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2025-09-04 09:37:42
ADB to raise private business loans
Mongolian private companies have possibility to borrow loans up to a combined USD1 billion from Asian Development Bank, underlines Finance Minister of Mongolia Ch.Khurelbaatar. The Finance Minister took part in the 52nd annual meeting of ADB Governors held on May 1-6, sharing Mongolia’s views and positions with representatives of ADB, its largest development partner, and other partners. 
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Open Editorial: A better alternative to interest rate caps
The Mongolian Parliament is currently discussing the introduction of interest rate caps on lending rates by financial institutions. An interest rate cap is a ceiling on lending rates with the purported aim of lowering the cost of borrowing and protecting borrowers from predatory lending practices. The appeal of such controls on lending rates is understandable. However, international experience suggests that interest rate caps often do more harm than good.
2309 days
Heeding the Zeitgeist
Just as the Parliament was about to discuss the amendment bill to the Law on the Legal Status of Judges, the current and former leadership of the Democratic Party held a hasty press conference at late hours of the night, vehemently opposing the legislative process. 
2330 days
D.Sumiyabazar: licenses of Eco Altan Zaamar will be cancelled
Minister D.Sumyabazar informed the ministry’s decision to cancel all of four mining licenses of Eco Altan Zaamar Company, adding that the Ministry is waiting for a conclusion to be issued by the State Professional Inspection Agency.  
2365 days
Under the eternal blue sky: Lessons from the period of the Pax Mongolica
The ancient wisdom of indigenous tribes and first nations peoples around the world has been devalued for too long. Our think tanks and universities with their research specializations that narrowly focus on particularities have their place, but we need synthesizers too. We also need a revaluing of the concept of big history something the Mongolians know something about. 
2393 days
Education Minister removed from her post
Today’s plenary meeting of the Parliament discussed and approved removal of Ts.Tsogzolmaa from the post of Minister of Education, Culture, Science and Sports. 71.4 per cent of the attended MPs voted in favor of her removal.
2407 days
Transport Minister Ya.Sodbaatar resigns
Ya.Sodbaatar, the Minister of Road and Transportation Development has been resigned. Today’s plenary meeting of the Parliament discussed his resignation issue and 69.1 per cent of the attended MPs voted for it.
2407 days
Clause regarding restriction on right to travel suggested to come into force from 2021
The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Legal Affairs discussed and supported the  Amendment Bill to the Criminal Procedure Code. According to the article 5 of the Criminal Procedure Code, a clause about the restriction on the civilian right to freedom of movement should have come into force from January of this year, however the draft amendment to the law suggests to postpone it till 2021.
2407 days
Neonatal Pathology Unit opens at Regional Diagnostic Treatment Center in Khovd
2409 days
Electronic Information Center opens in Khovd
The Health Department of Khovd province has established an Electronic Information Center with the aim of exchanging information promptly with soum health centers and providing knowledge and skills to doctors and professionals based on electronic technology.
2409 days
A.Gansukh: From the very beginning I have told the President “Not to go for the bargain if a horse-trade will be proposed for the case that I am being investigated by the IAAC and the Prosecutors”
I had an interview with the former Minister of Roads and Transport A. Gansukh. I had this interview on the preconditions that we would not talk about politics and also I would not ask questions related to the present job he is doing.
2421 days
Messages handed over to “President’s message-2100” scholarship recipients
2470 days
Mongolia to host 13th Meeting of APSCO Council
2470 days
President’s veto rejected but some proposals to be realized through budget amendments
2477 days
Developing the Next Hot Destination in Global Higher Education
2479 days
More herders to access weather forecast and pasture information
Weather forecast and pasture information SMS system now reaches an additional  21,654 herders in Mongolia to protect their animals and livelihoods. Under the “Leveraging Technology and Tradition for Resilience in Rural Mongolia” (LTT4R) project, an SMS platform providing real-time, on-demand weather information has been extended to Dornod, Sukhbaatar, Arkhangai and Uvurkhangai aimags by People in Need (PIN) and Mercy Corps to expand coverage to all 21 aimags.
2514 days
Yonhap launches English-language news channel on YouTube
2522 days
Germany pledges EUR 55.4 million for development cooperation projects in 2018-2019
2522 days
MP Ya.Sodbaatar appointed as Minister of Road and Transportation Development
 MP Ya.Sodbaatar has been appointed as Minister of Road and Transportation Development. Today's plenary meeting of the parliamentary session discussed the appointment as the Government submitted its proposal. After the appointment he received the stamp of the Minister at the Ministry.
2526 days
Days of Mongolian-Russian Friendship and Cooperation to run for 58th time
The “Days of Mongolian-Russian Friendship and Cooperation-2018” is to take place in Mongolia for the 58th time. October 2, The Embassy of the Russian Federation in Mongolia together with the Union of Mongolian Friendship Societies (UMFS) held a press conference on the occasion of the event, providing detailed information on upcoming events to strengthen friendly relations and cooperation between the two countries. 
