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2025-08-14 01:04:27
Prof. N. Norov: Only a radiation amount several thousand times higher than norm is deemed dangerous
N. Norov, manager and professor of the Nuclear Physics Research Center at the Mongolian National University: Radioactive elements contained in the smoke and ashes of power stations and directly wasted into the air in Ulaanbaatar are certainly more impactful than uranium lying 200 m deep in Gobi.
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Mongolia’s human rights record to be examined by Universal Periodic Review
Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights has announced that Mongolia’s human rights record will be examined by the UN Human Rights Council’s Universal Periodic Review (UPR) Working Group for the third time on Wednesday, 4 November 2020 in a meeting that will be webcast live.
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Two border checkpoints to be closed to freight services for 21 days
On October 30, the cabinet convened an irregular meeting and made a decision to close border crossing checkpoints with the Russian Federation – Borshoo in Uvs aimag and Tsagaanuur in Bayan-Ulgii aimag for 21 days, starting from November 2, Monday.  
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International Travel Mart-2020 tourism fair opens in Ulaanbaatar
‘International Travel Mart (ITM) – 2020’ trade fair is taking place in Misheel Expo in Ulaanbaatar between October 30 and 31, and today, Prime Minister of Mongolia U.Khurelsukh visited the event.
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Prime Minister works at Environment and Tourism Ministry
Some requests, such as to establish tourism fund, set up Forest Agency, protect the Khuvsgul Lake, provide support for resolving necessary funding for tackling its pollution, spend revenues from the mining royalty fees only for environment and nature protection measures, have been forwarded to the Prime Minister U.Khurelsukh during his visit to the Ministry on October 30. 
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8 start-up businesses of young herders established during COVID-19
In the present time of global battle with the COVID-19, small-sized businesses around the world are being largely affected and shut down. Not only movements of citizens and communities, but also imports and exports of goods and products between countries in the world have been experiencing the unprecedentedly big changes and restrictions which plunge the global economy into a crisis. 
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European Union supporting Mongolia in mitigating COVID-19 impact
On October 30, today, the European Union together with the Minister of Health and the World Health Organization launched a joint ‘Mongolia COVID-19 Crisis Response’ project. 
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#ACTIVATED2030: Ulaanbaatar’s Youth gains enterprising knowledge and skills
On 30 October, today, United Nations Development Programme Mongolia and Ulaanbaatar City Governor’s Office are co-organizing “#Activated2030: Enterprising Adventure Workshop” with over 100 youths from the City including from remote districts and khoroos. 
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Bike Parade to be held for Ulaanbaatar’s 381st anniversary
On the occasion of the 381st anniversary of the foundation of Ulaanbaatar, the capital city of Mongolia, Ulaanbaatar’s Governor’s Office and Sports Committee and Mongolian Cycling Federation will organize ‘Bike Day’ public festival on October 31, Saturday. 
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ADB to help manage food insecurity risks in Mongolia amid supply disruptions caused by COVID-19
On 29 October, The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a $410,000 technical assistance (TA) grant to help manage food insecurity risks amid supply disruptions caused by the coronavirus (COVID-19) disease pandemic in Mongolia.
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World renowned cashmere brands discuss sustainability with Mongolian herders
The Mongolian Sustainable Cashmere Platform at the United Nations Development Programme Mongolia has conducted series of innovative virtual meetings straight from the steppes, between Mongolian herders and sustainability representatives from global level luxury cashmere brands on October 19-23.
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Mongolia to receive USD 20 million credit from International Development Association
During its plenary session of October 29, State Great Khural – the parliament of Mongolia ratified an agreement between Mongolia and the International Development Association (IDA) on USD 20 million credit for the Mongolia Emergency Support and Employment Support Project. 
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Agreement for USD 100 million loan from Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank ratified
During its plenary session of October 29, State Great Khural – the parliament of Mongolia ratified a USD 100-million loan agreement between Mongolia and Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB). 
