There is no conflict between favouring Islamic and traditional values and being more open and international.

The development of our human resources is an area in which we need to do well as it is decisive in determining the success of our diversification programme.

We are considering various ways of making use of our oil and gas downstream industries. This is to be complemented with the import of oil and gas from other sources as raw materials.

Today, bilateral relations with Britain are excellent, with cooperation in many areas and both countries continuing to work on strengthening these ties.

Brunei Darussalam is one of the oldest kingdoms in South East Asia.

As a small country, both in size and population, our future hinges on the quality of our people.

We need foreign skills to stay competitive.

Theory states that Allahs law is cruel and unfair, but Allah himself has said that his law is indeed fair.

We are increasing our efforts to attract the right kind of foreign investors through our various agencies.

The level of our educational development is high and serves as a strong basis for our future progress.

Our strength in finance has led us to set up an international financial centre with medium and long-term objectives, especially to develop Islamic financial and insurance services.

The best lies were always mixed with truth.

Trust is the action of faith.

It’s unfortunate really—how everyone can live on the same soil yet not even know the first thing about their neighbors.

Time is the rider that breaks youth.

My best score ever was 103, but I've only been playing 15 years.

I will never forget my time with Athletic Club and I'd like to thank the fans and staff for all their support and, above all, wish all my fantastic former team-mates all the best for the future.

I think I'm going to cry, this is crazy." "No, you're just processing. Go ahead and cry." "I thought men got nervous around crying females." "I'm a Marine, remember? We're trained to handle anything.

We had a love-hate relationship. Jackie knew exactly what she could get out of one of my photos.

Not for no cold did freeze, Nor any cloud beguile Th'eternal flowering spring

When you're ready to stop, stop. If you have presented all the facts and made the point you want to make, look for the nearest exit.