But the desire to maintain trans-Atlantic ties is now accompanied by a push to balance them in a new way.

The agreement, which American officials say is part of an effort to improve trans-Atlantic ties, also promises to broaden military, scientific and commercial cooperation.

These trans-Atlantic ties could not be severed by U-boats.

Before the Clinton Administration came to power last month, there was widespread optimism here for improved trans-Atlantic ties.

American support for European integration is consistent with the fostering of even more intimate trans-Atlantic ties.

How these two men get along will help shape the course of trans-Atlantic ties.

Today, trans-Atlantic ties are being pulled in all directions.

All this could play against trans-Atlantic ties, which have been cemented by a military alliance that is now in some disarray.

He is a strong advocate of trans-Atlantic ties.

The secretary also addressed trans-Atlantic economic ties.