21.   But unofficial ties remain close, and Washington is bound by law to ensure Taiwan can defend itself.

22.   Finance Minister Viktor Klima, a Social Democrat, argues that he is bound by law to accept the highest offer.

23.   In many states, electors are bound by law to keep their pledge.

24.   State law binds the commission to allowing a vote on secession only if the proposed breakaway city could survive financially.

25.   The residents under the jurisdiction of the local authority are bound by law to settle their assessment bills promptly.

26.   The U.S. is bound by law to help Taiwan defend itself.

27.   The United States is bound by law to help Taiwan defend itself.

28.   Though the United States has diplomatic ties only with Beijing, it is bound by law to sell Taiwan defensive weapons and treat threats to the island seriously.

29.   Washington, which recognizes Beijing, maintains close unofficial ties with Taiwan and is bound by law to give Taiwan a credible defense against China.

30.   An unfavorable report card would mean US President Bill Clinton would be bound by law to end all financial assistance to Thailand.