If someone complains about Europe from Monday to Saturday then nobody is going to believe him on Sunday when he says he is a convinced European.

Anyone who believes that the eternal question of war and peace in Europe is no longer there risks being deeply mistaken.

I have known a great many politicians who have not managed to stay in power for 16 years. I have nevertheless already managed to remain at the helm for 18 years. I still want to achieve a great many things for my country. Experience is not a disadvantage here, especially as the head of government of a small country in a European setting that has become more difficult.

I'm not deaf and the Commission isn't operating in a parallel world of legal texts.

I believe neither the French nor the Dutch really rejected the constitutional treaty.

With their charm and legendary sense of humor, the British directly or indirectly paved the way for a large number of European compromises.

I would describe that [friendship with Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras] as a utilitarian friendship. At the time, his country was facing the prospect of leaving the euro zone and many Greeks felt abandoned by Europe. In such a situation, it seemed appropriate to me to present myself as a friend to Greece. It had to do with the country's dignity.