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FM Spokeswoman on Iraq and Palestine-Israel Issues

A political solution to the problem of Iraq's alleged weapons of mass destruction is still possible by implementing UN Security Council Resolution 1441, said Chinese Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Zhang Qiyue on Tuesday.


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A political solution to the problem of Iraq's alleged weapons of mass destruction is still possible by implementing UN Security Council Resolution 1441, said Chinese Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Zhang Qiyue on Tuesday.

She said the international community hoped to solve the problem within the framework of the United Nations, and China had repeatedly urged Iraq to observe the UN resolutions comprehensively, earnestly and strictly.

She also called for efforts from all parties concerned to ensure a peaceful solution of the issue.

The declaration by the European Union on Iraq's disarmament showed clearly its hope of solving the problem peacefully, she said.

Zhang said Resolution 1441 stated clearly the conditions for weapons inspections, so inspections should continue according to the resolution. For the Security Council to decide its next move, discussion and consultation by its members are necessary, she said.

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Zhang Qiyue said Tuesday China has noticed that recently Palestinian-Israeli tensions have eased and both sides have made some political contacts. China hopes that Palestine and Israel continue to take positive and effective measures to stop violence, and create favourable conditions for resuming peace talks as soon as possible.

The spokeswoman also said that the US Secretary of State Colin Powell is to pay a visit to China. The timetable is still under discussion.


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