There is resistance to change. There's a resistance to ideas.

The incentive that you give to your youth is going to be the make-or-break future of the country.

I hope that none of the countries in the Middle East are planning anything but the peaceful utilization of nuclear energy.

Ten years ago I said, you know, my goal is to be able to get food on the table. What I'm trying to say by that is trying to create a vibrant, capable and effective middle class. The quicker and stronger that we can be able to do this, the easier it is for political reform to move forward.

We're never going to be able to get rid of terrorism, because there is always going to be evil in the world.

I have the responsibility of over four million people, and I am in a position to do good, to be able to bring about a new life for my people, and I will continue to move in that direction. It's a burden, but it needs to be done, and you have to have the courage and wisdom to see it through.

Don't take 'no' for an answer.