translate English to French: (CS) Ladies and gentlemen, contrary to the pessimistic and even depressing opinions expressed by some previous speakers, I take the view that Europe has made considerable progress in the past six months under the Finnish Presidency.
(CS) Mesdames et Messieurs, contrairement aux avis pessimistes, voire déprimants, exprimés par certains orateurs, je pense que l'Europe a accompli des progrès considérables sous la présidence finlandaise ces six derniers mois.