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Mongolia and Russia: Yesterday’s trustworthy friend and tomorrow’s reliable partner
Various factors are taken into account for successful economic cooperation, such as what the conditions are for cooperation, for how long the sides will cooperate, what the benefits are for cooperating, and when to make compromises in the economic sector on the international level.
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10th contingent of Mongolian peacekeepers arrive home from South Sudan
On October 20, the first line of soldiers that served as part of the 10th contingent of the Mongolian Armed Forces in the UNMISS peacekeeping mission in South Sudan arrived in their home country.
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"Renewable energy sources in Mongolia will be urgently increased"
A preliminary discussion under the theme ‘Mongolia - Green Development’ for the 26th United Nations Climate Change conference kicked off at the State House today on October 21. 
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Inclusive classroom environment created at new school built through JICA project
On October 20, the Embassy of Japan and the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) organized a press tour for School no.149, which was recently built in the capital city’s Chingeltei district. 
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Newly-elected legislators take oath as parliament members
Members of the ruling Mongolian People’s Party Ts.Iderbat and E.Batshugar, who won the by-election by majority votes, took an oath as members of the parliament today.
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COVID-19: 1,744 new cases, 16 deaths reported
The Ministry of Health reported that 1,744 new cases of COVID-19 have been reported in the past 24 hours. Specifically, 917 cases were confirmed in Ulaanbaatar city, with 827 cases in rural regions.
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New ADB energy policy to support energy access and low-carbon transition in Asia and Pacific
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a new energy policy to support universal access to reliable and affordable energy services, while promoting the low-carbon transition in Asia and the Pacific.
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FIRST CREDIT INFORMATION BUREAU LAUNCHED
The creative disruption of the fourth industrial revolution echoes across every sector of the economy, especially apparent in the financial industry. Private companies are evolving to provide efficient, transparent, and smart ecosystems for their customers, enabling lower costs and more timely financial services. Following the start of several successful fintech and cyber services, the first Credit Bureau license was granted by Mongolbank (Central bank of Mongolia) to Buren Score LLC.
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University complexes to be established in rural areas
At its regular meeting today, the Cabinet put out a resolution to develop universities in rural areas as academic, research and indsturial complexes.
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Coal export increased by 60 percent
Coal export to China is constantly growing. In the last three weeks, a total of 6,919 trucks and 2,017 wagons of coal crossed the border, which means it has risen by about 60 percent compared to the three weeks in August to September.
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Balance of payments to be in surplus of USD200 million
The central bank considers that the economy is expected to have a 5.9 percent growth next year, which will be mainly due to the post-pandemic recovery of non-mining sector. It is also stated in a draft Basic Guidelines for 2022 State Monetary Policy that direct foreign investment and export earnings will support internal circulation, highlighted Governor of the Bank of Mongolia B.Lkhagvasuren at the meeting with the press on October 18.
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Sustainable Resilient Ecosystem and Agriculture Management project launches in Selenge aimag
On October 19, the Sustainable Resilient Ecosystem and Agriculture Management (STREAM) project was officially launched. The STREAM project aims to increase the capacity of local communities to implement innovative and sustainable long-term landscape management to address food system challenges and climate stresses.
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The second online European Film Festival 2021 to be organized
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/. The European Film Festival is an annual event that showcases a selection of European films, giving local audiences a taste of Europe’s diversity and creativity. 
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Public buildings in Arkhangai aimag obtain energy performance certificates for the first time
The kindergarten building in Undur-Ulaan soum is one of 57 public buildings in 6 soums of Arkhangai aimag that have received energy performance certificates within the framework of the "CEMAATER-II – Energy efficiency and thermal comfort of educational buildings" project implemented by Geres International NGO in Arkhangai aimag.
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E.Amartuvshin named as world's best baritone
It has been announced that State Honored artist E.Amartuvshin won Opera Star award which is also known as Opera Oscars.
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COVID-19: 1,303 new cases, 18 deaths reported in the past 24 hours
The Ministry of Health reported today, October 19 that 1,303 new cases of COVID-19 have been reported in the past 24 hours.
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Coal trucks passing through Shiveekhuren border checkpoint increases
The border committee reported that further agreements are planned to be reached on ensuring the normal operations of coal transport, and increasing coal export in phases.
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People with disabilities join ‘One billion trees’ nationwide campaign
People with disabilities have joined ‘One billion trees’ nationwide campaign initiated by the President of Mongolia.
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MPP candidates win in parliamentary by-election
On October 18, Chairman of the General Election Commission P.Delgernaran announced that candidates of the ruling Mongolian People’s Party E.Batshugar and Ts.Iderbat have won by majority votes following the by-election re-polling. 
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75 percent of children involved in vaccination in the capital city
 Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/. Since COVID-19 vaccination rollout launched, 74.6 percent of the citizens in the capital city have had the first dose of the vaccine and 71.1 percent have been fully vaccinated, while 18 percent have gotten their third shot.
