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The South Korean National Intelligence Service reports that North Korean Supreme Leader Kim Jong-un has delegated some major responsibilities to his sister, Kim Yo-jong, that involves overseeing North Korea's relations with South Korea and the United States. South Korean lawmakers describe her new role as a ""de facto" second-in-command" of North Korea who "steers overall state affairs."
2020-08-20

South Korea and the People's Republic of China will hold talks to develop a joint response to last week's North Korean nuclear test.
2016-01-14

South Korea and the People's Republic of China hold discussions about measures in response to North Korea's plans to launch a Unha rocket later this month.
2012-12-6

South Korean troops mistakenly fire on a Chinese passenger plane as it flies near the disputed Northern Limit Line on the border with North Korea; there are no casualties.
2011-06-18

The Yonhap news agency in South Korea reports that the People's Republic of China has reinforced fences and increased patrols along its border with North Korea in order to stop a flow of refugees.
2011-03-30

Diplomatic cable leaks by Wikileaks reveal that China regarded North Korea as a "spoilt child" and the view of Korean reunification under South Korean leadership is "gaining ground".
2010-11-29

North Korea announces it will release seven detained Chinese and South Korean fishermen.
2010-09-6

North Korea confirms the seizure of a South Korean fishing boat two weeks ago, with four South Korean and three Chinese sailors on board.
2010-08-19

North Korea detains a South Korean fishing boat with four South Koreans and three Chinese on board.
2010-08-8

South Korea cuts off trade with North Korea and announces that North Korean ships will no longer be allowed to use South Korean waters. The government demands an apology over the sinking.
2010-05-24