PM Medvedev was ordered to 'reprimand' Regional Development Minister Oleg Govorun for the slow pace of proposals to boost the east of the country.

Going by train all the way from Beijing (or even London) to New York could become a reality.

The Kremlin's 'Mr Siberia' Viktor Tolokonsky tells 'Sphere of Influence' business magazine what our vast region means to him.

Memorandum of understanding will see construction of major projects including new refinery and upgrade to port.

The beaches here are thronged with sun-seekers, children paddle in the warm waters — even the babushki are relaxed.

The second largest city of the Russian Far East faces nervous hours and days to see if its dikes hold back the deluge.

Reclusive state bordering Russian Far East claims to have 'joined the ranks of advanced nuclear states'.

More than 20 new deals on energy, investment and education are inked in Beijing.

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

Neglected by her parents as well as a 'stepfather from hell': Will no-one help this teenager stranded 6,000 miles from home?