We've always had a dual role in the region - friend of Israel, and honest broker. We've given up the honest broker role completely. Chris Matthews
The world powers established this filthy bacteria, the Zionist regime [Israel], which is lashing out at the nations in the region like a wild beast. Mahmoud Ahmadinejad
It is for the people of Asia to run the affairs of Asia, solve the problems of Asia and uphold the security of Asia. The people of Asia have the capability and wisdom to achieve peace and stability in the region through enhanced cooperation. Xi Jinping
Plague was plague, and could not be treated lightly. And this plague was obviously worse than most, having killed everyone in the region. Kim Stanley Robinson
Kosovo today is closer to Europe than other countries in the region of South Eastern Europe. Ibrahim Rugova
I am firmly convinced that, in future years, China and India will join hands in playing a more active role in maintaining peace and stability in the region and the world at large and make due contribution to the cause of human progress and development. Li Peng