Highlights
B.Solongoo: We are open to have honest and transparent discussions with Rio Tinto
The following is an interview with Solongoo Bayarsaikhan, Deputy Chief of the Cabinet Secretariat.
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Finance Minister B.Javkhlan: Gashuunsukhait border checkpoint resumes operations
On August 31, Minister of Finance B.Javkhlan announced that the Gashuunsukhait border checkpoint has resumed operations from August 30. Due to the pandemic situation, the Chinese side had made the decision to temporarily halt coal transport between Gashuunsukhait and Gantsmod border checkpoints for 14 days. 
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L.Oyun-Erdene: A new century of Mongolian-Russian cooperation begins
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/. Prime Minister of Mongolia L.Oyun-Erdene took part in a joint public and private sector meeting on ‘Supporting Mongolian-Russian business and attracting investment from Russia’.
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E.Sodnompiljee becomes Paralympic Champion in powerlifting
Today, on August 30, State Honored Athlete E.Sodnompiljee successfully lifted 245 kg in the men’s -107 kg weight class at the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games, setting a new Paralympic Record.
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Coal trucks begin to transport freight from Erlian border checkpoint
The working group appointed by the Government has now been working at Zamiin-Uud for over a month. While 100 transport vehicles used to enter through the border during the time the working group began to be established, the number of vehicles has increased to 170 as of today.
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President U.Khurelsukh to participate virtually in Eastern Economic Forum
President of Mongolia U.Khurelsukh will address the Eastern Economic Forum 2021 which will be held in Vladivostok, Russia on September 2-4.
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New facility put into operation at Central Storage for Vaccine and Biopreparations
On August 26, Prime Minister L.Oyun-Erdene, Deputy Prime Minister S.Amarsaikhan, and Minister of Health S.Enkhbold became acquainted with the operations of the National Center for Communicable Diseases.
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Discussion takes place on implementation of Mongolia-U.S. Transparency Agreement
On August 25, Speaker G.Zandanshatar received representatives led by Deputy Chief of Mission of the U.S. Embassy in Mongolia Gregory May. 
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Training held for newly appointed Ambassadors
A training for newly appointed Ambassadors to represent Mongolia in 23 foreign countries was held between August 20 and August 24.
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37 international flights scheduled for October
“In the month of October, 37 international flights are planned to be conducted. However, the flight times of some flights may change due to works carried out in accordance with infection prevention guidelines,” reported the MCAA.
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Bogdkhan railway project launched
The Bogdkhan railway project was launched today, on August 23. 
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MCC and Mongolia break ground on USD 93 million infrastructure investment
The Government of Mongolia and the U.S. Government’s Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) broke ground on August 20 on a USD 93 million Advanced Water Purification Plant (AWPP) in Mongolia’s capital city of Ulaanbaatar.
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Prime Minister L.Oyun-Erdene: It is important for all sides involved to put in effort into resuming in-person classes
On August 19, Prime Minister L.Oyun-Erdene became acquainted with how the General Entrance Exams are being organized at schools. With the first exam taking place for the subject of Mongolian History, the exams are planned to be organized until August 22.
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Investors support plans to introduce pandemic economic recovery law
On August 17, at the ‘Economy in the midst of the pandemic - Public-Private-Investors Meeting’, Prime Minister L.Oyun-Erdene said the Government of Mongolia is announcing a policy to intensify public-private partnerships on the 200th day since its formation, which fell on the day of the meeting. 
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PM: A policy to intensify public-private partnership is being announced
Today marks the 200th day since the formation of Mongolia's new government. In connection with this, the “Economy in the midst of the pandemic - Public-Private-Investors Meeting” was held, involving foreign investors and representatives of the international organizations in Mongolia. 
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Government of Mongolia in 200 days: 225 thousand jobs saved during COVID-19
Due to the pandemic, countries around the globe faced the worst social and economic crisis in 100 years. 
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Prime Minister checks operations of Tavan Tolgoi Tulsh LLC
Prime Minister L. Oyun-Erdene got acquainted with operations of ‘Tavan Tolgoi Tulsh’ LLC refined coal briquette plant today, August 16.
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Construction of IT, Communication and Outsourcing Center begins
Minister of Education and Science L.Enkh-Amgalan, Member of the Parliament B.Saranchimeg, and Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of India to Mongolia Mohinder Pratap Singh attended the ground-breaking ceremony of the Atal Bihari Vajpayee Center for Excellence in IT, Communication and Outsourcing.
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Prime Minister L. Oyun-Erdene: The participation of teachers and parents is important to overcome learning loss.
Today, August 13, Prime Minister L. Oyun-Erdene visited the general educational schools No: 75 in Khan-Uul district and No: 14 in Bayanzurkh district as well as kindergarten No: 146 in Bayanzurkh district with a view to see preparations for the new school year of 2021-2022 amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Director Bat-Amgalan Lkhagvajav wins award from Locarno Film Festival
Film director Bat-Amgalan Lkhagvajav has won the Moulin d'Andé -CECI Award from the Locarno Film Festival for his short film, ‘Sleepless’. The 74th edition of the international film festival is taking place in Locarno, Switzerland from August 4 to 14. 
