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" It so happens, in Malaysia, the people who are in a way not doing as well constitute the majority of the people - the Bumiputeras. "

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" The stabilising power of economic union was one of the reasons the E.U. was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize. "

" The disappearance of MH370 has tested our collective resolve. "

" It's very alarming to see what's happening in the Muslim world. And it's about time we come to our senses and realize that moderation is the only path that will ensure peace and stability for the Muslim world, and for the wider world. "

" We can transform the government and the economy, as well as democracy, in Malaysia. "

" I would argue that Asean has been instrumental in driving both economic growth and political development, and that there can be no clearer example than its relations with Myanmar. "

" If you say something that undermines the stability of the country, then you have to be held accountable. "

" After choosing monetary union, further political union and workable governance in Europe was always going to be necessary. "

" The Arab awakening was driven by youth, organized by technology, and fired by a hunger for political change. "

" You must make sure that the majority of the people are not marginalized. "

" My priority is to ensure peace and harmony in Malaysia. That is uppermost in my mind. "

" People willy-nilly borrow for consumption. Civil servants willy-nilly borrow for consumption and then wonder why they don't have enough money at the end of the month. "

" I'm quite an advocate of free trade. "

" Prostitution and corruption are two things that mankind has had to live with for so long. "

" In any society, there will be the whole spectrum of views. You will get the extremists on the far right and also the far left. "

" Instead of passing on choppy waters to the next generation, we should endeavor to leave them a calmer sea. "

" Economic progress and better education have directly resulted in the birth of a class of voters who are better informed, very demanding and highly critical. "

" We have lost a lot of ground to the extremists in the Middle East. "

" I am concerned if 25 percent of Americans think that President Obama is a Muslim. I mean, it's obviously a lack of knowledge. But also, it's for the Muslims as well, you know, because a small numbers of Muslims have really painted a very negative image of Islam. "

" Together we will act to bring about national reconciliation, secure Malaysia's economic future, and build a stronger, more harmonious society. "

" You should allow professors to become really outstanding academicians, recognised worldwide, and you should reward them. "

" In the space of one lifetime, the Internet has opened up opportunities that were previously inconceivable. "

" For many years, Myanmar's leadership was largely shut out from the world of international diplomacy. "

" Many young Muslims see no opportunities for themselves and do not feel they have control over their lives or a stake in their nation's future. Such pessimism leads to disengagement. We risk losing a generation of young Muslims to apathy and extremism. "

" Giving subsidies is a two-edged sword. Once you give it, it's very hard to take away subsidies. There's a political cost to taking away subsidies. "

" As a leader of a majority-Muslim nation, I believe Islamic countries must better understand what young people aspire to. "

" Don't gamble the future of your children and Malaysia; think and contemplate because your vote will determine not only the future of the country but also your grandchildren. "

" I keep on saying, being moderate is fundamental to Islam. "

" The word 'change' has been abused so many times. "

" I've made Umno more democratic, more inclusive. Of course, by doing that, I'm putting myself at risk. "