Russian officials have repeatedly reiterated their opposition to being merely China's natural resources storehouse.
The official in charge of boxing for the state, Rick Valdes, reiterated today that the decision would stand.
The official also reiterated pledges by China not to devalue its currency, the yuan.
Tonight, American officials here reiterated that they had no firm leads on the Cole's attackers.
Israeli officials reiterated that they would not halt the offensive until the rockets, some two dozen of which exploded in northern Israel today, were silenced.
But in recent months, Chinese officials have reiterated their commitment to free trade and said short-term conflicts could be negotiated.
Allied officials reiterated, though, that there was no consideration of using ground forces to invade Kosovo.
Today the utility's officials reiterated that they would not accept any changes in the agreement that potentially harmed investors.
Pakistani officials reiterated tonight that Pakistan had nothing to do with the hijacking.
Last week, Iranian officials reiterated that their nuclear program is a sovereignty issue.