Highlights
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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Geres Country Director receives Arkhangai province's 'Honorable medal'
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WORLD FOOD DAY 2021
This year’s World Food Day finds us at a critical moment. 
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Rio Tinto caught red-handed
While Rio Tinto has not provided concrete responses to the findings of the independent experts, Rio Tinto started to publicize their position on major global media outlets such as mining.com and financialtimes.com stating that “One of the factors that contributed to the US$1.45 billion cost overrun is the increase in investment costs for Mongolian workers.” In other words, while Rio Tinto initially explained “Cost overruns and project delays were due to ground conditions,” pointing at an inanimate object, they are now blaming their Mongolian workers. Outraged by the statement, the executives of Oyu Tolgoi’s mine workers’ trade union submitted a letter of demand to Kh. Amarjargal, Country Director in charge of Rio Tinto’s operations in Mongolia.
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Prime Minister L.Oyun-Erdene: A bill with a budget of MNT 18 trillion presented to the parliament for the very first time
At the plenary session of the parliament on October 14, the first discussions are taking place for the bills on the 2022 State budget, the 2022 Budget for the Social Insurance Fund, the 2022 Budget for the Health Insurance Fund, and the 2022 Budget for the Future Heritage Fund.
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Foreign Ministers of Mongolia and Kazakhstan hold official talks
On October 13, Minister of Foreign Affairs B.Battsetseg held official talks with Acting Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan A.R.Rakhmetullin in the framework of her visit. 
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Foreign Minister pays courtesy call on President of Kazakhstan
Within the framework of her official visit to the Republic of Kazakhstan, Minister of Foreign Affairs B.Battsetseg on October 13 paid a courtesy call on President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev.
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COVID-19: 1,920 new cases, 15 deaths reported
The Ministry of Health reported that 1,920 new cases of COVID-19 have been reported in the past 24 hours. Specifically, 1,053 cases were confirmed in Ulaanbaatar city, with 867 cases in rural regions.
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Minister of Foreign Affairs delivers statement at the Sixth Ministerial Meeting of the CICA
At the Sixth Ministerial Meeting of the Conference on Interaction and Confidence Building Measures in Asia taking place in Nur-Sultan, Kazakhstan, Minister of Foreign Affairs B. Battsetseg delivered a statement on October 12.
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Mongolia and China's Premiers agreed to increase coal export
On October 12, Prime Minister L.Oyun-Erdene held a virtual meeting with Premier of the State Council of the People’s Republic of China Li Keqiang.
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Progress of feasibility study for gas pipeline project at 60 percent
On October 12, Deputy Prime Minister S.Amarsaikhan held a meeting with corresponding officials to discuss accelerating the progress of the gas pipeline project.
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Mongolia is One Step Closer to Sustainable Production
Mongolia, known worldwide for its finest cashmere and unique nomadic culture, has approved the National MNS 6926:2021 - Standard for Sustainable Textile Production, in line with key government policies, including the country’s long-term development policy Vision 2050 and the 2030 Global Agenda for Sustainable Development. Furthermore, the National Standard indicators are in line with international standards, boosting the competitiveness of sustainably produced Mongolian genuine wool and cashmere products in foreign markets. The National Standard was officially approved by the Textile Technical Committee of the Mongolian Agency for Standardization and Metrology, with the main objective to make the textile sector environmentally friendly, socially responsible and ethical. It covers a wide range of issues such as the rational use of natural resources, energy consumption, the use of chemicals, industrial waste, social responsibility, labor protection, and animal rights.
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Foreign Minister attends CICA’s Sixth Meeting of Ministers of Foreign Affairs
Minister of Foreign Affairs B. Battsetseg participated in the Sixth Meeting of the Ministers of Foreign Affairs of the Conference on Interaction and Confidence Building Measures in Asia (CICA) on October 12.
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Ambassador T.Badral visits Inner Mongolia
Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Mongolia to the People's Republic of China T. Badral is paying a working visit to the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region between October 11 and 14.
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‘Selbe’ heating plant put into operation
On October 8, the ‘Selbe’ heating plant was put into operation in the framework of Tranche 1 for the Ulaanbaatar Urban Services and Ger Areas Development Investment Program being implemented with financing from the Asian Development Bank and the European Investment Bank. 
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UNDP Mongolia and Arkhangai aimag partner on localization in tourism
On October 7, The United Nations Development Programme in Mongolia and the Governor’s Office of Arkhangai aimag start a strategic partnership to support the localization of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) via the tourism sector and women entrepreneurship. A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) and a Financing Agreement (FA) was signed with the Governor of Arkhangai Aimag.  
