China on Thursday called on all sides to maintain restraint and patience to find a comprehensive, long-term and proper solution to the Iran's nuclear issue.
"China welcomes the working plan reached by Iran and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) and hopes Iran will work with IAEA to realize the plan," said Foreign Ministry spokesperson Jiang Yu.
The realization of the working plan would help the international community to rebuild confidence in Iran's plans for the peaceful use of nuclear energy, and promote a peaceful solution to the Iran's nuclear issue, Jiang told a regular press conference.
On Aug. 21, Iran and the IAEA agreed on a working plan to clarify outstanding ambiguities over Tehran's nuclear program. The United States and other Western countries have accused Iran of trying to develop atomic weapons under a civilian cover, but Iran denies the accusation, saying it just wants to generate electricity.
Iranian government special envoy, Minister of the Interior Mostafa Pour-Mohammadi is visiting China on Sep. 13 and 14. Jiang said the special envoy would meet Chinese officials to discuss bilateral ties and issues of common concern.
"Negotiation is the best way to solve Iran's nuclear issue, as it conforms to the common interests of the international community," Jiang said.
