31.   Attacks on journalists are common in Sri Lanka but this is the first incident since the new government assumed office last year.

32.   Both governments hope to hand over a solid base for continued strong friendship when successor governments assume power in both countries over the next year, she said.

33.   By law the government must assume responsibility for the waste, and several utilities have filed lawsuits claiming breach of contract.

34.   Favre said the government assumes that most of the deposits were relatively small amounts.

35.   He said the Japanese government will assume responsibility for the loans by applying its trade insurance system.

36.   He said the government still assumes responsibility for defending the capital and maintaining order and to negotiate with the rebel alliance.

37.   I also wish to call on the government not to assume a discriminatory stance.

38.   If parliament fails to elect a successor, the government assumes some presidential powers.

39.   It says that in taking over the investments, the governments also assumed all payment liabilities.

40.   Kang said the government would assume management.