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Two soums of Dornogobi connected to central power grid
Construction work of 220 KW electric line with length of 160 km from Oyu Tolgoi mine to Tsagaan Suvarga mine is completed and Mandakh and Khatanbulag soums of Dornogobi aimag centers are connected to the centralized power grid.  Prior to this, 120-km long 35 KW electric line from Tsagaan Suvarga to Khatanbulag soum and 22 KW electric line from Tsagaan suvarga to Mandakh soum had been constructed, waiting for this line to complete.
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21 aimags and 285 soums being connected to internet
Today on 19 June, a launch event of ‘E-soum’ project, which is being implemented by the Government, was held at Shangri La Hotel. The Government has formulated policies and is implementing several programs and projects targeted at the development of information and communications sector. Electronization of soums is being implemented in three stages within the programs and projects. 
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Mongolian wrestlers win 6 medals in Asian Junior Championships
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/ Mongolian wrestlers, who competed in the Asian Junior Freestyle Wrestling Championships, claimed two gold medals, one silver and three bronze. N. Nasanbuyan in the men’s 50 kg and B.Tsetsegbayar in the women’s 72 category won gold medals, becoming 12th and 13th Asian junior champions from Mongolia.  M.Lhagvagerel became silver medalist in the men’s 120 kg, while bronze medalists were B.Ariunbold (55 kg), M.Tsogtgerel (84 kg) and B.Chimgee (women’s 48 kg).
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First harvest of strawberry expected in South Gobi
The first harvest of strawberry, grown in South Gobi with two cultivars of strawberries of South Korea, is expected before the National Naadam Festival on July 11. Within the Mongolia-South Korea joint project “Green wall”, professors and students of the Mongolian University of Life Sciences (MULS) in collaboration with local community of Umnugobi aimag carried out strawberry plantation on a 1500 square meter field.
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Western shore region of Khuvsgul Lake connected to electricity network
A region on the western shore of the Khuvsgul Lake, one of the top tourist attractions of Mongolia has been connected to the central electricity network. Construction work of 16 KW electricity line and sub-station were completed within 40 days.
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Advance payment for apartment to be provided to Ger district residents
180 thousand families of the capital are to be enabled to buy an apartment, pledging their currently owned land as collateral for the apartment’s advance payment.  Governor of Ulaanbaatar city S.Batbold today, 16 June, announced that an Apartment fund for air pollution reduction in the capital, which finances advance payment for residents’ to buy apartment, has been established.
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Nine forest fires burning over the country
As of 15 June, there are 9 forest fires burning nationwide, namely, two in Yeroo soum of Selenge aimag, one in Umnudelger soum of Khentii aimag, one in Erdene and one in Mungunmorit soum of Tuv aimag, one in Teshig soum of Bulgan aimag and three in Ulaanbaatar. In connection with the forest fire and dryness situation, yesterday, Deputy PM U.Khurelsukh held a meeting with the authorities of the National Emergency Management Agency, Ministry of Environment and Tourism and National Agency for Meteorology and Environment Monitoring (NAMEM).
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Minister Ts.Dashdorj: Income from mining to be devoted for processing industry
The mining sector will be a motivation for processing industry through the devotion of mining income for other sectors, in other words, the economy will be diversified, highlighted Minister of Mining and Heavy Industry Ts.Dashdorj. An open day of geology, mining and heavy industry sector is being held on 14-15 June at the Sukhbaatar Square, activities of the Ministry, its agencies, departments and state-owned companies being reported and requested information is being delivered to the public.
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Major fire breaks out at Gobi Factory
A fire broke out at the main factory of the Mongolia’s largest cashmere product manufacturer “Gobi” JSC, burning down the roof of entire factory complex last night.
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List of equipment and spare parts exempt from tax approved
On May 14, during its Cabinet meeting, the Government approved a list of equipment and spare parts for small and medium enterprises, which are to be exempted from customs tax until 31 December 2018.  The Government action program in 2016-2020 indicates that domestic production would be backed by tax and customs service. Moreover, producers and professional organizations requested to extend the effective period of the previous resolution and add 623 types of equipment to the list. Considering these, the Government passed the new list, which includes 641 types of equipment of 27 sectors. 
