I think the modernization of Chinese economy and Chinese society is a prime concern.

I don't see, I think, any problems between India and the United States.

Our vision is not just of economic growth, but also of a growth which would improve the life of the common man.

Economic policy and decision making do not function in a political vacuum.

Yes, I think India's economy always has been a mixed economy, and by Western standards we are much more of a market economy than a public sector-driven economy.

The Chinese economy is growing at the rate of 9 percent; the Indian economy growing at the rate of 8 percent - enormous I think opportunities for two-way flow of trade, technology and investment.

I have always believed that the ultimate purpose of economic policies and development policy is to meet the basic needs of our people. And for that, we need a fast-expanding economy.