Chinese Foreign Minister Li
Zhaoxing in Beijing on Wednesday that it is still possible to
solve Iran's nuclear issue within the framework of the
International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).
"The days before the March 6 meeting of the IAEA are crucial,"
Li said at a press conference.
Also present at the press conference was visiting German Foreign
Minister Frank-Walter Steinmeier.
Li appealed to the international community to be calm,
restrained and patient and show flexibility in creating necessary
conditions for the resumption of nuclear negotiations between
Europe and Iran.
China is opposed to the proliferation of nuclear weapons and
advocates safeguarding the international non-proliferation system,
Li said, adding that China hopes to help solve the Iran nuclear
issue through diplomatic means.
(Xinhua News Agency February 23, 2006)