I am not a politician but I have dedicated the biggest part of my professional life to economic policy both in Greece and Europe.
Lucas PapademosGreece could default on its debts and even exit currency bloc if it cannot deliver reforms.
Lucas PapademosThe ECB's interventions in sovereign bond markets should not be perceived or interpreted as a 'freebie' for governments. They are temporary.
Lucas PapademosMy 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.
Lucas PapademosAnd judging what is appropriate or not appropriate for a country, I think it is important in particular in judging what is the appropriate economic policy framework, one should take into account the overall political environment and the institutional framework within which economic policy operates.
Lucas Papademos