"Democracy is not just about elections. It's about the rule of law and human rights."

"I would like to be seen as a politician, not just as a symbol."

"Peace and a federal democratic union are closely intertwined and that's why we need to change the constitution. The most important thing is national reconciliation."

"I believe in the power of dialogue."

"It could not be ruled out that the Tatmadaw had used disproportionate force... while also suggesting that 'surely, under the circumstances, genocidal intent cannot be the only hypothesis'."