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Latest COVID-19 Household Response Phone Survey results released
Mongolia has taken early and decisive measures to prevent the inflow and outbreak of COVID-19. Despite the limited cases confirmed in Mongolia compared to other countries in the region, the household-level shocks caused by COVID-19 can be long-lasting and disproportionally hit the poor and vulnerable the hardest, creating an urgent need for timely data collection to help monitoring and mitigating the socio-economic impacts of the shock.
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Mongolia’s Stock Exchange celebrates 30th anniversary
January 18, 2021 marked the 30th anniversary of the establishment of the Mongolian Stock Exchange and the stock market in Mongolia. Prime Minister U.Khurelsukh yesterday visited the Mongolian Stock Exchange and its exhibition hall displaying the history of Mongolian’s stock market, and rang the market opening bell on the occasion of the anniversary. 
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Mongolia ranked 99th out of 189 countries in human development index
Ulaanbaatar, 19 January 2021 - The COVID-19 pandemic is the latest crisis facing the world, but unless humans release their grip on nature, it won’t be the last, according to the new United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) report, which includes a new experimental index, Planetary-pressure adjusted Human Development Index. 
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Revised Law on Courts aims to ensure fair judicial system
On January 15, State Great Khural, Mongolian parliament, adopted the revised Law on Courts at its plenary session. 50 members out of 52 parliament members present at the session voted in favor of approving the revised bill, which was submitted by the government in April 2020. 
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Weekly review of Parliament plenary sessions for January 11-16, 2021
At the Standing Committee meeting on State Structures held on January 12th, the first discussion on amendments to the Law on Public Service submitted together with the Law on Labor was conducted and agreed to introduce the meeting summary at the Standing Committee on Social Policy. Thereafter, a working group was established to process a revised version of the Law on the President of Mongolia.
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EU-funded project launches to protect vulnerable population from COVID-19
In partnership with the World Vision, European Union launched an 18-month, €1,000,000 project to contribute to limiting the spread of COVID-19 and reduce its negative impact on the vulnerable population in Mongolia, particularly mothers, children, and people under medical observation.
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Minister of Construction met with officials from US Embassy, MCC
Last week, Minister of Construction and Urban Development B.Munkhbaatar, Head of Public Utilities Policy Implementation and Coordination Department G.Tsogtsaikhan and Head of the International Cooperation division B.Altaibaatar held a working meeting with officials from U.S Embassy in Mongolia and Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC).
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U.S. provides additional MNT 8.5 billion to advance sustainable, inclusive economic growth in Mongolia
On January 14, 2021, the United States, through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), signed a MNT 8.5 billion ($3.0 million) expansion of the bilateral agreement with the Ministry of Finance of Mongolia to promote good economic governance; reliable, efficient and affordable energy; and sustainable, private sector-led growth in Mongolia. 
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Opening bell ceremony held for first asset-backed securities
On the occasion of the primary market opening of the first asset-backed securities listed on the Mongolian Stock Exchange, Mr. Bayarsaikhan, Chairman of the Financial Regulatory Commission, Mr. Kh.Altai, Chief Executive Officer of Mongolian Stock Exchange, Mr. D.Amgalanbaatar, Deputy Director of ‘Invescor NBFI’ JSC, and Ms. G.Uyangakhishig, Chief Executive Officer of ‘Invescor Capital’ LLC visited the Mongolian Stock Exchange (MSE) and opened the 6388th securities trading of MSE by ringing the bell.
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Deputy Chief Cabinet Secretary: "Economic benefits of Oyu Tolgoi to Mongolia must increase"
Solongoo Bayarsaikhan, Deputy Chief at Cabinet Secretariat yesterday, January 13, gave information on the official position of the Mongolian government on the situation surrounding the Oyu Tolgoi copper and gold mine project. 
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Mongolian Parliament commemorates Constitution Day
Twenty-nine years ago today, on January 13, 1992, Mongolia adopted a new democratic constitution. And by the resolution of the People's Great Hural of the People's Republic of Mongolia dated January 14, 1992, it was enacted to promulgate the Constitution Day of Mongolia annually on January 13th.
