China Daily and 11 other media groups have united to ask the world to suggest questions, which may be presented to the premier when he meets the press on March 18.

On democracy

Government officials must live with the common people and understand them. This way officials can develop opportunities for the people and make them strong and smart. Officials must talk to the common people and listen to their complaints and work with them to develop solutions. This is real democracy.

Kuan

US

On defense

China has every right to spend more to upgrade her military. A militarily strong China will ensure that no one can ever think of bullying her. China annually only spends 1.6 percent of its GDP on arms, while Japan and the US spend 2.6 percent and 5 percent respectively. Which country is in a better position to complain about arms?

Aussie

Australia

On rules

Premier, I watch you and have heard that you have cried after hearing bad news from China when visiting other countries.

You must be so tired!

You should improve the rules of governance, as well as the quality of governors so they will do their duties. Then you need not be so tired.

Xindeng

Guangdong

On harmony

I am not Chinese, but I am impressed by China's reform and achievements.

The idea of having a harmonious society is wonderful because it invokes heaven. Since the planet has been traveling around the sun, people have wished for better lives, but no one has delivered. Today I can hear and see it from China's leaders.

Nguyen

US

(China Daily March 17, 2008)