I think more women should be involved in politics for the good of the human race.

Fear is a habit; I am not afraid.

With the right kind of institutions, starting with the rule of law, Burma could progress very quickly.

Lasting solutions are always difficult to come to. But they will have to persevere. I've been repeating ad nauseam that we in Burma we are weak with regard to the culture of negotiated compromises, that we have to develop the ability to achieve such compromises.

Assuming the chairmanship of ASEAN isn't going to do anything about improving the lives of people.

The struggle for democracy and human rights in Burma is a struggle for life and dignity. It is a struggle that encompasses our political, social and economic aspirations.

Foreign investors will not come and do things without any returns for themselves. And we don't expect them to come work for us free. But the local population should benefit rightfully. The locals should benefit just a little more than the companies.