I prefer to concentrate on my task of leading Europe to the success that our citizens expect. We have to look forwards now because what is at stake is what makes Europe Europe.

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

It is not more Europe or less Europe that we need. We need a better Europe.

Decisions can only be reached in Europe if France and Germany agree.

Since populists never miss an opportunity to create a lot of noise about anti-Europe stance. However, the repercussions of the British referendum could quickly put a stop to such crass rabble-rousing, as it should soon become clear that the UK was better off inside the EU - economically, socially and in foreign policy terms.

You can consider this carved in stone: I rule out becoming Herman Van Rompuy's successor.

Trump knows that he is encountering a complete lack of understanding in Europe, but it's apparent that he's not very impressed by it. My experience, however, has been that American presidents take a greater interest in Europe over the course of their term.