21.   The Chinese have yet to sign a companion covenant on civil and political rights and remain far short of international norms, President Clinton charged last Friday.

22.   The conviction of the Iranian Jews has been loudly condemned around the world as a miscarriage of justice that flouted international norms for a free and fair trial.

23.   The temptation will be strong in Congress to whack China for what was manifestly a violation of international law and international norms.

24.   This reluctance in India and Pakistan to recognize international norms, however, should not alter our resolve to improve the security of nuclear materials in South Asia.

25.   Western critics believe China must show higher regard for international norms of behavior, such as respect for human rights.

26.   We should keep hammering China on human rights and international norms.

27.   Also Tuesday, ministers approved a new regulations on aircraft noise that should end another dispute with the United States adopting international norms.

28.   Although China has moved tentatively to bring its legal system closer to international norms, odds are overwhelmingly against the accused in criminal cases.

29.   Also Tuesday, ministers approved new regulations on aircraft noise that should end another dispute with the United States over adopting international norms.

30.   Bulgarian mine safety standards are considered below the international norm.