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History of Ulaanbaatar city
The history of Ulaanbaatar is closely linked to the political situation in Mongolia in the 17th century. 
279 days
Polls being conducted on changing the starting hours of some of the secondary schools in the capital city
Based on the findings, a new plan was proposed to change school starting hours of 59 schools which includes 23 public schools and 36 private schools.
284 days
Eight Interesting facts about the Capital city of Mongolia
Eight Interesting facts about the Capital city of Mongolia 1.    ULAANBAATAR’S TALLEST BUILDINGThe third tower of the Shangri-La Centre, commissioned in 2016, is considered to be the tallest building in Ulaanbaatar. The building is 34 storeys and 136 meters high. The first part of the Shangri-La Centre was built in 2014, and the second part in 2015. The second section includes a 24-storey office tower and a 34-storey 200-room luxury hotel.
285 days
D.Sumiyabazar: During the visit, the Chinese side expressed willingness to support two major projects in Ulaanbaatar
The first test of a light-rail train will be conducted in 2024. And also, the construction of a highway will be initiated. Feasibility study and blueprints of the Tuul highway have been completed, which is one of the projects that are ready for implementation. So, we have officially proposed to China to implement these two projects within five years. The relevant parties are currently in the negotiation stage. I believe we can complete these projects.
290 days
Leader Kim Jong Il Who Devoted His Everything For People’s Happiness
Article on Leader Kim Jong Il, written by Sh.Undarmaa, Head of the Kim Jong Il Kindergarten of Darkhan-Uul Province, Mongolia
293 days
MNT100 BILLION SOFT LOAN PROGRAM GEARED TOWARDS SME ANNOUNCED
Within the framework of public-private partnership, Ulaanbaatar City’s SMEs Support Center and Bogd Bank have announced that a MNT100 billion soft loan with be granted to the SMEs operating in Ulaanbaatar city. Specifically, soft loans with a monthly interest rate of 1.3-1.5 will be provided to SMEs. SMEs will be offered flexible and favorable conditions, and the partner companies will focus on further improving loan and deposit conditions.
304 days
Construction projects during the COVID-19 pandemic
The newly appointed administration of Ulaanbaatar city has made valuable contributions despite the pandemic crisis.
305 days
Strong impact of policy
312 days
Licenses no longer required to conduct 74 types of services
Calls from citizens seeking inquiries and information related to 74 types of services accounted for 27.5 percent of the calls to the 1800-1200 Call Center of the Capital city.
314 days
D.Sumiyabazar: We will focus on increasing jobs, income, and employment
At an operational meeting of Ulaanbaatar city officials D.Sumiyabazar, Governor of the Capital City and Mayor of Ulaanbaatar  noted that 2022 will be a year dedicated to the prosperity of the citizens, and stressed that he will focus on increasing jobs, income, and employment.
318 days
BUDGET ON REDUCING TRAFFIC CONGESTION
During the extended meeting on May 19, 2021, for the first time, the Government of Mongolia discussed the pressing issues of Ulaanbaatar and made the decision to annually allocate MNT 420 billion to solve traffic congestion. Prior to this, the capital city authorities have been implementing several policies on reducing traffic congestion and all possible solutions that could be thought of except for those that required a large budget, such as subways, overhead roads, and bridges, and a unified traffic management system. This historic decision was made when Governor of the Capital City and Mayor of Ulaanbaatar Sumiyabazar Dolgorsuren and the city authorities cooperated with the Government to raise issues at a time when there was an urgent need for a comprehensive solution for the issue concerning decentralization.
328 days
YSC Program reviews the year of 2021
The Youth Sustainability Corps (YSC) program aims to foster environmental stewardship among Mongolian youths aged 15-22. Co-funded with the European Union, the Mongol Ecology Center established the YSC program in 2019.
335 days
Ulaanbaatar city authority fights corruption and supports businesses
Mr. Sumiyabazar Dolgorsuren, Governor of the Capital City and Mayor of Ulaanbaatar, signed off on the decision to enable 74 types of trade and services activities to be carried out freely based on their registration starting from January 1st, 2022, in accordance with the capital city’s laws, standards, and requirements.The 74 types of trade and services activities that can operate without permits given that they are registered with the tax authority and meet the relevant standards.
