Siberia and the Far East of Russia

The Russian president tells the Security Council this is a key priority for 'clear and principled decisions'.

The senior politician called for a change of identity for the vast eastern third of Russia, as the country angles itself towards Asia.

The Russian president tells the Security Council this is a key priority for 'clear and principled decisions'.

Around 400 delegates are expected including representatives of 41 ethnic minorities representing around a quarter of a million people. 

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

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.

The manoeuvres involved around 160,000 troops, 5,000 tanks, 130 combat aircraft and 70 warships.

After months of speculation, parliament and President rubber-stamp deal that will see gas sent to China.

At least three are dangerously close to population centres in Irkutsk region.