There are so many trials going on, but it is imperative that people participate,"

VOA: standard.2009.12.04

At a photo session with Mr.Arias, a Nobel peace laureate tasked by the OAS with mediating the conflict, Clinton said it is imperative that Mr.Zelaya's return not lead to violence.

VOA: standard.2009.09.22

"It is absolutely imperative that America takes leadership, working with not just our Russian counterparts but countries all around the world, to reduce and ultimately eliminate the dangers that are posed by nuclear weapons,"

VOA: standard.2009.05.19

Mr.Major says it is imperative for the inquiry to determine whether Blair's cabinet knew that there were serious doubts about whether there actually were any weapons of mass destruction in the weeks and months ahead of the invasion.

VOA: standard.2010.01.02

After the meetings, Mitchell told journalists it is imperative to achieve a full and comprehensive peace in the region to improve the lives of everyone "We believe that a full comprehensive peace represents the best way to help all of the people of the region achieve the security, the peace,and the prospect for prosperity for individual citizens that all deserve,".

VOA: standard.2009.07.27