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EU-funded projects now exempt from customs duties, taxes
During its plenary session of October 29, State Great Khural – the parliament of Mongolia ratified general agreement on taxation and customs regulations applicable for European Development Fund and European Union-funded projects in Mongolia between the Government of Mongolia and European Union. 
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26k Mongolians return home since January amid COVID-19 border restrictions
In accordance with the decision of the State Emergency Commission, a total of 100 repatriation charter flights have been arranged to bring back 19,754 people from over 80 countries since January until October 2020. 
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E-Mongolia mobile app for public services downloaded 61k times in less than one month
E-Mongolia electronic platform for public services has been added by 7 types of services offered by the road and transport departments of the government, including enquiries for information of driver's penalty points and license, state registration of auto vehicles, auto vehicle inspection, issuance and termination of state registration of auto vehicles and re-issuance of specialized drivers’ license, etc. 
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Ulaanbaatar stocked up on 95,000-ton coal briquette
As of October 28, around 95,000 tons of refined coal briquettes are stocked at different warehouse facilities around Ulaanbaatar city for the consumption, with cold season approaching. 
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Central bank updates financial statistics for September 2020
The Bank of Mongolia, today, October 28, organized a monthly press briefing to provide latest update on the financial and banking industry of Mongolia. 
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‘Portraits of Khans’ exhibition opens at Fine Arts Zanabazar Museum
Artist D.Amaraa, native from Sukhbaatar aimag opened his photography and painting exhibition at the Fine Arts Museum of Zanabazar on October 28. 
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20th-Century famous paintings of Mongolia moved to National Modern Art Gallery
In 1986, 17 of the best Mongolian art works by prominent Mongolian artists were relocated from the Fine Arts Zanabazar Museum to the Ikh Tenger Complex located in the Bogd Khan Mountain for the high-level reception and residence for officials and delegates. 
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Mongolia to Establish Trained Rescue Units with Special-Purpose Equipment 8 hours
Cabinet Considers Loan Agreement Draft for National Cardiovascular Center Project 10 hours
Prime Minister Zandanshatar Gombojav: Maternal and Child Health Will be a Top Priority 12 hours
State Great Khural Endorses Credit Ratings to Improve Citizens’ Financial Planning 13 hours
"Nomadic Spirit 2025" Program Raises Climate Change Awareness Through Art 13 hours
Eight Mongolian Boxers Confirmed for the World Championships 14 hours
Renovation of Pedestrian Walkways Includes Underground Cabling 14 hours
432 Students Studied in Japan through “JDS” Human Resource Development Scholarship 14 hours
Three Hundred Twenty-Eight Education Projects Implemented in 2025 15 hours
UNICEF and UK to Establish “Growing Up Green” Early Childhood Development Center 15 hours
State Great Khural Bans All Paid Prediction, Betting, and Online Gambling 1 day
Zandanshatar Gombojav: “Transparent Budget Discussions Will Reduce Corruption Index” 1 day
B. Javkhlan: “Mongolia is Leading in Gender Equality in the Region” 1 day
52-Year-Old Stamp Refreshed and Issued as “Sukhbaatar District 60 Years" 1 day
Total Foreign Trade Turnover Reaches USD 14.2 Billion 1 day
Urban Transformation: 3,157 Land Units Cleared Citywide 1 day
Ulaanbaatar City’s Winter Preparations Reach 63 Percent 2 days
COP17 to UNCCD to Be Held at the National Park 3 days
