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VAT refunds expected within first quarter of 2018
The 20 percent Value-added Tax (VAT) refund for the purchases of 2017 will be issued within the first quarter of this year.
2727 days
Democratic Party reviews its 2017
The 2nd Meeting of the Democratic Party’s National Policy Committee took place on December 30 in the State House.
2727 days
Last Bogd Jebtsundamba exhibition held
On December 29, a traditional exhibition titled ‘The Last Bogd Jebtsundamba’ opened at the Bogd Khaan Palace Museum.
2727 days
State titles, orders and medals presented
President Kh.Battulga presented state titles, orders and medals on December 29, on the occasion of the 106th anniversary of the Restoration of National Freedom and Independence. 
2730 days
‘Mongolist of 2017’ award goes to Russian scholar Anna Tsendina
On December 28, President Kh.Battulga received and congratulated Mongolist Anna Tsendina, who has been named the Mongolist of the Year by the International Association for Mongol Studies (IAMS).
2730 days
Cabinet authorizes paid leave for parents
Government organizations of all levels have been instructed to issue a five-day paid leave to parents looking after their ill children under the age five.
2730 days
Today is National Freedom and Independence Day
Today, December 29 marks the 106th anniversary of the Restoration of National Freedom and Independence of Mongolia. 
2731 days
Diplomatic ranks awarded by President
President of Mongolia Kh.Battulga has issued decree to award ranks to diplomats who worked for many years with invincible effort and dedication in the international relations sphere of Mongolia. 
2731 days
Mongolia counts 66.2 million head of livestock
Mongolia has 66.2 million head of livestock, the preliminary results of annual livestock census reveal.
2732 days
Top 10 events around the world in 2017
MONTSAME Agency names Top 10 events around the world in 2017.  Following his victory in the 2016 Presidential Election, billionaire-turned-politician Donald Trump took office as the 45th President of the United States on January 20 under the slogan ‘America First’. The fight against corruption is going strong in many countries around the world, especially in the Republic of Korea where the President was ousted over bribery and abuse of power allegations. Since the beginning of 2017, rates of digital currency bitcoin increased sharply, and as of December 12, it exceeded USD 18 thousand, which made it popular among businessmen and ordinary people. Sexual misconduct and harassment scandals have been a major global agenda in 2017. The 19th Congress of the Communist Party of China (CPC) took place in Beijing this October. 2017 has proven to be a ripe year for science and technology. The Democratic People’s Republic of Korea has conducted frequent nuclear tests and launched ballistic missiles this year. The conflict in Syria, which has made the country a major hot zone in recent years, is gradually stabilizing.
2732 days
Cabinet meeting in brief
During its regular meeting on December 27, the Cabinet made following decisions.
2732 days
Cabinet modifies health insurance rates
During its regular meeting on December 27, the Cabinet modified the amount of health insurance fees.
2732 days
Migration from provinces to be halted until 2020
The Cabinet resolved to halt migration to the capital city until January 1, 2020 at its regular meeting on December 27.
2732 days
500 herding households to benefit from FAO project
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) will render dzud assistance to 100 households in 5 soums with the highest dzud risks.
2733 days
President to reward Mongolists on Liberation Day
President Kh.Battulga will present awards to Mongolists on December 29, the 106th anniversary of Restoring the National Freedom and Independence of Mongolia.
2733 days
Top 10 events in Mongolia in 2017
MONTSAME Agency names Mongolia's Top 10 highlights of 2017.   The Mongolian people elected former Member of Parliament Battulga Khaltmaa as Mongolia's 5th President in Mongolia’s first two-round election. On October 4, Parliament appointed former Deputy Prime Minister U.Khurelsukh as Mongolia’s 30th Prime Minister. The Mongolian Government and the IMF agreed on a three-year Extended Fund Facility (EFF) program with a total external financing package of USD 5.5 billion. The year 2017 has seen major developments in renewable energy with the inauguration of wind farms and solar power plants. Mongolia became the 51st country to send a satellite into space. Mongolian memory athletes of the National Intellectual Academy grabbed a total of 760 medals from 46 competitions and championships around the world in 2017.
2734 days
Mongolia appoints Ambassador-at-Large
Minister of Foreign Affairs D.Tsogtbaatar has appointed an Ambassador-at-Large in charge of pulling Mongolia out of the EU blacklist of 17 'tax havens'.
2735 days
President Kh.Battulga visits children’s hospitals
President Kh.Battulga visited some hospitals on December 24, directing focus on the increasing cases of flu and prevention measures.
2735 days
President expresses stance on ambassadorial appointments
President of Mongolia Kh.Battulga has expressed his concerns regarding the prolonged process surrounding ambassadorial appointments.  
2735 days
Constitutional Court rules out provision concerning MP's immunity
On December 20, the Constitutional Court ruled to scrap a provision in Law of Mongolia on the State Great Khural concerning the immunity of Parliament members.
