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"Mr President, the Presidents of the Commission and the Council explained to us how things went at the European Council, but then Mr Schulz took the floor and explained to us how things really went at the European Council.
In my small way, I will confine myself to remarking that there was a clash of three positions – the British position, the position of the so-called Franco-German ‘Directoire’, and the position of the EU institutions.
I think it was good for everyone, and especially for each of our countries, that the Union institutions prevailed this time, because they made sure that the agreement was not limited to the 17 euro area countries, but was as inclusive as possible. The underlying problem remains, however, and therefore I ask you all to shoulder your responsibility and take every opportunity to tell the Franco-German ‘Directoire’ that enough is enough.
I say that not because I have anything to demand for my country, Italy, but because I think it is important that we all demand that Europe be given its proper role. I admire the leaders of France and Germany, but I realise that success for the European project on the path it has to tread will depend on the 27 countries and on the assurances that the EU institutions can give them.
I would therefore ask you to remember at all times, wherever you may be, that the right method is not to impose but to propose, and that that method should always be upheld by ensuring that everyone accepts individual responsibility, although the ultimate responsibility must lie with everyone together."@en1
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