But they add that failure to implement fiscal consolidation where it is needed could undermine confidence and hamper growth.

VOA: standard.2010.06.27

"Without relocation to Guam there will be no consolidation of forces and return of land in Okinawa."

VOA: standard.2009.11.11

A panel of seven judges will deliver a ruling on the proposed consolidation in April.

VOA: standard.2010.03.26

"All leaders recognize that fiscal consolidation is not an end in itself."

VOA: standard.2010.06.27

"From our standpoint the bill is a very important step forward in terms of balancing the types of assistance that we would provide the Pakistan government supporting consolidation of democratic institutions, expanding the rule of law, building the capacity of government institutions, promoting respect for internationally-recognized human rights, promoting economic freedoms, sustainable economic development.

VOA: standard.2009.10.13