I take office during the most difficult moment in the country's recent history. The country can be saved - it's up to us. I think it is obvious for those who support this government to undertake the commitment and ensure that our country's euro membership is not endangered.

My job will not be easy but I am convinced the problems will be solved in a quicker and more efficient way if there is unity and consensus.

I think the facts reveal that the European partners have taken extraordinary measures to help Greece address its problems.

Delays in granting of justice very often reduce the speed with which investment could be undertaken, discouraging investors.

Dealing with Greece's problems will be more difficult if Greece is not a member of the eurozone.

Greece could default on its debts and even exit currency bloc if it cannot deliver reforms.

The new co-operation government will do the best it can to address the country's problems, and I believe that with the co-operation of all - and the new government stresses this - and the unity of all, we will achieve that.