I was a student at Peking University for close to a decade, while a so-called 'knowledge explosion' was rapidly expanding. I was searching for not just knowledge, but also to mold a temperament, to cultivate a scholarly outlook.

No matter who you are or what you intend to do, you should not exceed the boundaries of the rule of law.

Reforming is about curbing government power. It is a self-imposed revolution; it will require real sacrifice, and it will be painful.

The Chinese economy has huge potential and flexibility.

Openness has been vital to Asia's fast growth in the past and it will continue to be crucial for the area's further development.

Many people in the world believe that in the 21st century, the Asia-Pacific - Asia in particular - will play a more important role in global economy and politics and that Asia will become an important engine for the world economy.

Urbanization is not about simply increasing the number of urban residents or expanding the area of cities. More importantly, it's about a complete change from rural to urban style in terms of industry structure, employment, living environment and social security.