Training Program for Regional Mentors Launched 3 days
Mongolian Students Win Two Bronze Medals at the 2nd International Olympiad in AI 3 days
“Chinggis Khaan, The Great Reverent” Special Exhibition Opens 3 days
Ministry of Family, Labor, and Social Protection to Implement Projects with ADB 3 days
Nomads World Cultural Festival to Promote Intangible Cultural Heritage 3 days
Advanced Water Purification Plant Ready to Be Commissioned 3 days
This Week in Mongolia 3 days
Imports Increase by 1.1 Percent from Last Year 5 days
Mongolia and WLGA Discuss Current State of Gas Fuel Sector in Mongolia 6 days
Preparations Begin for Ulaanbaatar Flood Risk Reduction Project 6 days
Feasibility Study Completed for Sludge Processing Plant Project 6 days
102 km of Flood Protection Embankments and Four Reservoirs to Be Built in 22 Locations 6 days
Mongolia to Strengthen Cooperation with the Kingdom of Bhutan Across All Sectors 6 days
48th WorldSkills Competition 2026 to Be Held in Shanghai 6 days
Mongolia-Bhutan Relations and Cooperation Expand 6 days
Bhutan Expresses Request to Study Mongolia's E-Governance Experiences 6 days
Mongolia Presents Ongoing Measures to Support Landlocked Developing Countries at UN Conference 6 days
NEMA Urges Early Preparation for Winter 6 days
Mongolia and Italy Discuss Expanding Cooperation in Emergency Management 6 days
Government to Cut Number of State-Owned Companies by 22 6 days
Prime Minister Orders Protection of Bogd Khaan Palace Museum and Cultural Heritage 6 days
Mongolian Student Wins Bronze Medal at 37th International Olympiad in Informatics 6 days
Civil Servants' Performance Evaluations to Be Made Public 7 days
Mongolia to Study China’s Pension Reform Experience 7 days
Ebarimt System to Be Fully Digitalized 7 days
M. Khishigbayar Wins Two Bronze Medals at 24th World IPCA Individual Chess Championship 2025 8 days
B. Myanganbayar Inducted into NCAA Division III Hall of Fame 8 days
Mongolia to Explore Establishment of Joint Investment Fund with Oman 8 days
Prime Minister of Mongolia Resolves to Establish Economic Development Board as Permanent Body 8 days
Inspections Target Air Pollution Sources in Ulaanbaatar 8 days
Greenhouse Complex Project to Be Implemented in Shuvuun Fabrik 8 days
Current Assets of Top 5 Banks Rise by 27 Percent from Last Year 8 days
Mongolia to Cooperate with Oman in Sovereign Wealth Fund and Investment 8 days
Financing Model for Affordable Housing to Be Presented to Cabinet 9 days
Working Group Established to Intensify Implementation of Law on National Sovereign Wealth Fund 9 days
Mongolia Seeks Opportunities to Expand Teacher and Student Training in Australia 9 days
B. Enkhjargal Wins Gold at 2025 IPSC Action Air World Championship II 9 days
Mongolian Students to Participate in “Seeds for the Future 2025” International Program 9 days
450 Teachers Participate in Mentor Teacher Training 9 days
Dambadarjaa Subcenter Heating Plant to Be Commissioned in 2026 9 days
Darkhan Metallurgical Plant Reports Profit of MNT 36.7 Billion in First Half of 2025 9 days
Mongolia and Finland to Strengthen Cooperation within UN and Other International Organizations 10 days
Tulia Ackson: “IPU Will Support Mongolia’s Efforts to Enhance Gender Equality” 10 days
Khubilai Khaan’s Naval Fleet Exhibit Now on Display at Chinggis Khaan National Museum 10 days
This Week in Mongolia 10 days
Early 20th-Century Mongolian History and Culture Through the Lens of a French Photographer 10 days
New Central Wastewater Treatment Plant to Commence Operations in October 12 days
Development Trends for Next 50 Years and Future Policy Directions Discussed 13 days
Mongolia–Canada Comprehensive Partnership Expands with New Content 13 days
Mongolia’s Participation in OSCE’s Activities Appreciated 13 days
Mongolia and Kazakhstan to Expand Inter-Parliamentary Cooperation 13 days
Seventh World Mas-Wrestling Championships Commence 13 days
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