MONGOLIAN NATIONAL
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2025-10-14 22:36:58
Model hospital building to be constructed by Austrian Vamed Engineering
A new model hospital building with 150-200 beds will be constructed in Songinokhairkhan district by Vamed Engineering company of Austria. The company won the bid of construction and equipment supply of the hospital, which will be built within the Fourth Health Sector Development project. Today, the Ministry of Health established a contract with the Vamed Engineering Company.
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IMF approves Financial Arrangement for Mongolia
On May 24, the Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund approved a three-year extended arrangement under Extended Fund Facility (EFF) for Mongolia in a total amount of about USD434.3 million to support the country’s economic reform program. Other financing partners, including the Asian Development Bank, the World Bank, Japan, and Korea, have also committed to provide budgetary and project support, and the People’s Bank of China has agreed to extend its swap line with the Bank of Mongolia. In sum, the total financing package amounts to about USD5.5 billion. The Board’s approval of the arrangement enables the immediate disbursement of an amount equivalent to about USD38.6 million. The Executive Board had postponed its meeting on April 28 due to a parliamentary resolution clause on currency transmission of large-scale projects through Mongolian banks. Therefore on May 05, the parliament cancelled the resolution clause.
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Miyakonojo city delegation meets Parliamentary Speaker
Today, May 24, Japanese delegates from Miyakonojo city, headed by the city Mayor Ikeda Takahisa, who are on a visit to Mongolia at the invitation of Ulaanbaatar Mayor S.Batbold, paid a courtesy call on Parliamentary Speaker M.Enkhbold.  
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Government debt amounts to MNT20 trillion, below the threshold
As of the first quarter of this year, the Government debt is around MNT20 trillion, comprised of foreign debt of MNT13 trillion, internal debt of MNT5 trillion and Government guaranteed outstanding loan of MNT1 trillion. At the end of 2016, the Government debt totaled to MNT22 trillion, including foreign debt of MNT12 trillion, domestic debt of MNT6 trillion and Government guaranteed loan of MNT3 trillion. 
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Ticket machines to be available for inter-city transportation
Two ticket machines for Inter-city transportation were installed at Dragon center and at Bayanzurkh passenger transportation center. The Ministry of Road and Transport Development, National Auto Transportation Center  and ‘Metatek’ Company are carrying out test for a month to introduce it to transportation services.
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Parking complex to be built at entrance to hiking trail of Bogd Khan Mountain
A complex station of car and bicycle parking, bus stop and taxi stand will be built at the entrance to the hiking trail of the Bogd Khan Mountain, Strictly Prohibited Area (SPA), covering 1.2 ha of land. The Bogd Khan Mountain, lies in the south of Ulaanbaatar city is one of attractive traveling areas for Mongolians as well as foreigners.    There are three main routes of hiking trails to the Bogd Khan Mountain, and the busiest route Zaisan-Dugui Tsagaan-Baruun Shireet is occupied by 4000-5000 people during the weekends and 350-400 cars aggregate at the starting point, blocking the area. 
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Deputy PM attending 5th Global Platform for Disaster Risk Reduction
Mongolian delegation, headed by Deputy Prime Minister U.Khurelsukh is attending the  5th Global Platform for Disaster Risk Reduction in Cancún, Mexico, from 22 to 26 May. The Global Platform for Disaster Risk Reduction, as recognized by the UN General Assembly, is the main forum at the global level for strategic advice, coordination, partnership development and the review of progress in the implementation of international instruments on disaster risk reduction. It was established in 2006 and is now the world's foremost gathering of stakeholders committed to reducing disaster risk and building the resilience of communities and nations. Over 5000 representatives of governments, international organizations and civil society including some prime ministers, member of parliaments, and UN high ranking officials are attending the conference.  
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Salary loan interest lowered for doctors and teachers
Doctors and teachers of state-owned medical institutions, schools and kindergartens now can get salary loan with 18 per cent interest rate and without additional fee, while general salary loan interest amounts to 21-23 per cent. 
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First heart transplant performed on animal
A surgical team of the First State Central Hospital, led by Academician N.Baasanjav performed the first experimental heart transplant on an animal on May 19. The hospital is implementing a program to introduce high technology of organ and cell transplantation and this kind of experimental surgeries will be carried on further.
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Peace Corps to cooperate with Health Ministry in health education project
The US Peace Corps is to implement a new health education project in Mongolia and today, May 19, Director of Peace Corps Mongolia Gene Nixon and Health Minister A.Tsogtsetseg signed a Memorandum of Mutual Understanding to cooperate within the project.  Mr Gene Nixon expressed his pleasure to implement new project with the Government of Mongolia targeted at capacity building of children and youths for enhancing healthy lifestyles and life skills.
