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Ulaanbaatar reports 16 new cases of coronavirus
1734 days
Hair and beauty salons, non-grocery stores reopen today
On January 22, 2021, Mayor of Ulaanbaatar city D.Sumiyabazar issued a decision on some additional measures to take in Ulaanbaatar city amid the ongoing heightened state of readiness to prevent from COVID-19 outbreaks. 
1735 days
19 new coronavirus cases reported, total stands at 1,611
As reported by the National Center for Communicable Diseases (NCCD) today, January 23, 19 new positive cases of coronavirus have been detected in the past 24 hours. 
1735 days
Letter on nomination for PM presented to President
Head of the Mongolian People’s Party (MPP) caucus in the State Great Khural D.Togtokhsuren MP and Chairman of the Standing Committee on State Structures L.Enkh-Amgalan presented the official letter on the nomination for appointment as Prime Minister to Chief of Staff of the President’s Office U.Shijir.
1736 days
Address of President to Parliamentary session regarding PM’s resignation
President of Mongolia Khaltmaagiin Battulga delivered a speech at the special session of the Parliament on January 21st.
1736 days
Mongolian People’s Party nominates Oyun-Erdene as Prime Minister
Earlier today, January 22, Steering Committee of the ruling-Mongolian People’s Party (MPP) and the MPP's Conference convened and unanimously agreed to nominate L.Oyun-Erdene as the next Prime Minister of Mongolia. He has been serving as the Chief of the Cabinet Secretary since July 2020. 
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Batdavaa appointed as chairperson of National Statistics Office
On January 20, plenary session of the State Great Khural approved to appoint Batdavaa Batmunkh as the Chairperson of the National Statistics Office of Mongolia. 
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First Deputy Governor of Capital city meets MCA-Mongolia CEO
The First Deputy Governor of the Capital City J.Sandagsuren  held a meeting with the CEO of MCA-Mongolia  E.Sodontogos last week. The General Manager of Ulaanbaatar City and the Head of the Governor's Office T.Gantumur, General Counsel of MCA-Mongolia P.Bayar and specialist P.Enkhmandakh were also present.
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Parliament approves PM Khurelsukh's resignation
On January 21, the plenary session of the State Great Khural, the parliament of Mongolia, held a discussion and voted on the resignation of Prime Minister of Mongolia U.Khurelsukh. 95.2 percent of members in attendance voting in favor of his departure. 
1736 days
Director of Center for Communicable Diseases dismissed
The Ministry of Health today issued a decision to dismiss D.Nyamkhuu, Director of the National Center of Communicable Diseases (NCCD), from his position. 
1737 days
Prime Minister decides to resign amid public protest over COVID-19 patient's treatment
Khuresukh Ukhnaa has just announced that he will be stepping down as the Prime Minister of Mongolia. 
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Constitutional Court: Child care allowance to mothers contradicts Constitution of Mongolia
At its January 20 medium bench session, the Constitutional Court of Mongolia made a conclusion that provisions in 1.1, 3.1.3, and 6.2 of the Law on Allowances for mothers and single mothers/fathers with many children are in conflict with the article 11.16 and 14.1 and 14.2 of the Constitution of Mongolia. 
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Bill on supporting Oil Refinery submitted
On January 20, 2021, Deputy Prime Minister of Mongolia Ya.Sodbaatar submitted a bill on supporting the development of Oil Refinery to G.Zandanshatar, Speaker of the State Great Hural (Parliament) of Mongolia.
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Ulaanbaatar-Darkhan auto road development to continue with EBRD loan
At its meeting held on January 20, 2021, the cabinet heard a presentation on an issue regarding the construction of a 204-km four-lane auto road connecting Ulaanbaatar and Darkhan cities. It was reported that the contracted auto police department will take control on the auto road safety matters throughout the development period. 
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Cabinet meeting hears presentation on school meals
This academic year, 59 percent of all general education school are serving its students with hot meals, 20 percent with convenience food and remaining are providing a mix of hot meals and prepared food. 
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Heads of Ulaanbaatar Health Department, Urgoo Maternity Hospital dismissed
Mayor of Ulaanbaatar city D.Sumiyabazar issued an ordinance on January 20 to dismiss Head of the Health Department of the Capital City L.Tumurbaatar from his position. 
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New ImageCast voting machines to be used for 2021 presidential election
On January 20, 2021, the Parliament of Mongolia – State Great Khural approved a resolution on the use of voting equipment during the 2021 presidential elections. 
