With all respect for the internal sensitivities of (Germany) I urge the German leaders to find as soon as possible a stable solution for Germany. Without a dynamic Germany, Europe cannot recover.

There is no Europe without freedom and solidarity.

Ladies and gentlemen, tonight, the European Union has opened its door to Turkey.

I welcome the speed with which the commission and member states have been able to respond to the urgent request for help.

Germany is the power engine of Europe. Without a dynamic Germany, Europe cannot recover.

We have looked at everything on the table and cleared away what we don't need.

In all probability at least for the next two or three years we will not have a constitution. That ... should not be a source of paralysis for Europe.

It is important for the world to understand that the European Union and China are able to solve the problem in a constructive, positive way.

I genuinely believe this is an offer that Turkey should be glad to accept. It shows clearly the end goal: The end goal is membership.