
Amid momentous peace talks the wives of North Korean leader Kim Jong-Un and South Korean President Moon Jae-in met today for the first time - and appeared to get on famously.

Ri Sol-ju, the wife of Kim Jong-un, crossed the border at the Demilitarized Zone into South Korean territory on Friday to attend the summit dinner hosted by President Moon Jae-in.

Before sitting at the dinner table, she spoke briefly with South Korean first lady Kim Jung-sook, marking the first-ever meeting between the first ladies of the two Koreas.

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Kim Jong-un's wife Ri Sol-ju (left) was pictured holding hands with the wife of South Korean President Moon Jae-in, Kim Jung-sook (right) as they walked together during a farewell ceremony after the summit

Kim Jong-un's wife had a low profile before the summit and it appeared as if the leading ladies had hit it off as they held hands before the farewell ceremony

In a historic meeting, Ri Sol-ju, the wife of Kim-Jong Un (right, in the pink dress) and Kim Jung-sook, the wife of President Moon Jae-in (left, in the blue dress), met, marking the first time the two Korean first ladies had ever come together

Height of sophistication: Ri Sol-ju (pictured) crossed the border at the Demilitarized Zone and joined her husband Kim Jong-un in South Korean territory on Friday for the first time

While there, she could be seen warmly clasping the hand of her fellow first lady, who seemed delighted to meet her (Ri Sol-ju right and Kim Jung-sook left)

North Korea's leader Kim Jong Un (left) and his wife Ri Sol Ju (second right) walk with their South Korean counterparts President Moon Jae-in (second left) and his wife Kim Jung-sook (R) during the farewell ceremony

Upon her arrival at the truce village of Panmunjom at 6:15 pm, she headed directly for the Peace House building on the southern side of the village, where the welcome dinner is set to take place.

Moon and Kim had a historic summit on the second floor of the building earlier in the day, following which they announced that the Koreas will push for three-way talks including Washington or four-way talks that also include Beijing on converting the armistice into a peace treaty and establishing permanent peace on the Korean peninsula.

They agreed to open a permanent communication office in the North Korean town of Kaesong, resume temporary reunions between relatives separated by the Korean War and will seek to expand civilian exchanges and pursue joint sports and cultural events.

'I'm happy to hear from my husband that the summit was a success. I hope things between the two leaders do go well,' South Korea TV quoted Ri as saying during the meeting.

The two ladies seemed to really hit it off, with Kim Jung-sook seen laughing happily after greeting her North Korean counterpart.

Later, Ri Sol-ju(left) joined her husband (centre) for the summit dinner which was hosted by President Moon Jae-in (right)

They could be seen clasping hands as photographers swarmed them, rushing to capture the historic moment.

Later, the first lady's met up with their respective husbands before introducing themselves to the other leader.

The South Korean first lady could be seen smiling widely as she met Kim Jong-un, shaking his hand and looking animated as she engaged him in conversation.

Ri Sol-ju, though less animated than her counterpart, also seemed pleased with the meeting, toasting President Moon Jae-in and smiling throughout the dinner.

She was dressed elegantly in a pink, Western dress, a knee length skirt and with her hair coiffed over the side of her face neatly.

She could later be seen smiling while seated next to her husband at the summit dinner.

The couples seemed in high spirits throughout the historic event.

South Korean first lady Kim Jung-sook also joined them and the leading families could be seen sharing drinks before the banquet

The two leading couples posed together for an historic photo and seemed pleased to have come together for the summit talks

Kim Jong Il, Jong Un's father, was never seen in public with any of his wives.

Little is known about Ri, including her exact age, when she married Kim or whether they had a wedding ceremony.

However, her style and attire have often been the focus of media attention, with state-distributed photograph showing designer handbags by Dior and Chanel hanging off her shoulder.

Ri's status within North Korea has also risen in recent weeks, after state media began referring to her as First Lady during Ri and her husband's visit to China.

That was the first time the title was used in North Korea in more than 40 years.

