The outcome of the referendum does not affect those of my officials who have British nationality, since they work for Europe and not for the UK. They have made a major contribution to our common European project, and I will continue to count on their talent and commitment.

We do not attract Russian money to Luxembourg with high interest rates.

I don't think Spain will need any kind of external support.

It is always said that Europe is a project of the elite. That's incorrect.

How will the exit affect thousands of British pensioners living in Portugal or Spain who will lose their access to the welfare and health systems? Fifty-three free-trade agreements, which were negotiated by the EU on behalf of all Member States, are also hanging in the balance for the UK.

We can't completely rely on the aberrations of history to explain today's European necessities. Future-related issues are no less pressing.

The person who is ahead in the end will have the advantage.