The production of fuel from basic food commodities is, in fact, unjustifiable.

No one can wipe away the injustices of centuries in only eight years.

No sustainable development, environmental harmony or lasting security will happen if we are unable to eradicate hunger and extreme inequality

All countries have problems with China's economic power.


I believe that it is very difficult in the world of today to continue with G-8 only without taking in account the importance of Brazil, China, India, many in the world economy, because these countries are great consumers, large consumers, and we're also becoming great producers, and also because we were better prepared than the rich countries for the nowadays global crisis.

I respect the path Cuba chooses to take.

My greatest desire is that the hope that has overcome fear in my country will help vanquish it around the world.