Georgia is not just a European country, but one of the most ancient European countries.

Solidarity was the best thing which happened in the 20th century.

America is very important economically. It's certainly, by far, the most important country in the world.

With the most powerful binoculars, I cannot see Alaska.

First and foremost - our vision for a united and peaceful Georgia is based on respect for the desire - and respect for the right - to South Ossetian autonomy.

Keeping small nations enslaved because of the deals between the great nations or because of any pragmatic considerations that might have been there are totally unacceptable.

I have good relationships with Hillary Clinton, Joseph Biden and especially Richard Holbrooke - he is my teacher. I learned a lot of great things from him.