A new state, if it wants to join the European Union, has to apply to become a member of the European Union like any state.

Norwegian legislation is more in conformity with the rules of the European Union than most member states.

Financial transaction tax raises problems of competition.

Norway or Switzerland are two marvelous countries, I very much admire, the most advanced countries in the world in fact with great qualities of life.

I have full confidence in the IMF. It is a very strong international institution.

I am a very committed European.

Governments are not always right.