Beijing, September 21 (KCNA) -- An international symposium was held in Beijing on Monday, the 6th anniversary of the September 19 joint statement adopted at the six-party talks.

As regards success made by the symposium, Qu Xing, president of the China Institute of International Studies, said on Monday:

First, participants in the symposium shared the same view on many issues.

They confirmed that the joint statement is of weighty importance and the principles contained in the statement are comprehensive and balanced.

They also considered that the principles should be fully implemented, saying it is high time that the six-party talks were reopened.

Second, many new things were presented in the symposium. Although they had different views on some issues, there was something new.

For example, the DPRK's vice foreign minister, Ri Yong Ho, made it clear that the country has totally stopped the weapon-grade plutonium production since 2005.

What is another new thing in the symposium is that the DPRK side declared if the six-party talks are resumed, it will suggest a new comprehensive and package proposal. The fact goes to prove that the DPRK is fully ready for the resumption of the talks, taking a positive attitude toward it.

Third, participants presented some constructive opinions.

For example, they said it is necessary to standardize the actions of the six parties.

In the process of discussions, they found their views and understanding different from each other over some matters. However, they expressed their opinions in a calm and reasonable way and in line with the scientific norms, respecting each other's.