Ms.Lagarde has promised to be a strong voice for developing countries, especially in Asia and Africa.

VOA: special.2011.07.01

"We want to be a strong partner with the government and the people of Afghanistan, and I always say both because it is not either or it has to be both,"

VOA: standard.2009.11.18

"We want to reintegrate those people who are today perhaps part of the insurgency but prepared to abandon violence and prepared to join the political process and we want to ensure that the Afghan government is free of corruption and therefore able to be a strong authority against any Taliban insurgency in the country."

VOA: standard.2009.11.10

He said southern defenses around the fort were so strong that a major military effort would be necessary.

VOA: special.2009.08.06

"China is positioning itself to be a very strong player in both the import market in their own country but also their domestic market.

VOA: special.2010.10.20

If aphids,thrips or other insects invade your rose bushes, you may be able to force them off with just a strong spray of water.

VOA: special.2010.06.15

Rachid Hanna says strong measures must be taken now to prevent a crisis in the future.

VOA: special.2009.09.21

Be strong-hearted. Sit down with the banker and have a heart to heart talk.

VOA: special.2010.07.18

It is a strong feeling, but the harsh realities of costs and benefits are likely to be around for future generations.

VOA: standard.2009.09.28

"It sends a very strong message to the local population that if you have dangerous guests, be prepared for very bad consequences,"

VOA: standard.2009.03.19

Roger, Strong-arm!Be advised we have incoming from the tree line at point blue plus two!A.K. s and rockets!

VOA: standard.other

Thomas says Enterprise learned to be strong from the Boll Weevil. The pest taught the town the value of a diverse economy.

VOA: standard.2010.08.10

"There will be a continued role for ongoing stimulus in the short-term as we develop the framework for strong,sustainable and balanced growth."

VOA: standard.2010.06.27

Obviously,with a very strong message about fashion and sustainability, we need to be as sensitive to the environment in everything that we do."

VOA: standard.2010.01.31

Some analysts suggest that the NATO troops in Kosovo could be redeployed to Afghanistan where U.S.and NATO forces are battling a strong Taliban insurgency.

VOA: standard.2009.06.11

"Well they certainly will be doubtful of it unless President Obama makes a strong argument.

VOA: standard.2009.09.22

Mr.Obama pledged that the United States will be "a strong partner to the Iraqi people."

VOA: standard.2009.06.30

Defense Secretary Robert Gates, saying that it will be at least will be able to pay for a security force strong enough to protect the country from insurgents.

VOA: standard.2009.12.09

A strong commitment to working together will be crucial, says economist Gianluca Benigno of the London School of Economics - crucial for public perception and for jittery markets.

VOA: standard.2009.04.01

U.S.coach Mark Johnson said that fans need to be patient with teams that are trying to develop in a sport where they do not have a strong tradition.

VOA: standard.2010.02.15

"I think the United States. can certainly be of assistance. I think that one of the things that a 'strong horse' does is not just punish his enemies but he rewards and protects his friends."

VOA: standard.2010.03.18

North Korea,as it has in the past, has reacted to the joint exercise with strong threats -- saying they may lead to a "sacred war" in which Pyongyang would be compelled to use its nuclear weapons.

VOA: standard.2010.07.26