1. The embargo halted Iraqi oil exports and stopped imports of food and raw materials. 2. Although Denmark has had no reported cases, the ban stopped the import of Danish ham and baby back ribs. 3. And Europe and Asia are to blame for not implementing laws that could stop the import of illegally poached exotic birds. 4. And of course the steelworkers would like to stop cheap imports. 5. Crucible contends that if illegal imports of its patented magnets are stopped, profits will increase dramatically. 6. Customs agents focus mostly on stopping illegal imports, not exports, although the government has been stepping up its efforts to find stolen vehicles. 7. Further, FDA inspectors lack the authority to stop food imports automatically from countries known to have weak food safety systems. 8. Opponents of child labor have often urged the Clinton administration to stop the imports of some rugs and other goods made with forced child labor. 9. Steel makers needed government help to stop cheap imports. 10. Stopping imports of fuel is of particular concern because of its military uses, Napolitano said. |