Tony Blair Quotes

I would like a UK fully engaged in Europe, but I can't decide in place of the British. I see that for the moment they want to be more in retreat.

I am not a British isolationist. I don't just want a better deal for Britain. I want a better deal for Europe too.

To be influential in tomorrow's world, to defend our values and our development model, France needs Europe and Europe needs France.

I do not separate France from Europe.

I do not want Britain to turn its back on Europe or the rest of the world.

Britain's destiny lies in Europe.

I hope that we will find a solution that leaves Britain as a partner in a lot of the European activities that we need them to be a partner in.

Being in the European Union has its advantages, and I think that is what the British are beginning to understand, what those who are tempted by the Brexit are going to reflect upon.

The most important thing is that Europe has to remain united.

I'm a big believer in Europe.

Britain can get far better results if it engages with Europe than standing on the sidelines and saying that Europe should change.

The emergence of a unified Europe is one of the most revolutionary events of our time.

I am, however, deeply saddened by this [Brexit] vote by the British electorate. But I respect their decision. What is crucial now is that we focus very precisely on what Europe can do for people: stimulate investment, create jobs and together ensure the safety and security of our citizens.

I think Europe is going in the right direction and we shouldn't be set back.

The decisive factor for the future of Europe - and before all things, for the 'restoration' of Europe - will be whether political thought and national feelings are influenced by the reality of internationalism.

I would wish for more British involvement in Europe, not less.

I do not share the half-in, half-out attitude to the EU of some in Britain. Britain's place is in Europe.

I am not, never have been, and never will be a politician. But I want to tell you the United States has always been proud of having the support of the United Kingdom, of keeping Britain in Europe. We need Britain in Europe.

As Tony Blair has made clear, our fundamental challenge is how to make Europe work better.

I am a very committed European.

In the light of these treaties we are Europeans only.

The United States, of course, is determined to diversify Europe to such an extent that it becomes a meaningless entity.

The EU is an English-speaking power. The single market was a British idea…. If you refuse please don’t expect us to help you wreck or paralyze the EU.

I personally hope and wish that Britain will stay part and parcel of the European Union.

I have specifically argued that we need to change our relationship with the European Union by fundamentally reforming not just our relationship but the European Union itself.