"state its position" is a correct and usable phrase in written English.
It is commonly used to encourage someone to express their opinion or stance on a particular issue. For example, "When asked about the new policy, the Prime Minister refused to state its position."
Instead, the takeover target has said it will state its position on Mittal's improved bid once regulators have cleared it.
The EP must also ensure that its new powers under the Lisbon Treaty and the framework agreement between the Commission and the EP are fully respected and that, as a result, it receives negotiating mandates in good time to enable it to state its position, which must, in turn, be properly taken into account by the Commission and the Council.
The government has put a moratorium on unconventional gas until mid next year while it conducts consultations, and will not state its position beforehand.
We're going to be a software company, because there's no darn better business to be in.' " Microsoft shareholders overwhelmingly rejected two resolutions, one calling on the company to report political contributions and lobbying expenses and state its position on campaign finance reform, the other asking it to adopt a set of human rights principles for doing business in China.
But the British government declined to state its position, adding to the uncertainty surrounding Mr. Kohler's candidacy.
However, the president of the supreme court, Lord Neuberger, called on the government to state its position explicitly.
It has stated its position on this factor unequivocally: "Lowest liquor price guaranteed.
It has been some time since the Vatican re-stated its position on the city so forcefully, and Thursday's statement was bound to be received negatively by Israel, a diplomat with direct knowledge of their relations said.
"The Chinese government has very firmly and clearly stated its position.
The Supreme Court agreed to hear the case this spring, requiring the Obama Administration to file papers stating its position by March 23rd.
However, Israel has submitted a long written argument stating its position that the barrier is intended to prevent Palestinian suicide bombings and other attacks.
