I am naturally aware that this country is in the middle of a major process of clarification. How does it perceive its future position in Europe? How can it influence future developments in Europe? And, not least, what are the conditions of, and prospects for, future entry into monetary union? Like many others in Europe, I am following this process with keen interest.
And I have the impression that this debate in the United Kingdom has made significant progress over the past two years. Of course, it is ultimately only the British themselves who can decide how they wish to shape their relations with Europe and European integration.