"All these methods have proved effective and can be promoted."

Chinese Minister of Commerce Chen Deming, applauding restaurants that fight food waste by serving smaller portions and by rewarding diners who clean their plates or take home leftovers

"Keep yourself fresh, and you won't hit the expiration date."

Veteran singer-actress Karen Mok, promoting her first English-language jazz album at the age of 43

"We are in the White House right now, which is like, 'Mama, I made it!'"

Miami Heat star Lebron James, as the NBA champions were hosted by US President Barack Obama

"We believe strongly that the world is big enough for a lot of nations to be important players. That is certainly true of China."

Hillary Clinton, speaking at a global online forum during her last week as US secretary of state

(China Daily 02/03/2013 page1)