336 days
DAGVA RENTSENDAGVA: ELIMINATING CORRUPTION AND ENSURING ACCOUNTABILITY IS THE WAY TO DEVELOP
Mr. Dagva Rentsendagva noted “We are discussing ways to reduce and eliminate corruption and bureaucracy, which are the biggest obstacles to the well-being, rights and freedom of Mongolian people. Eliminating corruption and ensuring transparency, accountability, and responsibility is a way to have a positive impact on the cooperation between the state and is way to co-development. I hope that this forum, initiated by The Independent Authority Against Corruption, will be a useful forum that helps in realistically identifying the causes and conditions of corruption that hinder Mongolia’s development, and open up new ideas, ways and opportunities to eliminate corruption.” 
349 days
FIRST CREDIT INFORMATION BUREAU LAUNCHED
The creative disruption of the fourth industrial revolution echoes across every sector of the economy, especially apparent in the financial industry. Private companies are evolving to provide efficient, transparent, and smart ecosystems for their customers, enabling lower costs and more timely financial services. Following the start of several successful fintech and cyber services, the first Credit Bureau license was granted by Mongolbank (Central bank of Mongolia) to Buren Score LLC.
403 days
Public buildings in Arkhangai aimag obtain energy performance certificates for the first time
The kindergarten building in Undur-Ulaan soum is one of 57 public buildings in 6 soums of Arkhangai aimag that have received energy performance certificates within the framework of the "CEMAATER-II – Energy efficiency and thermal comfort of educational buildings" project implemented by Geres International NGO in Arkhangai aimag.
404 days
Geres Country Director receives Arkhangai province's 'Honorable medal'
406 days
Rio Tinto caught red-handed
While Rio Tinto has not provided concrete responses to the findings of the independent experts, Rio Tinto started to publicize their position on major global media outlets such as mining.com and financialtimes.com stating that “One of the factors that contributed to the US$1.45 billion cost overrun is the increase in investment costs for Mongolian workers.” In other words, while Rio Tinto initially explained “Cost overruns and project delays were due to ground conditions,” pointing at an inanimate object, they are now blaming their Mongolian workers. Outraged by the statement, the executives of Oyu Tolgoi’s mine workers’ trade union submitted a letter of demand to Kh. Amarjargal, Country Director in charge of Rio Tinto’s operations in Mongolia.
409 days
Mongolia is One Step Closer to Sustainable Production
Mongolia, known worldwide for its finest cashmere and unique nomadic culture, has approved the National MNS 6926:2021 - Standard for Sustainable Textile Production, in line with key government policies, including the country’s long-term development policy Vision 2050 and the 2030 Global Agenda for Sustainable Development. Furthermore, the National Standard indicators are in line with international standards, boosting the competitiveness of sustainably produced Mongolian genuine wool and cashmere products in foreign markets. The National Standard was officially approved by the Textile Technical Committee of the Mongolian Agency for Standardization and Metrology, with the main objective to make the textile sector environmentally friendly, socially responsible and ethical. It covers a wide range of issues such as the rational use of natural resources, energy consumption, the use of chemicals, industrial waste, social responsibility, labor protection, and animal rights.
412 days
External Advisory Committee meeting of “Switch Off Air Pollution” project organized
Opening the meeting, Beatriz Maroto Izquierdo, Country Director of Geres INGO, lead implementer of the project emphasized that “Despite the difficult situation with the Covid-19 pandemic, the project is being implemented successfully”. During the opening remarks, H.E. Mr. Sébastien Surun , Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador of the French Republic to Mongolia said that “I am grateful that this project against air pollution addresses environmental, economic and social factors together.”
