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2023-10-01 23:20:08
Mongolian and Chinese delegates agree on promoting “Tea Road tourism”
The Tea Road, a joint project of Mongolia, China and Russia for promoting tourism, has been chosen as a priority project to be implemented in frames of the three countries’ cooperation under the Agreement on Establishing Economic Corridor. The project was also discussed during the Second Ministerial Meeting for Tourism of Mongolia, Russia and China, took place on June 21 in Ulan-Ude, Russia.
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Bulgan aimag hit by hailstones the size of tennis balls
It has been reported last night that Khutag-Undur soum of Bulgan aimag was hit by hailstones as big as the size of ping pong balls. “As far as we know, no person or livestock was injured. The storm lasted for about 20 minutes, but, with much intensity”, said J.Batsukh, a senior official in charge of disaster prevention of Bulgan’s Emergency Department.
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Ministry increases number of livestock for butchering in anticipation of harsh winter
Approximately 66 million heads of livestock are expected to be overwintered next winter on the national level, reports the Ministry of Food, Agriculture and Light Industry. Every year, more than 10 million livestock is used for meat.
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Oil explorations being conducted on 25 sites
The Petroleum Authority has reported that they expect more than USD 50 million to be invested in oil exploration in 2017. As of June, 21 contracted companies are conducting exploration on 25 sites. Deals for exploration on three other sites and one open exploration, and a tender is underway for two sites, reports the authority.
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Number of international travelers rises by 20 percent
In the first half of 2017, 2.8 million passengers crossed the border of Mongolia, which represents increase of 368.5 thousand passengers or 15.2% compared to the same period of 2016. Majority or 37.6% of inbound passengers have crossed through Zamiin-Uud immigration post, whereas 15.7% passed through Gashuunsukhait, 15.1% -- through Buyant-Ukhaa, 11.8% -- through Altanbulag, 6.6% -- through Shiveekhuren and 13.2% -- through other immigration posts.
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Central Bank releases book on treasury
The Bank of Mongolia released a book called “Treasury Fund of Mongolia”, a compilation of narratives about the most distinguished items in the central bank’s treasury, as well as about the national paper bills and coins, commemorative coins and golden post stamps. The narratives are all written in both Mongolian and English.
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Mongolian Yokozuna outclasses all-time record-holders in professional sumo
By winning July Nagoya Basho of professional sumo, Yokozuna Hakuho Sho, whose Mongolian name is Davaajargal Munkhbat broke all records in professional sumo, having claimed 1,050 career-wins and won 39 bashos (bimonthly tournaments). In 97 tournaments, Hakuho's career record now stands at 1,050 wins and 219 losses.
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Tea Road Monument erected in Ulaanbaatar
A monument to the Tea Road through which, in ancient times, caravansary carried tea between Mongolia, China and Russia has been erected in the yard of Dulmaalin Monastery of Ulaanbaatar. Opening ceremony for the monument was held today.
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Weather forecast until July 26
Temporary thunderstorms are expected in some parts of western, central and eastern aimags on July 23 and 25, in central and eastern aimags on July 25 and in central aimags and the Gobi on July 26. Winds will blow stronger before the rains.
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President Kh.Battulga honored as Commander-In-Chief
Today, at the central square of Ulaanbaatar, the new President of Mongolia Battulga Khaltmaa was honored and welcomed as the Commander-In-Chief of the Armed Forces. The Ceremonial parade was commanded by General J.Badambazar, vice chairman of the General Staff of Armed Forces.
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IMF team arrives to monitor implementation of EFF program
A monitoring team from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has reportedly arrived in Mongolia to get familiarized with the implementation of the Extended Fund Facility Program, which was authorized by the IMF Board on May 25.
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Hakuho Davaajargal now holds record of most career wins in professional sumo
“Hakuho” titled M.Davaajargal, a grand champion of Japanese professional sumo, achieved the record number of wins in sumo’s history by claiming his 1,047th win in a bout with Sekiwake Tamawashi yesterday.
