AFP: What comment does China have on Iran’s comment that it is “working with China and Russia” to prevent the E3 from invoking the UN Security Council “snapback” mechanism? How is China helping Iran exactly?

Lin Jian: China stays committed to peacefully resolving the Iranian nuclear issue through political and diplomatic means, opposes invoking Security Council “snapback” sanctions and believes that it does not help parties build trust and bridge differences and is not conducive to the diplomatic effort for the early resumption of talks.

Any moves taken by the Security Council now should help reach new agreements in talks, instead of the opposite. China will uphold an objective and just attitude, continue to promote talks for peace, play a constructive role for bringing the Iranian nuclear issue back on the track of diplomatic negotiations at an early date, earnestly safeguard the international nuclear non-proliferation regime, and promote peace and stability in the Middle East.

Reuters: Reuters has learned that India is looking for easier access to Chinese rare earth magnets and the issue is likely to come up in talks between Indian and Chinese leaders on the sidelines of SCO summit. Could we confirm the matter, please?

Lin Jian: I’d refer you to competent authorities for specifics.