2738 days
Parliamentary Resolution for Establishing Green Financing System Approved 11 hours
Meeting Held with Representatives from OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights 14 hours
His Majesty Emperor Naruhito and Her Majesty Queen Masako to Pay State Visit to Mongolia 15 hours
Funds Raised from Bond to Be Allocated for Milk and Dairy Production 1 day
Smart Greenhouse Complex to Be Established in Ulaanbaatar 1 day
Thermal Power Stations Instructed to Work under Special Regime 1 day
Government Discusses Amendments to State Budget at Its First Session 1 day
Mongolian Writers to Take Part in Beijing International Book Fair 3 days
Mongolian Darts Player Tergel Khurelkhuu Tops the World Rankings 3 days
Prime Minister of Mongolia Appoints Ministers 3 days
Prime Minister Presents Nominees for Members of the Government to President of Mongolia 3 days
Gankhaich Wins Bronze Medal at World Judo Championships 3 days
State Great Khural Members Meet IMF Staff Team 4 days
Mongolian Boxers Win 16 Medals at the World Boxing Cup European Series 2025 4 days
Mongolia Promotes Its Culture at the Festival of Embassies in Prague 4 days
Mongolia to Cooperate with the United Kingdom in the Field of Mineral Resources 4 days
Open-Air Museum to Be Established on the Ruins of Old City of Kharakhorum 4 days
GMIT Celebrates Graduation of Eighth Cohort 4 days
“Mongol-B” Team Wins Gold Medal at the World Rapid and Blitz Team Championships 5 days
General Department of Taxation Awarded Silver Gender Equality Seal 5 days
Young People with Disabilities Launch Advocacy Campaign 5 days
This Week in Mongolia 5 days
Reconstruction of Kharkhorin City Begins 5 days
Early Detection for Autism Spectrum Disorders to Be Improved 7 days
Mongolian and International MMA Fighters to Participate in the “Khangarid Cup” 7 days
Uilstuguldur Altankhuyag Appointed Chief of Staff of the Office of the President of Mongolia 7 days
Mongolia-People’s Republic of China Joint Border Commission Agrees on Infrastructure and Security Priorities 7 days
“Chopiniana” and “Paquita” Ballets to be Staged at the Mongolian State Academic Theatre of Opera and Ballet 8 days
372 Athletes Will Receive Ranking Points for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games 8 days
“Morin Khuur” Play Named Best at Baikal Mascot International Theater Festival 8 days
34th Prime Minister Zandanshatar Gombojav Receives Government Seal of Mongolia 8 days
People's Artist E. Amartuvshin Named One of the World's Top Five Opera Singers 8 days
Gold, Mined by Artisanal and Small-Scale Miners of Mongolia to Be Supplied to International Jewelry Companies 8 days
Zandanshatar Gombojav Appointed as Prime Minister of Mongolia 8 days
Student Police to Provide Assistance and Information for Tourists in Ulaanbaatar 8 days
Center of Excellence for English Language Teaching Opens in Ulaanbaatar 8 days
FIDE World Rapid and Blitz Team Chess Championships 2025 Underway 8 days
Standing Committee on State Structure Approves Proposal to Appoint Zandanshatar Gombojav as Prime Minister 8 days
President of Mongolia Submits Proposal to Nominate Zandanshatar Gombojav as Prime Minister of Mongolia to Parliament 8 days
Construction Work on 41 Hectares of Selbe Sub-Center Project Open for the Private Sector 8 days
Asia Folk 2025 Festival to Be Held for the Seventh Year in Ulaanbaatar 8 days
Lawyer Robert Painter: “It’s a Joy to See the T-Bataar Back Home and Smiling Happier Than Ever” 8 days
“Khasyn Khuleguud” Team Advances to the Semifinals of the Basketball Champions League Asia 2025 9 days
Asia Reference Center for Election Observation to Be Established in Mongolia 9 days
Mongolia Participates in the 113th Session of the International Labor Conference in Geneva 9 days
Draft Law on Amendments to the Law on the State Great Khural Submitted 9 days
Playtime Festival to Welcome 100,000 Attendees 9 days
Mongolian Boxers Claim Twelve Medals at World Boxing Cup European Series 2025 9 days
Mongolia Celebrates Buddha Day Nationwide 9 days
Mongolian Basketball Team “Xac Broncos” Advances to Basketball Champions Asia Quarterfinals 10 days
Mongolian Judokas to Compete in the 2025 World Judo Championships Depart for Budapest 10 days
“Danshig Naadam - Khuree Tsam 2025” to Be Held on June 27-29 10 days
Ministry of Environment and Climate Change of Mongolia and the Global Land Initiative to Cooperate in Combating Desertification and Land Degradation 10 days
Silver Gerege Discovered on the Territory of Mongolia for the First Time 10 days
Buddha Day: A Day of Compassion, Empathy, and Loving Kindness 10 days
Honorary Reception Commemorating 75 Years of Mongolia-Poland Relations Held 10 days
Contract for the Construction of Gashuunsukhait-Gantsmod Cross-Border Railway Signed 11 days
Aviation Meteorological Center Introduces ISO 9001:2015 Quality-Management System 11 days
MPP Nominates Zandanshatar Gombojav for Prime Minister of Mongolia 11 days
Mongolian Youths to Study U.S. Political Systems Under MUNCEP-2025 11 days
Davaadalai Tumendalai: Solid Construction Waste Can Be Recycled and Put Into Economic Circulation as Gravel and Aggregate 11 days
“Students' Grove” Established at NUM Training and Research Center in Kharkhorin 11 days
Mongolian Chess Players to Compete in the FIDE World Rapid and Blitz Team Chess Championships 11 days
The "Mongolian Gallery" Exhibition Opens in Calgary City of Canada 12 days
The "Czech Villadom" Project to Provide Green Housing for 40 Households Launches 12 days
Legal Regulations Protecting Taxpayers’ Rights and Interests Enforced 12 days
Acting Foreign Minister of Mongolia Receives Non-Resident Ambassador of Oman to Mongolia 12 days
Third State Central Hospital Introduces Surgery for Deep-Seated Brain Tumors 12 days
This Week in Mongolia 12 days
Honorable Mr. Ban Ki-moon Donates MNT 180 Million in Support of the “Billions of Trees” National Movement 14 days
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