It is part of the unceasing human endeavor to prove that the spirit of man can transcend the flaws of his own nature.

Peace, development, and justice are all connected to each other. We cannot talk about economic development without talking about peace. How can we expect economic development in a battlefield?

How can you call it a sacrifice when you choose to do something because you believe in it?

Kindness can change the lives of people.

Once serious political dialogue has begun, the international community can assume that we have achieved genuine progress along the road to real democratisation.

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

I'm rather inclined to liking people.