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Unemployed rate decreased to 9.1 percent
The unemployment rate of Mongolia reached an all time high of 11.6 percent in the first quarter of 2016 with 143 thousand unemployed people.  Within the framework of the Government’s policies on improving livelihoods and restoring the economy through creation of jobs, multiple job creating projects and programs have been implemented. As a result, the unemployed rate has reduced down to 9.1 percent with 115 thousand unemployed people in the first quarter of 2017.  
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MP J.Enkhbayar meets with Russian delegates
MP J.Enkhbayar, Head of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Security and Foreign Policy received Didigov Muharbek Ilyasovich, Deputy Chairman of the Federation Council Committee on Defense and Security of Russian Federation on June 21.
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Different breeds of sheep to be raised in mongolia
With an aim to improve sheep quality, Ministry of Food, Agriculture and Light Industry has brought in 657 sheep of Suffolk, Berrichon, Romanov and Merino breeds. These high-grade sheep will be used in Mongolian agriculture in accordance with the breeding strategic and policy. “Taishir-Urguu” LLC was selected as the first one to use them for breeding. The offspring of these sheep will be provided by order to private entities engaged in meat and wool production.
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Mazaalai satellite to orbit over Mongolia 5-6 times per day
Following “SpaceX Falcon 9” rocket launch, which delivered Mongolia's first satellite “Mazaalai” into space, a ceremony was held to award certificates to the investors and sponsors at the National University (NUM) of Mongolia on June 19.
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Stock Exchange Weekly Review (June 12 - 16)
During the period between June 12 and 16, 2017, MSE conducted 5 trading sessions with a total value of MNT 27,373,371,720. The daily average value was MNT 5.5 billion.
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Prime Minister invites investors as positive economic outlook seen for Mongolian economy
The second annual summit of the Business Council of Mongolia is being held on June 19-20. Under the theme “Regional Connectivity in Asia”, the main topics of infrastructure, power, mining, environmental awareness and other potential projects are being discussed. PM J.Erdenebat opened the summit with a speech and said “Foreign trade turnover of Mongolia steadily increased to USD 8.3 billion in 2016, while reached USD 4 billion in the first quarter of this year. Around 80 percent of the total exports consists of mining products. The Government is aiming to create multi-pillared economy by diversifying export products and manufacturing final products from the agricultural raw materials”.
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EU-standard meat factory to be built in Uvs aimag
During his visit to Uvs aimag, Minister of Food, Agriculture and Light Industry P.Sergelen attended the groundbreaking ceremony of “Khumen Negdel” LLC’s factory, which will manufacture meat and meat products under European Union standards with Austrian “BERTSCH LASKA” LLC’s equipment, on June 11.
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Gobi JSC stock price surges back after BoDs' announcement
Following the fire, which broke out at the cashmere factory of “Gobi” JSC on June 14, the Board of Directors made announcement to the shareholders on June 16.
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June 19 events
Following events are expected on June 19, Monday.
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Mongolian judo athletes train for World Championships
Mongolian judo athletes participated in the international joint trainings in the Republic of Korea and Japan. “World Senior Championship & Teams 2017”, an international Judo championship is expected to take place in Budapest, Hungary between August 28 and September 3. 
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Ulaanbaatar Dialogue on Northeast Asian Security concludes
The fourth Ulaanbaatar Dialogue on Northeast Asian Security, an international conference took place on June 15 and 16. Foreign Minister Ts.Munkh-Orgil made comment on the result of the conference.
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Lowered policy rate to yield results next year
The Bank of Mongolia lowered the policy rate by 2 percent, down to 12 percent yesterday, on May 15. Accordingly, BoM held press conference later that day.
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State Secretary of Foreign Ministry meets Japanese delegates
D.Davaasuren, State Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs received Japanese delegates, who are attending the fourth Ulaanbaatar Dialogue on North Asian Security international conference on June 15. The delegates led by Takizaki Shigeki, Deputy Director-General of the Asian Oceanian Affairs Bureau of Japan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs on June 15.
