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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. 
217 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.
221 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.
223 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.
228 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
230 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.
242 days
Construction projects during the COVID-19 pandemic
The newly appointed administration of Ulaanbaatar city has made valuable contributions despite the pandemic crisis.
243 days
Strong impact of policy
249 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.
252 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.
256 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.
266 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.
272 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.
273 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.” 
287 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.
341 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.
342 days
Geres Country Director receives Arkhangai province's 'Honorable medal'
344 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.
347 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.
349 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.”
356 days
Export of mineral products reaches 70 percent 11 hours
Taxes and fees contribute to the increase in budget revenue 11 hours
UN in Mongolia contributes to ‘One Billion Trees’ movement 11 hours
The Deputy Ministers meet to promote bilateral cooperation 13 hours
Views exchanged on collaboration in renewable energy sector 14 hours
Mongolia and U.S. trade and economic cooperation discussed 15 hours
Central bank raises policy rate 16 hours
Views exchanged on cooperation in livestock sector 3 days
President meets his Slovenian counterpart 3 days
President meets with UN Secretary-General 4 days
Tourism guidebook published 4 days
Meeting held with Hungarian Foreign Minister 4 days
Foreign Minister participates in women foreign ministers’ meeting 4 days
‘Honour Bound’ launched in Mongolian 4 days
Views exchanged on implementing mutually beneficial projects 4 days
‘Mongolia Mining 2022’ international mining and oil exhibition taking place 4 days
Presenting ‘Mystery of Mongolian Patterns’ exhibition 5 days
President addresses General Debate of UN General Assembly 5 days
The ‘Ulsiin Ekh Dagina’ exhibition is open to the public 5 days
‘Mongolian Cultural Days’ in France 5 days
President meets UNCCD Executive Secretary 5 days
Commitment reiterated to expand Mongolia-U.S. relations 5 days
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President U.Khurelsukh attends opening of General Debate of 77th Session of General Assembly 5 days
Mongolia, Belarus hold political consultation 5 days
Mongolian men and women’s wrestling team qualifies for World Cup 5 days
Mongolian Embassy celebrates Heritage Day 5 days
Sluggish growth, soaring inflation to persist in Mongolia in 2022 5 days
President meets European Commission’s President 5 days
Ambassador U.Enkhtuvshin presents his credentials to Russian President 6 days
President U.Khurelsukh attends opening of General Debate of 77th Session of General Assembly. 6 days
Mongolia’s ambassador presents his credentials to President of Iceland 6 days
President departs to participate in UN General Assembly Session 6 days
Digital learning to be improved in rural areas to eliminate educational disparities 6 days
Mongolians in England donate 31 thousand books 6 days
Preparations for World Export Development Forum discussed 7 days
Parliament Speaker visits Mongolian Stock Exchange 7 days
More than 70 companies to participate in 'Ulaanbaatar Partnership-2022' trade fair 7 days
D. Munkhzul wins World Youth Chess Championships 7 days
Prime Minister attending state funeral of Queen Elizabeth II 7 days
Mongolia ready for expansion of digital learning 7 days
Green Days of Autumn fair taking place 7 days
Prime Minister L.Oyun-Erdene meets Mongolians in the UK 7 days
Molecular Biology Laboratory opens at Urguu Maternity Hospital 8 days
Deputy Prime Minister meets Australian Foreign Minister 10 days
President meets his Chinese counterpart 10 days
President meets SCO Secretary General 11 days
Views exchanged on expanding Mongolia-Canada economic cooperation 11 days
President meets Executive Secretary of ESCAP 11 days
Agreement on financial package of USD25 million signed 11 days
Bilateral cooperation in trade and economy discussed 11 days
Heads of State of Mongolia, Russia and China meet in Samarkand 11 days
President meets with his Uzbekistan counterpart 11 days
Mongolia, Turkey hold political consultative meeting 11 days
Prime Minister to attend state funeral of Queen Elizabeth II 12 days
EBRD expresses support for New Revival Policy 12 days
Cement products to be exempt from import duties until the end of 2022 12 days
Retired Olympic medalist judoka M.Urantsetseg makes her MMA debut 12 days
President departs for Samarkand 13 days
IAAC Deputy Commissioner General attends intersessional meeting 13 days
Views exchanged on jointly developing winter sports 13 days
Campaign for World Tourism Day starts 13 days
Official visit of Chinese Speaker concludes 13 days
ADB expresses readiness to jointly implement technical assistance projects 14 days
Mongolian President expresses condolences 14 days
Meeting held with EU Ambassador to Mongolia 14 days
‘Women and the Mine of the Future’ Mongolia country report published 15 days
Wreaths laid to the Monument for the Victims of Political Repression 15 days
Supporting young people as drivers of change is in the core of UNICEF’s Programme in Mongolia 17 days
Foreign Minister receives U.S. Ambassador 17 days
State Secretary S.Batbold receives ESCAP Deputy Secretary 17 days
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