Of course, I would not dare to claim that we initiated the agenda, but some of its key principles are consistent with our paper. The reform package contains a number of important measures along these lines. This is particularly true with regard to labour market policies.
Unemployment assistance will be curtailed, the period for claiming unemployment benefits will be shortened, incentives to work in the low-wage sectors will be established and dismissal protection rules will be eased. We hope that the ongoing reform debate brings about far-reaching results that will strengthen growth and employment.