The international system is inherently competitive, and states are constantly trying to outmaneuver each other.

I’m not afraid of dying, I’m afraid of not trying.

没有森林，文明将会消亡。

The only man who behaves sensibly is my tailor; he takes my measure anew every time he sees me, while all the rest go on with their old measurements.

The task of diplomacy is to extend the time for decision.

世界是一个美丽的地方，但它有它的荆棘。