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Central bank policy rate lowered to 12 percent
The Bank of Mongolia’s Monetary Policy Committee held a meeting today on June 15 and lowered the policy interest rate down to 12 percent. Previously, the interest rate was set at 14 percent by the committee’s decision on March.  
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Major fire breaks out at Gobi cashmere factory
A fire broke out at the main factory of Mongolia's cashmere product manufacturer “Gobi” JSC, burning down the roof of entire factory complex last night. Authorities initially received the call at 10.45PM and National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) reacted immediately, deploying all available units.
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MIAT launches direct flight between Ulaanbaatar and Busan
MIAT Mongolian Airlines’ first Ulaanbaatar-Busan route flight is scheduled on June 22, Thursday. Starting from June 22, the twice-a-week flights will be regularly conducted from Ulaanbaatar on every Thursdays and Sundays. The newly established route is important in connecting Mongolian business owners to South Korea’s second most-populous city.
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MoU signed between Environment Ministry and General Agency for Specialized Investigation
In order to improve environmental policies and legal environment and activate inspections in the field, the Ministry of Environment and Tourism has decided to cooperate with General Agency for Specialized Investigation of Mongolia and signed a Memorandum of Understanding on June 13. The MoU was signed by Ts.Tsengel, State Secretary of Ministry of Environment and Tourism, and N.Tsagaankhuu, Inspector General of the State.
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BoM issues 1-week bills
The Bank of Mongolia issues 1 week bills worth MNT 608.4 billion at a weighted interest rate of 14.0 percent per annum.
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Stock Exchange Weekly Review (June 5 - 9)
During the period between June 05 and 09, 2017, MSE conducted 5 trading sessions with a total value of MNT 37,246,622,323.86. The daily average trading valued at MNT 7.4 billion.             
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Mongolian student creates number plate recognition system
E.Batzorig, student at Mongolian State University of Education, along with other students, has created a number plate recognition system. Within the framework of Ministry of Science, Education, Culture and Sports’ student development program, E.Batzorig created the technology using MNT 3 million.
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Their Majesties the Emperor and the Empress of Japan Visit Gandantegchenling Monastery 11 hours
State Flag Day Observed with Military Parade 20 hours
102 Wrestlers Holding National Titles to Compete in National Naadam Wrestling Tournament 21 hours
Bay Horse Trained by B. Gantig Wins National Naadam’s Khyazaalan Race 21 hours
Mongolia to Cooperate with The Asia Group to Improve Investment Climate 1 day
Ulaanbaatar Mayor Signs Memorandum of Understanding with UK Export Finance Agency to Boost Metro Project 1 day
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Visit General Education School in Ulaanbaatar 1 day
Prime Minister of Mongolia Holds Virtual Meeting with Local Governors 1 day
General Police Department: Facilities Ready to Assist Lost Children During Naadam Celebrations 1 day
His Majesty the Emperor of Japan Visits Mongol Koosen Technology College 1 day
Mongolia and France Sign Memorandum to Expand Civil Aviation Cooperation 1 day
Mongolia Economic Forum 2025: Government Commits to Investor-Friendly Policies and Economic Diversification 1 day
Feasibility Study for Ulaanbaatar Tram Project Approved 2 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Visit Memorial Complex for Japanese Nationals 3 days
Government to Gather Public Input on Certain Actions to Be Implemented Within 100 Days 3 days
Mongolia and China Agree to Expand Cooperation in Animal and Plant Quarantine 3 days
Over 7,000 Participants Showcase National Dress at 19th “Deeltei Mongol” Festival 3 days
President of Mongolia and First Lady Hold Official Meeting with Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan 3 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Officially Welcomed 3 days
