5 Jul 2015
Greek PM Alexis Tsipras addresses nation: Victory of democracy
FXStreet (Bali) - Greek PM Alexis Tsipras addressed the Greek people live on Greek TV, noting that today they celebrate a victory of democracy.
Key Quotes
"You have made a generous choice - however I'm fully conscious that the mandate you have given me is not a mandate against Europe but a mandate to find a sustainable solution with Europe that will take us out of the vicious cycle of austerity."
"Today, we celebrate a victory of democracy, and tomorrow, together, we will continue a national effort to exit this crisis with a belief in the power of the people."
Additional comments from Mr Tsipras' speech on Greek television, courtesy BBC:
- He says he wants to continue negotiations with creditors
- "Our overwhelming priority will be to get banks functioning again"
- A meeting of all political parties is convened for Monday morning
Key Quotes
"You have made a generous choice - however I'm fully conscious that the mandate you have given me is not a mandate against Europe but a mandate to find a sustainable solution with Europe that will take us out of the vicious cycle of austerity."
"Today, we celebrate a victory of democracy, and tomorrow, together, we will continue a national effort to exit this crisis with a belief in the power of the people."
Additional comments from Mr Tsipras' speech on Greek television, courtesy BBC:
- He says he wants to continue negotiations with creditors
- "Our overwhelming priority will be to get banks functioning again"
- A meeting of all political parties is convened for Monday morning