31.   The Japanese government liked HDTV because it offered an opportunity to set a world standard, which would enhance national prestige.

32.   The only thing holding back much of the progress is the failure so far to agree on world standards so the machines will be able to work together easily.

33.   The site would be Stanford Stadium, whose track would have to be brought up to world standards.

34.   The United States has set the world standard for stunning achievement.

35.   They are Steinway pianos, which set the world standard, aficionados say.

36.   U.S. business still lives in a relatively open environment by world standards, but it is less open than it was.

37.   With a little luck, rice may recapture some of the star power it had three centuries ago, when Carolina Gold set the world standard for quality.

38.   Pieces that made it into the Biennale are high quality for China, if mild by art world standards.

39.   Products from the programme could be exported as they would meet all world standards, being free of chemicals and environmentally friendly.

40.   After training abroad, the young managers are expected to return to Russia and work for the benefit of the country, following world standards and their acquired experience.