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Europe briefing— Europe
Preface
We get to grips with the Belgian PM's colourful sense of style. Plus a Q&A with European Commissioner Karel de Gucht and news from Lisbon and Liechtenstein.
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01Style leader: Elio Di Rupo
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02Karel De Gucht
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