My impression is that American policy speaks not of antagonism but rather partnership.

They have it wrong in asking if Schroeder favors Britain over France, or France over Britain. Schroeder favors Germany. That is what we all have to understand.

We made a decision that monetary policy will be made by an independent European Central Bank.

This question about Iraq has gotten personal.

As far as my relationship with President Putin is concerned, it's fine.

Naturally we are aware of the strength of our economy and naturally we don't want to downplay it.

I can't let important policy decisions hinge on the fact that an election is coming up every 90 days.