China says talks best way to solve Iran nuclear issue

Talks remain the best way to solve the Iran nuclear issue, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Qin Gang said on Tuesday, after Iran announced plans to expand uranium enrichment in defiance of international pressure.

Iran announced plans on Sunday to build 10 new uranium enrichment plants in a big expansion of its atomic program, two days after the UN nuclear watchdog rebuked it for carrying out such work in secret. Qin also urged all sides to "intensify diplomatic efforts seeking a resolution." (Reuters)