For though oil from a number of new fields began to flow last year, there have been setbacks.

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While there have been setbacks as well as successes and tough losses along the way, overall our tactical commanders and I see improvements in the security environment.

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But there have been setbacks along the way.

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Still, there have been setbacks.

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"The economic downturn has had an effect on the town and there have been other setbacks, but we want Machynlleth to be a thriving market town and tourist destination once more, " he added.

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But there have been minor setbacks.

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There have been other setbacks.

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Have there been any signs of setbacks or progress?

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There have been, there will continue to be obstacles and setbacks, but our conclusion is that our partnership is slowly but steadily improving.

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