake research and improve product quality by upgrading technologies.