China welcomes new South Korean president's offer to negotiate

South Korea's new liberal President has set resolving the North Korean nuclear crisis as a priority.

South Korean presidential candidate a pivotal figure in crisis

A former human rights lawyer, and son of North Korean refugees, is set to become a pivotal figure in how the world deals with the threat of North Korea's rogue nuclear weapons.

North Korea's surprising criticism of China over nuclear program

Chinese state media has hit back at a rare and detailed attack by North Korea on its neighbour and major economic backer.

Top Chinese diplomat warns of apocalypse on North Korea

One of China's top diplomats has cited an apocalyptic science fiction novel to warn North Korea and the US must talk.

China 'most wanted' notice has family fearing political witch hunt

• EXCLUSIVE

Ji Dongsheng didn't "flee", but came to Australia on a skilled migration visa that took several years to process, his sister-in-law says.

Between lobbing missiles, Kim Jong-un looks to Russia for support

• ANALYSIS

Kim Jong-un knows how to time his missile tests to maximum effect.

Korean crisis at risk of getting 'out of control', China tells Russia

China signals it wants Russia to pass United Nations Security Council sanctions on North Korea.

'Most wanted' Chinese fugitive believed to be hiding in leafy Sydney

A leafy street in Sydney's Burwood has been listed by China's feared corruption investigators as the possible residence of one of its 'most wanted' international fugitives.

China seeks Russian support on US missile shield

China and Russia have vowed "to take further action" against the United States' ambition to build a global anti-missile shield.