By continuing to back demilitarization, democratization and economic development, Washington can now encourage lasting stability in the region.

He said he hoped the ban would reduce the beluga trade and encourage countries in the region to do more to protect the fish.

The new freeway, considered an engineering marvel at the time, greatly encouraged new development in the western region of the bay.

At times in the past the Saudis have been willing to work behind the scenes to encourage American peace efforts in the region.

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

A decent successor regime would be very likely to encourage peace in the region.

It was hoped that this, along with the standardisation of the airport to allow international flights, would encourage additional foreign investment in the region.

Concluding free trade agreements with these states would boost foreign investments, create new jobs and encourage economic growth in the region.

While encouraging the difficult process of co-operation in the region, we must nevertheless respect the specific characteristics and identity of each State.

A form of 'quiet' diplomacy which seeks to encourage White-led change in the region.