The whole conviction of my life now rests upon the belief that loneliness, far from being a rare and curious phenomenon, peculiar to myself and to a few other solitary men, is the central and inevitable fact of human existence.

It's a terrible thing to be alone—yes it is—but it's also terrible to be with people and still feel alone.

The Belt and Road construction should adhere to the principle of extensive consultation, joint contribution and shared benefits.