81.   On Thursday, the two sides started discussions on telecommunications and glass markets, and are expected to hold high-level talks on government procurements next week in Tokyo.

82.   Prime Minister Koizumi said Friday his government would start full discussions on tax reform in February.

83.   Russia had already applied for GATT membership, and a working group was set up on the issue that was to start discussion at the beginning of next year.

84.   Sharon said he was ready to start discussions on the Tenet understanding.

85.   The House of Councillors is expected to start discussions on the bill next week.