In 1995, we had evidence of the brother-in-law of Osama bin Laden being in the Philippines, living in the Philippines. We had evidence of front organizations set up in the Philippines. And we uncovered evidence about, which would help the U.S. with - about the perpetuators of the World Trade Center bombing.

In the harshest possible terms, I condemn political killings.

Before September 11, we were fighting terrorism in our southwestern Philippines, and it was a lonely fight. However, we were able to contain it now in one island in that part of the Philippines. But after September 11, and after the creation of the global coalition against terrorism, now we have allies, and I believe now it will easier with allies.

Over the years, our political system has degenerated to the extent that it's difficult for anyone to make any headway, yet keep his hands clean.

I sow; my successor reaps. This is the majesty of democracy.

I follow my father's philosphy; 'Do what is good, do what is right, and God will take care of the rest.'

The military is very constitutionalist, and I have my faith in them and in the cooler heads of the people.