Greece is at a crucial crossroads. The choices that are made and the policies that are enforced will have a decisive impact on the wellbeing of Greeks. The way forward will not be easy but the problems can be solved, and will be solved, if there is unity, co-operation and consensus.

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.

The financial crisis in our country is not a passing storm. Given the size of the problems, our national effort will not be completed in 2012. It will take many years and will require the efforts and insistence of several governments.

Our eurozone partners have made it clear: The choice is between staying in or getting out of the eurozone.

Our position in Europe is not negotiable. The Greek people will defend it by all means. But participation in the euro involves rules and obligations, which we must consistently meet. Greece belongs to Europe and Europe cannot be envisaged without Greece.

I think it's often discussed that leaving the Euro is an option for Greece. I think this is really not an option.