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2025-09-16 12:26:24
COVID-19: 1,306 new cases detected
At the regular press briefing of the Ministry of Health today on May 1, it was reported that 1,306 new cases were detected in Mongolia after testing 13,506 people nationwide within the past 24 hours. About 90 percent of the new cases are close contacts of previously confirmed cases.
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Ground-source heating technology to be introduced in Ulaanbaatar
At the 6th meeting of the Citizens' Representative Khural of the Capital City (City Council) that took place on April 29, an official in charge of air and environmental pollution projects Z.Tumurtumuu introduced works being carried out to reduce air and environmental pollution. 
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Fully vaccinated citizens to be allowed to freely travel domestically
During the meeting, the commission members received the latest updates regarding the measures being taken against the COVID-19 infection, vaccination rollout and its procurement and delivery as well as works planned to be conducted in early May.
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Branding iron used for the Bogd Khaan’s camels being kept in Undurshil soum
The Local Studies Museum of Undurshil soum, Dundgobi aimag keeps a 250-year-old branding iron that was used for camels. 
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Asian Elite Men and Women Boxing Championships to take place in Dubai
The upcoming Asian Boxing Confederation’s (ASBC) Asian Elite Men and Women Boxing Championships has been set to take place in Dubai, United Arab Emirates from May 21 to June 1.
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Five Mongolian wrestlers to compete in Olympic Games Qualifier
A team of five wrestling athletes and 3 coaches are currently preparing for the World Olympic Games Qualifier that kicks off next Thursday on May 6 in Sofia, Bulgaria, reports the Mongolian Wrestling Federation. 
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Inadequate learning, loss of earnings: The staggering cost of school closures in Asia
When COVID-19 emerged as a global threat in early 2020, the economic consequences of necessary lockdown measures were an early concern. That was closely followed by concerns about the impact of school closures. It wasn’t just because of the toll on parents working from home with young children.
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International scientific conference takes place on Mongolian Studies in Saint Petersburg
On April 19-20, the 5th international scientific conference on ‘Cultural Heritage of the Mongolian People: Manuscript and Archival Collections being kept in Ulaanbaatar and Saint Petersburg’ took place in Saint Petersburg, Russia.
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Virtual meeting held on development of tourism and air transport
On April 26, a committee consisting of professionals from organizations including the Ministry of Environment and Tourism, the Ministry of Road and Transport Development, the Tourism Development Center, and the Civil Aviation Authority of Mongolia convened virtually. 
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Stock Exchange weekly review /April 19-23/
During the week of April 19, 2021 to April 23, 2021, MNT 13,505,564,976.92 worth of securities were traded through 5 trading sessions on the MSE.
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Capital city citizens to be fully vaccinated by May 5
During a press conference, Deputy Prime Minister, Head of the State Emergency Commission S.Amarsaikhan answered a question regarding the estimated date for fully vaccinating the country’s entire population.
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S.Tugsjargal appointed as FIBA representative for the second time
In March 2021, the International Basketball Federation’s (FIBA) Central Board made the decision to organize FIBA U15 Skills Challenges 2021 among athletes representing 54 countries.
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Rainy days to follow a few days of warm weather
Precipitation is expected in the country this week, following a few days of warm weather.
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Stock Exchange weekly review /April 12-16/
During the week of April 12, 2021 to April 16, 2021, MNT 358,883,200,026.66 worth of securities were traded through 5 trading sessions on the MSE.
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COVID-19: 1,340 new cases detected
At the regular press briefing of the Ministry of Health today on April 18, it was reported that 1,340 new cases were detected in Mongolia after testing about 12 thousand people nationwide within the past 24 hours. 
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‘We Think Digital Mongolia’ program launches in Mongolia
Facebook has launched the program, ‘We Think Digital Mongolia’, aimed to equip internet users in Mongolia with the knowledge and skills to build a safer and more responsible digital future.
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Mongolia grabs one gold and two silver medals at Asian Wrestling Championships
IM M.Dulguun has won the gold medal in the women’s 55 kg weight class at the 2021 Asian Wrestling Championships that is taking place in Almaty, Kazakhstan.
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Rare art piece: ‘Khoshuu Naadam’
The original art piece, ‘Khoshuu Naadam’, by Governor of Bishrelt Van khoshuu of Setsen Khan aimag M.Purevjav (1844-1932) is currently being kept at the Museum of Khentii aimag. He was more commonly known as the Old Governor.
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Mongolia supplying 45 percent of unprocessed cashmere in global market
In 2021, Mongolia is estimated to prepare about 9,700 tons of cashmere. As 60-70 percent of total cashmere goes through primary processing before being exported, a special focus is being given on reducing the export of low-level processed goods and increasing the production and export of value-added products.
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Female athletes qualify for Summer Olympics
Four of the five female athletes that competed in the 2021 Asian Wrestling Olympic Qualification Tournament have qualified for the Tokyo Olympics.
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Eleven Irrigation Systems Rehabilitated and Upgraded 34 minutes
Ancient Tibetan Manuscripts Digitized at the National Library of Mongolia 35 minutes
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Shen Minjuan: SCO Summit Held at Widest Scale to Date 2 hours
2025 Autumn Session of the State Great Khural Commences with Structural Reforms 20 hours
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This Week in Mongolia 1 day
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Defense Sector to Enhance Exchange, Cooperation 4 days
Open-Air Sports Complex Commissioned in Tolgoit 4 days
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Drug Enforcement Department to Operate as Independent Unit 6 days
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Wreaths Laid at the Monument for the Victims of Political Repression 6 days
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Mongolian Cyclists Claim Gold and Bronze at International Events 7 days
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International Literacy Day Marked Today 8 days
PM Zandanshatar Visits Construction of ‘Mimo’ Agro Park 8 days
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Ulaanbaatar Call for Action on Advancing the Human Rights of Older Persons Adopted 8 days
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‘From Clay to Digital’ Exhibition Showcases Evolution of Art 8 days
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Governor-General of Australia and First Gentleman Plant Trees at Ikh Tenger Complex 8 days
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