People need security of the mind. Why do they want democracy? Because it can give them freedom and security in a balanced way.

Jobless people will have no self-confidence. And they feel they are worthless because when you don't have a job you have to rely on someone.

It's good to know that the people of different countries are really concerned and involved in the movement to help Burma. I think in some ways it's better to have the people of the world on your side than the governments of the world, even if governments can be more effective in certain directions.

Peace as a goal is an ideal which will not be contested by any government or nation, not even the most belligerent.

Challenges mean opportunities as well.

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?

The education and empowerment of women throughout the world cannot fail to result in a more caring, tolerant, just and peaceful life for all.