Political uncertainties and ethnic hatreds have clouded attempts at economic reform, led by the federal Prime Minister, Ante Markovic.

Mr. Kim pledged today "to push for reform, led by markets, in a predictable and consistent way."

The following year, despite the warnings of her friends, Mary decided to go back to Scotland, now an officially Protestant country after religious reforms led by John Knox.

The current local government structure in Victoria is a result of the reforms led by then State Premier Jeff Kennett from 1994.

In 1998, a constitutional reform, led by the government of the President Fernando Henrique Cardoso, introduced regulatory agencies as a part of the executive branch.

The reform led by Teresa of Ávila and John of the Cross restored Carmelite life with a new joy and asceticism.

These reforms, led by d'Anethan under pressure from Leopold II, divided Belgian politics.

From 1664 La Trappe was the centre of a thorough reform of the Cistercian Order, led by de Rancé.

One specific undertaking is the holding of democratic elections within six months, following a constitutional reform led by experts.

The Kremlin has proposed a sheaf of reforms, led by an overhaul of the bewildering tax system, to spur economic development.