You cannot transpose the U.S. system on Turkey, and the Turkish system on France etc. You have to understand the people and their culture. That's leadership.

It's good to have a leader, otherwise we argue too much.

Our people have proven their desire for continuing with reforms. We complete the march today with those who have an honest patriotic desire for more progress and reform.

Any government that has a sincere desire for reform and progress should understand the benefit of objective and constructive criticism.

By being friends with all, we are not alone.

Democracy is not just constitutional and legislative rules; it is a culture and practice and adhering by the law and respecting international human rights principles.

I care about Bahrain. Bahrain is very dear to me. I will not allow people to play around with our laws.