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2022-01-22 06:27:18
Strong impact of policy
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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.
4 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.
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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.
18 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.
25 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.
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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.” 
39 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.
93 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.
94 days
Geres Country Director receives Arkhangai province's 'Honorable medal'
96 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.
99 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.
102 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.”
108 days
Advancing gender equality in Mongolia’s construction sector
The construction sector is dominated by men, not only in Mongolia but also in countries throughout the world. Even in an advanced economy like the US, women consist of less than 1% of construction workers on the jobsite.  Here at the EU Funded Switch Off Air Pollution Project (SOAP), we’re working to redefine the role of women in the construction sector by working with jobsite team leaders, locally known as brigade leaders, to break outdated gender norms and help them find the best construction workers, regardless of sex. But we’re also training women to join the booming construction sector.
295 days
Wool and cashmere factories commit to sustainable textile production
A total of 18 national textile industries have joined to a Voluntary Code of Practice (VCP) for Mongolian sustainable textile production, agreeing for an environmentally-friendly, socially sound, and economically viable production.The Voluntary Code of Practice aims to enhance and ensure a strong sustainability profile of the Mongolian wool and cashmere industry, allowing for better recognition in the global wool and cashmere market and increased sales due to a sustainability performance that stands out against ordinary textiles. 
298 days
Kim Il Sung: Let us prevent a national partition and reunify the country
The policy of the government of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea for independent, peaceful reunification clarified by President Kim Il Sung on June 23, 1973
304 days
Statement of First Vice Foreign Minister of DPRK
Choe Son Hui, first vice minister of Foreign Affairs of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK), issued the following statement on Wednesday.
309 days
DPRK Women Contributing to National Prosperity
In the DPRK where the sex equality is regulated by law and traits of giving priority to and respecting the women is established, our women have contributed to the prosperity of the country, enjoying all sorts of independent rights to the full.
318 days
Options for post pandemic business recovery for MSME in Mongolia
The impact of COVID-19 on businesses in Mongolia has been severe depending on size, sector, and other characteristics, but smaller businesses were hit harder than larger ones. Micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) are one of the most dynamic sectors in Mongolia. This sector comprises 77% of total registered business entities; 72% of the total workforce; 17.8% of Gross Domestic Product; and 2.3% of total exports. Women make up a large share of MSME entrepreneurs in Mongolia.  
319 days
Sustainable energy key to COVID-19 recovery in Asia and the Pacific
334 days
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President meets members of First Runner Up at ABU Robocon 2021 11 hours
‘Magnificent Heritage - Mongolian Embroidery’ exhibition runs 13 hours
President meets members of First Runner Up at ABU Robocon 2021 13 hours
Foreign Minister presents NordArt Prize to sculptor A.Ochirbold 14 hours
Football for schools program to be implemented 15 hours
E.Ariunbold appointed as Mongolia’s Cultural Envoy 15 hours
Amendments to be made to Law on Customs 16 hours
COVID-19: over 10 thousand people receiving treatment at hospitals 16 hours
Deputy Minister of Justice and Home Affairs receives U.S Ambassador 18 hours
Snow on the way for most parts of the country 19 hours
Annual review meeting of Mongolia’s Commission for UNESCO held 19 hours
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Announcement of bids underway for projects to begin in 2022 1 day
Ambassador D.Gansukh meets Czech Chamber of Deputies member 1 day
Cooperation to be expanded with Russia in light industry 1 day
Ambassador to Turkey called on Turkish Minister of Culture and Tourism 1 day
Strong impact of policy 1 day
Sh.Enkhiin-Od named as one of top 100 college basketball players in USA 1 day
Podcast contest organized among Mongolian and Chilean youth 1 day
Online meeting held between Mongolian and Indonesian Foreign Ministries 1 day
Cabinet approves procedure for saving and disbursing child benefit in state fund 1 day
MNT 10 million to be given to every national athlete who qualifies for Winter Olympics and Paralympics 1 day
Inbound foreign passengers decreases by 41.4 percent 1 day
Revenue from all types of transport increases by 2.2 percent 1 day
Virtual meeting held with USOGE 1 day
New head coach of Mongolian football team arrives 1 day
COVID-19: 3119 cases, three deaths reported 1 day
Railway construction in western and eastern region to be intensified 3 days
Deputy Ministers and State Secretaries appointed 3 days
Procurements for projects scheduled to begin in 2022 to be sped up 3 days
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Minister of Environment and Tourism appointed 3 days
Portraits of Mongolian queen consorts on display 3 days
SEC operative staff convenes 3 days
‘Mongolian food products-Mongolian goods 2022’ trade fair to be organized 3 days
Meeting held on preparations for Mongolia-U.S. direct flight 3 days
Autumn session of State Great Khural closes 3 days
Parliament adopts Bill to ratify Amendment to the Montreal Protocol 3 days
Employment support loan continue to be issued 3 days
COVID-19: 3,088 cases reported nationwide 3 days
National currency in circulation reaches MNT 1.1 trillion 3 days
Minister of Environment and Tourism appointed 4 days
“Foreign exchange reserves will increase by establishing Mining Products Exchange” 4 days
Parliament endorses appointment of new ambassadors 4 days
Boxing team departs for Tashkent 4 days
Foreign workers in Mongolia decrease by 2.4 percent 4 days
Financing system to be built to support non-mining export 4 days
Licenses no longer required to conduct 74 types of services 4 days
Sanitary facilities at schools, kindergartens and dorms to be improved 4 days
COVID-19: 2,135 cases, three deaths reported 4 days
Status of German-Mongolian Institute for Resource and Technology discussed 4 days
General government budget expenditure increased by MNT 1.7 trillion in 2021 4 days
6.0 magnitude earthquake recorded in Gobi-Altai aimag 4 days
International freight to be transported by drivers with trucks that meet Euro standards 5 days
Mongolia’s population increases to 3.4 million 5 days
This year marks 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Mongolia and Japan 5 days
Officials of Ministry of Environment and Tourism dismissed 5 days
Accessibility of projects to reduce air pollution to be increased 5 days
Stock Exchange weekly review /Jan 10-14/ 5 days
50.5 percent of capital city citizens vaccinated with third dose 5 days
Foreign trade balance in surplus of USD 2.4 billion in 2021 5 days
Total sales of stocks increased by 10.6 percent last December 5 days
Bill on establishing Khushig Valley Free Economic Zone presented 5 days
Mongolia and EU to establish Memorandum on cooperation in forest management 5 days
COVID-19: 1,673 cases, one death reported 5 days
Mongolia’s Ambassador to Austria signs export credit agreement 5 days
Deputy Foreign Minister receives Ambassador-Designate of the Czech Republic 8 days
President receives Japanese Ambassador 8 days
The HU to perform at Coachella-2022 8 days
Permanent Representative to IACA presents his credentials 8 days
Mongolia’s economy projected to grow by 2.1 percent in 2022 8 days
Ambassador to Singapore meets Ambassador-at-Large of Singaporean Foreign Ministry 8 days
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