We believe that there is room within the IAEA to resolve this. Iran should give up uranium enrichment, but others should remain calm and patient.

China believes that using diplomatic means within the framework of the Agency (IAEA) to resolve the Iranian nuclear issue is conducive to peace and stability in the region concerned, is conducive to safeguarding the international non-proliferation regime, and is in line with the fundamental interests of all parties.

Iran has removed the seals from a uranium enrichment plant and therefore urgent consultations are needed.

It is extremely regrettable that Iran restarted uranium enrichment activities despite calls (not to do so) from the international community, including Japan.

I think the uranium enrichment program is the 800-pound gorilla in the negotiating room. You can't solve a problem if you deny that it exists or if you wish it away.

We've made it very clear that Iran must not be allowed to engage in any enrichment and processing activity within its own territories.