Chinese Premier Li Keqiang speaks at a press conference after the closing meeting of the third session of the 12th National People's Congress (NPC) at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, capital of China, March 15, 2015. [Dong Ning/China.org.cn]

Just as shoes must suit the feet, our administration must meet people's needs and deliver benefits well.

--In introducing the new steps to be taken this year to streamline administration

In "Weiqi," a kind of chessboard game invented by the Chinese, one needs to both plan with a wide view and get the key moves right. When it comes to China's economy, we must maintain steady growth and also make structural adjustments -- this way we will be able to handle the complex situation. This requires that we have a vision, perseverance and courage. I have confidence that, with joint efforts, we will be able to maintain the long-term positive fundamentals of the overall Chinese economy.

--In answering the question on how he views the "new normal" model

I believe there are a lot of people with real talents and we must lift all the restrictions so that they can bring their talents to best use.

Low-rent spaces should be available -- to add wings to the entrepreneurial spirit of our people.

--In explaining the reason why the government should spend a lot of time and energy paving the way for the people to tap their entrepreneurship