Russia's president and Kim Jong Un are set to explore a range of "sensitive topics" during talks on Wednesday.
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00:00 A warm welcome from President Vladimir Putin for North Korea`s Kim Jong-un.
00:06 The leaders met at the Vostochny Cosmodrome in Russia`s Far East amid speculation of an
00:11 arms deal that could boost Moscow`s invasion of Ukraine.
00:15 The location also suggested the quid pro quo would be rocket technology for North Korea,
00:20 as it seeks to advance its satellite program.
00:23 Russia is said to be desperately seeking North Korean artillery shells and other munitions
00:28 as it struggles to replenish its own stocks.
00:30 Kim is striving to develop military reconnaissance satellites and nuclear capable missiles.
00:35 In recent months, North Korea has repeatedly failed to put its first military spy satellite
00:40 into orbit.
00:41 While there are incentives on both sides for a mutually beneficial deal, it could come
00:46 at a cost.
00:47 The U.S. has warned of reprisals for Pyongyang.
00:50 Analysts say Beijing may also see Moscow encroaching on its sphere of influence.
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