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China stresses diplomatic effort in Iran nuclear issue

(Xinhua)
Updated: 2010-03-09 20:57
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BEIJING - China reaffirmed on Tuesday that dialogue and consultation were the best method of resolving the Iran nuclear issue and should not be abandoned lightly.

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"There is still room for diplomatic moves," said Foreign Ministry spokesman Qin Gang at a regular press conference.

He said China had always advocated resolving the issue through peaceful means, which was in the interests of all parties.

"China has played a responsible role on the Iran nuclear issue and will continue to keep in touch with all sides for the resolution of the issue," he said.

In response to a question on China's crude oil imports from Iran, Qin said it was for Chinese oil companies and Iran to decide how much and when crude oil would be imported.
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