From a German point of view, German-American and European-American relations are a pillar of our foreign policy.

In Europe it is particularly important that we build good relations to everyone who holds political responsibility because Europe can only be build together.

No bank should be allowed to become so big that it can blackmail governments.

Thank[Barack Obama] for the reliable friendship and partnership you demonstrated in very difficult hours of our relationship.

I think we can say our energy system will be the most efficient and environmentally friendly in the world.

On the issue past of independence of Germany, after the time of National Socialism, Germany has been given an enormous amount of help particularly and also from the United States of America. A fact that we were able to enjoy German unification is due first and foremost to the help of the United States of America.

When it comes to human dignity, we cannot make compromises.