41.   In the bilateral trade dispute, Japanese negotiators have shown an unprecedented tough stance against their American counterparts.

42.   It is said to have made frequent changes to its negotiating position, while pursuing a tough stance towards current purchases of Kazakh gas.

43.   Lifflander, who represented the mayor in the talks, insisted that the tough stance with the community developers had been necessary.

44.   Oil companies are still cutting workers to help offset years of low profit margins, making it unlikely they will back away from their tough stance, analysts said.

45.   On crime, Cellucci is expected to adhere to the tough stance espoused by Weld.

46.   Other presidential candidates are also taking a tough stance toward the rebels.

47.   Republicans, like Democrats, are also torn over how tough a stance to take toward China on trade and other issues.

48.   Since then, exile leaders say Clinton has maintained a tough stance against Castro.

49.   Some banks have criticized the banking superintendency for levying fines on banks for not reporting money laundering accounts, and for its tough stance on loan-loss provisions.

50.   Supporters said the bill forces the president to take a tough stance on oil producers.