He emphasized opinion polls, focus groups and television advertising over back-room negotiations.

But the talks have since foundered over negotiations on related transactions.

He will preside over sensitive negotiations about Japan's rice market and other agricultural trade issues.

Some would argue even that she casts a heavy shadow over present negotiations on the political future of South Africa.

The couple met over negotiations for a used couch, a table and a set of chairs.

The tiff this week flared over negotiations with the Palestinians.

We are ready to vote on a text that we managed to reach over many months and lengthy negotiations.

The only thing he has blocked is British influence over negotiations vital to this country's future.

The deal had been held up over negotiations of an insurance package.

It was sharply divided over negotiations with the Government on a cease-fire.