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1000 families’ apartments to be built with Chinese aid
1000 families’ apartments will be built in Ulaanbaatar with non-refundable aid from the Chinese Government, in pursuant to the agreement by PM of Mongolia J.Erdenebat and Premier of the State Council of the People’s Republic of China Li Keqiang during the PM’s visit to China in May.  Recently, working group delegates headed by Deputy Minister of Construction and Urban Development Sh.Lhamsuren worked in Bugat city (Baotou of Inner Mongolia, Autonomous region of People’s Republic of China).
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World Blood Donor Day marked
Today, 14 June, the Mongolians marked World Blood Donor Day for the 14th times. The National Blood Transfusion and Research Center, Mongolian Red Cross Society, National Emergency Management Agency and Mongolian Donors Union jointly organized an open day at the National Park.
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Mongolian Immigration Agency
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Auction for land licenses announced
The Land Management Department of the capital city announced an open auction for licenses of land possession and use. Land licenses for purposes of establishing house and apartment town, recreation place and tourist spot as well as trade center in 15 sites of Bayangol, Bayanzurkh, Khan-Uul and Songino-Khairhan districts will be on auction.
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State Secretary of Foreign Ministry meets Austrian Ambassador
State Secretary of Ministry of Foreign Affairs D.Davaasuren met with Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Austria to Mongolia Irene Giner-Reichl in connection with her completion of her diplomatic service. The parties talked about bilateral cooperation, projects to be implemented with soft loan of EUR40 million from Austria within Intergovernmental agreement between Mongolia and Austria on financial cooperation.
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Consumer price index increased nationwide
In May 2017, the national consumer price index across the country increased by 0.5 per cent compared with the previous month, by 4.7per cent compared with the end of previous year and by 3.7per cent compared with the same period of 2016. This change of 3.7 per cent from the same period of the previous year was mainly due to 9.8 per cent increase in prices of transport group (purchase of vehicles increased by 20.8 per cent), 2.1 per cent in food and non-alcoholic beverages group (milk products increased by 13.8 per cent) and 2.7 per cent in prices for clothing, footwear and cloth group. 
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Registered unemployment lowered
At the end of May 2017, Labor and Social Welfare Services Agencies have registered 39.4 thousand job seekers, of which 72.3 per cent unemployed and remaining 27.7 per cent were people employed but looking for a new or extra job. Compared to the same period a year ago, registered unemployment decreased by 15.4 per cent, and by 13.7 per cent compared to a month ago. There are no major differences between registered unemployment by sex, with 51 per cent of women.  
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Altai airport launches new runway
Altai airport under the Civil Aviation Authority in Gobi-Altai aimag, situated in the western part of Mongolia, some 1000 km from Ulaanbaatar, has now new paved runway. The  opening ceremony was held  on 12 June with attendance of Minister of Road and Transport Development D.Ganbat, Chairman of the Civil Aviation Authority L.Byambasuren, MP Sh.Radnaased, authorities of Gobi-Altai aimag  and other officials. 
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Meal, Ready-to-Eat to be supplied for Mongolian military
“Uuts-1” ready-to-eat packaged meal made from domestic food products is ready for Mongolian military food supply. The nutritious and nourishing meal, which meets international standard and hygienic requirements as well as supports domestic production, has been studied since 2013 to be introduced for military supply and norms of meal were approved by the Defense Minister in 2015. 
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Tsagaan Suvarga Mountain taken under local protection
Tsagaan Suvarga Mountain, located in the territory of Mandakh soum, Dornogobi has been taken into locally protected area (LPA) by classification of natural reserves, with the decision of the Citizens Representative Meeting of Dornogobi aimag.
