Dr. Hasan di Tiro talked about the history of Acheh: where it has to be and what still needs to be done before respect for human dignity and individual freedom will ever have a chance in his homeland. The documents he brought with him and discussed, as well as his insights about them and the present situation faced by Acheh were presented in a dynamic and insightful manner. He shared his knowledge and believes generously and with sincerity.

The impression he made was one of an unmistakably strong character who has dedicated his life to fighting for freedom against all odds — with little regard for the deadly peril his stance would place him in should he fall into the hands of Indonesia. Physically, his has a level of energy and spirit that few men or women in their seventies could ever begin to approach.