If our commitment to remain an open society is one of the pillars of our nationhood, the other is our commitment to remain an open economy. An economy that guarantees the freedom of enterprise, respects individual creativity, and at the same time mobilizes public investment for social infrastructure and the development of human capabilities. Indeed, it would be no exaggeration to suggest that these are the principles to which all countries will increasingly want to adhere. In relating to the world, we must never lose sight of this vital aspect of our Nationhood.

As quoted in "Speech by Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh at India Today Conclave, New Delhi", Ministry of External Affairs (India) (25 February 2005)

Speech by Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh at India Today Conclave, New Delhi[mea.gov.in]