Absorbing foreign capital and technology and even allowing foreigners to construct plants in China can only play a complementary role to our effort to develop the productive forces in a socialist society. Of course, this will bring some decadent capitalist influences into China. We are aware of this possibility; it's nothing to be afraid of.
Deng XiaopingObserve calmly; secure our position; cope with affairs calmly; hide our capacities and bide our time; be good at maintaining a low profile; and never claim leadership.
Deng XiaopingNo matter if it is a white cat or a black cat; as long as it can catch mice, it is a good cat.
Deng XiaopingIn China, we intend to acquire advanced technology, science and management skills to serve our socialist production. And these things as such have no class character.
Deng Xiaoping