Specifically, he will use the Spanish presidency to promote better linking of European transport networks, the liberalisation of gas and electricity markets, the integration of financial markets, the construction of a more flexible labour market and better training for Europe's students.

CNN: Jose Maria Aznar

Europe included the greenhouse-gas cut promise in the Berlin declaration celebrating 50 years of integration, putting it at the core of Europe's purpose for the next half century.

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