Putin meets Kim Jong Un at space rocket launch site

STORY: "I am glad to see you," Putin said as he shook Kim's hand for around 40 seconds. "This is our new cosmodrome."

Via a translator, Kim thanked Putin for the invitation and for the warmth of his reception.

The meeting is being watched apprehensively by Washington and allies, who suspect the two leaders will discuss military cooperation and could agree on a deal to trade arms and defense technology.