Even before I went to the UN, I often would want to say something in a meeting - only woman at the table - and I'd think, 'OK well, I don't think I'll say that. It may sound stupid.' And then some man says it, and everybody thinks it's completely brilliant, and you are so mad at yourself for not saying something.

No matter how hard we might wish, we will not be able to transform China's behavior overnight.

To understand Europe, you have to be a genius - or French.

I have been in meetings where a head of state will say, 'I like your tie,' to a man... or, 'I like your country because the weather's good,' or whatever. So for me, the pins in some ways were openers.

Whatever the job you are asked to do at whatever level, do a good job because your reputation is your resume.

As strong as the United States is, we can't deal with terrorism alone.

I think this is a very hard choice, but the price - we think the price is worth it.