sticking point

But in a sign of some early progress, country representatives struck an agreement over a long-standing sticking point in international climate negotiations.

One of these sticking points are the tough spot Local Councils have found themselves in.

Healthcare benefits have been a major sticking point with the union, which claims the insurance CVS offers is inadequate and unaffordable for most employees, according to the union.

While the relationship between Beijing and Washington has improved in the past year, China's increasing assertiveness in the region remains a sticking point.

However, the sticking point is these units require upfront investment to build new theatres and refurbish hospital buildings.