In Finland we have equal political rights for women and men. We do not regard ourselves according to sex.

One of the biggest development issues in the world is the education of girls. In the United States and Europe, it has been accepted, but not in Africa and the developing countries.

Discussion is just a tool. You have to aim; the final goal must be a decision.

I recently reread an article of mine written in 1964, and I think it is still valid. There is not much difference. Many of the items on the agenda 37 years ago are still there.

I really do hope that the Millennium Summit gives new impetus to the work of the United Nations.

We Finns represent a very transparent and open-minded way of reaching political decisions.

If we go back in the history of different nations, violence and the use of force are part of their heritage. These are the traditions of mankind.