Spokesman Liu Jianchao said at a regular press conference China holds that the postwar reconstruction of Iraq should be conducted within the framework of the United Nations, and "China is also willing to take part in it."

When asked for the specific measures China would take in this regard, Liu said China will be open to any measure, provided it benefits both the Iraqi people and the restoration of peace and stability in Iraq.

China is willing to improve communication and coordination with all parties, said Liu, adding that it will offer its consideration at the appropriate time.

Liu also said China emphasizes that the international community should respect Iraq's sovereignty and territorial integrity, Iraqi people's will and choice, the reasonable concerns of all Iraq's neighboring countries as well as all countries' legitimate interests in Iraq.

China Stresses Political Sincerity, Int’l Support in DPRK Nuclear Talks

Political aspiration and sincerity from relevant parties and encouragement and support from the international community are required for the dialogue on the nuclear issue in the Korean Peninsula, Liu said at the press conference.

The nuclear issue has to be resolved peacefully through dialogue, a principle on which the Chinese side has all along been making active and constructive efforts, the spokesman said.

(Source from Xinhua News Agency, April 18, 2003)