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Mongolia and China Agree to Expand Cooperation in Animal and Plant Quarantine 29 minutes
Over 7,000 Participants Showcase National Dress at 19th “Deeltei Mongol” Festival 3 hours
President of Mongolia and First Lady Hold Official Meeting with Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan 5 hours
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Officially Welcomed 5 hours
Exhibition of Mongol Chest Features 19th–20th Century Traditional Mongolian Chests 7 hours
Buryat State University Launches Center for Mongolian Language and Culture 8 hours
His Majesty the Emperor of Japan Visits the Water Supply and Sewerage Authority 1 day
European Bank for Reconstruction and Development to Increase Investments 1 day
Two Mongolian Boxers Win Medals at World Cup 1 day
Mongolia Hosts Asia-Pacific Air Transport Facilitation Forum 1 day
His Majesty the Emperor of Japan Introduced to Gachuurt Water Source Project 1 day
Uchral Nyam-Osor: Economic Immunity Must Be Outcome of Long-Term Intelligent Policy 1 day
His Majesty Emperor Naruhito of Japan Visits Chinggis Khaan National Museum 1 day
Mongolia Transports Coal to China by Rail and Road until Cross-Border Railway Completion 1 day
MiningWeek & MinePro 2025: “Mining Momentum in Mongolia: Driving Progress and Responsibility” 1 day
This Week in Mongolia 1 day
His Majesty Emperor Naruhito and Her Majesty Empress Masako of Japan Arrive in Mongolia on a State Visit 2 days
Masterworks of Modern Mongolian Craftsmen Exhibited at the Chinggis Khaan National Museum 4 days
Launch Event of the SOAP II Project in Darkhan-Uul Aimag 4 days
NEMA Reports Rising Risk of Floods and Wildfires Across Mongolia 4 days
Mongolian Participants Depart for 57th International Chemistry Olympiad in United Arab Emirates 4 days
National Forum of Civil Servants Emphasizes Reforms for Effective Public Service 4 days
“Open Parliament: Expert” Senior Experience Sharing Program to Be Implemented 4 days
Mongolia to Cooperate with South Korea in Developing Specialized Social Protection Services 4 days
Mongolia’s “TOP-100” Businesses of 2024 Recognized 4 days
Mongolia Records 24 Moderate Earthquakes in First Half of 2025 4 days
Discussion Held on Improving Cooperation with Neighboring Countries in the Transport Sector 5 days
U. Tuya: Human Rights Education to Be Delivered at All Levels from Preschool to Higher Education 5 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" 5 days
Nine State-Owned Energy Companies in Western Region Consolidated into Four 5 days
Functional Overlaps of Government Organizations to Be Eliminated 5 days
Mongolian Women’s Basketball Team Achieves Historic Silver Medal 5 days
The Bank of Mongolia Purchases 5.9 Tons of Precious Metals in First Half of 2025 5 days
International Standards for Biodiversity Conservation to Be Localized in Mongolia 5 days
Japan-Mongolia Sasakawa Scholarship Program to Be Implemented for 12 Years 5 days
89th “Mongolian Athletes’ Day” Celebrated 6 days
“Chinggis Khaan” International Airport Became One of the World’s Ten Most Improved Airports 6 days
Mongolian National Team Playmaker Nandinkhusel Joins Florida’s “Panthers” 6 days
Women’s 3x3 Basketball Team Members Awarded Honored Athlete Titles 6 days
History and Heritage of Undur Gegeen Zanabazar in the Focus of International Scholars 6 days
Project to Improve E-Waste Management to be Implemented 6 days
Mongolia Hosts Executive Council Meeting of the Asia-Pacific Postal Union 6 days
Prime Minister of Mongolia Highlights its Commitment to Stable and Reliable External Environment 7 days
Scientific Conference Highlights Achievements in Safeguarding Mongol Biyelgee 7 days
OECD Upgrades Country Risk Classification of Mongolia 7 days
Mongolia Hosts High-Level Policy Dialogue in East Asia on AI-Enabled Higher Education 7 days
Mongolian Filmmakers Taking Steps toward Presenting Their Projects to International Producers 7 days
A Total of 12 Wildfires Extinguished Nationwide 8 days
“Urban Planning Concept of Hunnu City” International Open Competition Announced 8 days
“The World of Juraan” Exhibition Unveiled to Showcase Marvel of Bronze Sculptures 8 days
Mongolia and Eurasian Economic Union Sign Interim Free Trade Agreement 8 days
“The Secret History of Chinggis Khaan’s Espionage” Presented to Readers 8 days
Mongolian Judokas Win One Gold and Two Bronze Medals at “Russian Tour-2025” 8 days
“Danshig Naadam - Khuree Tsam 2025” Mongol Religious and Cultural Festival Held 8 days
Mongolian National Appointed as UN Resident Coordinator in Kazakhstan 8 days
First Political Consultations between the Ministries of Foreign Affairs of Mongolia and the Kingdom of Belgium Takes Place in Brussels 8 days
Mongolia Cooperates with Thailand in Weather Modification in the Gobi Region 8 days
Mongolian Women’s Basketball Team Achieves Historic Silver Medal 8 days
This Week in Mongolia 8 days
Foreign Ministers of Mongolia and the Republic of Kazakhstan Hold Official Talks 11 days
President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Pays a State Visit to Mongolia 11 days
Japan-Mongolia Sasakawa Scholarship Program to Be Implemented for 12 Years 11 days
Agreement Reached to Export 2,000 Tons of Horse Meat and Halal-Processed Mutton 11 days
Over 50 International Experts Share Experience on Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation 11 days
Cooperation with ADB in Shifting Ger Districts to Solar Energy Discussed 11 days
Prime Minister of Mongolia Receives Rio Tinto Copper Chief Executive 12 days
Construction of Selbe City to Cost MNT 25 Trillion 12 days
“Top-6” Tournament Named After Honored Athlete G. Boldbaatar to Be Held in Erdenet City 12 days
Mongolia Forum 2025 Takes Place under the Theme "Northeast Asian Peaceful Development and Korean Unification" 12 days
UN Secretary-General Reaffirms Support for Cooperation between Mongolia and UN 12 days
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