I always say that modernization is not an abstract thing; its a very specific task.

Those who play badminton well take decisions quickly.

If the Americans like to eat GMO products, let them eat it then. We don't need to do that; we have enough space and opportunities to produce organic food.

When you borrow money, you should always think how you're going to pay it back.

Unsolvable problems do not exist. Any crisis is a combination of specific tasks to be worked on. The government has the experience and reserves to overcome the economic downturn

Legal reform in Russia is a must. And I keep track of it daily.

When I get into a bad mood, I do sports and then everythings OK. And then I go and make decisions, however painful they may be.

The devaluation of words and promises regarding free enterprise is, in principle, worse than the devaluation of the rouble

We must learn to succeed in conditions of low fuel and energy prices

[Global-warming debate] some kind of tricky campaign made up by some commercial structures to promote their business projects.

Demand for grain in the world today is a more stable trend than demand for energy. Russia is a major grain exporter and can consolidate its positions

Breath is the bridge that connects us with the mysteries of the universe and universal consciousness.

Perhaps people who don't value other people's time are actually reflecting a misunderstanding they have themselves

Freedom means choosing your burden.

A philosopher goes where the truth leads and has no patience with mere emotion.

In China, we don't have any contemporary art museums. Until a few years ago, we didn't even have a gallery.

Is there life before death? - that is the question!

I want to give people easy things to wear.

The most important quality I look for in a player is accountability. You've got to be accountable for who you are. It's too easy to blame things on someone else.

It's kind of condoned in our society: There are things that an abusive mate could get away with with their partner that they could not with a stranger.

If you don't try and force it, a song will find the proper moment to come to life.