31. For decades shielded by seclusion, the Burmese have undertaken economic reforms that have increased border trade, foreign tourists and businessmen. 32. He also undertook political reforms and sought peace with military, Muslim separatist and Marxist insurgents. 33. He added that the communist North is determined not to undertake reforms, lest it wind up as the Soviet Union did almost a decade ago. 34. He said the military cannot undertake such reforms alone, adding that it must be supported by the political leadership. 35. However, the leadership has promised that no such reforms would be undertaken this year. 36. However, the Republican-controlled U.S. Congress has refused payment until the United Nations undertakes major reforms, such as cutting its bureaucracy. 37. Indonesians must never again take it for granted that their leaders will naturally undertake reforms. 38. It is now struggling to undertake reforms and impose strict austerity measures to qualify for foreign loans. 39. It is now struggling to undertake reforms and impose austerity measures to qualify for foreign loans. 40. Moreover, Kim has pressured the big conglomerates, known locally as chaebol, to undertake radical reforms. |