These attempts to derail Iraq's progress are no match for the courage and resilience of the Iraqi people, and their determination to build strong institutions.

WHITEHOUSE: The White House

Optimism correlates with resilience, strong coping techniques, and a sense of well-being in times of adversity.

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Provide technical support and contribute to the substantive development of the field of Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) and Education, with a strong focus on prevention, preparedness, coping skills and resilience, as an important contribution to education for sustainable development (ESD) and the UN Decade of Education for Sustainable development (DESD).

UNESCO: Vacancy : Programme Specialist (20/6/2011) (ED 005 - (P5))

Against the backdrop of a strong growth trajectory and relative economic resilience of the online games market, MOL AccessPortal (MOL) announces a strategic investment in a San Francisco-based alternative payment startup, Rixty to further expand its global reach to North and South America.

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But there is another crucial factor that adds resilience to Brazil's strength: Its government and leading companies have developed strong ties with multiple powerful partners.

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He was dropped on 76 and 100, and survived a strong lbw shout on 40, but showed impressive resilience to hold England's innings together, batting with patience, poise and occasional flair.

BBC: Bopara eyes hefty England total

The combination of that consumer resilience and the efficiency-increasing measures many retailers implemented during the financial crisis has led to some surprisingly strong performance by retail companies.

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