But further steps to open up the economy may face political opposition within the country's governing coalition.

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"Investors are positioning themselves now to take advantage of further moves to open up the market, " says Stephen Wang of HSBC James Capel.

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The Obama administration beat back an attempt in Congress in December to overturn its easing measures, but shows no sign of wanting to open up further.

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If re-elected, he says he wants to open the economy up still further.

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By delivering the most robust bundle offering of any video provider, we open up more opportunities for further growth in these largely unserved areas.

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But to wade a bit further into the public sphere can open you up to attack, as this Washington Post article points out, noting the case of Penn State climate scientist Michael E.

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Ford also will offer buyouts to veteran workers to open up even more Tier II jobs and lower labor costs further.

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What's more, legislation approved by the European Union last year that requires national rail systems to open up to operators from other countries by 2010, will further push development of a European network of high-speed rail.

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And to complicate things still further, this week the United Keetoowah Cherokees, who do have federal recognition, said they would open up a casino in Fort Smith on land claimed by the Lost Cherokees.

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