Historically, China is not a nation of sportsmen. We traditionally put more emphasis on being close to nature than pushing endlessly to excel. A philosophy that values tranquil contemplation of the landscape cannot easily be adapted to the Olympic slogan of 'higher, stronger, faster.'
Ai WeiweiWe have to give our opinion, we have to say something, or we are a part of it. As an artist I am forced to say something.
Ai WeiweiI believe [the architecture firm] Herzog and de Meuron and our collaboration made the product the best it could be.
Ai Weiwei