The Australian Prime Minister is wading into the North Korea security crisis - pushing for a resolution in the name of global peace.

LISTEN ABOVE: Rachel Smalley talks to Australian correspondent Donna Demaio about Malcolm Turnbull's bid for peace. 

This comes after North Korea threatened nuclear war on the US - following Donald Trump's move to send US ships to the region.

Malcolm Turnbull has labelled the conduct reckless and dangerous - urging China to sort things out.

Australian Correspondent Donna Demaio told Rachel Smalley they're strong words from the Mr Turnbull.

"He says that essentially China needs to use its special influence to resolve what is going on."