We've encouraged other countries around the world to speak up on this.

Hague says Britain has been trying to encourage countries in the region to take the lead.

"I sincerely hope the steps we are taking will encourage other countries to do the same."

He also pointed out that Spain had not encouraged other countries to leave.

The administration has said that the best way to handle the trade deficits is to encourage other countries to open their markets further.

Encouraging poorer countries to develop is an ideal shared by all of us, particularly those on the left, such as myself.

This will also encourage other countries to increase the quality of their products and production methods.

Hopefully, our decision will encourage other countries to reduce their use of mercury as well.

The policy should also encourage third countries, especially developing countries, to trade with us.

The adoption of the White Paper will encourage other countries to follow their example.