Iran regrets Russia's decision to cancel arms deal
Iran on Thursday regretted Russia's decision to cancel an arms deal with the Islamic republic, ISNA news agency reported.
Dispute with Japan highlights China's foreign-policy power struggle
The increasingly bitter dispute between China and Japan over a small group of islands in the Pacific is heightening concerns in capitals across the globe over who controls China's foreign policy.
U.S. financial experts praising Latvia's economic recovery
U.S. financial experts are praising the economic recovery in Latvia, said President Valdis Zatlers following discussions with financial and political experts during his current U.S. visit, LETA was informed by Ilze Rassa, the president's press secretary.
Wood for heating more costly in Estonia in 2010
Firewood is increasing in price due to higher demand caused by colder winter in 2009-2010, according to an official with the economics ministry of Estonia.
Talks with S. Korea on nuclear power plant at final stage
Turkish Energy and Natural Resources Minister Taner Yıldız said Wednesday that talks with South Korea regarding the construction of a nuclear power plant, which is planned to be built in Turkey’s northern province of Sinop, are ongoing with only a few remaining issues under deliberation.
Russia leads the charge in the race for the Arctic
Russia is leading the charge in the race to exploit the vast oil and gas reserves under the Arctic.
Turkey to discuss Iran trade financing with US
Turkey will consult with the US on ensuring financing for its legal trade with neighboring Iran, Trade Minister Zafer Çağlayan said on Wednesday.
Pentagon: Gates worried about Russian arms sale
A spokesman says Defense Secretary Robert Gates shares Israel's concerns that Russia plans to sell Syria anti-ship cruise missiles.
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