"I note the obvious signs of renewal and hope everywhere in Berlin. From the construction of modern new buildings like those in the Potsdameplatz, to the restoration of the splendid old buildings along the Unter Den Linden and elsewhere in the city. The museums, opera houses, concert halls and the theatres of Berlin distinguish the City as a cultural metropolis. The Reichstag (Parliament) building with its distinctive new glass dome truly represents the aspirations of the German people. It has been hardly two years that the capital moved from Bonn to Berlin but already Berlin appears very comfortable in its role as the capital. In the space of less than two years, Berlin has also won the acceptance not merely of the German people but of the whole world as the capital of the Federal Republic of Germany. I wish to congratulate the people and the Government of Germany in the successful transformation of Berlin."
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Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad, (19 March 2002)
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