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Orkhon Aimag Hosts Copper Festival to Boost Tourism and Mining
To promote domestic tourism and highlight its mining industry, Orkhon aimag is hosting the Copper Festival for the third year, taking place from September 18 to 20.
67 days
Consumer Prices in Mongolia Rise 8.8 Percent in August
According to the National Statistics Office, consumer prices for goods and services across Mongolia rose by 8.8 percent in August 2025 compared to the same month last year, and by 1.6 percent compared to the previous month.
68 days
'Origin': A Photographer’s Tribute to Endangered Languages
A solo exhibition titled “Origin” by U.S.-based photographer and contemporary artist Anja Brown, also known by her Mongolian name Oyunsuren Shagdarsuren, has opened at the Norpei Art Gallery, Ulaanbaatar.
68 days
Harvest Progress Update: Increases in Hay and Vegetable Yields, Drop in Potato Production
According to harvest progress data, as of August 2025, a total of 156.5 thousand tons of hay has been harvested nationwide. In addition, 24.5 thousand tons of vegetables, 9.4 thousand tons of potatoes, and 5 thousand tons of hand-prepared fodder have been collected.
68 days
Construction Starts on New Phase of Selbe 20-Minute City Development
The “Selbe 20-Minute City” model project is underway on 2,206 land units covering 158 hectares in Chingeltei and Sukhbaatar districts of Ulaanbaatar. While construction continues on about 4,000 apartments in the first phase, work officially began on September 16, 2025, by five companies selected through the latest tender to build the next phase: about 5,000 apartments across 73 blocks.
69 days
Ancient Tibetan Manuscripts Digitized at the National Library of Mongolia
The National Library of Mongolia, in collaboration with the United States Embassy in Mongolia and the Arizona-based nonprofit organization Asian Legacy Library, has completed the digitization, cataloging, and digital preservation of ancient Tibetan-language manuscripts and woodblock-printed books preserved at the National Library.
69 days
Emergency Weather Alerts to Be Delivered via E-Mongolia Notification System
The National Agency for Meteorology and Environmental Monitoring, in cooperation with the E-Mongolia Academy, has begun delivering alerts about hazardous and extreme weather events promptly through the E-Mongolia app’s notification system.
70 days
This Week in Mongolia
Summary of events for the week of September 15–21, 2025.
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Digital Bridge 2025 Tech Forum Set for October 2–4 in Astana
This year, the international tech forum Digital Bridge 2025 will take place in Astana from October 2 to 4, 2025. The theme of the forum, “Generative Nation,” reflects Kazakhstan’s strategic commitment to building a knowledge-based society driven by cutting-edge technologies and artificial intelligence.
73 days
Mongolia’s Largest Mining Event Highlights Investment and Responsible Mining
Mongolia’s largest mining event, “Mining Week & MinePro 2025,” officially opened on September 11, 2025, at the foot of Taij Khairkhan Mountain in Nalaikh District.
73 days
Kazakhstan’s Ministry of Digital Development Announces the First Holder of Digital Nomad Residency
Kazakhstan has issued its first 10-year residence permit under the Digital Nomad Residency program. The recipient is Pavel Filatov, Senior Analytics & BI Engineer with international experience, who has chosen Kazakhstan as a place to live and build his professional career.
73 days
General Meeting of Asia Securities Forum Opens in Ulaanbaatar
The 30th Annual General Meeting of the Asia Securities Forum has officially opened in Ulaanbaatar. This prestigious forum, considered the most significant in the securities sector of the Asia-Pacific region, brings together over 100 capital market experts from more than 20 countries. Participants are discussing key issues such as the development trends of capital markets, future cooperation, sustainable financing, digital transformation, regional integration, and investor protection.
74 days
Government Reports Operational Improvements at Erdenes Tavantolgoi Under Special Regime
In the first half of this year, Erdenes Tavantolgoi sold an average of 1.7 million tons of coal per month. After the implementation of the special regime, this figure increased to 2.7 million tons in July and August, representing a 1.6-fold rise compared to the previous average. 
