Highlights
Three 3x3 basketball teams of Mongolia included in ‘Top 30’ of the world
 The International Basketball Federation (FIBA) has recently announced its ‘TOP-30’ 3x3 team ranking for 2021, in which three Mongolian teams ‘Ulaanbaatar MMC Energy,’ ‘Sansar MMC Energy’ and ‘Zaisan MMC Energy’ were included.
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Capital city reports 46 new cases of COVID-19
According to the Ministry of Health, 46 people were confirmed with coronavirus through PCR testing conducted nationwide in the last 24 hours.
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254 Mongolian nationals arrive home from Istanbul
At 01:00 a.m., last night, February 25, a charter flight in route of Istanbul-Ulaanbaatar landed at Buyant-Ukhaa international airport in Ulaanbaatar with 254 passengers on board.
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Belarus to supply equipment necessary for spring crop planting
Minister of Food, Agriculture and Light Industry, Mongolian co-chair of Mongolia-Belarus Intergovernmental Commission for trade, economic, scientific, and technical cooperation Z.Mendsaikhan held an online meeting with Minister of Industry of the Republic of Belarus, Belarusian co-chair of the commission Parkhomchik Petr Aleksandrovich.
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Rural schools and kindergartens to resume operations from March 1
At its regular meeting on February 24, the Cabinet decided that general education schools, kindergartens, and day nurseries in aimags, soums, villages, and bags will resume operations from March 1, 2021.
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32 new cases of COVID-19 detected
Today, the National Center for Communicable Diseases has reported the detection of 32 new cases of COVID-19 in the country after testing a total of 26,058 people in the past 24 hours at the laboratories nationwide.  
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Information campaign for internal migrants launched
"To Go or Stay, Research It" information campaign for internal migrants was launched today, February 23, to continue for 21 days throughout the country. 
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30 new cases of COVID-19 reported, total reaches 2,723
The Ministry of Health provided updates on coronavirus situation in Mongolia. According to the Ministry, 30 people were detected with coronavirus when performing tests on 42,920 people nationwide on February 22.
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Mongolian PM becomes the first person in the country to be vaccinated against COVID-19
Mongolian Prime Minister L. Oyun-Erdene got the first dose of COVID-19 vaccine—‘AstraZeneca’ at the 2nd Central Hospital today, launching the start of the nation’s vaccination program that will enable the country to return to normal.
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Slight snow and strong winds expected in most parts of the country
Slight snow is expected near the Altai Mountains today and in the southeastern parts of Gobi aimags tonight on February 22. Strong winds are also expected in most parts of the country. 
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55 new COVID-19 infections reported, total cases reach 2,693
The daily COVID-19 press briefing by the Ministry of Health for February 22, Monday, has reported that a total of 55 new positive coronavirus cases were detected in the past 24 hours. 
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Mongolia receives first COVID vaccine from India
150,000 doses of Made in India, Covishield Astra Zeneca Vaccine granted by Government of India have arrived Mongolia today, February 22 and have been handed over by Ambassador M P Singh to the H.E. Mr S. Amarsaikhan, Deputy Prime Minister of Mongolia in a special ceremony held at Buyant-Ukhaa Airport.
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Mongolian scholars developing diagnostic tool to detect coronavirus in saliva sample
Scholars of the Mongolian National University of Medical Sciences (MNUMS) launched a project to develop a new PCR test kit to detect antibodies against SARS-Cov-2 in saliva sample and introduce it into use.
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COVID-19: 58 new cases recorded
Today, the National Center for Communicable Diseases has reported the detection of 58 new cases of COVID-19 in the country after testing a total of 47,110 people in the past 24 hours at the laboratories in Ulaanbaatar city and Selenge, Darkhan-Uul and Dornod aimags. 
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Government organizations ordered to work under cost-saving mode through 2021
On February 17, the cabinet held a regular weekly meeting and issued an order to all state and local government organizations and wholly or partially state-owned entities, excluding those organizations directly responding to COVID-19, to take following cost-saving measures until the end of 2021. 
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First doses of COVID-19 vaccines to be brought from India next week
Mongolia is planning to bring first doses of Oxford - AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine on February 22 and start vaccination immediately the next day, February 23, in phases. 
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Altanbulag border port to return to full operations on February 23
On February 17, the cabinet held a regular weekly meeting and made a decision to resume full operations of the Altanbulag auto vehicle border crossing checkpoint in Selenge aimag starting February 23.
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President holds online meeting with peacekeepers
On February 16, President of Mongolia and Commander-in-Chief of the Mongolian Armed Forces Kh.Battulga held an online meeting with Mongolian peacekeepers, who are serving in peacekeeping operations in the Republic of South Sudan and the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan. 
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COVID-19: 28 new cases detected
28 people have been diagnosed with coronavirus after testing 38,409 people nationwide in the past 24 hours.
