As relations warm, a Caribbean island is within reach.
As relations deteriorated in recent years, however, the factory park became controversial in South Korea.
As relations between Britain and the colonies worsened, Franklin's own position became precarious.
As relations have deteriorated, the Chinese have rejected some contacts as well.
As relations have chilled, each side has accused the other of political manipulation.
As relations deteriorated between Costa Rica and Nicaragua after the Sandinista victory in 1979, Carazo's popularity declined.
As relations with the United States improved, however, the ICC's relations with other states — especially African states — worsened.
As relations between the two countries begin to thaw, the delegation met representatives of 13 Iranian universities and research institutes.
As relations deteriorated, the authorities sent troops and riot police in to patrol the famous tea resort.
As relations between Hugo Chavez's Venezuela and the Bush administration worsened, ties with China strengthened.