418 days
Miss Mongolia S. Nandin wins Silver medal at Miss Earth 2022 Talent Competition 4 hours
Mongolian President Meets Chinese Premier 5 hours
Mongolian President’s State Visit to China Starts 1 day
Mongolian Ambassador Meets Vice Foreign Minister of China 3 days
The HU named UNESCO Artist for Peace 3 days
Citizens on the Anniversary of the Birth of Chinggis Khaan 4 days
D.Dorjgotov: Basic geographic research is the assurance of the nation's independence and the very being 4 days
Studies on the legacy of Chinggis Khaan in the world history 4 days
President U.Khurelsukh: Mongolia should lead the world in Chinggis Khaan studies 4 days
Jack Weatherford: This is the century that Mongolia can help the world move closer to the dream of Chinggis Khaan 4 days
President U.Khurelsukh: Chinggis Khaan is a symbol of unity and an assurance of Mongolia’s sovereignty 4 days
Bringing the arts to you! ACM Membership Campaign 2022-2023 4 days
The Order of Chinggis Khaan conferred upon D. Dorjgotov and Jack Weatherford 4 days
Today is the 860th birth anniversary of Chinggis Khaan 4 days
Ambassador to Portugal presents her credentials 5 days
Tapan Mishra: Global crises affecting Mongolian society and the economy as a whole 6 days
State Great Hural Chairman receives Director General of ADB’s East Asia Department 6 days
Mongolian President to pay state visit to China 6 days
E. Sodontogos appointed as Director-General of MONTSAME News Agency 6 days
Winter tourism through hot springs 6 days
Sh. Chanrav claims bronze medal at World Open Men`s Equipped Championships 2022 7 days
Mongolia focuses on multisectoral participation in comprehensive health care services for the elderly 7 days
Wheelchairs provided to 47 health organizations 7 days
Mongolia`s GDP expands by 3.7% in first 3 quarters 7 days
The first ballet competition “Mongolian Grand Prix” selected the leading ballet dancers and team 10 days
Digital archiving emphasized at "New Revival - Digital Archive" conference 10 days
Speakers of Mongolia and Lao PDR meet virtually 10 days
U.S. Ambassador presents his credentials 11 days
Canada’s leading experience to be introduced in the field of environment 11 days
Ambassador-designate to Kuwait presents his credentials 11 days
Exhibition displaying rock art in Mongolia opens 12 days
Ministry of Environment of South Korea to cooperate in water sector 12 days
“The first state budget to be implemented in a year of austerity” 12 days
Mongolia-Czech cooperation in education to be intensified 12 days
Supporting cheap passenger and cargo transportation in various routes 13 days
Vietnamese citizens to become able to apply for visas online starting from December 13 days
Youth athletes won 2 gold and 4 silver medals at the World Championship 13 days
Fintech lending debt-to-income ratio regulated to be 70 percent 14 days
Mongolian boxers win 2 silver and 8 bronze medals from “Amman-2022” 14 days
FRC delegation participate in IAIS annual conference 14 days
Parliament approves 2023 State Budget 14 days
Borjigon horse-head fiddle placed in Theater Museum of Mongolia 14 days
"Visit Mongolia" application and www.mongoliatravel.guide website launched 14 days
Participation of people with disabilities to be supported in all respects 14 days
30 million trees planted with seeds 17 days
Best 100 artworks of Handcrafters selected 17 days
Mongolia-Mexico Parliamentary Friendship Groups hold virtual meeting 17 days
"Golomt Bank" LLC has registered shares to be issued as public offer 18 days
Judoka L. Turuunaa wins silver medal at IBSA Judo World Championships 18 days
Commemorative coins released for the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations with Japan and Australia 18 days
“Erdenes Tavantolgoi” company to not agree on upfront payment terms 18 days
Event on opportunities and solutions to support and develop the traditional handicrafts organized 19 days
“Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework” document presented to Prime Minister 19 days
Views exchanged on issues of cooperation in tourism 19 days
United Nations approves resolution on “Literacy for Life” 19 days
15 highlights from President of Mongolia's national statement delivered at COP27 19 days
Forest Partnership Memorandum of Understanding established 20 days
UN chief warns "We are on a highway to climate hell" at COP27 summit 20 days
President receives Czech Prime Minister 20 days
Egypt Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry elected as COP27 President 20 days
COP27 kicks off in Sharm El-Sheikh, President to deliver speech today 20 days
Ambassador to Chile presents her Letter of Credence 20 days
TO SURVIVE A NUCLEAR STRIKE 20 days
B. Naadam wins gold medal at World Martial Arts Championships 2022 21 days
Mongolian peacekeepers organize charity campaign 21 days
Mongolian draught players lead in World Championship Youth 2022 21 days
Scholarships awarded to 60 students 21 days
Mining Minister becomes acquainted with operations of Yancoal mining company 21 days
President to participate in COP27 21 days
Mongolian athletes claim 13 medals at 2022 Asian Mas-Wrestling Championship 21 days
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