China regrets DPRK reactor reopening

China has reacted with regret at the news that the DPRK will restart a closed nuclear reactor. The DPRK said Tuesday it has decided to restart operations at the Yongbyon nuclear complex. A statement carried by the country’s KNCA news agency said the move would bolster the DPRK’s nuclear forces in quality and quantity. Foreign Ministry spokesman Hong Lei said at a press conference Tuesday, that China regretted the reopening and called on all sides to return to dialogue.
Hong Lei, spokesman of Chinese Foreign Ministry, said:"China regrets the DPRK’s decision. China has constantly advocated denuclearizing the Korean Peninsula and maintaining peace and stability in the peninsula and northeast Asia. The situation on the peninsula is complicated and sensitive. We are calling for all parties concerned to remain calm and restrained, return to dialogue and consultation as soon as possible and jointly seek ways to appropriately resolve the issue."