Transit passengers from 20 countries will be allowed 72 hours in Russia without the hassle of obtaining a visa.
The country's top diplomat denied Moscow was aiming to develop relations in Asia at the expense of contacts with Europe.
Construction launched on 3,968 kilometre 'Power of Siberia' gas pipeline.
More than 130billion roubles invested in special gambling zone to lure wealthy Asian tourists to Russia, complete with its own beach, marina and ski area.
Subsidence from old coal mine a possible cause of latest mystery hole.
Julio Prieto, 29, from Colorado held by FSB after walking across the border from Kazakhstan.
It's a long way to Las Vegas, but Primorye region takes its first step as Tigre de Cristal casino opens.
Vostochny 'not ready' for December Soyuz liftoff, says source in Roscosmos.