Exhibition of Mongol Chest Features 19th–20th Century Traditional Mongolian Chests 3 days
Buryat State University Launches Center for Mongolian Language and Culture 3 days
His Majesty the Emperor of Japan Visits the Water Supply and Sewerage Authority 4 days
European Bank for Reconstruction and Development to Increase Investments 4 days
Two Mongolian Boxers Win Medals at World Cup 4 days
Mongolia Hosts Asia-Pacific Air Transport Facilitation Forum 4 days
His Majesty the Emperor of Japan Introduced to Gachuurt Water Source Project 4 days
Uchral Nyam-Osor: Economic Immunity Must Be Outcome of Long-Term Intelligent Policy 4 days
His Majesty Emperor Naruhito of Japan Visits Chinggis Khaan National Museum 4 days
Mongolia Transports Coal to China by Rail and Road until Cross-Border Railway Completion 4 days
MiningWeek & MinePro 2025: “Mining Momentum in Mongolia: Driving Progress and Responsibility” 4 days
This Week in Mongolia 4 days
His Majesty Emperor Naruhito and Her Majesty Empress Masako of Japan Arrive in Mongolia on a State Visit 5 days
Masterworks of Modern Mongolian Craftsmen Exhibited at the Chinggis Khaan National Museum 7 days
Launch Event of the SOAP II Project in Darkhan-Uul Aimag 7 days
NEMA Reports Rising Risk of Floods and Wildfires Across Mongolia 7 days
Mongolian Participants Depart for 57th International Chemistry Olympiad in United Arab Emirates 7 days
National Forum of Civil Servants Emphasizes Reforms for Effective Public Service 7 days
“Open Parliament: Expert” Senior Experience Sharing Program to Be Implemented 7 days
Mongolia to Cooperate with South Korea in Developing Specialized Social Protection Services 7 days
Mongolia’s “TOP-100” Businesses of 2024 Recognized 7 days
Mongolia Records 24 Moderate Earthquakes in First Half of 2025 7 days
Discussion Held on Improving Cooperation with Neighboring Countries in the Transport Sector 8 days
U. Tuya: Human Rights Education to Be Delivered at All Levels from Preschool to Higher Education 8 days
Ambassador Igawahara Masaru: "The State Visit of Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan will Open a New Chapter in the Relationship between Japan and Mongolia" 8 days
Nine State-Owned Energy Companies in Western Region Consolidated into Four 8 days
Functional Overlaps of Government Organizations to Be Eliminated 8 days
Mongolian Women’s Basketball Team Achieves Historic Silver Medal 8 days
The Bank of Mongolia Purchases 5.9 Tons of Precious Metals in First Half of 2025 8 days
International Standards for Biodiversity Conservation to Be Localized in Mongolia 8 days
Japan-Mongolia Sasakawa Scholarship Program to Be Implemented for 12 Years 8 days
89th “Mongolian Athletes’ Day” Celebrated 9 days
“Chinggis Khaan” International Airport Became One of the World’s Ten Most Improved Airports 9 days
Mongolian National Team Playmaker Nandinkhusel Joins Florida’s “Panthers” 9 days
Women’s 3x3 Basketball Team Members Awarded Honored Athlete Titles 9 days
History and Heritage of Undur Gegeen Zanabazar in the Focus of International Scholars 9 days
Project to Improve E-Waste Management to be Implemented 9 days
Mongolia Hosts Executive Council Meeting of the Asia-Pacific Postal Union 9 days
Prime Minister of Mongolia Highlights its Commitment to Stable and Reliable External Environment 10 days
Scientific Conference Highlights Achievements in Safeguarding Mongol Biyelgee 10 days
OECD Upgrades Country Risk Classification of Mongolia 10 days
Mongolia Hosts High-Level Policy Dialogue in East Asia on AI-Enabled Higher Education 10 days
Mongolian Filmmakers Taking Steps toward Presenting Their Projects to International Producers 10 days
A Total of 12 Wildfires Extinguished Nationwide 11 days
“Urban Planning Concept of Hunnu City” International Open Competition Announced 11 days
“The World of Juraan” Exhibition Unveiled to Showcase Marvel of Bronze Sculptures 11 days
Mongolia and Eurasian Economic Union Sign Interim Free Trade Agreement 11 days
“The Secret History of Chinggis Khaan’s Espionage” Presented to Readers 11 days
Mongolian Judokas Win One Gold and Two Bronze Medals at “Russian Tour-2025” 11 days
“Danshig Naadam - Khuree Tsam 2025” Mongol Religious and Cultural Festival Held 11 days
Mongolian National Appointed as UN Resident Coordinator in Kazakhstan 11 days
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