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Funds Raised from Bond to Be Allocated for Milk and Dairy Production 5 hours
Smart Greenhouse Complex to Be Established in Ulaanbaatar 8 hours
Thermal Power Stations Instructed to Work under Special Regime 11 hours
Government Discusses Amendments to State Budget at Its First Session 11 hours
Mongolian Writers to Take Part in Beijing International Book Fair 1 day
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Prime Minister of Mongolia Appoints Ministers 1 day
Prime Minister Presents Nominees for Members of the Government to President of Mongolia 2 days
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State Great Khural Members Meet IMF Staff Team 2 days
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This Week in Mongolia 4 days
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Early Detection for Autism Spectrum Disorders to Be Improved 6 days
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Uilstuguldur Altankhuyag Appointed Chief of Staff of the Office of the President of Mongolia 6 days
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372 Athletes Will Receive Ranking Points for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games 6 days
“Morin Khuur” Play Named Best at Baikal Mascot International Theater Festival 6 days
34th Prime Minister Zandanshatar Gombojav Receives Government Seal of Mongolia 6 days
People's Artist E. Amartuvshin Named One of the World's Top Five Opera Singers 7 days
Gold, Mined by Artisanal and Small-Scale Miners of Mongolia to Be Supplied to International Jewelry Companies 7 days
Zandanshatar Gombojav Appointed as Prime Minister of Mongolia 7 days
Student Police to Provide Assistance and Information for Tourists in Ulaanbaatar 7 days
Center of Excellence for English Language Teaching Opens in Ulaanbaatar 7 days
FIDE World Rapid and Blitz Team Chess Championships 2025 Underway 7 days
Standing Committee on State Structure Approves Proposal to Appoint Zandanshatar Gombojav as Prime Minister 7 days
President of Mongolia Submits Proposal to Nominate Zandanshatar Gombojav as Prime Minister of Mongolia to Parliament 7 days
Construction Work on 41 Hectares of Selbe Sub-Center Project Open for the Private Sector 7 days
Asia Folk 2025 Festival to Be Held for the Seventh Year in Ulaanbaatar 7 days
Lawyer Robert Painter: “It’s a Joy to See the T-Bataar Back Home and Smiling Happier Than Ever” 7 days
“Khasyn Khuleguud” Team Advances to the Semifinals of the Basketball Champions League Asia 2025 7 days
Asia Reference Center for Election Observation to Be Established in Mongolia 7 days
Mongolia Participates in the 113th Session of the International Labor Conference in Geneva 7 days
Draft Law on Amendments to the Law on the State Great Khural Submitted 7 days
Playtime Festival to Welcome 100,000 Attendees 8 days
Mongolian Boxers Claim Twelve Medals at World Boxing Cup European Series 2025 8 days
Mongolia Celebrates Buddha Day Nationwide 8 days
Mongolian Basketball Team “Xac Broncos” Advances to Basketball Champions Asia Quarterfinals 9 days
Mongolian Judokas to Compete in the 2025 World Judo Championships Depart for Budapest 9 days
“Danshig Naadam - Khuree Tsam 2025” to Be Held on June 27-29 9 days
Ministry of Environment and Climate Change of Mongolia and the Global Land Initiative to Cooperate in Combating Desertification and Land Degradation 9 days
Silver Gerege Discovered on the Territory of Mongolia for the First Time 9 days
Buddha Day: A Day of Compassion, Empathy, and Loving Kindness 9 days
Honorary Reception Commemorating 75 Years of Mongolia-Poland Relations Held 9 days
Contract for the Construction of Gashuunsukhait-Gantsmod Cross-Border Railway Signed 9 days
Aviation Meteorological Center Introduces ISO 9001:2015 Quality-Management System 9 days
MPP Nominates Zandanshatar Gombojav for Prime Minister of Mongolia 10 days
Mongolian Youths to Study U.S. Political Systems Under MUNCEP-2025 10 days
Davaadalai Tumendalai: Solid Construction Waste Can Be Recycled and Put Into Economic Circulation as Gravel and Aggregate 10 days
“Students' Grove” Established at NUM Training and Research Center in Kharkhorin 10 days
Mongolian Chess Players to Compete in the FIDE World Rapid and Blitz Team Chess Championships 10 days
The "Mongolian Gallery" Exhibition Opens in Calgary City of Canada 10 days
The "Czech Villadom" Project to Provide Green Housing for 40 Households Launches 10 days
Legal Regulations Protecting Taxpayers’ Rights and Interests Enforced 10 days
Acting Foreign Minister of Mongolia Receives Non-Resident Ambassador of Oman to Mongolia 10 days
Third State Central Hospital Introduces Surgery for Deep-Seated Brain Tumors 11 days
This Week in Mongolia 11 days
Honorable Mr. Ban Ki-moon Donates MNT 180 Million in Support of the “Billions of Trees” National Movement 13 days
Impressions and Insights of the Distinguished Guests of the Sustainability Dialogue 2025 13 days
Strings of the Soul: Fiddleland Ensemble in Concert 13 days
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