Schroeder Wins Key Reform Vote

World | October 17, 2003, Friday // 00:00

The German parliament has narrowly backed a package of social and labour market reforms which the chancellor, Gerhard Schroeder, staked his career on. The six bills making up the package were passed with majorities of between seven and 15, with the closest margin in a vote to bring forward tax cuts. The reforms, unveiled earlier this year, are aimed at revitalising Germany's economy - currently stuck in recession.

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