But through their disagreements we explore the problems of measuring economic health.

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However, most of the concrete problems between the two countries, such as disagreements over sea-bed exploration rights and air space, remain unresolved.

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Mr Olmert said there would be "obstacles, problems, disagreements but we have never been as close to the possibility of coming to an agreement as we are today".

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Problems at its Rover subsidiary, on the other hand, have led to rumours of boardroom disagreements and threats to Mr Pischetsrieder's job, and also cast doubts on whether he has a sustainable strategy for the company.

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