At the same time, four Tier-Three countries from last year were upgraded in recognition of their anti-trafficking efforts Algeria,Moldova,Oman and Qatar.

VOA: standard.2009.06.16

There are complaints about the two-tier system of coverage, and some believe that people with private insurance get quicker and better care, and are therefore healthier.

VOA: standard.2009.09.28

"The successes are clear. Some former Tier-Two-Watch List countries are now Tier One.

VOA: standard.2009.06.16

He urged NATO members to use the Afghanistan experience to improve operations in the future so they do not create a two-tier alliance, with some nations doing most of the work and the others just taking the benefits.

VOA: standard.2009.03.24