Q: The storm caused by the abuses of Iraqi POWs and prisoners by US and British military personnel is spreading. Many countries have called for a thorough investigation. What is China's stand on that?

        A: The abuses of Iraqi POWs and prisoners by US and British military personnel are shocking. China condemns such violations of international conventions. We call for a thorough investigation into it and those responsible should be punished according to law. The United States and Britain should abide by the Geneva Conventions and other international conventions, and earnestly protect the basic human rights of Iraqi POWs and prisoners.