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Mongolia, South Korea to Open Joint Rare Metals Research Center 11 hours
Chinese Group Introduces Model Industrial Complex Project 11 hours
NEMA rescues 40 People Nationwide Last Week 12 hours
PM Receives MWF’s Request to Cooperate in Mental Health Protection 12 hours
President Khurelsukh Hails Efforts to Protect Mongolian Heritage Abroad 14 hours
Mongolia, US Discuss Cooperation in Investment, Mining, Tourism, Space Exploration 1 day
Ulaanbaatar, Bucheon Share Views on Traffic Congestion, Disaster Risks 1 day
PM Reaffirms Transparency in Budget Approval 1 day
Mongolia to Increase Coal Supply to China 1 day
A. Baasansuren: 'Wool and Cashmere Art Creates Warm Ambience and Positive Energy at Home' 1 day
Mongolia, Uzbekistan Explore Cooperation in Supporting Women 1 day
Mongolian Women Entrepreneurs Awarded USD 1 Million in WEIDE Grant 1 day
PM Meets Ulaanbaatar District and Khoroo Governors 1 day
PM Zandanshatar Appreciates 30 Years of KOICA’s Cooperation 1 day
Women Entrepreneurs to Solve Shared Challenges 1 day
New Zealand House of Representatives Speaker to Visit Mongolia 1 day
AR Technology: Mother Language and Oral Tradition 1 day
Working Group Starts State Loss Compensation Process 2 days
Mongolia Wins 2nd, 3rd, 4th Places at Axe International Festival 2 days
Umnugobi: Forest Belt Becomes a Haven for Gobi Birds 2 days
Public-Private Partnership to Develop 40-Hectare Land 2 days
Mongolia and Indonesia to Closely Cooperate on High-Level Visits 3 days
Over 200 Handicraft Works Showcased at the 'Mongolian Khudrug and Handicrafts Festival' 3 days
World Women Entrepreneurs Forum 2025 Commences 3 days
Hundred Mongolian Youth Participate in “Inspiring the Youth” Event 3 days
Mongolia’s “The MongolZ” Team Wins Esports World Cup 2025 3 days
Mongolia-Venezuela to Cooperate in Mining, Tourism, and Education 3 days
Mongolia, Cambodia to Strengthen Bilateral Relations 3 days
Thirteen Teams Compete in the 'ABU Robocon 2025 Ulaanbaatar' International Tournament 3 days
This Week in Mongolia 3 days
IV International Congress of the Mongolian Society of Dermatologists Opens in Ulaanbaatar 3 days
Deputy Chair of Mongolia–Singapore Parliamentary Group Meets Senior Minister of State Sim Ann of Singapore 3 days
Scholars Present Research on 80th Anniversary of Victory in the Liberation War 3 days
PM Expresses Commitment to Strengthening Ties with Laos 5 days
Maral-Erdene Claims Fourth Victory at the Tour of Mongolia 2025 6 days
Tourism Sector Between Mongolia and South Korea Highlighted for Rapid Growth 6 days
Mongolia-Singapore Cooperation to Advance 6 days
FIBA U16 Asia Cup to Be Held in Mongolia 6 days
FEALAC: “Ulaanbaatar Declaration” Draft Finalized 6 days
US Funding Continues for “Child Protection from Human Trafficking” Project 6 days
E. Odzaya Wins Bronze at World U20 Championships 6 days
Mining Week 2025 to Be Held in September 6 days
Uniting Youth Through Cultural Diplomacy 7 days
Foreign Ministers of Mongolia and Laos Hold Official Talks 7 days
The 10th Foreign Ministers’ Meeting of FEALAC Underway 7 days
Efficient Use of Renewable Energy Resources Can Enable Regional Supply 7 days
Mongolia Wins 18 Medals at International Robotics Competition 7 days
Management Positions Reduced by 54 in Government Agencies 7 days
“President Sports Complex” Named After Heads of State to Be Built 7 days
Canadian Ambassador Presents Credentials Copy 7 days
PM: “SOEs Must Lead in Implementing the State Austerity Policy” 7 days
Mongolia and the Republic of Korea Expand Climate Change Cooperation 8 days
Foreign Minister of Laos Arrives in Mongolia 8 days
First All-Women Crew Flight Operated 8 days
Official COP17 Logo Approved 8 days
New E-Platform to Receive Reports on Environmental Violations 8 days
FEALAC and Mongolia 8 days
Household Monthly Income Rises by MNT 119,300 from 2024 8 days
Uchral Nyam-Osor: “Mongolia-Japan Economic Cooperation Partnership Needs Advancement” 9 days
Saruul Bulgan: “Women Entrepreneurs Plan Their Businesses More Optimistically Than Men” 9 days
Dryland Sustainable Landscapes Impact Program Underway 9 days
Mongolia Wins U12 Asian Open Tee Ball International Tournament 9 days
Shivee-Ovoo Mine to Increase Employee Performance Evaluation by up to 50 Percent 9 days
Mongolian Shooters Departed for the 16th Asian Shooting Championships 9 days
Success in Irrigated Agriculture: Results from a Field Experiment 9 days
Foreign Minister of the Lao People’s Democratic Republic to Pay an Official Visit to Mongolia 9 days
Over 30 Countries’ Top Horse Archers to Gather in Mongolia 9 days
"Ulaanbaatar Walking Festival 2025" to Be Held in Gorkhi-Terelj 10 days
U.S. Funding to Continue for Mongolia Water Compact Initiatives 10 days
Pastureland Photo Monitoring to Be Improved Through International Cooperation 10 days
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