Highlights
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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By-election re-polling scheduled for October 16
The General Election Commission (GEC) convened today, and made the decision to hold re-polling for the parliamentary by-election on Saturday, October 16.
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COVID-19: 1,348 new cases, 14 deaths reported
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/. The Ministry of Health reported that 1,348 new cases of COVID-19 have been reported in the past 24 hours. Specifically, 835 cases were confirmed in Ulaanbaatar city, with 513 cases in rural regions.
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Statement delivered during the 3rd committee meeting at the General Assembly 76th Session
Director-General of the Multilateral Cooperation Department of the Foreign Affairs Ministry, Ms. D.Gerelmaa participated in the Third Committee meeting of the General Assembly 76th session and delivered a virtual statement on October 7, 2021.
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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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Parliament Accepts Resignation of Speaker Amarbayasgalan 8 hours
Capital City Bans E-Bikes and Scooters for Winter 9 hours
Ulaanbaatar to Build Mongolia’s First Waste-to-Energy Power Plant 10 hours
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First-ever EU-Mongolia Business and Investment Forum Held 10 hours
Parliament Votes to Relieve Prime Minister Zandanshatar of Duties 11 hours
Mongolian Teacher Honored with Princess Maha Chakri Award 11 hours
Mongolia-Czech Parliamentary Group Head Meets Deputy Speaker of Czech Senate 11 hours
Hero of Labor Sodnompiljee Wins His Ninth World Championship Medal 11 hours
Top-10 Finish for WIM Enkhrii at 2025 World Youth Chess Championships 12 hours
‘Shuteen Torgon Zurag’ Exhibition Presents Wonders of Mongolian Painting 12 hours
Mayor of Ulaanbaatar Authorized to Conclude Partnership Agreement for CHP-5 Project 16 hours
Embassy of Mongolia Hosts Sumo Wrestlers Ahead of London Basho 2025 16 hours
President Khurelsukh Uknaa’s State Visit to India Showcases Mongolian Artistic Heritage 16 hours
‘Odyssey’ to Premiere at State Puppet Theatre 16 hours
President of Mongolia Khurelsukh Ukhnaa Pays State Visit to the Republic of India 1 day
President of Mongolia Khurelsukh Ukhnaa Concludes State Visit to India 1 day
Over 150 Enterprises Attend India-Mongolia Business Forum 1 day
President of Mongolia Confers State Decorations on Indian Citizens 1 day
Cabinet Reviews Preparations for 2025–2026 Winter and Spring 1 day
President of Mongolia Receives Speaker of India’s Lower House Om Birla 1 day
Government Endorses Bill on Cooperation with Kazakhstan in Pension Matters 1 day
Two Young Mongolian Monks Return Home from Nepal’s ‘Nyanang Phelgyeling’ Monastery 1 day
Funding Resolved for Bagakhangai-Khushig Valley Branch Railway Project 1 day
Mongolia and India Deepen Energy and Mining Cooperation During Presidential Visit 1 day
Mongolia Joins International Solar Alliance Framework Agreement 1 day
Cabinet Approves Establishment of Public Online School 2 days
Mongolia to Join International Snow Leopard Trust 2 days
‘Transformation’ Exhibition Opens in Portugal 2 days
Mongolian Computational Mathematics Gains Global Recognition Through Springer Nature 2 days
Mongolia Plans to Decrease Tuberculosis Deaths by Five Percent 2 days
Javkhlan Bold: MNT 831 Billion Needed to Raise Salaries and Pensions of Teachers, Doctors, and Pensioners 2 days
Social Issues of Capital City Governor’s Office Employees to Be Addressed 2 days
Mongolian Women’s Table Tennis Team Qualifies for World Championships After Eight-Year Break 2 days
Trade and Development Bank Co-Organizes the “European Union – Mongolia Business and Investment Forum” 2 days
President Khurelsukh Ukhnaa Lays Wreath at Mahatma Gandhi Memorial 3 days
President Khurelsukh Ukhnaa Meets President Droupadi Murmu 3 days
Standing Committee on Budget Reviews Independent Oversight of State Finances 3 days
EIB Global Signs Memorandum of Understanding with Mongolia to Unlock Up To EUR 1 billion for Clean Energy Transition 3 days
Mongolia Sees Increase in Newborn Livestock Survival 3 days
President Khurelsukh Ukhnaa Holds Official Talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi 3 days
Mongolia and India Sign Documents for Broader Cooperation 3 days
Artists from Khuvsgul Aimag Showcase Mongolian Cultural Heritage in South Korea 3 days
Prime Minister of India Welcomes President of Mongolia 3 days
Finance Ministry and European Investment Bank to Sign EUR1 Billion Cooperation Agreement 3 days
Central Bank Discusses Future of Digital Payments in Mongolia 3 days
Caritas Czech Republic Hands Over 20 Years of Project Records to General Authority for Archives of Mongolia 3 days
Hay and Forage Production Surges in 2025 Harvest Season 4 days
Mongolian Men’s Table Tennis Team Qualifies for 2026 World Championships 4 days
Winter Preparations for 2025-2026 Underway 4 days
President of Mongolia Arrives in India for State Visit 4 days
Standing Committee Members Meets Czech Senate Deputy Speaker Jitka Seitlová 4 days
Indian External Affairs Minister Pays Courtesy Call on President Khurelsukh 4 days
Artist Zolbootuguldur Orgil Guiding Audience Through Mysterious Realm of Endurance 4 days
Sludge Processing Plant Construction Set to Begin Next Year in Ulaanbaatar 4 days
Winter Preparation 93 Percent Complete in Ulaanbaatar 4 days
Mongolian Sumo Wrestlers to Compete in 'London Basho 2025' 4 days
President Khurelsukh’s Visit Marks 70 Years of Mongolia-India Diplomatic Relations 4 days
World Conservation Congress Taking Place in Abu Dhabi 4 days
First Mongolian Conference of Young Scientists Announced 4 days
Information Provided to Mongolians Living and Working in Austria 4 days
Burentugs Purev Wins Bayangol District’s 60th Anniversary Wrestling Tournament 4 days
‘Truth’ Photography Exhibition Shows Historical Facts 4 days
New Judges Elected at Mongolia’s Judicial General Council Third Session 5 days
Semi-Coke Fuel Plant to Be Built at Baganuur Coal Mine 5 days
PM Urged Officials to Focus on Duties and Prevent Weather Hardships Instead of Political Disputes 5 days
Experience Energy, Memories at ‘40 GHz’ Exhibition 5 days
Mongolian Wrestlers Win Eight Medals at World Championships 5 days
'Because I Am a Girl' Conference Marks International Day in Mongolia 5 days
Mongolia’s First International Standard Approved 5 days
Mayor Nyambaatar: Enterprises Must Fulfill Obligations Under the Law on Water of Mongolia 5 days
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