Farmers are the only indispensable people on the face of the earth.

The common wish of the international community is for peace instead of war.

China is very concerned about the Iranian nuclear issue.

We want harmonious development, ... We should work together for more democratic and law-based international relations, and a harmonious environment in which countries respect one another, treat one another as equals, and different cultures can emulate and interchange with each other.

The Chinese nation has always pursued a life in harmony with other nations despite differences.

Beijing would indeed consider vetoing any American effort to sanction Iran at the Security Council.

China always urges that no use or threat of sanctions should be allowed in international relations.