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

A special tax regime - including zero rates - to kick-start the economy is under active consideration by the Kremlin. 

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

Russian president calls for Asian money to back the transport revolution in Siberia.

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

The Russian president pledges to open up exports of liquefied natural gas to meet Far East demand.

Russia is offering the best tax incentives in the world to create its own Vegas near Vladivostok. 

Pipeline will go through pristine Altai Mountains in supply route seen as economically vital by Kremlin.