The Internet is the best thing that ever happened to China. It turns us into individuals and also enables us to share our perceptions and feelings. It creates a culture of individualism and exchange even though the real society doesn't promote it. There isn't a single Chinese university that can invite me to give a talk. Even though I know there are many students who would like to hear what I have to say.

Even though everybody who looked at me would call me a Chinese artist, that's the 1980s. New York in the '80s was not so interesting. I think it's quite narrow-minded. There wasn't much encouragement or opportunities for any artist - not just Chinese artists.

Twitter is the people’s tool, the tool of the ordinary people, people who have no other resources.

[Museums] all belongs to the cultural department, which is the biggest cultural department in the world.

This is a very general understanding of art in China, that being an artist can make you money and turn you into a star.

Because Great Britain has self-confidence, it doesn't need a monumental Olympics.

I don't believe in the so-called Olympic spirit. I speak from personal experience. When China hosted the Games, it failed to include the people. The event was constructed without regard for their joy.