The two greatest priorities for my government are tackling tax evasion and corruption.

As to the question of elected or not elected, each member of the European Commission has been appointed jointly by the governments of the 15 member states, and undergone individual scrutiny and a vote of confidence from the European Parliament.

The two greatest priorities for my government are tackling tax evasion and corruption.

Europe has to avoid old prejudices and new ones. That means north versus south, rich versus poor.

I hope that my government can help change Italian mentality.

I am certain that most Germans have instinctive liking for Italy, just as Italians admire Germans for their many qualities.

The Italian economy has been held back for decades.