41.   Their economic fortunes largely depend on foreign investment, and that investment is aided by smooth relations with the West.

42.   They know smooth relations with the United States, and the greater access to capital and technology it brings, aid that process.

43.   Turkey and Israel have had smooth relations throughout recent decades even before the Arab-Israeli peace rapprochement.

44.   He pledged to do all in his power to ensure smooth future relations.

45.   Bhutto has been locked in confrontation with the main opposition Pakistan Muslim League since day one, although she had kept smooth relations with the president and the army.