Prior to this, Ri had been called 'comrade' or simply, 'wife of Kim Jong Un'.

According to South Korea's Ministry of Unification, the last time North Korean state media referred to someone as First Lady was in 1974 for Kim Song Ae, the wife of Kim Il Sung, the grandfather of Kim Jong Un.

State media has also called her 'respected Ri Sol Ju', an adjective rarely used for members other than the North's leadership. Kim Jong Un's younger sister, Kim Yo Jong, is referred to by her party position.

At one point, Ri Sol-ju could be seen looking towards her husband and smiling as the first couples strolled together ahead of the dinner

Kim Jong-un and his wife posed together for photos during the historic meeting and both seemed to be in high spirits

Analysts said that doesn't mean Ri is of a higher rank than Kim Yo Jong.

The wife President Moon Jae-in, Kim Jung-sook, is a classically trained singer who studied Vocal Music at Kyunghee University, which is where she met Moon.

She earned herself the nickname the 'Jolly Lady' due to her amiable character.

Political observers see her as a breath of fresh air after a corruption scandal erupted consuming South Korea's business and political elite, and its then President Park Geun-hye.

'In the past, first ladies were seen sticking to formalities, they were serious and never spoke up,' said Ha Jae-keun, a culture critic for South Korean media.

'Kim, in contrast, seems approachable and feels fresh.'

Her image as an ordinary 'ajumeoni', or middle-aged woman, adds to the luster of Moon, whose popularity has surged because his 'common man' touch is in such contrast to Park's aloof and disconnected style.

The first lady of South Korea, Kim Jung-sook, seemed very animated as she spoke to Kim Jong-un who seemed like he was rapt with interest

Ri Sol-ju (centre) seemed unafraid of the limelight, despite her lack of experience at official meetings, and could be seen entertaining the other three

Later the North Korean leader and his wife took their places at the summit dinner, which was hosted by President Moon Jae-in

South Korea praised the first round of discussions as 'sincere and candid' and said the leaders also addressed denuclearization, the prospect of permanent peace and the fate of North Korean defectors.

At the historic moment when the two leaders shook hands across the Military Demarcation line that bisects the rivals, Kim said his heart 'keeps throbbing'. The dictator then thanked Moon for meeting at 'historic place', to which he responded by saying the dictator had made a 'very courageous decision' to come to the South.

In his opening remarks, Kim said he was 'flooded with emotion' after crossing the military demarcation line, adding that it was 'so easy' making him wonder 'why it took so long to do so after 11 years'. Kim also said during opening talks that he would like to visit Moon at his official residence in Seoul.

Speaking to the dictator at the Peace House, President Moon said the demarcation line was 'no longer a symbol of division but a symbol of peace'.

The couples seemed in high spirits throughout the historic event, pictured smiling and clapping joyfully with several officials flanking them during the dinner

Kim Jong-un can be seen addressing the summit dinner while his wife watches on and the South Korean President and first lady pay close attention

Referring to Kim Jong-un, he added: 'I would like to pay tribute to the courageous decision made by you - you have made a bold and courageous decision, so why don't we make the bold and courageous decision to amicably discuss peace, to once again give a great gift to the whole humankind by achieving peace.'

As talks resumed after lunch, Kim and Moon poured a mixture of soil and water from both countries onto a pine tree they planted together. They also unveiled a stone plaque placed next to the tree that was engraved with a message saying 'Peace and Prosperity Are Planted.'

The pine tree dates to 1953, the year the Korean War ended in an armistice. The soil and water were brought from the Koreas' mountains and rivers.

The leaders then talked while walking unaccompanied on a nearby bridge before they are expected to resume the afternoon session of their summit at Panmunjom. Kim at one point was seen waving away photographers as he and Moon continued their talks sitting on chairs placed at the bridge.

Onlookers seemed delighted by the summit as it progressed, with their pleased expressions mirroring the joy on the faces of the leaders

There seemed to be an air of celebration at the summit dinner, with the leaders clinking glasses as they toasted the day's discussions