In a free Europe... the system of power lies on three pillars. These are democracy, rule of law, and human rights. It's impossible to use one against the other. — Frans Timmermans Copy Share Image
I will do everything I can... to make sure that Poland sticks to a development that fosters the rule of law, democracy. — Frans Timmermans Copy Share Image
The argument that won the Brexit campaign is the one that said take back control... which is another way of saying we want to… — Frans Timmermans Copy Share Image
If nationalism makes us poor, weak, and morally insecure, how can it claim to be patriotic? I maintain that nationalists are unpatriotic. — Frans Timmermans Copy Share Image
The Netherlands believes in a vigorous Europe with a commission that is independent and robust. — Frans Timmermans Copy Share Image
Protectionism has never been an answer, will never be an answer. We need trade. We need trade agreements worldwide. — Frans Timmermans Copy Share Image
It is a duty for any government to uphold the rule of law, and this sometimes requires the proportionate use of force. — Frans Timmermans Copy Share Image
This is the game of those who deny climate change or who deny the need for sustainability. They say, 'They are going to take… — Frans Timmermans Copy Share Image
How many millions of straws do we use every day across Europe? I would have people not use plastic straws any more. — Frans Timmermans Copy Share Image
What is the issue that has brought the European Union to the brink? The issue of migration. — Frans Timmermans Copy Share Image
For all its shortcomings, European co-operation and integration has created an understanding of shared destiny. We no longer point guns at each other; we… — Frans Timmermans Copy Share Image
