Korean talks offer degree of optimism in region

The head of North Korean delegation Ri Son Gwon, center, arrives at the Panmunjom in the Demilitarized Zone in Paju, South Korea.

The head of North Korean delegation Ri Son Gwon, center, arrives at the Panmunjom in the Demilitarized Zone in Paju, South Korea. Source: AAP

The first official meeting between North and South Korea in more than two years has ended on a largely positive note.


The two sides have agreed to hold future talks, and the North says it will send a delegation to the upcoming South Korean-hosted Winter Olympics.




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Korean talks offer degree of optimism in region | SBS Vietnamese