BBC: Winter Olympics: Kim Jong-un calls for further reconciliation
North Korea's leader has called for a "further livening up" of the "warm climate of reconciliation" with the South created by the Winter Olympics.
Kim Jong-un, whose nuclear bomb and missile tests have stoked international tension, praised the South for hosting his state at the games in Pyeongchang.
Kim's apparent Games charm offensive was led by his sister Kim Yo-jong.
South Korean President President Moon Jae-in has meanwhile said the US is open to talking with the North.
He did not elaborate and may have been referring to a remark by US Vice-President Mike Pence on his flight back to Washington from the Games.
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WNU Editor: Expect a South Korean response to North Korea's overtures after the Olympics .... Seoul considering follow-up response to Kim Jong-un's summit invitation (The Hankyoreh).
More News On North Korean Leader Kim Jong-Un Calling For Further Reconciliation With South Korea
Kim Jong Un lauds "climate of reconciliation" at Olympics -- CBS/AFP
North Korea issues statement applauding South Korea's hospitality toward its delegates at the Winter Olympics -- Business Insider
Kim wants to 'boost climate of reconciliation' with South Korea -- RTE
Kim Jong Un impressed with South Korea's treatment of sister, willing to 'improve relations' -- National Post/Bloomberg
Kim Jong Un 'impressed' with South Korea's efforts, state media says -- CNN
Hosting North Korea Is Costing South Korea $2 Million, But At Least Kim Jong Un Is Grateful -- Newsweek
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