The euro area must not be treated as an "opt out" from the European Union.

- Jose Manuel Barroso

In the age of globalization pooled sovereignty means more power, not less.

- Jose Manuel Barroso

Climate action is central for the future of our planet.

- Jose Manuel Barroso

I'll put it frankly - Britain has more influence in China than Norway or Switzerland, with all respect for the other countries.

- Jose Manuel Barroso

Smart, sustainable, inclusive growth is the key to job-creation and the future prosperity of Europe.

- Jose Manuel Barroso

A new state, if it wants to join the European Union, has to apply to become a member of the European Union like any state.

- Jose Manuel Barroso

Norway or Switzerland are two marvelous countries, I very much admire, the most advanced countries in the world in fact with great qualities of life.

- Jose Manuel Barroso

Let us not forget that the European Community started as a project for peace after the terrible Second World War. And today people take for granted t…

- Jose Manuel Barroso

Decisions taken by the most democratic institutions in the world are very often wrong.

- Jose Manuel Barroso