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His Majesty Emperor Naruhito and Her Majesty Empress Masako of Japan Arrive in Mongolia on a State Visit 2 hours
Masterworks of Modern Mongolian Craftsmen Exhibited at the Chinggis Khaan National Museum 2 days
Launch Event of the SOAP II Project in Darkhan-Uul Aimag 2 days
NEMA Reports Rising Risk of Floods and Wildfires Across Mongolia 2 days
Mongolian Participants Depart for 57th International Chemistry Olympiad in United Arab Emirates 2 days
National Forum of Civil Servants Emphasizes Reforms for Effective Public Service 2 days
“Open Parliament: Expert” Senior Experience Sharing Program to Be Implemented 2 days
Mongolia to Cooperate with South Korea in Developing Specialized Social Protection Services 2 days
Mongolia’s “TOP-100” Businesses of 2024 Recognized 2 days
Mongolia Records 24 Moderate Earthquakes in First Half of 2025 2 days
Discussion Held on Improving Cooperation with Neighboring Countries in the Transport Sector 3 days
U. Tuya: Human Rights Education to Be Delivered at All Levels from Preschool to Higher Education 3 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" 3 days
Nine State-Owned Energy Companies in Western Region Consolidated into Four 3 days
Functional Overlaps of Government Organizations to Be Eliminated 3 days
Mongolian Women’s Basketball Team Achieves Historic Silver Medal 3 days
The Bank of Mongolia Purchases 5.9 Tons of Precious Metals in First Half of 2025 3 days
International Standards for Biodiversity Conservation to Be Localized in Mongolia 3 days
Japan-Mongolia Sasakawa Scholarship Program to Be Implemented for 12 Years 3 days
89th “Mongolian Athletes’ Day” Celebrated 4 days
“Chinggis Khaan” International Airport Became One of the World’s Ten Most Improved Airports 4 days
Mongolian National Team Playmaker Nandinkhusel Joins Florida’s “Panthers” 4 days
Women’s 3x3 Basketball Team Members Awarded Honored Athlete Titles 4 days
History and Heritage of Undur Gegeen Zanabazar in the Focus of International Scholars 4 days
Project to Improve E-Waste Management to be Implemented 4 days
Mongolia Hosts Executive Council Meeting of the Asia-Pacific Postal Union 4 days
Prime Minister of Mongolia Highlights its Commitment to Stable and Reliable External Environment 5 days
Scientific Conference Highlights Achievements in Safeguarding Mongol Biyelgee 5 days
OECD Upgrades Country Risk Classification of Mongolia 5 days
Mongolia Hosts High-Level Policy Dialogue in East Asia on AI-Enabled Higher Education 5 days
Mongolian Filmmakers Taking Steps toward Presenting Their Projects to International Producers 5 days
A Total of 12 Wildfires Extinguished Nationwide 6 days
“Urban Planning Concept of Hunnu City” International Open Competition Announced 6 days
“The World of Juraan” Exhibition Unveiled to Showcase Marvel of Bronze Sculptures 6 days
Mongolia and Eurasian Economic Union Sign Interim Free Trade Agreement 6 days
“The Secret History of Chinggis Khaan’s Espionage” Presented to Readers 6 days
Mongolian Judokas Win One Gold and Two Bronze Medals at “Russian Tour-2025” 6 days
“Danshig Naadam - Khuree Tsam 2025” Mongol Religious and Cultural Festival Held 6 days
Mongolian National Appointed as UN Resident Coordinator in Kazakhstan 6 days
First Political Consultations between the Ministries of Foreign Affairs of Mongolia and the Kingdom of Belgium Takes Place in Brussels 6 days
Mongolia Cooperates with Thailand in Weather Modification in the Gobi Region 6 days
Mongolian Women’s Basketball Team Achieves Historic Silver Medal 6 days
This Week in Mongolia 6 days
Foreign Ministers of Mongolia and the Republic of Kazakhstan Hold Official Talks 9 days
President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Pays a State Visit to Mongolia 9 days
Japan-Mongolia Sasakawa Scholarship Program to Be Implemented for 12 Years 9 days
Agreement Reached to Export 2,000 Tons of Horse Meat and Halal-Processed Mutton 9 days
Over 50 International Experts Share Experience on Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation 9 days
Cooperation with ADB in Shifting Ger Districts to Solar Energy Discussed 9 days
Prime Minister of Mongolia Receives Rio Tinto Copper Chief Executive 10 days
Construction of Selbe City to Cost MNT 25 Trillion 10 days
“Top-6” Tournament Named After Honored Athlete G. Boldbaatar to Be Held in Erdenet City 10 days
Mongolia Forum 2025 Takes Place under the Theme "Northeast Asian Peaceful Development and Korean Unification" 10 days
UN Secretary-General Reaffirms Support for Cooperation between Mongolia and UN 10 days
The First National Shearing and Woolhandling Championships Hosted with Over 100 Participants 10 days
Gender Gap Ranking of Mongolia Advances 20 Places 10 days
Mongolia Rated “Very High” in the United Nations E-Government Development Index 10 days
Nandin-Erdene to Compete for ROAD FC Championship Belt 10 days
“Gold-3” Campaign to Be Launched Nationwide 10 days
Mongolia to Host 17th World Horseback Archery Championship 10 days
“I Love Sushi” Exhibition to Promote Sushi Culture 10 days
Mongolia Hosts the 3x3 World Cup: Men Play without Substitutes Today 11 days
State Visit of President of the Republic of Uzbekistan to Mongolia Concludes 11 days
Mongolia Forum 2025 Takes Place under the Theme "Northeast Asian Peaceful Development and Korean Unification" 11 days
Presidents of Mongolia and the Republic of Uzbekistan Plant Commemorative Trees 11 days
Trilateral Efforts to Continue Joint Conservation and Research of Rare Bird Species 11 days
Electronic National Atlas of Mongolia Launched 11 days
State Secretary of the State Great Khural Meets Representatives of the Inter-Parliamentary Union 11 days
Prime Minister Tasks Ambassadors with Attracting Foreign Investment 11 days
Historic "Ikh Khuraldai" Tourism Complex Inaugurated 11 days
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