The dragon brushed the side walls of this alley very closely, to release its last and largest quota.
Those who got large quotas say they did not get enough.
Both countries have denied that they ever promised to support the Emirates' request for a larger quota.
But Brazil had the largest quota, 31 percent, and wouldn't cede one bagful.
"Charles will have to give me a larger quota," she said.
Iranian officials contend that their country's position means that it should continue to have a larger quota than Iraq's.
I am quite sure that the larger quotas, and the ultimate end of the quota system, will benefit the Azores' dairy sector.
Given these conditions, it is felt to be courteous and good practice to allocate a slightly larger quota to that country's citizens.
The only problem is that certain countries have no need of such a large quota while others need access to a significantly larger one.
Moreover, they are seeking a larger quota of export and free tax for their products.