1.   Economic reform under the Sharif government consisted primarily of measures aimed at deregulating the economy and introducing a systematic programme of privatization.

2.   As part of wide-ranging reforms to deregulate the economy, the Philippines ended more than two decades of fuel price controls in February.

3.   At the least, U.S. officials said, they would like to see the Japanese speed the process of deregulating their economy.

4.   Counting is under way to choose a government whose primary responsibilities will include deregulating the economy.

5.   Economists say the money is better spent deregulating the economy and cutting the deficit.

6.   For a cooperative approach to work, he said, Japan must vigorously deregulate its economy and both countries must strive to make existing agreements work.

7.   He added that, if confirmed, he would prod that nation to deregulate its economy, which he said could lead to greater opportunities for U.S. exports.

8.   He argues that the only real way to promote job creation is by deregulating the economy.

9.   He said there are some areas where the government can help, like promoting the housing industry and deregulating the economy.

10.   He said that if confirmed, he will prod Japan to deregulate its economy, which could lead to greater opportunities for U.S. exports.