China, Pakistan to formalise $10 bln deals
China and Pakistan are set to conclude another 10 billion dollars' worth of deals, the latest signings on a trade-focused trip to South Asia by Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao.
Russia urges South Korea to scrap planned firing drill
Russia has asked South Korea to stop a scheduled joint military exercise with the United States, hours after North Korea warned it will strike back if the South proceeds with the drill.
Russia launches world's 1st nuclear fuel bank of low enriched uranium
The world's first nuclear fuel bank of low enriched uranium (LEU) was officially launched in Russia on Friday, which aspiring nations could use for nuclear reactors instead of making it themselves.
Belarus looks east and west as presidential elections approach
Russia has been putting the squeeze on Belarus, trying to get a foothold in the Belarusan economy, and presidential elections there this Sunday could prove to be a significant moment in that quest.
Turkmenistan, Iran to hold energy talks in Tehran
Turkmen delegation headed by Deputy Prime Minister Baymurad Hojamuhammedov will discuss issues of cooperation in oil and gas industry in Tehran (Iran) on Saturday, the official Turkmen source said.
Oil, gas and much more drive Ukraine, Kazakhstan relations
There are at least three things most people know about Kazakhstan, even if its name blends with many other “stan” countries in Central Asia: The film “Borat,” oil and gas and the world’s largest space launch center.
Lithuanian top officials will visit Azerbaijan
Lithuania intends to develop cooperation with Azerbaijan during its OSCE chairmanship.
Yanukovych: Ukraine and Latvia need joint logistics centers
"Ukraine is carrying out major reforms, which will provide important support for business activities in our country," emphasized visiting Ukrainian President Viktor Yanukovych at yesterday's Latvian-Ukrainian Business Forum.
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