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Mr. Wen said government would aim for a growth rate of 7 percent this year, considerably slower than the 9.1 percent pace recorded for 2003. He said the government would re duce the issuance of state bonds intended to finance construction by about $3.6 billion, or 25 percent, and would also restrain lending and investment that has led to "redundant construction in some industries and regions."

Since the wedding march for gays and lesbians began in San Francisco three weeks ago, officials in California, New Mexico and Oregon have allowed same-sex marriages, Massachusetts has signaled its approval. President Bush has called for a constitutional amendment to ban gay marriage. Lawmakers conservative, and gay-rights groups have all joined a debate that has roiled the nation.