Gerhard Schroeder
Gerhard Schroeder
Gerhard Fritz Kurt Schröder; born 7 April 1944) is a German politician, and served as Chancellor of Germany from 1998 to 2005. As a member of the Social Democratic Party of Germany, he led a coalition government of the SPD and the Greens. Before becoming a full-time politician, he was a lawyer, and before becoming Chancellor he served as Prime Minister of Lower Saxony. Following the 2005 federal election, which his party lost, after three weeks of negotiations he stood...
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It is the sovereign right of our American allies to take the decisions which they consider necessary for their external security, ... However, as this is a question that could have an impact way beyond just the U.S., it is in the interest of the alliance to deal with this in a spirit of partnership.
bring certain common interest military operation successful
We have a common interest to bring the military operation to a speedy and successful conclusion. I am certain that this success is not only necessary, but achievable.
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The successful development of our continent will rather be based on the principles of inclusion, balancing of interests and active participation in European integration.
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The president made clear that he is politically interested in a strong dollar, not a weak one, ... It is clear that governments have limited possibilities for action. As you know, the central banks, which can act, are independent and we respect that.
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Whoever wants to settle this problem by military means must consider whether it advances the interests of an international alliance of 50 or more nations, many Muslim, or whether it will disturb and perhaps destroy this alliance,
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In meat production everyone has to be able to trace where the product comes from. The marketing chain has to be made transparent,
economy sensible
that is sensible for the economy as a whole.
trend
That is not going to change, ... the trend is upward.
people speak
I want to speak to as many people as possible,
behind focus past people
the need to put past differences behind us and focus on the people of that country.
coming favor main parties
I'm in favor of the two main parties coming together.
country media people proud
I'm proud of the people of our country who weren't shaken by the media's manipulation and the media power,
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I hope that you and your government will manage to pursue and complete the peace process on the foundation of what has already been achieved,
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I hope we will soon have an opportunity to continue our exchange of thoughts,