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Government obstacles to businesses to be eliminated legitimately
478 licenses out of 914, that are equired to be obtained by business entities were cancelled to support businesspeople through reducing barriers and red tape and the issue will be improved further by passing a law on Special license, said Minister of Justice and Home Affairs S.Byambatsogt. Today, the minister attended “Business breakfast” organized by Mongolian National Chamber of Commerce and Industry, sharing his views with businessmen on legal environment of businesses and pressing issues.
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Mongolian heritage day held at World Bank headquarters
Mongolian Embassy in USA in collaboration with the World Bank organized ‘Mongolian Heritage Day’ cultural event on May 16-17 at the WB Headquarters in Washington, D.C.,
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3rd Energy Mongolia conference & exhibition concludes
The annual ‘Energy Mongolia’ international conference & exhibition took place on May 17-18 at the Corporate Hotel & Convention Center, gathering about 270 international and local delegates representing over 45 organizations from Mongolia, the Russian Federation, the People’s Republic of China and other countries.
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Three candidates to run for president
On May 17, the General Election Commission held a press conference to announce the names of candidates for the upcoming Presidential Election to be held on June 26.     
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Mongolian heritage day held at World Bank Headquarters
Mongolian Embassy in USA in collaboration with the World Bank organized ‘Mongolian Heritage Day’ cultural event on May 16-17 at the WB Headquarters in Washington, D.C., US.  The event, dedicated to the 30th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Mongolia and USA, was attended by representatives from US State Department, US Department of Defense, World Bank, International Monetary Fund and Mongolians people residing in the US as well as foreigners who are interested in Mongolia.
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Barriers in public spaces to be removed
Fences, walls or any barriers that create obstacles to pavement, exit or entrance of public places and auto road will be removed to free public spaces. The works, which have been done to improve passing capacity of streets, pavements and roads, were reported to the Capital Governor’s Council yesterday and Ulaanbaatar Mayor S.Batbold assigned relevant officials to intensify the works.
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Large-scale projects to be implemented in coming years in collaboration with China
Mongolia and China established 21 cooperation agreements and memorandums during Prime Minister J.Erdenebat’s visit to the People's Republic of China. Significances of some of the documents were asked by a MONTSAME correspondent from relevant officials and business delegates.
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Mongolian pilot wins bronze medal in paragliding
Mongolian pilot Ariunbat Khadkhuu won bronze medal in an international competition of paragliding took place Malaysia. It is the first team medal of Mongolian paragliders from an international tournament. Three Mongolian pilots competed in the competition among 74 pilots from 28 countries.  
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IMF Executive Board to discuss Mongolia's request next Wednesday
The International Monetary Fund Executive Board is scheduled to discuss Mongolia's request to implement Extended Fund Facility (EFF) during its meeting on May 24. Minister of Finance B.Choijilsuren was interviewed on this matter and other issues concerning the EFF program. Has the meeting schedule of the IMF Executive Board been confirmed? Is there a guarantee that the meeting will not be delayed again? Deputy Governor of Bank of Mongolia and I attended the spring meeting of Asian Development Bank on May 08, during which we met with relevant IMF officials and confirmed the meeting schedule.
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Ts.Munkh-Orgil: Many pressing issues of bilateral ties resolved during PM's visit to China
Minister of Foreign Affairs Ts.Munkh-Orgil gave an interview to the media about Prime Minister J.Erdenebat’s visit to the People’s Republic of China. The Minister said “- The two countries agreed that the countries have full potential to develop bilateral relations as we have no political argument and no conflict on border issues, which share borderline of 4700 km". 
