The real problem is that the financial base for our social security system is shrinking because the number of normal jobs is falling. In other words, we have to address the challenge of how to make employment, in the classic sense, attractive once again.

We need trust among allies and partners. Such trust now has to be built anew.

It's not five minutes to midnight. It's five minutes after midnight.

I might bend, but I will NEVER break because it's in my nature as a strong woman.

A good compromise is one where everybody makes a contribution.

Everyone wants a more simple tax system. But if this means that certain tax breaks have to be cut, people are no longer so enthusiastic.

I believe that we will move forward a little tomorrow but I have my doubts that we will achieve a result.