Yet labour-market reforms could make a difference to the birth rate in the long term.

而劳动力市场的革新可能在长远上能使生育率有所不同。

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The Obama administration and the new German government that took office late last month are reviewing their military commitments in Afghanistan and both are serving notice on President Karzai that they expect major reforms now that his new term in office has been assured.

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While the financial issues received the most attention, these negotiations were much more about long-term reforms.

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The President has shown a willingness to take on these future unfunded obligations and to propose long-term reforms.

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"The programme deals with the short-term and immediate challenges and builds the foundations for more medium-term reforms, " said Mr Dimian.

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