However, despite all of this, North Korea's trade ties are still relatively weak and will probably remain so.

It is in our interest to develop new trade ties and new customers.

Much of Ukraine's conflict within its economy derives from its trade ties.

It may be that, contrary to recent experience, greater trade ties will now foster greater freedom in China.

Immigrants will often have expertise, linguistic skills, personal connections with their country of origin that can help forge international trade ties.

Since then the two countries have expanded trade ties and shared intelligence.

He also noted Hungary's interest in broadening its cultural and trade ties.

But if we reject permanent trade ties, our information industries will be denied access.

In addition to bolstering trade ties, Beijing has contributed aid and funding to the region's countries.

However, since 2007, there has been a boost in trade ties.