They cite the end of the cold war and the reduction of superpower tensions as reasons why American troops in bases in the Philippines should be withdrawn.

While superpower tensions are easing, the world is not completely at peace.

Mr. Vento also said the Pentagon's expansion plans were out of sync with the reduction of superpower tensions.

South Africa cited the decline in superpower tensions for its decision.

It also led to heightened superpower tension.

A second is Moscow's priority for an arms control agreement and reduced superpower tensions, which could be upset if the U.S. gets itself distracted by gulf fighting.

With the recent reduction of superpower tensions, plans to produce the Seawolf are under review by the Secretary of Defense.

This development prompted superpower tension, but a second ceasefire was imposed cooperatively on October 25 to end the war.

Closer East-West economic relations have been limited less by superpower tension than by the fact that the inefficient Soviet system makes it an unattractive partner.

Arms control progress also eased superpower tensions.