I was forced to come into politics because Saakashvili had destroyed the opposition. I had a choice either to leave the country, because it was dangerous to live here, or to go into politics. — Bidzina Ivanishvili Copy Share Image
I would like to become the prime minister, do the job for two years, and then leave and devote myself to public work. — Bidzina Ivanishvili Copy Share Image
Since the whole village was poor, we didnt realize our own poverty. I was happy. — Bidzina Ivanishvili Copy Share Image
I've never been an oligarch. The definition of an oligarch is someone who has co-operated with the government, and I never did. — Bidzina Ivanishvili Copy Share Image
I may not be a politician, but I will fight to the end of my life for what I believe in. — Bidzina Ivanishvili Copy Share Image
Europe and America should judge Georgia's leadership on the basis of their actions, not just their words and promises. Otherwise Saakashvili will transform Georgia… — Bidzina Ivanishvili Copy Share Image
The economy is governed through cartel agreements and monopoly. The attorney general is the one who's controlling funds. There is no free business in… — Bidzina Ivanishvili Copy Share Image
I had to choose: Either leave the country, where it's become dangerous for me, or go on the offensive. — Bidzina Ivanishvili Copy Share Image
Our policy is European and Euro-Atlantic integration. There is no substitute for NATO. — Bidzina Ivanishvili Copy Share
I was forced to come into politics because Saakashvili had destroyed the opposition. I had a choice either to leave the country, because it… — Bidzina Ivanishvili Copy Share Image
It was not my wish to come into politics. I was not a public person; I preferred to spend my birthdays with family and… — Bidzina Ivanishvili Copy Share Image
