Newsline 15 September, 2009: The Dutch government announces major budget cuts to overcome the current economic crisis; US forces kill a leading al-Qaeda suspect in Somalia and the Indian government cuts down on expenses as part of a major 'austerity drive'.
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Al-Qaeda suspect killed in Somalia
US forces have allegedly killed a leading al-Qaeda suspect in Somalia. We ask if US policy can dent support for extremism in east Africa and beyond.
Budget Day in the Netherlands
It's "Prinsjesdag", or Budget Day, in the Netherlands where Queen Beatrix gave a speech outlining next year's cabinet plans. They include major budget cuts, including a cutback on international development aid.
'Austerity drive' in India
The Indian government has called for an 'austerity drive' to beat the country's economic problems by cutting down on expenditures such as travel costs. Opposition parties and media are not convinced it will work.
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