Russian President Vladimir Putin told North Korean leader Kim Jong-un on Thursday he expected his visit to Russia would help the two countries understand how to reach settlement over the Korean peninsula and develop bilateral ties.
Putin also said he welcomed Kim's efforts to normalise Pyongyang's relations with the United States.
Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un met on Thursday in the city of Vladivostokatthe start of their first-ever talks.
Kim and Putin shook hands as they began the meeting in Russia's Far Eastern port city of Vladivostok.
Putin reportedly told Kim he wants to support 'positive' efforts on Korean peninsula
Russia and North Korea have 'a lot to do' to boost economic ties, Putin told Kim during the meeting to which Kim responded by saying looking to boost 'traditional ties' with Russia.
Pyongyang's nuclear programme among issues to feature in the talks.
(With inputs from agencies)