We stand united, facing the big responsibility to change our country into a nation of justice, solidarity, humanity and green development.

It is important that the Greek people make decisions on important developments.

Despite the deep reforms we are making, traders and speculators have forced interest rates on Greek bonds to record highs.

We have made major reforms in Greece. When I took over after a landslide victory we had a mandate for change and I knew my major focus would be re-organizing the state.

We in Europe have great capacities.

Countries are not like financial markets. Social change cannot be executed as swiftly as credit-default swaps. You cannot sell short on social commitments and practical responsibilities.

Unfortunately, corruption is widespread in government agencies and public enterprises.