The Chinese, however, say that the earlier agreement should remain the basis for new negotiations.

This year, however, lawmakers will be under pressure to reach early agreement with the president so they can campaign for re-election.

By earlier agreement, she would do most of the talking.

Both said the trade took place because of an earlier agreement to sell if the share price fell below $60.

I had thought we might reach an early agreement on our target.

A difference of 50 basis points means the company will pay about $30 million more in interest than under the earlier agreements.

His earlier agreement with the Chinese had availed him nothing.

An early agreement could easily be obtained if the spirit is right.

The key to early agreement is political willingness to agree.

I hope we can have an early agreement at second reading on this very important directive.