Turkmenistan's Saparmurat Niyazov

I have ordered the construction of a new monument to the Ruhnama. It will be the tallest in the world.

I have ordered the construction of a new university, named after me, of course.

I have ordered the construction of a new zoo. It will have all the animals of the world.

The Turkmen national anthem is the most beautiful anthem in the world. It is a work of art.

I have ordered the construction of a new television tower, the tallest in Central Asia.

I have ordered the construction of a new railway line, connecting all parts of Turkmenistan.

I have ordered the construction of a new monument to the Turkmen horse. The horse is a symbol of our strength.

I have ordered the construction of a new national park, a place of beauty and tranquility.

I have ordered the construction of a new sports complex, to promote healthy living.

I have ordered the construction of a new hospital, with the latest medical equipment.

I have ordered the construction of a new cultural center, to preserve our rich heritage.

I have ordered the construction of a new monument to neutrality. Neutrality is our strength.

I have ordered the construction of a new botanical garden, with plants from all over the world.

I have ordered the construction of a new monument to the Turkmen flag. The flag is a symbol of our independence.

I have ordered the construction of a new monument to the Turkmen family. The family is the foundation of our society.

I have ordered the construction of a new monument to the Turkmen worker. The worker is the strength of our nation.

I will give everyone a pension. Whoever is older than 62, will receive a pension.

I came to the conclusion that we need to write a new alphabet. It will be Latin, but with our own specific letters. Our children will learn it faster.

We have chosen the path of neutrality, and this means we must not interfere in the affairs of other countries, and other countries must not interfere in our affairs. We are like a flower in the desert, beautiful and alone.

I don't think I'm a dictator. I'm a leader. I'm the father of the nation. I'm a good father.