India and the U.S. stand together in upholding an international rules-based system that has benefited all nations.
— Sushma Swaraj
India's engagement with the ASEAN region lies in the clarity of the principles that we share.
When two friends sit together, what do they want? They want to talk their hearts out to each other, share what they feel.
It is necessary that we eliminate the scourge of terrorism in all its forms, without any discrimination, and end the ecosystem of its support.
Protectionism in all its forms should be rejected, and efforts should be made to discipline measures that constitute barriers to trade.
BRICS meetings are keenly watched world over, and our decisions have profound impact globally.
Right from the college day, I was in politics.
None from my family was in politics. I am a first-generation politician.
I cannot tell a lie, and I'm very straightforward. Sometimes this hurts people. I've wondered if I should change, but I feel more comfortable about myself this way.
I have already disassociated myself from my husband's views.
Electorates need a simple MLA, even if the person is a big leader.
Democracy cannot be imagined without Lok Sabha and Vidhan Sabha, and they cannot be imagined without MPs and MLAs.
Abduction of Father Tom Uzhunnalil is a matter of grave concern for us.
As a mature and responsible nation, one of India's foreign policy interests is to evolve a regional architecture based on the twin principles of shared security and shared prosperity.
If we have to save the world from the adverse effects of climate change, then developed nations must lift the deprived with financial and technical resources.
The U.N. cannot be run by the 'I.' It only works by the 'We.'
I have toured my constituency maximum number of times as a member of the Lok Sabha among the MPs from Madhya Pradesh.
Our North East region will prosper when it is better connected to South East Asia, and when the North East becomes our bridge to South East Asia, we will be closer to realising our hopes for India and ASEAN ties.
Our diaspora provides a platform for a stronger relationship between India and ASEAN countries.
Development of seamless physical connectivity is key for achieving regional growth, employment, and prosperity.
An environment of peace and security is essential for regional cooperation to progress and achieve economic development and prosperity of our people.
We believe that economic globalisation should be more open, inclusive, equitable, and balanced for mutual benefits.
Ensuring that the benefits of globalisation are shared widely remains a challenge.
I was born in Ambala Cantt., but my parents belong to Palwal.
I am not afraid of anything, even death.
The unhappiest memories are of losing my mother when I was 14. Alter six months, my father remarried. The thought that somebody was taking the place of my mother was unacceptable. It is sad because, after that, my father also changed.
Formation of alignments for governments are done by our central parliamentary board and not locally.
This is the era of television and media. If you do not raise issues, then people say that the MLA does not speak in the House. You have to play an effective role in the assembly. Raise issues related to your area.
Peace is a pre-requisite for development.
To enhance ease of doing business, the government has taken multiple steps to simplify procedures, rationalise rules, and increased use of technology.
Who can be a greater transgressor of human rights than a terrorist?
The U.N. is biggest platform for all nations. But slowly, its significance, effect, dignity, and use is being reduced. We should worry that we don't meet the same fate as League of Nations. Their descent was caused as they were not ready for reform. We shouldn't repeat that mistake.
If the U.N. is ineffective, the whole concept of multilateralism will collapse.
I can go to foreign countries, but following the advice of the doctors to stay away from dust, I am unable to visit Vidisha, as mostly it comprises of rural areas only.
We believe that when all nations adhere to international rules and norms and when we conduct on the basis of sovereign equality and mutual respect, our nations feel secure, and our economies prosper.
If there is an interpreter sitting between two friends, he may be able to translate the words but not the feelings with which I say something.
The world is moving ahead to become more integrated and connected, where movement of goods and people is becoming easier with each passing day.
The SCO countries have been connected historically through shared commonalities, which we are constantly rejuvenating.
India is committed to working with SCO to strengthen our economic and investment ties.
The India-China relationship is an important relationship for both of our countries.
I come from a RSS family. My father was a strong supporter of the RSS, and he was a swayamsewak of the Palwal Shakha.
My best and most trustworthy friend is my husband. I trust him more than I trust myself.
My husband is an opposition MP. Our political alliance may have fallen through, but our matrimonial alliance is intact.
When you are in election mode, you are focused only on winning.
People can overlook any shortcoming, but they will not tolerate arrogance.
National security, both internal and external, is a challenge.
These are important markers in our engagement with South East Asia, in enhancing our strategic ties with ASEAN across 3 Cs. These 3 Cs are commerce, connectivity, and culture.
The world's biggest challenge comes from the threats of climate change and terrorism. In India's case, terrorism is not bred in some faraway land but from across our border.
India believes that the world is a family, and the best means of resolution is shared discourse. A family is shaped by love and is not transactional; a family is nurtured by consideration, not greed; a family believes in harmony not jealousy.
Reform cannot be cosmetic.
