If some Western politician claims he is in a position to use the normal Western methods to feed and clothe 1.2 billion Chinese, we would be happily prepared to elect him president of China.

We are ready to engage in international co-operation against terrorism with a view to safeguarding national interests and regional security and stability.

People of all countries have the right to choose their own social system and road to development in the light of their national conditions and characteristics.

There are nearly 200 countries and a population of over 6 billion in today's world. International affairs should be addressed by all countries through consultations rather than monopolised by a few powers.

Since China has a population of 1.1 billion, it won't feel lonely even if it becomes the only socialist country.

Normal military trade is undoubtedly part of the normal State-to-State relations.

We sincerely hope that south Asian countries will respect and live in amity with each other, and achieve common development, and that south Asia will enjoy peace, stability and prosperity.