Following their talks, Seoul briefly explained that they had touched on the issues of denuclearization and peace on the Korean Peninsula and that Pyongyang showed a willingness to talk with the United States. But it refused to divulge other details.

"Citizens are wondering about what situation South Korea is headed for following the PyeongChang Olympics," Park said during a meeting with party officials.

"I propose holding talks between (the president) and the leaders of the ruling and opposition parties, as we have to satisfy people's right to know and make a wise decision on the national issue," he added.

Park also pointed out that, at the proposed talks, political leaders can put their heads together to address a range of other security and foreign policy issues, including growing concerns here over Washington's protectionist trade measures.

"As people are wondering about such (foreign policy and trade issues), there is a need for President Moon to effectively seek cooperative politics (by holding a meeting with political leaders)," he said.(Yonhap)