Hi-tech project would use computer models to predict climate change and help with safe production of oil and gas in Northern Russia.

A $7.4 billion cash injection for Trans-Siberian and Baikal-Amur rail lines confirmed by president.

Foreign visitors transiting on Russian airlines will be able to stay for 72 hours without documents as part of move to help boost tourism and economy.

Place your bets as Russia takes on Macau and Las Vegas to woo Pacific gamblers.

He emphasised the importance of the economically buoyant Asian-Pacific region as critical to the development of Russia as Western markets stall.

Premier Dmitry Medvedev wants the bloc to take measures promoting regional security.

Today the Asia Pacific is a vital center of economic development and progressive political influence.