Aung San Suu Kyi

Myanmar democracy leader

Contemporary influential 187 sayings

Sayings by Aung San Suu Kyi

I am not a human rights activist. I am a politician.

2013 — Interview with France 24
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Democracy is not just about elections. It's about the rule of law and human rights.

2012 — Speech in London
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The international community should not forget the difficulties we face.

2017 — Interview with NHK
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We are a country that has been under military rule for a very long time.

2012 — Interview with BBC
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We are trying our best to address the situation in Rakhine State.

2017 — Speech in Naypyidaw
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The people of Myanmar deserve peace and prosperity.

2016 — Speech in Naypyidaw
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I hope that the international community will understand our difficulties.

2017 — Interview with Reuters
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We are working towards national reconciliation.

2016 — Speech in Naypyidaw
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The most important thing is to have trust among different communities.

2017 — Interview with Al Jazeera
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I am confident that we will overcome all challenges.

2016 — Speech in Naypyidaw
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We need to ensure that all people in Myanmar live in peace and harmony.

2017 — Speech in Naypyidaw
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I would like to thank the international community for their support.

2016 — Speech in Naypyidaw
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We are working towards a democratic federal union.

2016 — Speech in Naypyidaw
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We need to build a society where there is justice for all.

2016 — Speech in Naypyidaw
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I have always believed in the power of non-violence.

1991 — Book: Freedom from Fear
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The most important thing is to have a good relationship with our neighbors.

2015 — Interview with Xinhua
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We want to ensure that all citizens have equal rights.

2016 — Speech in Naypyidaw
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I am committed to the democratic transition of Myanmar.

2016 — Speech in Naypyidaw
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We need to address the root causes of conflict.

2016 — Speech in Naypyidaw
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We want to build a better future for our children.

2016 — Speech in Naypyidaw
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