I think there's a need for the participation of the military for the stability of the transformation period of Burma. If the military and the people do unite together for the sake of our country, we can reach the development of our country in a very short time.

I don't want to see the military falling. I want to see the military rising to dignified heights of professionalism and true patriotism.

The judiciary must be strengthened and released from political interference.

In Burma, we need to improve education in the country - not only primary education, but secondary and tertiary education. Our education system is very very bad. But, of course, if you look at primary education, we have to think in terms of early childhood development that's going back to before the child is born - making sure the mother is well nourished and the child is properly nurtured.

What does Burma have to give the United States? We can give you the opportunity to engage with people who are ready and willing to change a society.

Fundamental violations of human rights always lead to people feeling less and less human.

It is not power that corrupts but fear. Fear of losing power corrupts those who wield it and fear of the scourge of power corrupts those who are subject to it.