But with their late start and the absence, until now, of a trade agreement, American concerns have been at a disadvantage.

It is not clear whether this period would be short enough to satisfy American concerns.

"He wants to come across as charming and attentive to American concerns."

But how deep American concerns run is a subject of some debate here.

One is the triumph of local politics over American diplomatic concerns.

He remained there until 1983, when the company was sold to an American concern.

But there appear to be limits to how far other nations will go to accommodate American concerns.

Why are foreign takeovers of American concerns on the rise?

The rocket was to be purchased next month from an American concern.

American concerns also need to be conveyed personally by top Administration officials.