1.   But as it begins to work and the economies stabilise, membership would become a key sign of policy credibility and the mechanism would increase in popularity.

2.   He said the Government would only consider the scheme once the economy had stabilised and regained its strength.

3.   He said when regional economies stabilise, all issues addressed at the Apec Customs-industry forums will be more relevant and pertinent.

4.   Welfare Services director-general Jaafar Wahid said the department would go ahead with the plan once the economy stabilised.

5.   And consumption in eastern Europe is rising as the Russian economy stabilises.

6.   The karbovanets was intended to be a transitional currency for the newly independent Ukraine until its permanent national currency was introduced once the economy stabilised.