Zhang Yan Nuclear Quotations

China believes that the continuation of the diplomatic efforts remains the wise option for the solution of the Iranian nuclear issue.

With regard to North Korea's claim to the right to use peaceful nuclear power, under the relevant provisions of the (NPT) ... it is or should be entitled to enjoy those rights,

This commitment has never changed and will remain unchanged in the future. That's an important policy and stance of China on the issue of nuclear weapons.

In this sense, if a country joins the treaty and accepts the supervision of safety guarantee by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), it has the right to use nuclear power peacefully.

The Iranian nuclear issue is at a critical juncture.

The Chinese Government has solemnly declared that it would not be the first to use nuclear weapons at any time and in any circumstance,