China and the U.S. are the two largest importers of oil. They are the two largest emitters of carbon.

India is a vibrant nation whose strength lies in its commitment to equal rights and to speech, religious and economic freedoms that enrich the lives of all citizens. India is not only the world's largest democracy; it is also a secular, pluralistic society committed to inclusive growth.

I have great, great confidence in our capital markets and in our financial institutions. Our financial institutions, banks and investment banks, are strong. Our capital markets are resilient. They're efficient. They're flexible.

A Fed loan to Lehman Brothers would not have prevented a bankruptcy.

Economic growth and environmental protection are not at odds. They're opposite sides of the same coin if you're looking at longer-term prosperity.

Even if you don't have the authorities - and frankly I didn't have the authorities for anything - if you take charge, people will follow.

It's a safe banking system, a sound banking system. Our regulators are on top of it. This is a very manageable situation.