One proposal would allow influx of foreign workers, bypassing existing labour quotas.

Besides, it is impossible to halt global warming which has been underway for many decades, insists the president.

Aurora with its key hub in Vladivostok promises to make the country's Far East more accessible.

Permanent customs task force unveiled as Sabetta gears up to take Russian goods and gas over the top of the world.

New route connecting (almost) to diamond capital Yakutsk faces funding and contractor crisis causing delay.

Vice Premier sees scope to make Arctic 'ours forever' with plans to harness resources and help protect fragile environment.

Inside the new Vostochny Cosmodrome in the Far East of Russia - exclusive pictures.

The new low fare routes subsidised by the government will help Siberians from Norilsk to Khabarovsk.