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Prime Minister of India Welcomes President of Mongolia 5 hours
Finance Ministry and European Investment Bank to Sign EUR1 Billion Cooperation Agreement 5 hours
Central Bank Discusses Future of Digital Payments in Mongolia 6 hours
Caritas Czech Republic Hands Over 20 Years of Project Records to General Authority for Archives of Mongolia 6 hours
Hay and Forage Production Surges in 2025 Harvest Season 10 hours
Mongolian Men’s Table Tennis Team Qualifies for 2026 World Championships 10 hours
Winter Preparations for 2025-2026 Underway 11 hours
President of Mongolia Arrives in India for State Visit 12 hours
Standing Committee Members Meets Czech Senate Deputy Speaker Jitka Seitlová 13 hours
Indian External Affairs Minister Pays Courtesy Call on President Khurelsukh 13 hours
Artist Zolbootuguldur Orgil Guiding Audience Through Mysterious Realm of Endurance 13 hours
Sludge Processing Plant Construction Set to Begin Next Year in Ulaanbaatar 13 hours
Winter Preparation 93 Percent Complete in Ulaanbaatar 13 hours
Mongolian Sumo Wrestlers to Compete in 'London Basho 2025' 1 day
President Khurelsukh’s Visit Marks 70 Years of Mongolia-India Diplomatic Relations 1 day
World Conservation Congress Taking Place in Abu Dhabi 1 day
First Mongolian Conference of Young Scientists Announced 1 day
Information Provided to Mongolians Living and Working in Austria 1 day
Burentugs Purev Wins Bayangol District’s 60th Anniversary Wrestling Tournament 1 day
‘Truth’ Photography Exhibition Shows Historical Facts 1 day
New Judges Elected at Mongolia’s Judicial General Council Third Session 1 day
Semi-Coke Fuel Plant to Be Built at Baganuur Coal Mine 1 day
PM Urged Officials to Focus on Duties and Prevent Weather Hardships Instead of Political Disputes 1 day
Experience Energy, Memories at ‘40 GHz’ Exhibition 1 day
Mongolian Wrestlers Win Eight Medals at World Championships 1 day
'Because I Am a Girl' Conference Marks International Day in Mongolia 1 day
Mongolia’s First International Standard Approved 1 day
Mayor Nyambaatar: Enterprises Must Fulfill Obligations Under the Law on Water of Mongolia 1 day
This Week in Mongolia 1 day
State Secretary of Ministry of Food, Agriculture and Light Industry of Mongolia Meets FAO Director-General 3 days
President of Mongolia Khurelsukh Ukhnaa to Pay State Visit to India 4 days
Over 14,000 Earthquakes Recorded in Mongolia in First Ten Months of 2025 4 days
Mongolian Team to Compete in Upcoming Season of Netflix’s ‘Physical: 100’ 4 days
“Uushgi” Brand Named Best Startup Project in Western Mongolia 4 days
Chairman of Mongolian-Cuban Parliamentary Group Meets Cuban Ambassador 4 days
Passenger and Freight Vehicle Imports Decline 4 days
UWW Women in Wrestling Global Forum 2025 Held in Mongolia 4 days
Erdenes Mongol Joins Kharkhorum City in Development and Tree Planting Effort 4 days
Mongolian Film Projects to Participate in 2026 Berlinale European Film Market 4 days
Emeelt Eco Industrial Park to Develop in Eastern and Western Zones 4 days
‘The Wolves Always Come at Night’ Chronicles Mongolian Nomadic Life, Nominated for 2026 Academy Awards 4 days
Mongolia’s Judiciary Gathers to Elect New General Council Members 5 days
Khomyn Tal National Park Recognized as Mongolia’s 12th UNESCO Biosphere Reserve 5 days
Emergency Management Agency Receives New Equipment to Enhance Disaster Response Capacity 5 days
Procurement and Construction of Premium New Distribution Center 5 days
‘Colors of Three Eras’ Special Exhibition Opens 5 days
Mongolia Highlights Social Development Priorities at UN General Assembly 5 days
30 Kilometers of Rainwater Drainage Pipelines to Be Installed in 2026 5 days
Advised to Manage Strategic Mineral Resources Prudently 5 days
Contract Signed for Housing Project of 1,800 Families in Khanyn Material 5 days
100.9 Kilometers of Roads Upgraded in Ulaanbaatar This Year 5 days
Prime Minister Orders Research on Possibilities of Increasing Teachers’ Salaries to MNT 3.5 Million 5 days
Ts. Batbaatar: ‘We Strive to Preserve and Develop Traditional Values of Photography’ 5 days
Parliamentary Committee Reviews Mongolia’s Response to Desertification and Water Security 5 days
Ulaanbaatar to Supply 170,000 Households with Semi-Coke Briquettes 6 days
Developing New Initiatives, Advancing Regional Cooperation 6 days
President Khurelsukh Presents State Orders and Medals to Mongolian Peacekeepers 6 days
Bogd Khaan’s Winter Palace Set for Restoration with Indian Support 6 days
Two Mongolian Directors Selected for Asia's 'Next Masters Support Program' 6 days
Gan-Orkhon Wins Gold at Asian Heyball Championship 6 days
Government Launches Online Drug Price Database to Curb Price Inflation 6 days
Mongolia, Singapore to Elevate Cooperation on Climate Action 6 days
World Bank: ‘East Asia and Pacific Regional Growth to Decline to 4.3 Percent’ 6 days
Experiencing ‘Beautiful Four Seasons’ Through Art 6 days
Mayor of Ulaanbaatar, District Governors Discuss 2026 Budget and Development Projects 6 days
Eight Hundred iPads Hand Over to 28 Secondary Schools 6 days
Mountaineer Zolbookhuu Summits Mount Manaslu 7 days
Governor of the Bank of Mongolia Named Among Top Central Bank Leaders 7 days
Emergency Commission Calls for Budget Approval for Severe Winter Preparation in Western Aimags 7 days
NTORC to Cooperate with University of ‘Tsukuba’ 7 days
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