This was interpreted as indicating a move towards increased autonomy for the territories or less economic aid from France.

In a move towards greater autonomy to minority ethnic groups the military divided the four regions into 12 states.

The creation of the Assembly was the first step towards Philippine autonomy and a self-sufficient government.

Residents are due to vote on taking further steps towards autonomy in 2014.

During the Revolution of 1905, a movement towards autonomy developed.

On the road towards autonomy there were a number of obstacles, some easily surmount-able, others notoriously resistant.

Each reform must be a significant step towards greater autonomy.

It should be noted that Black and Jewish women consistently supported our struggle towards political autonomy.

To compete, political powers push towards greater autonomy for corporations, or both.

In the longer term, the European Union must strive towards total autonomy where the deployment of the rapid reaction force is concerned.