Beijing, China - March 2, 2026 (CCTV - No access Chinese mainland)
1. Various of press briefing in progress, reporters
2. SOUNDBITE (Chinese) Mao Ning, spokeswoman, Ministry of Foreign Affairs:
"As of March 2, Beijing time, more than 3,000 Chinese citizens have evacuated from Iran. Chinese embassies and consulates in countries neighboring Iran have dispatched work groups to border crossings to provide assistance to Chinese citizens evacuating from Iran. In light of the current serious security situation in Iran, we once again solemnly remind Chinese citizens in Iran to take greater precautions and evacuate safely as soon as possible. If assistance is needed, please contact the Chinese Embassy or consulates in Iran or dial the 12308 consular protection hotline."
3. Various of reporters

More than 3,000 Chinese citizens have evacuated from Iran, said foreign ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning at a press briefing in Beijing on Monday.

She made the statement in response to a media inquiry regarding the grave security situation in Iran and China's actions.

"As of March 2, Beijing time, more than 3,000 Chinese citizens have evacuated from Iran. Chinese embassies and consulates in countries neighboring Iran have dispatched work groups to border crossings to provide assistance to Chinese citizens evacuating from Iran. In light of the current serious security situation in Iran, we once again solemnly remind Chinese citizens in Iran to take greater precautions and evacuate safely as soon as possible. If assistance is needed, please contact the Chinese Embassy or consulates in Iran or dial the 12308 consular protection hotline," said Mao.