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

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

Governments cannot assume or expect that the ECB will always facilitate their funding independently of the achievement of their fiscal and other policy objectives.

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

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.

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.

I am not a politician but I have dedicated the biggest part of my professional life to economic policy both in Greece and Europe.