74 days
Drug Enforcement Department to Operate as Independent Unit
Until the necessary legal framework is established, the Cabinet has decided at today’s session to expand the Drug Enforcement Department into an independent unit under the current police structure.
75 days
Procedure for Customs Inspection of Goods and Vehicles Revised
The “General Procedure for Customs Inspection of Goods and Vehicles Crossing the Customs Border” has been revised. 
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Prime Minister Zandanshatar Reviews Harvest Progress in Orkhon and Selenge
Prime Minister of Mongolia, Zandanshatar Gombojav, conducted a working visit to Orkhon and Selenge aimags on September 8, 2025, where the Premier met with local farmers and reviewed the progress of this year’s harvest.
76 days
Foreign Minister Expresses Mongolia’s Commitment to Advancing Beneficial Cooperation with Finland
At the invitation of Minister for Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Finland Elina Valtonen, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Mongolia, Battsetseg Batmunkh is paying an official visit to the Republic of Finland from July 30 to August 1, 2025. In the framework of her official visit, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Mongolia Battsetseg Batmunkh was received by President of the Republic of Finland Alexander Stubb on July 31.
115 days
Prime Minister Reviews Progress at Kharkhorum Redevelopment Site
Prime Minister Zandanshatar Gombojav visited the archaeological excavation site of the ancient capital Kharkhorum and the Great Khaans’ Garden to review the progress of the Kharkhorum city’s redevelopment plan and the development of the garden on July 26, 2025.
117 days
SOAP II Project Makes Progress in Darkhan-Uul Province
As the Government declared that Ulaanbaatar city's air pollution had reached a disaster threshold in 2017, the “Switch Off Air Pollution in Mongolian Cities” project funded by the European Union's Switch-Asia II Program was commenced, aiming to combat air pollution by decreasing the heat loss of detached houses in ger districts and increasing energy efficiency. The SOAP project is being implemented in two phases, running from 2018 to 2026. 
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“A Moment of Opportunity: Supercharging the Clean Energy Age”
OP-ED by António Guterres, Secretary-General of the United NationsCountries that cling to fossil fuels are not protecting their economies, they are sabotaging them – undermining competitiveness, and missing the greatest economic opportunity of the 21st century.
118 days
Young Talent Shines at the National Adult Chess Championships of Mongolia 40 minutes
Mongolia, Switzerland Sign Climate Agreement at COP 30 40 minutes
Mongolian Artist Crowned Winner of ‘Silk Way Star’ Song Competition 3 hours
Deputy PM Led Working Group Reviews Operations of Tsagaannuur Free Zone 3 hours
Mongolia Presents UNESCO Recognized Heritage 3 hours
GDP per Worker Reaches MNT 6.2 Million 4 hours
This Week in Mongolia 5 hours
Mongolia, Russia Sign MoU to Deepen Financial Cooperation 5 hours
PM Zandanshatar Orders Deployment of Additional Resident Doctors 5 hours
Commemorative Stamp Honors Legacy of First Spiritual Leader Zanabazar 1 day
Mongolia Celebrates National Pride Day Honoring Chinggis Khaan 3 days
President Awards Order of Chinggis Khaan to Academician Narangerel 3 days
Chuluun Sampildondov: Museum Aims at Contributing to Reshaping Global Perspectives on Chinggis Khaan 3 days
Mongolian Olympic Committee Honors Sporting Excellence 4 days
Schedule Updated for Bus Route to Chinggis Khaan International Airport 4 days
Mongolia, South Korea Advance Bilateral Agenda 4 days
Mongolia and Indonesia Hold First Business Forum 4 days
