At a time of crisis, it seemed as if the level of constructive talk between the country's political and financial power brokers had sunk to a new low.

Mr. Aziz said he was prepared to conduct "constructive talks," but would not yield to American pressure.

I am open-minded and ready to conduct positive, constructive talks with Secretary Baker, if he shares the same intention.

"I look forward to further constructive talks next week, as we work to resolve this issue."

They have been very constructive talks.

"I for one would welcome constructive talks leading to an Oriental Alliance."

- Michael Gove has said that education officials had "very cordial and constructive" talks with the teaching unions today about pensions.

'Enter into constructive talks' with 'Continue the constructive talks'.

If so, I shall be interested to see what happens in your group's constructive talks with the Minister for Economic Affairs.

There have been various attempts to bring about constructive talks with the Sudanese government and to support mediation attempts.