71.   The conflicting reactions highlighted the problems ahead for the Clinton administration as it opens a fresh crack in the wall of diplomatic isolation China has built around Taiwan.

72.   The episode came amid growing efforts by North Korea to end its diplomatic isolation and seek outside help to stave off economic collapse.

73.   The island has been trying to break free of a diplomatic isolation campaign imposed by Beijing and establish relations with other countries.

74.   The PRC pursues a policy of diplomatic isolation against Taiwan, which it regards as a renegade Chinese province.

75.   The visit was regarded as a diplomatic coup for Taiwan, which has been trying to break out of the diplomatic isolation imposed on it by Beijing.

76.   Washington has accused Iran of sponsoring international terrorism and has called for its diplomatic isolation.

77.   While the Czech Republic swiftly adopted free-market and democratic reforms, Slovakia fell into diplomatic isolation because of the heavy-handed rule of Vladimir Meciar.

78.   While in power, Meciar blocked dissent, reined in the media, presided over rising unemployment and steered the country into diplomatic isolation in central Europe.

79.   He said he had talked about potential loss of life and the diplomatic isolation which both sides would face post conflict.

80.   In barely two years Hanoi has managed to end its years of diplomatic isolation, a move which strengthens its bargaining hand.