China supports Iran holding nuclear talks with the United States, Foreign Minister Wang Yi told his visiting Iranian counterpart on Wednesday, as the two top diplomats chastised America for its foreign policy.
During their meeting in Beijing, Wang and Abbas Araghchi criticised the US for its “abuse of tariffs” and “bullying” conduct, according to a read-out from the Chinese foreign ministry.
“China has always been committed to a political and diplomatic solution to the Iranian nuclear issue and is opposed to resorting to force and illegal unilateral sanctions at every turn,” said Wang.
Araghchi came to Beijing at Wang’s invitation and ahead of a third round of nuclear talks between Tehran and Washington due to take place in Oman on Saturday.
The senior ministers were said to have held an “in-depth exchange of views” on the latest developments on Iran’s nuclear situation.
Wang said China appreciated Iran’s commitment not to develop nuclear weapons, respected the country’s right to the peaceful use of nuclear energy and supported its dialogue with all parties, including the US.