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Forestry training center commences operation
Ceremony for commissioning of the building of a Training Center for Forestry was held today. Project on Training Center for Forestry has been under implementation since 2016 executed by KT&G social welfare organization of South Korea and the Ministry of Environment, Green Development and Tourism.
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Today marks 25th anniversary of State Great Khural
Today is marking the 25th anniversary of the first day of operation of Mongolia’s first fully-functioning democratic parliament. On July 20 of 1992, the State Great Khural officially started functioning as a permanent legislature of Mongolia.
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External trade surplus surges
In the first half of 2017, Mongolia traded with 139 countries and total trade turnover reached USD 5.0 billion, of which USD 3.1 billion were made up by exports and USD 1.9 billion, by imports. Total foreign trade turnover increased by USD 1.3 billion, in which, exports increased by USD 913.3 million, and imports, by USD 431.5 million against the same period of 2016.
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Revenue of master budget increases
In the first six months of 2017, total revenue and grants of the General Government Budget amounted to MNT 3,276.5 billion and total expenditure and net lending amounted to MNT 4,017.1 billion, representing a deficit of MNT 740.7 billion.
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India’s leaders congratulate Mongolia’s new president and convey invitation for visit
In separate signed messages, H. E. Mr. Pranab Mukherjee, President of Republic of India and H.E. Mr. Narendra Modi, Prime Minister of India have extended warm felicitations to H.E. Mr. Kh. Battulga on his election to the Office of the President of Mongolia.
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Speaker of Japan’s parliament starts visit, pays courtesy call on President
Speaker of the House of Representatives of Japan Tadamori Oshima is paying a visit on the occasion of the 45th anniversary of diplomatic relations. Today, he paid a courtesy call on Kh.Battulga, President of Mongolia.
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New president of Mongolia to live in walking distance from his office, unofficial sources say
Sworn in on July 10, on the threshold of the National Naadam Celebrations, the fifth president of Mongolia Battulga Khaltmaa has refused to live in the state residence Ikh Tenger alongside Enkhbold Miyegombo, Speaker of Parliament, and Erdenebat Jargaltulga, Prime Minister. For the last 63 years, all of the country’s leaders lived in Ikh Tenger situated on the north side of the Bogd Khan Mountain.
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Rock band “Hurd” to stage charity concert
In times of disaster and nationwide vulnerability due to the raging forest fires throughout the country, one of Mongolia's oldest rock bands “Hurd” is coming to aid like many others. Hurd is staging a concert this Saturday in the central stadium.
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Boosting Tourism While Conserving Nature 2 days
U.S. Government Hosts Forum to Advance Mongolia’s Food Security 3 days
Government of Germany to Provide EUR 78 Million Funding 3 days
Mongolia Earns Two Silver and Five Bronze Medals at Asian Games 3 days
Mongolia's Development Partners Propose Cooperation in Renewable Energy 3 days
Amarsaikhan Honored with Pinnacle Career Achievement Award 3 days
Mongolia Addresses UN High-Level Plenary Meeting 3 days
“Value of a Tiny Stone”: Majestic Exhibition for Jamsran Tserendorj 3 days
Mongolia Becomes First Country in Asia for Complete Implementation of FATF Recommendations 3 days
“World Heart Day 2023” Celebration in Mongolia 3 days
Ambassador Sarantogos Presents Her Letter of Credence 4 days
Deputy Foreign Minister of Mongolia Receives Chinese Ambassador to Mongolia 4 days
Mongolia-Taiwan Communications and Tourism Cooperation Discussed 5 days
French Project Worth EUR 100 Thousand for Strengthening Food Security and Women Participation 5 days
