business the Far East of Russia

Fate of 13 still unknown as rescue efforts continue. 

'Turn to the East', which started a year ago, is gaining popularity

Gazprom, Transneft, RusHydro, Alrosa and Rosneft all on a list for shift from Moscow to boost the Far East economy.

Dramatic measures unveiled to boost the economy in Eastern Siberia and Russia's Pacific territories.

One proposal would allow influx of foreign workers, bypassing existing labour quotas.

Aurora with its key hub in Vladivostok promises to make the country's Far East more accessible.

Moscow's top diplomat stresses importance of the country's Asian face.

Putin fires top official in Russian Far East, and calls for Investigative Committee to check how authorities performing.

Kremlin gives go ahead for work on the new rockets for missions from Vostochny space centre.