Muslims

"Clearly Islam the religion is not the cause of terrorism. Islam, as I said, is a religion of peace. However through the centuries, deviations from the true teachings of Islam take place. And so [people who call themselves] "Muslims" kill despite the injunction of their religion against killing especially of innocent people."

"It's quite obvious that when the was still there, it was a bustle between capitalism and communism. Once , then capitalism could expand and show its true self. It's no longer constrained by the need to be nice, so that people will choose their so-called free-market system as opposed to the centrally planned system. So because of that, nowadays there is nothing to restrain capital, and capital is demanding that it should be able to go anywhere and do whatever it likes."

"Only when Islam is interpreted so as to be relevant in a world which is different from what it was 1,400 years ago can Islam be regarded as a religion for all ages."

"Antarctica should remain the heritage of mankind, that its future regime should promote international harmony and not discord, cooperation and not conflict, and that the exploitation of its resources should benefit mankind as a whole."

"The two superpowers and the world cannot afford an escalation in nuclear rearmament. The discussions must go on no matter how difficult."

"The widespread usage of [tariff and non-tariff] measures to protect too many sectors simply cannot have a positive effect on international trade, and consequently on the recovery from this recession. I believe that it is a negative trend, and one that cannot solve any economic problem with any permanence."

"The problems that I have touched upon, respect for sovereignty, territorial integrity, non-interference, self-determination and a fair and equitable economic system could be the basis of a new 'Bill of Rights' for the Third World with the United States as its most ardent advocate."

"There can be no peace in the Middle East for the United States, for the Arabs or for the Israelis, unless and until the basic and inalienable rights of the Palestinian people are restored to them."

"If the small countries of the world that constitute the majority in our comity of nations cannot count on respect for their territorial integrity and sovereignty, then I fear the very basis of the international political system that has evolved is in dire jeopardy."

"Charity is not our objective though sometimes the sheer magnitude of the problems besetting some Third World countries may make this inevitable. Rather, what we seek is a fair and equitable international economic system and principled political behaviour."

"The small Third World countries, the silent majority as it were, must no longer be silent."

"Small though we may be, we intend to actively participate in the political and economic life of the comity of nations in an independent manner."

"Often times we disagree on methods but that should not blind us to the fact that essentially we seek the same objectives: a peaceful and stable international environment based on justice and equality for all nations."

"We pledge to continue this friendly and cooperative relationship for mutual benefits."

"Where we differ in respect to perception or policy, I'm gratified to note that there is a willingness on the part of the United States to achieve closer understanding and cooperation."

"We do not expect handouts in our search for a better tomorrow. What we look for are new areas of cooperation and collaboration, particularly in the area of economy and trade interchange to help us in the realization of our aspirations to be a more self-relying and progressive nation."

"If you were to ask me what is it I would want the United States to do with regard to economic policy, my honest and simple response is for the U.S. economy to get ahead and regain its strength, for the healthier and more vibrant the U.S. economy becomes, the better it will be, not only for the United States and Malaysia but all the developing countries in the world."

"In the fields of investment and trade, the United States continues to be a significant economic partner for us, and most recently in the field of education, there has been a dramatic increase in the number of our students in this country which, I am convinced, will have long-term benefits."

"We have no expectation of each other, and we make no demands on each other, beyond these shared interests and values. The positive aspects of our relationship and our shared interests and values far outweigh these occasional differences."

"Our shared commitments to democratic government and its values, to the free enterprise system and its opportunities, and to the spiritually secure, humane and just society, transcend the gap of physical distance."

"It is my belief that my official visit to the United States will further strengthen the existing ties of mutual respect and cordial friendship which our two countries happily enjoy."

"We hope that we will be able to bequeath a safer, spiritually and economically prosperous and just world to the future generations."

"The international environment is pregnant with possibilities of serious tension, conflicts, even unthinkable catastrophes for mankind."

"My current visit to the United States is aimed at reinforcing this friendly cooperative relationship. I, therefore, look forward to the fresh opportunities during my current visit in Washington to have free and frank exchange of views with President Reagan and members of his Government as well as with other American leaders, including those from the business sector."

"We should not allow that dilemma to be solved politically, especially by people with rather dubious credentials."

"The NICs are never ever going to displace you. They may in a few unsophisticated areas — and this will be to the good. But on the whole they are going to remain relatively backward."

"Some people think we are being quixotic. That is left to be seen."

"Preventing the developing countries from industrialising is not doing anyone any good. Everyone is forced to pay high prices when there is an abundance of everything."

"Many developing countries need aid but a substantial number, and Malaysia is one of them, do not care for aid. They want trade, fair trade."

"To manufacture we must have access to the world market. But we see the access being denied even before we embark on the modest industrialisation programme we have drawn up."

"In the good old days when the world was divided into a number of Empires... the colonised people were given sufficient to survive and no more."

"Not being known in America is actually a good thing — it means that we are peaceful and stable."

"We must sensitise ourselves to the cries of agony of the women and children of Afghanistan, Kampuchea and Lebanon."

"We should be indefatigable in finding a solution to the problem in West Asia. It is our view that nations should lend their support to the Geneva Declaration and Programme of Action on Palestine."

"It is action that is needed. In order to drive home this point, Malaysia is taking various steps to promote mutual cooperation among countries of the South."

"There is a need for all nations to muster the will to put the present world economy in order. The declarations, resolutions and statements emanating from the various economic summits and conferences must be carried into the realm of action."

"Whatever achievements made in the national interest has been due to team effort and to the support and cooperation of the people."

"There is no problem that cannot be solved if the intention to reach compromise without sacrificing principles is present."

"Integrity is the hallmark of corporate success. Without it, whatever initiative you have or progress you make will become meaningless."

"Let us have less bellyaching on the reluctance of others to transfer technology but instead let us focus ourselves on certain areas and concentrate on them."

"If the centre of gravity in world affairs is shifting to our part of the globe, and signs are certainly pointing in that direction, then it is only appropriate that we gear ourselves to take on the responsibilities attached to that shift."

"It is not our intention to transform Malaysians into Japanese, or to give all contracts to the Japanese and Koreans through our Look East Policy. Rather what we have in mind is to encourage Malaysians to adopt the best of what the Japanese and Koreans have practiced in the development of their countries."

"Outside there should be an embargo on all news and comments. Our curiosity will have to remain unassuaged. Everyone must accept that whatever agreement is reached is binding on all."

"Let us forget our Right to Know, our cameras, televisions, analysis, leaks and probings into the souls of the negotiators. Let us give them a free hand to tackle the task of achieving détente."

"Nuclear warhead diplomacy or balance of terror tactics are therefore stupid."

"Today’s equivalent of gunboat diplomacy is the balance of terror. It is quite fantastic to see how the big powers still believe that they can overcome each other with the number and the destructive capacity of the nuclear warheads at their disposal."

"Basically International Security is a human relations problem. It is a problem of how to get along with the other fellow — a fellow whom you cannot bully into accepting you on your terms."

"Diplomacy is not possible now. Long before an envoy arrives to convey a message, the contents are already splashed in half the world’s newspapers."

"The poor countries are close to any one of them [superpowers] not because they care for the patron of the moment, it is simply because they have no choice."

"Guerillas and terrorists are good potential customers. Who cares what these people will do with the weapons? The important thing is volume and foreign exchange earnings."