We cannot be caught in the bond of suspicion. We have to carry out what we should be doing with a firm determination.

My attitude is, do as much as I can while I'm free. And if I'm arrested I'll still do as much as I can.

Perhaps Singapore could learn from us a more relaxed way of life.

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?

When the Nobel Committee chose to honor me, the road I had chosen of my own free will became a less lonely path to follow.

You should never let your fears prevent you from doing what you know is right.

I've always said that the most important thing is job creation. Jobs will earn people money and build self-confidence.