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– If I do something good for Europe, it will be good for Polish. And vice versa. It is my firm belief, and not some ideology. Our place in the EU is a cool thing and that we use – said Donald Tusk on TVP Info.

The new head of the European Council also referred to today’s telephone conversation with US President Barack Obama. – It was not a courtesy phone. EU close relations with the United States is the key to the security of the entire world, and especially for Western civilization. Today, everyone has to make a great effort to save us from the conflict. And the Poles proved that it can be done without the use of force. Learned how to change the reality of non-violence – said Tusk.

Former Polish Prime Minister also stressed that Poland should future join the euro area. – Due to the situation in the East, we should take care to be a hard body in Europe. Entry into the euro area would enhance our European ties and improved security. Let us remember – financial, economic and military integration of Europe should be one of the most important strategic interests Polish – Tusk said.

Donald Tusk also commented Francis Pope’s speech in the European Parliament, who said that Europe is moving away from its value. – I do not agree with the thesis that Europe is in a state of collapse. This is the most beautiful place on Earth. It’s still here people come, and not run away from here. I understand the Holy Father and his fears. Let us aware, however, that Europe is still of paramount place – he noted.

Donald Tusk took over duties of the President of the European Council

Today in Brussels has officially Donald Tusk took over from Herman van Rompuy. – Oh my God – are the first words spoken, including a new position. Former Polish Prime Minister applause was rewarded for nounced a few words in French, the language of which is not spoken.

Pole was elected at the end of August by the EU leaders. It will be a 2.5-year term with the possibility of extension.

The official transfer of the baton by the outgoing five years European Council President Herman Van Rompuy, the Belgian was in the chair. 11. New workplace Donald Tusk is the EU Council building them. Justus Lipsius in the heart of the European institutions in Brussels. There’s ten years of EU summits have been held leaders.

A unique day

– This is a special day. This is the first ceremony of transfer of the position of the head of the European Council – Herman Van Rompuy said. – This is a president coming from a country that until recently was separated from Europe by the Iron Curtain. It’s a special moment for Donald Tusk, who had to leave Poland – he stressed.

Van Rompuy mentioned that it a completely different situation than in his case. Former Belgian Prime Minister indicated that he did not even have to be carried out after taking the position that today leaves.

– The European Council plays a key role in the creation of the new European Union. Community is able to redefine itself. We will do everything to support you in your new role – he turned to Tusk Van Rompuy. – Donald Tusk is the son of the Polish nation. Since today is the father of our great Union – ended his speech van Rompuy.

“I came to you, having a clear objective “

– Oh my God – are the first words, which said Donald Tusk, the post of the President of the European Council. Helm of the EU delegation was held at the headquarters of the Council in Brussels. Donald Tusk thanked the outgoing President. He said he is a big fan.

– Herman van Rompuy has set a high standard of work. I admire her, not only because my candidacy was supported by him. It’s you, Herman, helped us put the European Union from the hard times – thank predecessor Donald Tusk.

– trust, common sense, the ability to negotiate and moderation is very important to me. This value, which prevailed during the previous chairman – said Tusk. – I came to you, having a clear purpose. The success we need and absolutely necessary – a former Polish prime minister stressed.

– We must be determined to finish political crisis. We want to bring the final draft of the monetary union. Let us remember that our common currency is the preference and advantage, not a weakness. The European Union must be a strong international dimension. Must provide security along its borders and in the region – he added. – Relations between the EU and the US are absolutely crucial. The next year will be very important this context.

Tusk ended a speech in French, saying that it has a cooperation, and later in Polish: – Thank you to all compatriots, thank Poland that we are all here together – he added. At the end of his speech, the new head of the European Council Herman van wished luck Rompuy and gave him amber.

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