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Frontline healthcare workers, seniors to get COVID-19 vaccine first
he cabinet’s meeting convened on January 13 heard presentation by Deputy Prime Minister and Chair of the State Emergency Commission Ya.Sodbaatar on the current situation of coronavirus in Mongolia and measures being taken. 
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Freight transport across Altanbulag border checkpoint to resume February 1
The cabinet held a regular weekly meeting today, January 13. 
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Three hospitals in Ulaanbaatar equipped with new PCR laboratories
With the aim to improve healthcare services amid the COVID-19 pandemic, the Ministry of Health is working to establish additional molecular biology laboratories to perform COVID-19 PCR tests in Ulaanbaatar city’s district hospitals. 
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Mongolia plans to vaccinate 60 percent of population against coronavirus
In an effort to vaccinate its population, the government of Mongolia has been working actively since July 2020, reports the Ministry of Health. 
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Weekly review of Parliament’s plenary sessions for January 4-8, 2021
On January 5, 2021, the first discussion to the amendments of the draft laws on National Naadam, Physical Culture and Sports, as well as the draft resolution of the State Great Hural on “Appointment of a member of the National Council of Mongolian National Public Radio and Television” were discussed at the Standing Committee on State Structures.
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ACMS Field Research Fellowship 2021 open for applications
The American Center for Mongolian Studies (ACMS), with funding support from the US State Department Educational and Cultural Affairs Bureau and the Council of American Overseas Research Centers, invites applications for the eighth year for the ACMS Field Research Fellowship Program.
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Oyu Tolgoi LLC provides information on its tax payments
On 22 December 2020, Oyu Tolgoi LLC received a Tax Assessment claim for approximately US$228 million from the Mongolian Tax Authority (MTA). This Assessment relates to an audit of taxes paid by Oyu Tolgoi LLC between 2016 and 2018. The MTA has also sought to reduce Oyu Tolgoi’s carried-forward tax losses by around US$1.5 billion. 
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Mongolia starts to supply 98 percent of power with domestic sources
In accordance with an intergovernmental agreement between Mongolia and the Russian Federation, four turbo-generators of the Thermal Power Plant No.4 have been upgraded and connected to the Central Energy System with a total cost of USD 93 million. 
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18 types of businesses to remain closed in Ulaanbaatar amid pandemic
Starting today, January 11, 2021, the public emergency readiness or strict lockdown in Ulaanbaatar city has been lifted to transition back into the heightened state of readiness same as remaining parts of the country in an effort to slow the spread of COVID-19.8 types of businesses to remain closed in Ulaanbaatar amid COVID-19 pandemic
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State Great Khural Bans All Paid Prediction, Betting, and Online Gambling 5 hours
Zandanshatar Gombojav: “Transparent Budget Discussions Will Reduce Corruption Index” 5 hours
B. Javkhlan: “Mongolia is Leading in Gender Equality in the Region” 9 hours
52-Year-Old Stamp Refreshed and Issued as “Sukhbaatar District 60 Years" 11 hours
Total Foreign Trade Turnover Reaches USD 14.2 Billion 11 hours
Urban Transformation: 3,157 Land Units Cleared Citywide 13 hours
Ulaanbaatar City’s Winter Preparations Reach 63 Percent 1 day
COP17 to UNCCD to Be Held at the National Park 1 day
Training Program for Regional Mentors Launched 1 day
Mongolian Students Win Two Bronze Medals at the 2nd International Olympiad in AI 1 day
“Chinggis Khaan, The Great Reverent” Special Exhibition Opens 1 day
Ministry of Family, Labor, and Social Protection to Implement Projects with ADB 1 day
Nomads World Cultural Festival to Promote Intangible Cultural Heritage 1 day
Advanced Water Purification Plant Ready to Be Commissioned 1 day
This Week in Mongolia 1 day
