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

Delays in granting of justice very often reduce the speed with which investment could be undertaken, discouraging investors.

I am confident that we can overcome this crisis, provided that we remain united in our effort to address our debt and competitiveness problems. And I think that the Greek people are united; it's important also that the political forces are united in line with the will of the Greek people.

And 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.