I sometimes wonder if two thirds of the globe is covered in red carpet.

All the time I feel I must justify my existence.

Do you seriously expect me to be the first Prince of Wales in history not to have a mistress?

Father told me that if I ever met a lady in a dress like yours, I must look her straight in the eyes.

Hong Kong has created one of the most successful societies on Earth.

I learned the way a monkey learns - by watching its parents.

Something as curious as the monarchy won't survive unless you take account of people's attitudes. After all, if people don't want it, they won't have it.

The whole imposing edifice of modern medicine is like the celebrated tower of Pisa - slightly off balance.

Your greatest achievement is to love me.

I believe passionately that everyone has a particular God-given ability.