President Obama says it is essential for the United States to import less and export more.

VOA: standard.2010.08.11

"I think we've been very clear in our efforts that the resumption of talks is absolutely essential for the progress we seek toward a two-state solution."

VOA: standard.2010.04.30

President Obama has made health care reform his top domestic priority, and Rothenberg says it has now become essential for Democrats to get something through Congress before next year's midterm elections.

VOA: standard.2009.10.23

They say it is essential for the Georgian president to reach out to the opposition and find peaceful solutions to Georgia's problems, otherwise he likely will face more demonstrations in the months to come.

VOA: standard.2009.09.01

Some people's skin is too sensitive for essential oils, so Ms.Kearns also makes soaps that have no intense smell.

VOA: special.2011.03.09

"About half of my soaps have no added essential oils, it's for people with very sensitive skin who want to avoid essential oils for any reason.

VOA: special.2011.03.09

The United Nations reports 11 countries now are struggling to find accommodations,food, water and other essential items for their homeless populations.

VOA: standard.2009.09.13

About 10 percent or 200,000 of the displaced are sheltering in camps, which are providing for their essential needs.

VOA: standard.2009.07.03

Democratic House Speaker Nancy Pelosi has called a strong public option "essential" for any bill to pass in the House.

VOA: standard.2009.09.10

"We think that is an essential first step. We are continuing to call for the freedom of Aung San Suu Kyi.

VOA: standard.2009.11.12

For farmers looking to get the most out of their fields, fertilizer is an essential but expensive ingredient.

VOA: standard.2010.07.28

"However,it is essential that any new regime for resolving or liquidating non-banks not rely on taxpayer funding."

VOA: standard.2009.03.26

But shop owners say now they only see "essential customers" those who have to buy for the marriage of a son or a daughter.

VOA: standard.2009.09.19

Parents of children with autism say better services and resources for the children are essential.

VOA: standard.2010.08.09

And this ship,that we are in, is full of humanitarian aid materials composed of medical,medicine, construction material and very,very much essential needs for Gazan people.

VOA: standard.2010.05.28

"Because quite often the arguments that a defense deal is essential on national security grounds then that becomes justification for shielding it from public scrutiny."

VOA: standard.2009.10.01

And making sure that folks have the opportunity and incentive to save for a home or college, for retirement or a rainy day is essential to that effort,".

VOA: standard.2009.09.05