Mongolia, South Korea Intergovernmental Committee Holds Session 4 days
Foreign Minister Highlights ‘Physical: Asia’ as Boost to Mongolia’s International Image 4 days
MPP Group Backs Uchral for Speaker of Parliament 4 days
Porcelain Exhibition Opens in Honor of Factory’s 70th Anniversary 4 days
Education Infrastructure: 12 Schools, 24 Kindergartens set for 2025 Launch 4 days
MPP Conference Holds First Session, Elects New Leadership 5 days
Mongolia’s Social Development Achievements Highlighted at Doha Summit 5 days
Mongolia Seeks Closer Infrastructure, Humanitarian Cooperation with SCO Member States 5 days
UN Adopts Mongolia’s Resolution on Rural Women 5 days
China Donates Clinical Training Facility to Pediatric Rehabilitation Center 5 days
Prime Minister Zandanshatar Meets Chinese Premier Li Qiang 5 days
Prime Minister Zandanshatar Meets Russian President Vladimir Putin 5 days
Food Revolution Boosts Gazar Shim Capacity Twofold 5 days
Mongolian Team Fights for the Grand Prize in ‘Physical: Asia’ 5 days
Mongolia Seeks Closer Infrastructure, Humanitarian Cooperation with SCO Member States 5 days
Ministry of Environment, UN to Advance Public-Private Partnership 5 days
Wool, Cashmere Industry Export Potential: USD 1 Billion 6 days
First Two Bagh Schools Open at Uyench, Borshoo Borders 6 days
Global Human Security Expert Holds Lecture at National University of Mongolia 6 days
Mongolian Kettlebell Lifters Win 12 Medals at World Championship 6 days
Mongolian Landscape Photography 2025 Winners 6 days
Natsagdorj Literary Prize Winners 6 days
Mongolia to Propose Three Initiatives at COP17 6 days
Waste-to-Energy Plant to Generate 35 MW Annually 6 days
CAMC 2025 Mobilizes Regional Action on Media Viability in Tashkent 6 days
Trade and Development Bank Launches Google Pay for TDB Cards in Mongolia 6 days
Prime Minister, Rio Tinto Copper Chief Hold Talks on Oyu Tolgoi 6 days
Russian PM Mishustin: 'Petroleum Exports to Mongolia Will Increase' 6 days
Mongolia Japan Hospital Introduces Latest Laser Technology 6 days
Zandanshatar Arrives in Moscow for SCO Heads of Government Meeting 6 days
Mongolia Joins Latin America, Caribbean Nuclear Disarmament Conference 7 days
Historic Success at World Powerlifting Championships 7 days
Mongolia’s Foreign Population Exceeds 37,000 7 days
MPP Congress Elects Conference Members 7 days
Social Insurance Fund Income Increases by 15.9 Percent in First Nine Months 7 days
Alpine Skier Ariunbat Qualifies for Winter Olympics for the First Time 7 days
Mongolia Chairs UN 2026 International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists 7 days
Buddhist Sculptor Batzorig Delivers ‘Stupa’ Lecture 7 days
Bagakhangai-Hunnu City Railway Advances to Ease Congestion in Capital 7 days
This Week in Mongolia 7 days
Uchral Nyam-Osor Elected Chairman of MPP 7 days
'The Last Nomads' Debuts in Austria, Showcasing Mongolia’s Living Heritage 9 days
Cashmere Holding Exports to 10 Countries Under 'White Gold' National Movement 10 days
President Khurelsukh and Minister Enkhbayar Visit 'Chig' Brand Factory 10 days
Agreement Reached to Raise Salaries for Doctors and Health Workers 10 days
Mongolian Players Win Two Gold and One Bronze at FIDE World Amateur Chess Championship 10 days
Ambassador of Cuba Presents Copy of Letter of Credence 10 days
Insulated Household Count Grows as 1,391 Ger-Area Families Receive Support 10 days
Auditor General of Mongolia Meets ADB Delegation to Strengthen Audit Collaboration 10 days
UN Adopts 'Role of Cooperatives in Social Development' 10 days
Immigration Agency of Mongolia Launches New Visa Application Platform 10 days
600 Hectares Rehabilitated from Mining Damage in Selenge Aimag 11 days
Government Submits Five-Year Development Policy for 2026–2030 to Parliament 11 days
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