China on Tuesday expressed hope that progress will be achieved in talks between the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) and the Republic of Korea (ROK).

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Qin Gang made the remarks at a regular press conference when questioned about the talks between the DPRK and ROK that started Tuesday to resolve problems hampering operations at a joint industrial park.

The working-level talks are being held in the border town of Kaesong where the industrial park is located.

"China always supports the Korean Peninsula's north and south to advance dialogue and cooperation, and promote their reconciliation process," Qin said.

"We hope to see an improvement in relations between the two nations," Qin said, noting that this would benefit not only the Korean Peninsula but the regional peace and stability.