North and South Korea agree to talks

North Korea on Thursday, June 6, proposed talks with South Korea on a wide range of issues, from reopening a shuttered joint industrial complex to resuming cross-border family reunions. The surprise proposal, carried in a statement from the Committee for the Peaceful Reunification of Korea (CPRK), followed months of military tensions triggered by the North’s nuclear test in February. The CPRK, did not specify at what level the talks should take place, but said the venue and date “can be set to the convenience of the South side.” Initial subjects for discussion would be the future of the Kaesong joint industrial zone and the possible resumption of cross-border tours to the North’s Mount Kumgang resort, the CPRK said. Following the announcement, South Korea agreed to the proposal for talks, saying it would announce a date, venue, and agenda at a later date.

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