BEIJING, March 7 (Xinhuanet) -- The Iran nuclear issue should be resolved through diplomatic channels and negotiation, Chinese Foreign Minister Li Zhaoxing said here Tuesday.

　　Li said there is still room for resolving the Iran nuclear issue under the framework of the International Atomic Energy Agency, and the international community should not give up efforts toward this goal.

　　He called on all parties concerned to remain calm, patient and flexible to seek a diplomatic solution.