This vast region has some of the world's greatest rivers, but they could do much more to support the economic regeneration and security of the country.
Demands increased on 3 August for a 'state of emergency' to be declared on the world's fifth longest river due to a catastrophic shortage of water.
Eight hour drama before 70 people, including women and children, plucked to safety.
This is precisely how Yakutia gets its impressive river fleet ready for the new season of navigation.
Up to 300,000 people a year expected to pass through Sabetta International as region gears up to become a gas powerhouse.
Permanent customs task force unveiled as Sabetta gears up to take Russian goods and gas over the top of the world.
Wide-body aircraft being used for passengers flying into Sabetta International as region gears up to become a gas powerhouse.
Altai floodwater could be sent to parched Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region of China, says Russian agriculture minister.
Two young birds saved after taking a seriously wrong turn during migration.