71.   It means that Britain is likely to join Germany and Portugal in blocking such a move at a meeting of EU economy and finance ministers Tuesday.

72.   A similar strike in mid-January ended after then finance minister Alexander Livshits promised that the pension arrears would be paid.

73.   Among them would be French Economy Minister Edmond Alphandery, Clarke and Italian Prime Minister Lamberto Dini who is also finance minister.

74.   Anwar, who is also finance minister, said the government would not shield any guilty parties.

75.   Anwar, who is also finance minister, in January ordered Telekom and the Treasury to expedite the investigation.

76.   Anwar, who is also finance minister, said the budget was aimed at strengthening the foundation of the economy and ensuring the well being of Malaysians.

77.   Anwar, who is also finance minister, said votes should not be bought or sold like shares in the stock market.

78.   Anwar, who is also finance minister, said stern measures would be taken against illegal foreign workers, employers and recruiting agents of such workers.

79.   Finance ministers from Austria, Finland, Norway and Sweden, which are due to join the union, attended the meeting.

80.   Erwin, a former trade union leader, took over the trade and industry portfolio last month from Trevor Manuel, who is now finance minister.