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Economy

Putin puts economy first in diplomatic tug of war with Abe

Stonewalling on territorial row in nod to nationalist sentiment at home

16 December 2016
People walk in front of banner of Russian President Vladimir Putin and Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe characters meeting in Nagato, western Japan, on Dec. 14.
Economy

Abe, Putin playing for high stakes in December summit

Japanese and Russian leaders will try to resolve island row, but face big hurdles

15 December 2016
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Economy

Japanese, Russian companies see summit as chance for deals

Partnerships to extend beyond energy to food, pharmaceuticals

15 December 2016
OPEC members agree to cut production at a regular general meeting in Vienna on Nov. 30.
Economy

Doubts over OPEC cut hold market back

Oil market stays outside bull territory despite accord to cut output

13 December 2016
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Economy

Japan to launch new loan scheme for Russia

Two-step program to target small to midsize companies

12 December 2016