Highlights
Low voter turnout in parliamentary by-election for two seats
At 10.00 pm on October 10, the polls closed at two electoral districts for the by-election of two parliament members.
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COVID-19: 2,068 new cases, 17 deaths reported
The Ministry of Health reported that 2,068 new cases of COVID-19 have been reported in the past 24 hours. Specifically, 1,267 cases were confirmed in Ulaanbaatar city, with 801 cases in rural regions and one imported case.
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State Central Third Hospital presented with equipment worth USD 2.9 million
On October 7, a handover ceremony took place at the State Central Third Hospital to present the equipment being provided through the Mongolia COVID-19 Emergency Response and Health System Preparedness Project. The project is being implemented by the Ministry of Health with financing from the World Bank.
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‘Dairy Asia Perspective’ consultative meeting takes place
‘Dairy Asia Perspective’ consultative meeting was held on October 7 to mark the 60th anniversary of Mongolia’s accession to the United Nations. 
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COVID-19: 2,410 new cases, 13 deaths reported
The Ministry of Health reported today that 2,410 new cases of COVID-19 have been reported in the past 24 hours. Specifically, 1,368 cases were confirmed in Ulaanbaatar city, with 1,042 cases in rural regions.
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Electronic visas begin to be issued for foreign nationals
The Electronic Visa Application System has been officially launched through the website evisa.mn from October 1, reports the Ministry of Environment and Tourism.
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President U.Khurelsukh becomes acquainted with operations at reforestation areas
On October 6, President of Mongolia U.Khurelsukh became acquainted with the operations at reforestation areas and sapling farms.
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‘Prague Zoo-Zuungar Gobi’ postage stamp released
‘Prague Zoo-Zuungar Gobi’ postage stamp depicting a herd of Przewalski’s horses has been unveiled to celebrate the successful reintroductions  of Przewalski’s horses or Takhis between Mongolia and the Czech Republic.
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20-year-old wrestler D.Otgonjargal wins bronze from world championships
On October 6, freestyle wrestler D.Otgonjargal won the bronze medal from the women’s 50 kg weight class at the World Wrestling Championships taking place in Oslo, Norway. It is her first time competing at the world championship tournament.
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COVID-19: 2,237 new cases, 15 deaths reported
The Ministry of Health reported that 2,237 new cases of COVID-19 have been reported in the past 24 hours. Specifically, 1,107 cases were confirmed in Ulaanbaatar city, with 1,130 cases in rural regions and one imported case.
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Mongolia receives 899,730 additional Pfizer vaccine doses donated by the United States
The United States is delighted to announce that the U.S. donation of 899,730 more Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine doses has arrived in Mongolia. 
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Draft amendments to the Law on Excise Tax to be withdrawn
At its regular meeting today, the Cabinet has decided to withdraw the bill to amend the Law on Excise Tax, which was formulated in relation to a Bill on State Budget 2022 that was submitted to the Parliament.
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External Advisory Committee meeting of “Switch Off Air Pollution” project organized
Opening the meeting, Beatriz Maroto Izquierdo, Country Director of Geres INGO, lead implementer of the project emphasized that “Despite the difficult situation with the Covid-19 pandemic, the project is being implemented successfully”. During the opening remarks, H.E. Mr. Sébastien Surun , Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador of the French Republic to Mongolia said that “I am grateful that this project against air pollution addresses environmental, economic and social factors together.”
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Facebook partners with the Ministry of Education and Science to train 1,000 teachers
Ulaanbaatar/MONTSAME/. Mongolia’s Ministry of Education and Science and Facebook, the global technology and social media company have entered a new partnership to train 1,000 professional teachers in Mongolia to implement digital literacy education at their own schools.
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Mongolia participating in Expo 2020 Dubai
Mongolia is participating in the Expo 2020 Dubai, taking place from October 1, 2021 to March 31, 2022 in Dubai, the United Arab Emirates. The six-month expo is being held under the theme ‘Connecting Minds and Creating the Future’.
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Terminal for container transportation at Gashuunsukhait to be operated by public and private companies
The new terminal for container transportation at Gashuunsukhait border checkpoint is currently undergoing the inspection of the State Commission. The terminal’s construction was financed by Energy Resource LLC, Erdenes Tavantolgoi JSC, and Tavantolgoi JSC.
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Warm temperatures expected for next few days
Warm temperatures are expected for the next few days, reports the National Agency for Meteorology and Environment.
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Mongolia-Bulgaria agricultural cooperation to be expanded
Representatives led by State Secretary of the Ministry of Food, Agriculture and Light Industry T.Jambaltseren paid a working visit to the Republic of Bulgaria on October 1-2.
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T.Tulga wins bronze from World Wrestling Championships
On October 4, IM T.Tulga won the bronze medal in the men’s 65 kg weight class at the World Wrestling Championships taking place in Oslo, Norway. 
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Mongolia to spend no less than one percent of GDP to plant one billion trees
President of Mongolia U.Khurelsukh has issued a decree directing the Government to develop a comprehensive national program to combat climate change and desertification.
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His Majesty the Emperor of Japan Visits the Water Supply and Sewerage Authority 13 hours
European Bank for Reconstruction and Development to Increase Investments 13 hours
Two Mongolian Boxers Win Medals at World Cup 13 hours
Mongolia Hosts Asia-Pacific Air Transport Facilitation Forum 13 hours
His Majesty the Emperor of Japan Introduced to Gachuurt Water Source Project 14 hours
Uchral Nyam-Osor: Economic Immunity Must Be Outcome of Long-Term Intelligent Policy 15 hours
His Majesty Emperor Naruhito of Japan Visits Chinggis Khaan National Museum 17 hours
Mongolia Transports Coal to China by Rail and Road until Cross-Border Railway Completion 18 hours
MiningWeek & MinePro 2025: “Mining Momentum in Mongolia: Driving Progress and Responsibility” 20 hours
This Week in Mongolia 20 hours
His Majesty Emperor Naruhito and Her Majesty Empress Masako of Japan Arrive in Mongolia on a State Visit 1 day
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
The First National Shearing and Woolhandling Championships Hosted with Over 100 Participants 12 days
Gender Gap Ranking of Mongolia Advances 20 Places 12 days
Mongolia Rated “Very High” in the United Nations E-Government Development Index 12 days
Nandin-Erdene to Compete for ROAD FC Championship Belt 12 days
“Gold-3” Campaign to Be Launched Nationwide 12 days
Mongolia to Host 17th World Horseback Archery Championship 12 days
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