Imports Increase by 1.1 Percent from Last Year 4 days
Mongolia and WLGA Discuss Current State of Gas Fuel Sector in Mongolia 4 days
Preparations Begin for Ulaanbaatar Flood Risk Reduction Project 4 days
Feasibility Study Completed for Sludge Processing Plant Project 4 days
102 km of Flood Protection Embankments and Four Reservoirs to Be Built in 22 Locations 4 days
Mongolia to Strengthen Cooperation with the Kingdom of Bhutan Across All Sectors 4 days
48th WorldSkills Competition 2026 to Be Held in Shanghai 5 days
Mongolia-Bhutan Relations and Cooperation Expand 5 days
Bhutan Expresses Request to Study Mongolia's E-Governance Experiences 5 days
Mongolia Presents Ongoing Measures to Support Landlocked Developing Countries at UN Conference 5 days
NEMA Urges Early Preparation for Winter 5 days
Mongolia and Italy Discuss Expanding Cooperation in Emergency Management 5 days
Government to Cut Number of State-Owned Companies by 22 5 days
Prime Minister Orders Protection of Bogd Khaan Palace Museum and Cultural Heritage 5 days
Mongolian Student Wins Bronze Medal at 37th International Olympiad in Informatics 5 days
Civil Servants' Performance Evaluations to Be Made Public 6 days
Mongolia to Study China’s Pension Reform Experience 6 days
Ebarimt System to Be Fully Digitalized 6 days
M. Khishigbayar Wins Two Bronze Medals at 24th World IPCA Individual Chess Championship 2025 6 days
B. Myanganbayar Inducted into NCAA Division III Hall of Fame 6 days
Mongolia to Explore Establishment of Joint Investment Fund with Oman 6 days
Prime Minister of Mongolia Resolves to Establish Economic Development Board as Permanent Body 7 days
Inspections Target Air Pollution Sources in Ulaanbaatar 7 days
Greenhouse Complex Project to Be Implemented in Shuvuun Fabrik 7 days
Current Assets of Top 5 Banks Rise by 27 Percent from Last Year 7 days
Mongolia to Cooperate with Oman in Sovereign Wealth Fund and Investment 7 days
Financing Model for Affordable Housing to Be Presented to Cabinet 7 days
Working Group Established to Intensify Implementation of Law on National Sovereign Wealth Fund 7 days
Mongolia Seeks Opportunities to Expand Teacher and Student Training in Australia 7 days
B. Enkhjargal Wins Gold at 2025 IPSC Action Air World Championship II 7 days
Mongolian Students to Participate in “Seeds for the Future 2025” International Program 8 days
450 Teachers Participate in Mentor Teacher Training 8 days
Dambadarjaa Subcenter Heating Plant to Be Commissioned in 2026 8 days
Darkhan Metallurgical Plant Reports Profit of MNT 36.7 Billion in First Half of 2025 8 days
Mongolia and Finland to Strengthen Cooperation within UN and Other International Organizations 8 days
Tulia Ackson: “IPU Will Support Mongolia’s Efforts to Enhance Gender Equality” 8 days
Khubilai Khaan’s Naval Fleet Exhibit Now on Display at Chinggis Khaan National Museum 8 days
This Week in Mongolia 8 days
Early 20th-Century Mongolian History and Culture Through the Lens of a French Photographer 8 days
New Central Wastewater Treatment Plant to Commence Operations in October 11 days
Development Trends for Next 50 Years and Future Policy Directions Discussed 11 days
Mongolia–Canada Comprehensive Partnership Expands with New Content 11 days
Mongolia’s Participation in OSCE’s Activities Appreciated 11 days
Mongolia and Kazakhstan to Expand Inter-Parliamentary Cooperation 11 days
Seventh World Mas-Wrestling Championships Commence 11 days
Travel Conditions for Mongolian Citizens Visiting South Korea to Be Reviewed 11 days
Mongolian Students Win Two Bronze Medals at International Geography Olympiad 11 days
Foreign Minister Expresses Mongolia’s Commitment to Advancing Beneficial Cooperation with Finland 11 days
Mongolia and Japan to Cooperate on Expanding Green Housing Finance 12 days
Mongolia Reaffirms Commitment to Democratic Governance and Inclusive Representation 12 days
President of Mongolia Pays a State Visit to the Republic of Tajikistan 12 days
Mongolia and Russia to Deepen Inter-Parliamentary Cooperation 12 days
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The latest issue of Mongolia Today Magazine is now available, July 2025 12 days
P. Baigalmaa: "Undur Gegeen Zanabazar's White Tara is not a Mere Sculpture, but a Living and Breathing Artistic Figure" 12 days
Second-Stage Tender for Ulaanbaatar Metro Project to Be Announced in August 12 days
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