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'Not to offend the jealous admirers of the Volga, but I have never in my life seen a river more splendid than the Yenisey'
A.P. Chekhov, 1890
Ministry of Development of Russian Far East
Kremlin's man in the Russian Far East demands business-friendly regime to boost development
Officials will be fired for blocking progress, warns deputy premier Yuri Trutnev.
Russia looks East not West for future prosperity
Deputy premier Dmitry Rogozin looks to Asia as China confirms $5 billion boost for Russian Far East.
Major 25 year tax break on new gas projects in Siberia and Russian Far East
Minister of Energy Alexander Novak is proposing to slash the mineral extraction tax on new developments for quarter of a century.
Russia looks East not West for future prosperity
Deputy premier Dmitry Rogozin looks to Asia as China confirms $5 billion boost for Russian Far East.
New details announced on creation of Russia's first 'free port' in Far East
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.
Vladivostok chosen as Russia’s first 'free port' to help bolster economy
Focus placed on the Far East of Russia, with duty-free zone, tax incentives, and lower costs for ships.
Putin signs law establishing Vladivostok as a free port
Key move to revive Far Eastern economy and compete with Macau and Busan.
Singapore firm in 168billion rouble deal to invest in Far East infrastructure
Memorandum of understanding will see construction of major projects including new refinery and upgrade to port.
Putin calls for urgent action in 'historical mission' to boost Trans-Baikal and Far East regions
The Russian president expressed impatience with economic and social progress in eastern regions of the country.
Giant state companies wait to hear on 'Go East' move
Gazprom, Transneft, RusHydro, Alrosa and Rosneft all on a list for shift from Moscow to boost the Far East economy.
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Sent to Siberia
Rookie FSB agents are punished for 'indecent' graduation jinx in Moscow
Gelandewagen parade videos leads to 'career change' as Russia demands highest standards from secret servicemen.
Born in Siberia
Up-close laboratory pictures of ancient mummy as scientists recreate his life and times
Probes taken by South Korean experts will reveal lifestyle of this Arctic boy from 800 years ago.
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The Bank of Russia official exchange rates of foreign currencies
