1.   Arafat also worries that Barak will harden his policy on settlements in hopes of luring hawkish parties into his coalition.

2.   In recent times the Chinese government has hardened its policies, increased repression in Tibet and resorted to bullying tactics in addressing the issue of Tibet.

3.   In recent times the Chinese government has hardened its policies, increased represssion in Tibet and resorted to bullying tactics in addressing the issue of Tibet.

4.   South Korea has threatened to harden its policy toward the North.