National minimum wages could gain more ground in EU

National minimum wages are being introduced to compensate for more labour market flexibility

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Government will raise Bulgaria's pension age slowly

An insecure government is too focused on ensuring its survival to carry out many reforms

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With the government determined to push through reform, the CNTE's new, peaceful strategy is unlikely hold.

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While the government has shown commitment to reform, the CNTE will not back down easily

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Management weaknesses, financial hurdles and vested interests mar the government's transport plans

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While the government will have deal with the CNTE, poorly-managed protests could further discredit the army

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Divisions within the labour movement will make it difficult for gold miners to coordinate a sustainable wage deal

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Rising disenchantment with the political class has prompted Tunisians to return to the streets en masse

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Traditional left-wing parties are struggling for electoral success, despite the economic crisis

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Increase in civil and criminal suits will raise concerns about past abuses

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