The inter-Korean prime ministers' meeting has opened in Seoul.

Upon arriving in Seoul Wednesday morning, North Korean Premier Kim Yong-il and his delegation promised to do their utmost for a successful meeting.

The two sides began talks at four p.m. to devise ways to implement last month's inter-Korean summit declaration.

Topping the agenda of the meeting are the creation of a peace zone in the West Sea, the establishment of an inter-Korean shipbuilding complex, the repair of railways and roads, and reunions of separated families.

The delegates will visit South Korean industrial facilities Thursday afternoon and hold a final meeting Friday morning.