If we have access to nuclear energy, that adds to our maneuverability in ensuring energy security as India marches on, on the path to accelerated development.

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.

India happens to be a rich country inhabited by very poor people.

Jawaharlal Nehru wanted India to develop close ties with China and learn from its experience.

I think there are enormous possibilities. And today there are no I think barriers to increased cooperation with India and the United States.

I sincerely believe what happens in India has, I think, lessons, morals for the future evolution of humankind in the 21st century.

Terrorists had the advantage of surprise.