Lucas Papademos Quotes

So it won't be a surprise when the Greek default actually happens and we expect it one way or the other to be relatively soon.

Dealing with Greece's problems will be more difficult if Greece is not a member of the eurozone.

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

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

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

The participation of our country in the eurozone is a guarantee for the country's monetary stability. It is a driver of financial prosperity.

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

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.

My 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.

I think achieving a higher fiscal stability is also a very important condition for restoring an environment which is conducive to growth.

We must all assume out responsibilities to take the country forward.

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

The ECB's interventions in sovereign bond markets should not be perceived or interpreted as a 'freebie' for governments. They are temporary.