With reference to the above subject vs with respect to the above subject

Both phrases are correct and commonly used in English. They are often used in formal writing to refer back to a previous subject or topic.

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With reference to the above subject

This phrase is correct and commonly used in formal writing to refer back to a previous subject or topic.

This phrase is typically used in formal writing to direct the reader's attention to a specific subject mentioned earlier in the text.

Examples:

With reference to the above subject, we will now discuss the implications of the findings.
The report provides detailed analysis with reference to the above subject.
With reference to the above subject matter, further research is needed to validate the results.

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With reference to the above subject
With reference to the mechanism of intoxication, it can be acute or chronic and slowly progressive.
Interested rights With reference to the art.
With reference to the issue of sustainability, the survival of alternative herbal remedies is threatened.
With reference to the 1986 Communication.
With reference to the order of Lepidoptera, the flying at dusk of butterflies commonly called Moths is frequent.
Providing the data and consequences of an eventual refusal With reference to the purposes outlined in the paragraph above.
With reference to the purposes outlined in the paragraph above.
With reference to the figures 34 and 36, rotate the drum by 180º.
With reference to the purpose in point 5, some data may be communicated anonymously and aggregated to group companies or third parties for statistical purposes.
With reference to the final quarter of 2005, in particular, the international activities amounted to 16% of the consolidated sales.
With reference to the technological solutions adopted we can identify various models of eCatalog:
With reference to the Board of Statutory Auditors, CONSOB requested the following.
4.6 With reference to the indication of the means of dispute settlement, see the next clause 12.
With reference to the Submarine cables business, the plan initiated in response to the problems in performing the Western Link project is proceeding as expected.
With reference to the description of newly issued accounting principles, IASB rulings yet to be approved by the European Commission are reported below.
3.4 With reference to the right of withdrawal, see the following clauses 8, 9, 10 and 11.
With reference to the voluntary tender offer, pursuant to Article 102, paragraph 1, of legislative decree 24 February 1998 no.
With reference to the above, shareholders are invited to refer to recommendations in Consob Notice DEM/9017893 of 26 February 2009.
Prysmian launches public offer for Draka With reference to the joint press release of Prysmian S.p.A.
With reference to the evaluation of a real estate company, it is possible to use different methodologies: 1.

Alternatives:

in relation to the above subject
regarding the above subject
concerning the above subject
with regard to the above subject
pertaining to the above subject

with respect to the above subject

This phrase is correct and commonly used in formal writing to refer back to a previous subject or topic.

This phrase is often used in formal writing to indicate consideration or regard for a specific subject mentioned earlier in the text.

Examples:

With respect to the above subject, we will now address the key issues raised.
The document provides detailed information with respect to the above subject.
With respect to the above subject matter, additional research is required to confirm the conclusions.

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with respect to the above subject
The GOC arguments are therefore not relevant with respect to the findings by the Commission.
I myself endorse the recommendations made by our rapporteur, especially with respect to the reform of the Structural Funds.
We found that with respect to the happiness of the experiencing self.
Already I'm feeling better with respect to the finger.
I was appalled at that with respect to the President's responsibility as Commander-in-Chief.
But not with respect to the rocket.
You know, with respect to the two of you.
Only a few physical systems are actually linear with respect to the model parameters.
Bell States are either symmetric or antisymmetric with respect to the subsystems.
However, with respect to the lower ranks, Kuropatkin's reforms fell short.
This French procedure proved to be extremely long and inefficient with respect to the expectations of the Romanians towards democracy.
Orientation of 350º with respect to the vertical and horizontal axis.
Sure Legge 84/94 can be subordinate to maintenance operations particularly with respect to the nomination of the Presidents.
We found that with respect to the happiness of the experiencing self.
The cords are named by their position with respect to the axillary artery.
Note that any semilattice homomorphism is necessarily monotone with respect to the associated ordering relation.
This charming building is located in an elevated position with respect to the Villa Ceti...
Notice that English requires a lot more information with respect to the timing of events.
Rare model with respect to the most available Pagoda 230 and 280.
The optimum liner length with respect to the maximum tungsten alloy radiation shell yield is determined.

Alternatives:

in relation to the above subject
regarding the above subject
concerning the above subject
with reference to the above subject
pertaining to the above subject

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