Customs procedures and rules on foreigners staying in duty-free region will be relaxed in move that will bolster the economy and boost trade from 2016.
Focus placed on the Far East of Russia, with duty-free zone, tax incentives, and lower costs for ships.
Key move to revive Far Eastern economy and compete with Macau and Busan.
Move can boost tourism as free port and pacific capital Vladivostok opens up.
Permanent customs task force unveiled as Sabetta gears up to take Russian goods and gas over the top of the world.
Foreign Minister says there is ‘enormous potential’ for eastern Russia as Moscow forges closer diplomatic bond with Beijing.
Altai route for gas to China could take priority, reported Reuters.
Dmitry Medvedev promises economic and military development of territory disputed since the end of World War Two.