China renews warning on U.S. arms sales to Taiwan

China on Thursday again warned the United States of the severe consequences caused by its arms sales to Taiwan, saying the move will undermine Sino-U.S. cooperation.

"China firmly opposes arms sales to Taiwan by the United States. Our stance is consistent and clear," said Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Jiang Yu at a regular news briefing. Full story

China urges diplomacy instead of sanctions on Iran

China on Thursday called for accelerated diplomacy to resolve the Iran nuclear issue, saying sanctions cannot fundamentally end the standoff.

"We hope the parties involved will not drop diplomatic efforts, but adopt more flexible policies to seek a proper resolution of the issue," said Foreign Ministry spokesperson Jiang Yu at a regular press briefing. Full story

Special envoy to attend inauguration of Mozambique president-elect

China's Minister of Commerce Chen Deming, as the special envoy of the Chinese government, will attend the inauguration of Mozambique's president-elect Armando Guebuza from Jan. 13 to 14 at the invitation of Mozambique's government.

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Jiang Yu made the announcement in Beijing Thursday. Full story

German FM to visit China

German Vice Chancellor and Federal Minister for Foreign Affairs Guido Westerwelle will pay a working visit to China from Jan. 15 to 16 at the invitation of Chinese Foreign Minister Yang Jiechi.

Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Jiang Yu made the announcement at a regular press conference Thursday afternoon.