There is some evidence that distant earthquakes might increase the risk of subsequent quakes around the world (see 'Past quakes cause future shocks').

确实有一些证据能说明远震会增加世界其他地方后续地震发生的风险。

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Basel III focuses on a ratio of high-quality capital - called tier 1 - which is needed to cushion it against any future shocks.

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The economists say that if oil tax delivers more than conservatively planned, that surplus should be put in a fund to handle future shocks.

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The European Commission President, Jose Manuel Barroso, said the new capital requirements would enable banks to "absorb future shocks themselves, without asking the taxpayer for help".

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