Sentence examples for a commitment to defend from inspiring English sources

There was a commitment to defend the interests of financial services – with a quid pro quo that there would be no "return to the casino economy".

In faraway Morocco, two Islamist parties, one "loyalist" regarding the monarchy, the other dissident, have made headway against the once dominant socialists and liberals.What unites these groups is not simply a commitment to defend Islamist values.

In my new role as Shadow Culture Secretary, I want to be very clear Labour's starting point will be a commitment to defend the freedom of the free press.

Because the U.S. has a "commitment to defend it [Taiwan] should Beijing carry out an attack," reports the Times.

It was unclear what actions the U.S. military might take, but Davis stressed a commitment to defend freedom of navigation and protect U.S. forces.

Secretary of Defense Robert Gates told the Senate Armed Services Committee this month that the agreement "will not contain a commitment to defend Iraq".

The U.S. may withhold further aid to Honduras unless it demonstrates a commitment to defending human rights, including those of social activists and journalists, Rieser said.

Throughout her 15 years of public service, Secretary Solis has demonstrated a commitment to defending workers' rights and has been a passionate advocate for working families.

They hoped that a permanent American military presence in their countries meant a stronger commitment to defend their territory than the paper guarantee offered by NATO.

With a coalition of local and worldwide human rights defenders, an international system of justice that commands growing respect, and a global commitment to defend the innocent in every nation, the elements are in place for a more just and peaceful future.

"Nato's security guarantee is treaty commitment and all allies have made... a solemn commitment to defend each other.