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

More cuts were needed to avoid exiting the eurozone.

Our membership of the euro is a guarantee of monetary stability and creates the right conditions for sustainable growth. Our membership of the euro is the only choice.

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

I am convinced that the public, large majority of the Greek people, realize that policies pursued in the past and the market practices have to be changed, in order to improve the prospects of the Greek economy. So there is, I think, strong public support despite the increases in social tensions.

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

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.