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Speaker Amarbayasgalan to Visit Kazakhstan 6 minutes
New Zealand Parliament Speaker Concludes Official Visit to Mongolia 20 minutes
Mongolia to Implement Affordable Housing Program with World Bank 17 hours
Four-Day UltraMarathon Tour Promotes Mongolia Abroad 17 hours
Mongolia-China-Russia Leaders Convene for 7th Trilateral Meeting in Beijing 17 hours
Fitch Affirms Mongolia’s Credit Rating at ‘B+’ with Stable Outlook 18 hours
Mongolia to Fully Meet Domestic Flour Demand with Harvested Wheat 19 hours
PM Submits 2026 Budget and Outlines Reform Priorities 21 hours
President of Mongolia Lays Wreath at the Memorial Complex in Janchkhuu 21 hours
BA in Acting Program Named After G. Dorjsambuu Launched 22 hours
‘Erdenes Tavantolgoi’ JSC Trades 32,000 Tons of Thermal Coal 23 hours
G. Zandanshatar: 'Gas Pipeline Through Mongolia to Become Millennium-Scale Project' 23 hours
‘Erdenes Mongol’ LLC Appoints New Chairman of the Board of Directors 23 hours
Documents Signed as Outcome of 2025 Tianjin SCO Summit 23 hours
Chairman of the General Election Commission of Mongolia Pays a Courtesy Call on Speaker of New Zealand House of Representatives 23 hours
Lessons from Europe on Energy Efficiency and House Insulation 24 hours
Mongolia-China-Russia Leaders Convene for 7th Trilateral Meeting in Beijing 1 day
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Khurelsukh at SCO: ‘Mongolia Is Ready to Contribute to Regional Integration’ 1 day
Mongolia, China Agrees on Expanding Cooperation in Multiple Fields 1 day
Interest Income of Social Insurance Fund Increases by MNT 8.9 Billion 1 day
Mongolia, New Zealand to Broaden Cooperation Across All Sectors 1 day
Speaker Gerry Brownlee of New Zealand House Officially Welcomed 1 day
Bank of Mongolia Purchases 690.1 kg of Precious Metals in August 1 day
Government Submits Draft 2026 Budget Totaling MNT 31.6 Trillion 1 day
Blacklist System Abolished: Mongolia Introduces Credit Scoring 1 day
Children’s Fund Budget to Be Allocated Across Three Key Areas 1 day
Speaker of New Zealand House of Representatives Visits Chinggis Khaan National Museum 1 day
Documents Signed as Outcome of 2025 Tianjin SCO Summit 1 day
Khurelsukh at SCO: ‘Mongolia Is Ready to Contribute to Regional Integration’ 2 days
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President of Mongolia Arrives in Tianjin for SCO Tianjin Summit 2025 3 days
Flagship Classroom of Chinggis Khaan National Museum Opens in Khentii Aimag 3 days
Mongolian Book Publishers Participate in 2025 IBBY Asia-Pacific Regional Conference 3 days
2025 Asia Triathlon Duathlon Cup to Take Place in Ulaanbaatar 3 days
Mongolia Welcomes New Zealand Speaker Gerry Brownlee 3 days
Tsogtgerel Odon Elected Chairman of Democratic Party 3 days
Fifteen Emergency Management Officers to Serve in Peacekeeping Operation 3 days
Mongolia Wins Gold at World Judo Cadets Championships for 2nd Year 3 days
Mongolian National Olympic Committee to Support Consultant Kazuhito Sakae 3 days
'Endless Surroundings' Exhibition Opens at HUE Art Gallery 3 days
This Week in Mongolia 3 days
President of Mongolia U. Khurelsukh Received by President of China Xi Jinping 3 days
President of Mongolia Arrives in Tianjin for SCO Tianjin Summit 2025 3 days
From Concert Halls to Classrooms: Lithuania’s Diplomatic Journey in Mongolia 5 days
Governor-General of Australia to Pay State Visit Mongolia 6 days
B. Erkhembayar Wins Silver Medal at 16th Asian Shooting Championships 6 days
IFC to Explore Growth Potential of Mongolia’s Cashmere Sector 6 days
Mining Sector Requests Extension on New Royalty Calculation Method 6 days
Favorable Conditions Emerge for Cooperation with Polish Enterprises 6 days
PM Orders State Secretaries to Lead Anti-Corruption Drive 6 days
OBITUARY: In Memory of Mr. Besud Erdene Chuluunbat 6 days
Northeast Asian Countries Expand Regional Cooperation 7 days
Aandaa Erdenebileg: ‘My Vision Is to Stage a Ballet Gala in Mongolia with My International Colleagues’ 7 days
B. Khulan Wins Bronze at Judo Cadet World Championships 2025 7 days
Shooter E. Davaakhuu Wins Bronze at 16th Asian Championship 7 days
State to Conduct National Census of Mineral Licenses, Ownership, and Locations 7 days
UNICEF Training Prepares 30 Trainers to Strengthen Children’s Voices 7 days
Kyrgyz Enterprises Seek to Import Meat from Mongolia 7 days
Thermal, Water Plant Deal Signed with Chinese Partnership 7 days
China-Mongolia Expo 2025 Underway 7 days
Mongolia, South Korea to Open Joint Rare Metals Research Center 8 days
Chinese Group Introduces Model Industrial Complex Project 8 days
NEMA rescues 40 People Nationwide Last Week 8 days
PM Receives MWF’s Request to Cooperate in Mental Health Protection 8 days
President Khurelsukh Hails Efforts to Protect Mongolian Heritage Abroad 8 days
Mongolia, US Discuss Cooperation in Investment, Mining, Tourism, Space Exploration 9 days
Ulaanbaatar, Bucheon Share Views on Traffic Congestion, Disaster Risks 9 days
PM Reaffirms Transparency in Budget Approval 9 days
Mongolia to Increase Coal Supply to China 9 days
A. Baasansuren: 'Wool and Cashmere Art Creates Warm Ambience and Positive Energy at Home' 9 days
Mongolia, Uzbekistan Explore Cooperation in Supporting Women 9 days
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