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Presidential election scheduled for June 9, 2021
At its plenary session of the State Great Khural, the parliament of Mongolia held on January 20, 2021, the parliament resolution on setting the date for the 2021 Presidential Election was discussed and approved.
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Deputy PM, Health Minister announce to resign following peaceful protest
n the evening of January 19, 2021, a live streaming news video showed a woman who gave birth a day before and her newborn baby being transferred from the Urgoo Maternity Hospital to the National Center for Communicable Diseases (NCCD) without any warm outerwear and footwear in cold weather, causing widespread public criticism.
1737 days
PCR Lab for COVID-19 testing opens at First Central Hospital
Molecular biology laboratory that is able to perform PCR testing has been established at the the First Central Hospital of Mongolia in Ulaanbaatar as part of the government plan to strengthen preparedness during COVID-19 pandemic. 
1739 days
Exhibition to Open Marking the 120th Birth Anniversary of Laureate of the State Premium Yadamsuren Urjin 14 hours
Officers Participating in Peacekeeping Operations to Receive 80 Percent of Mission Expenses 14 hours
Artificial Lake Park Planned Near Nogoon Nuur 14 hours
Total of 134 Mongolian Athletes Compete in 20 Sports at 3rd Asian Youth Games 16 hours
Mongolia to Increase Fuel Imports from Russia 16 hours
Cabinet Expands Vocational Training Opportunities for Conscripts 19 hours
East and North East Asia Forum on Sustainable Development Goals Convenes in Ulaanbaatar 19 hours
Over 4,500 Trees and Shrubs to Be Planted Ahead of COP17 19 hours
Modern Mongolian Literature Published in Czech Language 20 hours
279.9 Thousand Legal Entities Registered in Statistical Business Register Database 20 hours
Constitutional Court Rules Parliamentary Resolution Dismissing Prime Minister Unconstitutional 21 hours
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Vaccination Coverage Against Influenza Reaches 92 Percent Nationwide 1 day
Government to Provide Concessional Loans to Support Fuel Stockpile 1 day
Petrol Supply Stable as Mongolia Secures 58,000 Tons from Rosneft 1 day
Parliament Discusses Petition to Establish Working Group on Increasing Salaries for Teachers and Healthcare Workers 1 day
‘Mongols – A Journey Through Time’ Exhibition to Open at Rietberg Museum in Zürich 1 day
Eighth Support Pillar of Ulaanbaatar Cable Car Project Installed 1 day
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Advanced Technological Solutions to be Implemented in Fifth Thermal Power Plant Project 1 day
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Mongolian NOC Honors Olympic Medalists 1 day
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Tugrug Deposits Increase While Foreign Currency Savings Decline 1 day
U.S. Volunteer Teachers Begin Yearlong English Program in Sukhbaatar Aimag 1 day
PM: Mongolia Fully Trusts the Energy, Creativity, and Intellect of Its Youth 3 days
Astana Hub and TON Foundation Join Forces to Support AI Startups 3 days
Mongolian Athletes Shine at “Astana World Cup 2025” with Two Golds and 13-Medal Haul 3 days
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Official Launch of the Canada-Mongolia MERIT Project 3 days
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Constitutional Court to Rule on Legality of Prime Minister’s Dismissal 3 days
Minister of Foreign Affairs Engages Hokkaido Delegation on Regional Policy 3 days
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Social Insurance Fund Revenue Increases by MNT 666.4 Billion 4 days
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Parliament Accepts Resignation of Speaker Amarbayasgalan 7 days
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First-ever EU-Mongolia Business and Investment Forum Held 7 days
Parliament Votes to Relieve Prime Minister Zandanshatar of Duties 7 days
Mongolian Teacher Honored with Princess Maha Chakri Award 7 days
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Hero of Labor Sodnompiljee Wins His Ninth World Championship Medal 7 days
Top-10 Finish for WIM Enkhrii at 2025 World Youth Chess Championships 7 days
‘Shuteen Torgon Zurag’ Exhibition Presents Wonders of Mongolian Painting 7 days
Mayor of Ulaanbaatar Authorized to Conclude Partnership Agreement for CHP-5 Project 7 days
Embassy of Mongolia Hosts Sumo Wrestlers Ahead of London Basho 2025 7 days
President Khurelsukh Uknaa’s State Visit to India Showcases Mongolian Artistic Heritage 7 days
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President of Mongolia Khurelsukh Ukhnaa Pays State Visit to the Republic of India 8 days
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Over 150 Enterprises Attend India-Mongolia Business Forum 8 days
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