Highlights
"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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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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President of Mongolia Khurelsukh Ukhnaa Pays State Visit to the Republic of India 5 hours
President of Mongolia Khurelsukh Ukhnaa Concludes State Visit to India 6 hours
Over 150 Enterprises Attend India-Mongolia Business Forum 7 hours
President of Mongolia Confers State Decorations on Indian Citizens 7 hours
Cabinet Reviews Preparations for 2025–2026 Winter and Spring 7 hours
President of Mongolia Receives Speaker of India’s Lower House Om Birla 8 hours
Government Endorses Bill on Cooperation with Kazakhstan in Pension Matters 11 hours
Two Young Mongolian Monks Return Home from Nepal’s ‘Nyanang Phelgyeling’ Monastery 11 hours
Funding Resolved for Bagakhangai-Khushig Valley Branch Railway Project 11 hours
Mongolia and India Deepen Energy and Mining Cooperation During Presidential Visit 12 hours
Mongolia Joins International Solar Alliance Framework Agreement 12 hours
Cabinet Approves Establishment of Public Online School 1 day
Mongolia to Join International Snow Leopard Trust 1 day
‘Transformation’ Exhibition Opens in Portugal 1 day
Mongolian Computational Mathematics Gains Global Recognition Through Springer Nature 1 day
Mongolia Plans to Decrease Tuberculosis Deaths by Five Percent 1 day
Javkhlan Bold: MNT 831 Billion Needed to Raise Salaries and Pensions of Teachers, Doctors, and Pensioners 1 day
Social Issues of Capital City Governor’s Office Employees to Be Addressed 1 day
Mongolian Women’s Table Tennis Team Qualifies for World Championships After Eight-Year Break 1 day
Trade and Development Bank Co-Organizes the “European Union – Mongolia Business and Investment Forum” 1 day
President Khurelsukh Ukhnaa Lays Wreath at Mahatma Gandhi Memorial 1 day
President Khurelsukh Ukhnaa Meets President Droupadi Murmu 1 day
Standing Committee on Budget Reviews Independent Oversight of State Finances 1 day
EIB Global Signs Memorandum of Understanding with Mongolia to Unlock Up To EUR 1 billion for Clean Energy Transition 1 day
Mongolia Sees Increase in Newborn Livestock Survival 1 day
President Khurelsukh Ukhnaa Holds Official Talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi 1 day
Mongolia and India Sign Documents for Broader Cooperation 1 day
Artists from Khuvsgul Aimag Showcase Mongolian Cultural Heritage in South Korea 1 day
Prime Minister of India Welcomes President of Mongolia 2 days
Finance Ministry and European Investment Bank to Sign EUR1 Billion Cooperation Agreement 2 days
Central Bank Discusses Future of Digital Payments in Mongolia 2 days
Caritas Czech Republic Hands Over 20 Years of Project Records to General Authority for Archives of Mongolia 2 days
Hay and Forage Production Surges in 2025 Harvest Season 2 days
Mongolian Men’s Table Tennis Team Qualifies for 2026 World Championships 2 days
Winter Preparations for 2025-2026 Underway 2 days
President of Mongolia Arrives in India for State Visit 2 days
Standing Committee Members Meets Czech Senate Deputy Speaker Jitka Seitlová 2 days
Indian External Affairs Minister Pays Courtesy Call on President Khurelsukh 2 days
Artist Zolbootuguldur Orgil Guiding Audience Through Mysterious Realm of Endurance 3 days
Sludge Processing Plant Construction Set to Begin Next Year in Ulaanbaatar 3 days
Winter Preparation 93 Percent Complete in Ulaanbaatar 3 days
Mongolian Sumo Wrestlers to Compete in 'London Basho 2025' 3 days
President Khurelsukh’s Visit Marks 70 Years of Mongolia-India Diplomatic Relations 3 days
World Conservation Congress Taking Place in Abu Dhabi 3 days
First Mongolian Conference of Young Scientists Announced 3 days
Information Provided to Mongolians Living and Working in Austria 3 days
Burentugs Purev Wins Bayangol District’s 60th Anniversary Wrestling Tournament 3 days
‘Truth’ Photography Exhibition Shows Historical Facts 3 days
New Judges Elected at Mongolia’s Judicial General Council Third Session 3 days
Semi-Coke Fuel Plant to Be Built at Baganuur Coal Mine 3 days
PM Urged Officials to Focus on Duties and Prevent Weather Hardships Instead of Political Disputes 3 days
Experience Energy, Memories at ‘40 GHz’ Exhibition 3 days
Mongolian Wrestlers Win Eight Medals at World Championships 3 days
'Because I Am a Girl' Conference Marks International Day in Mongolia 3 days
Mongolia’s First International Standard Approved 3 days
Mayor Nyambaatar: Enterprises Must Fulfill Obligations Under the Law on Water of Mongolia 3 days
This Week in Mongolia 4 days
State Secretary of Ministry of Food, Agriculture and Light Industry of Mongolia Meets FAO Director-General 5 days
President of Mongolia Khurelsukh Ukhnaa to Pay State Visit to India 6 days
Over 14,000 Earthquakes Recorded in Mongolia in First Ten Months of 2025 6 days
Mongolian Team to Compete in Upcoming Season of Netflix’s ‘Physical: 100’ 6 days
“Uushgi” Brand Named Best Startup Project in Western Mongolia 6 days
Chairman of Mongolian-Cuban Parliamentary Group Meets Cuban Ambassador 6 days
Passenger and Freight Vehicle Imports Decline 6 days
UWW Women in Wrestling Global Forum 2025 Held in Mongolia 6 days
Erdenes Mongol Joins Kharkhorum City in Development and Tree Planting Effort 6 days
Mongolian Film Projects to Participate in 2026 Berlinale European Film Market 6 days
Emeelt Eco Industrial Park to Develop in Eastern and Western Zones 6 days
‘The Wolves Always Come at Night’ Chronicles Mongolian Nomadic Life, Nominated for 2026 Academy Awards 6 days
Mongolia’s Judiciary Gathers to Elect New General Council Members 6 days
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