If you put all the European countries together, we are the biggest economy in the world.

The real problem in Greece is not cutting taxes, it's making sure that we don't have tax evasion.

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

I would say we are a friend in need and I am sure that the Greek people would very much welcome the choice of the British people to come and enjoy Greece, first of all, but also that would be a sign of support.

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

Today I want to send a message of optismism to all Greeks. Our road, our path, will be more stabilised. Our country will be in a better situation. We will be stronger.

Many people have been pontificating, and patronizing, and moralizing, and scapegoating, saying you Greeks, you are the problem. I would say we Greeks have a problem. We are not the problem.