Mongolia Ranks 17th on Third Day of Asian Games 5 days
Mongolia-Russia Inter-Parliamentary Joint Commission Holds its First Meeting 5 days
Trade Turnover between Mongolia and China Exceeds USD 12.5 Billion 5 days
Photostream: Mongolia-China Friendship Week 6 days
Chairman of State Duma Volodin Pays Courtesy Call on President of Mongolia Khurelsukh 6 days
New President of Chamber of Commerce and Industry Receives Seal 7 days
This Week in Mongolia 7 days
Mongolia not to be Subject to Restrictions on Oil Products 7 days
Chairman of the State Duma V.V. Volodin Welcomed at Sukhbaatar Square 7 days
President Khurelsukh: Takhi is a Symbol of Mongolia-Czech Republic Relations 8 days
President of Mongolia Meets Prime Minister of Japan 9 days
Photostream: Harvest Season 9 days
President Khurelsukh Ukhnaa Meets UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres 10 days
Cooperation with Romania in Education, Emergency and Road Transport Focused 10 days
Otgonjargal Claims Her Second Silver Medal at World Championships 10 days
Recordkeeping of “Black list” for Procurement Tender to be Intensified 10 days
Projects to Implement in Darkhan-Uul, Selenge and Arkhangai Aimags 10 days
President Khurelsukh: The Most Effective Means to Address Complex Issues is Peaceful Dialogue 11 days
ADB Projects Sustained Economic Growth Momentum in Mongolia for 2023–2024 11 days
Foreign Minister Battsetseg Meets Her Estonian Counterpart 11 days
President of Mongolia Meets President of the Swiss Confederation 11 days
President of Mongolia Meets President of Kazakhstan during UNGA Session 11 days
Railway Safety World Standards Focused 11 days
President Khurelsukh Meets UNCCD Executive Secretary Ibrahim Thiaw 11 days
President Khurelsukh Participates in the 78th Session of the UN General Assembly 11 days
Mongolia to Field Largest Squad Ever to Asian Games 12 days
Traditional Mongol-Czech Cooperation Ongoing 12 days
Zuunmod TPP to be Presented at Cabinet Session 12 days
Prime Minister's Working Visit to Countryside Continues 12 days
Deer Stone Monuments Added to UNESCO World Heritage List 12 days
Sustainable Development Goals Action Weekend Held in New York 13 days
"Mongolia Open Innovation and Co-creation for SDGs” 2023 is Continuing Its Mentoring Program 13 days
Number of Students to Study in Cuba Increases 14 days
NURA AI Health Screening Center Opens in Mongolia 14 days
This Week in Mongolia 14 days
Khurelsukh Ukhnaa: Mongolia is keen to collaborate with the G77 Member States in the Field of Science and Technology 15 days
President Khurelsukh’s Greetings to International Scientific Conference on Nomadic Culture and Mentality 16 days
Empowering Persons with Disabilities through Infrastructure 16 days
Photostream: President Khurelsukh Welcomed to Cuba 16 days
Mongolia and Cuba Maintaining Traditional Friendly Relations 16 days
President of Mongolia Meets President of the Republic of Cuba 17 days
First Ever Performance of Morin Khuur Ensemble at Sydney Opera House 17 days
Mongolia Hosts World Horse Archery Championships 17 days
Visit of President of National Assembly of Laos After 11 Years 17 days
Tergel Wins Best Actor at Venice International Film Festival 17 days
Prime Minister Tasks to Start PC-04 Package Work of Oil Refinery 17 days
Digitization to be Intensified in Collaboration with Estonia 17 days
Chairman G. Zandanshatar Participates as Keynote Speaker in Trans-Pacific Stability Dialogue 17 days
Open Skies Agreement with the US Approved 18 days
Foreign Minister Battsetseg Holds Official Talks with Minister for Foreign Affairs of Australia 18 days
Cooperation with Liaoning Province of China in Road Transport 18 days
Consultative Meeting between Foreign Ministries of Mongolia and India 18 days
Protection of Rights of Mongolian Children in Korea under Attention of Korean Parliament 18 days
Foreign Minister Battsetseg Extends Congratulations on DPRK's 75th Founding Anniversary 19 days
D. Oyunkhorol: Largest Construction Project of Public Private Partnership in Khushig Valley 19 days
President Khurelsukh Visits Cheese Processing Plant of APU Dairy LLC 19 days
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