The only real prison is fear, and the only real freedom is freedom from fear

Sometimes I didn't even have enough money to eat. I became so weak from malnourishment that my hair fell out, and I couldn't get out of bed.

My top priority is for people to understand that they have the power to change things themselves.

We must all work together if we are all to live together in unity and harmony.

I feel that the BBC World Service is not as versatile as it used to be - or perhaps I'm not listening at the right times.

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

Even if you feel fear, you still have to go ahead and do what you believe in.