First Lady Diplomacy

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The interaction between the first ladies is also a critical part of summit diplomacy. The first ladies may engage in less political talk but they can assist in boosting the rapport between their spouses. The first ladies of Korea and the U.S. also appeared to have cozied up while enjoying tea and a stroll.

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While the leaders of Korea and the U.S. were holding summit talks Tuesday afternoon, the first ladies also met separately in a reception room at the presidential office.

[Soundbite] First Lady Kim Jung-sook : "I believe the state visit by President Trump and the first lady at this particular time will help build peace in Korea and solidify bilateral trust. I will also exert efforts to this end."

[Soundbite] U.S. First Lady Melania Trump

The First Ladies then took a stroll around the presidential complex and enjoyed the fall scenery in Korea. At the Nokjiwon presidential garden, the first ladies met up with children who took part in the official welcoming ceremony held for the U.S. presidential couple. The children presented a gift to Melania Trump, which were drawings of Trump couple. The first ladies also sang a children's song in English together with the kids. As a token of gratitude, the first ladies gave the children mufflers with the colors white, red and blue which represent the Korean and US flags. The two ladies then returned to the Sangchunjae reception room and drank a special tea that's been designed to promote the PyeongChang Winter Olympics. They continued their conversation regarding the Olympics and other topics.