Speaking to Mehr’s press, China’s ambassador Zhong Peiwu reiterated Beijing’s opposition to us and Western efforts to spark a snapback mechanism against Iran.
“We note the Iranian declaration that we have never sought nuclear weapons, and at the same time we respect Iran’s right to peaceful use of nuclear energy,” he said.
Describing Iran’s nuclear file as a “complex issue,” he emphasized that the only viable advances are political dialogue and diplomacy.
“As a responsible country that has consistently supported Iran’s nuclear issue resolution, we are stressing that China must once again resolve the case through negotiation,” the ambassador added.
He further said Beijing would oppose pressure and sanctions. He emphasized that sanctions that contradict the interests of all parties have no consequences. “China will continue to play a constructive role in helping this issue arrive at a solution through dialogue and cooperation,” he asserted.
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