I deeply detest social distinction and snobbery, and in that lies my strong aversion to titular honours.

Senator Obama will be taking office at a critical juncture. There are many pressing challenges facing the international community, including the global financial crisis and global warming. We look forward to working closely with President-elect Obama and his team to address these challenges.

We just sent our condolences to the President of the United States and the American people on what is a terrible, terrible tragedy.

I only take on roles that I'm passionate about. Life is too short to do things that you're not happy with.

If the market is left to sort matters out, social injustice will be heightened and suffering in the community will grow with the neglect the market fosters.

Well in the end the world can crank itself up to sanctions, as it has with Zimbabwe, another sad case.

Afghanistan is one of the poorest countries on earth. Security issue or no security issue, there would need to be a focus on it.