The country's top diplomat denied Moscow was aiming to develop relations in Asia at the expense of contacts with Europe.
After months of speculation, parliament and President rubber-stamp deal that will see gas sent to China.
Deputy premier Dmitry Rogozin looks to Asia as China confirms $5 billion boost for Russian Far East.
At least three are dangerously close to population centres in Irkutsk region.
Drivers in the Far East of Russia could receive a discount on new Russian-manufactured Japanese cars.
Old Soviet resorts to be restored for new generation of visitors.
For the first time in 12 years a family of tigers returns to reserve in Khabarovsk region.
A powerful backlash has hit new laws due to be speeded through parliament on 'modernising' the country's science.