“By 2050, the Australian population is expected to grow from 22 million...” — Kevin Rudd Quote

“By 2050, the Australian population is expected to grow from 22 million to 36 million. That increase alone will put huge pressure on our towns and our cities. We will need more homes, more roads, more rail lines, more hospitals, more schools, just to accommodate so many Australians.”

“So in terms of the global economic footprint, let's just say China within the next decade and a bit is likely to emerge as the world's largest economy. Obviously its foreign policy and security policy footprint increases and that creates both challenges and opportunities for us all.”

“Obama sought a strategy of accommodating our enemies, even if they weren't so willing to accommodate us.”

“If the United States and China can accommodate each other on a broad range of issues, the prospects for stability in Asia will be greatly increased.”

“Since I am a turbaned Sardar, I can only play Sardar roles. Either that or producers should be willing to alter the script to accommodate my physical appearance. But I won't call this a restriction.”