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.

There are many challenges, there are many obstacles; let us try to change the obstacles to advantages.

I do not want to speak about overpopulation or birth control, but I think education is the way to give new impetus to the poverty question.

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

Men and women have roles - their roles are different, but their rights are equal.

That is where consensus-building begins-with the idea that you have your own truth, but that the negotiator on the other side of the table has his own truth as well.