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Leading airlines commit to helping UNICEF in its mission of transporting COVID-19 vaccines around the world
UNICEF has launched the Humanitarian Airfreight Initiative on February 16. Under this landmark initiative, over 10 leading airlines have signed agreements with UNICEF to support the prioritization of delivery of COVID-19 vaccines, essential medicines, medical devices and other critical supplies to respond to the pandemic. The Initiative will also act as a global logistics preparedness mechanism for other humanitarian and health crises over the longer term. 
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Their Majesties the Emperor and the Empress of Japan Visit Gandantegchenling Monastery 5 hours
State Flag Day Observed with Military Parade 14 hours
102 Wrestlers Holding National Titles to Compete in National Naadam Wrestling Tournament 15 hours
Bay Horse Trained by B. Gantig Wins National Naadam’s Khyazaalan Race 15 hours
Mongolia to Cooperate with The Asia Group to Improve Investment Climate 1 day
Ulaanbaatar Mayor Signs Memorandum of Understanding with UK Export Finance Agency to Boost Metro Project 1 day
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Visit General Education School in Ulaanbaatar 1 day
Prime Minister of Mongolia Holds Virtual Meeting with Local Governors 1 day
General Police Department: Facilities Ready to Assist Lost Children During Naadam Celebrations 1 day
His Majesty the Emperor of Japan Visits Mongol Koosen Technology College 1 day
Mongolia and France Sign Memorandum to Expand Civil Aviation Cooperation 1 day
Mongolia Economic Forum 2025: Government Commits to Investor-Friendly Policies and Economic Diversification 1 day
Feasibility Study for Ulaanbaatar Tram Project Approved 1 day
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Visit Memorial Complex for Japanese Nationals 2 days
Government to Gather Public Input on Certain Actions to Be Implemented Within 100 Days 2 days
Mongolia and China Agree to Expand Cooperation in Animal and Plant Quarantine 2 days
Over 7,000 Participants Showcase National Dress at 19th “Deeltei Mongol” Festival 3 days
President of Mongolia and First Lady Hold Official Meeting with Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan 3 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Officially Welcomed 3 days
Exhibition of Mongol Chest Features 19th–20th Century Traditional Mongolian Chests 3 days
Buryat State University Launches Center for Mongolian Language and Culture 3 days
His Majesty the Emperor of Japan Visits the Water Supply and Sewerage Authority 3 days
European Bank for Reconstruction and Development to Increase Investments 3 days
Two Mongolian Boxers Win Medals at World Cup 3 days
Mongolia Hosts Asia-Pacific Air Transport Facilitation Forum 3 days
His Majesty the Emperor of Japan Introduced to Gachuurt Water Source Project 4 days
Uchral Nyam-Osor: Economic Immunity Must Be Outcome of Long-Term Intelligent Policy 4 days
His Majesty Emperor Naruhito of Japan Visits Chinggis Khaan National Museum 4 days
Mongolia Transports Coal to China by Rail and Road until Cross-Border Railway Completion 4 days
MiningWeek & MinePro 2025: “Mining Momentum in Mongolia: Driving Progress and Responsibility” 4 days
This Week in Mongolia 4 days
His Majesty Emperor Naruhito and Her Majesty Empress Masako of Japan Arrive in Mongolia on a State Visit 4 days
Masterworks of Modern Mongolian Craftsmen Exhibited at the Chinggis Khaan National Museum 6 days
Launch Event of the SOAP II Project in Darkhan-Uul Aimag 6 days
NEMA Reports Rising Risk of Floods and Wildfires Across Mongolia 7 days
Mongolian Participants Depart for 57th International Chemistry Olympiad in United Arab Emirates 7 days
National Forum of Civil Servants Emphasizes Reforms for Effective Public Service 7 days
“Open Parliament: Expert” Senior Experience Sharing Program to Be Implemented 7 days
Mongolia to Cooperate with South Korea in Developing Specialized Social Protection Services 7 days
Mongolia’s “TOP-100” Businesses of 2024 Recognized 7 days
Mongolia Records 24 Moderate Earthquakes in First Half of 2025 7 days
Discussion Held on Improving Cooperation with Neighboring Countries in the Transport Sector 7 days
U. Tuya: Human Rights Education to Be Delivered at All Levels from Preschool to Higher Education 7 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" 8 days
Nine State-Owned Energy Companies in Western Region Consolidated into Four 8 days
Functional Overlaps of Government Organizations to Be Eliminated 8 days
Mongolian Women’s Basketball Team Achieves Historic Silver Medal 8 days
The Bank of Mongolia Purchases 5.9 Tons of Precious Metals in First Half of 2025 8 days
International Standards for Biodiversity Conservation to Be Localized in Mongolia 8 days
Japan-Mongolia Sasakawa Scholarship Program to Be Implemented for 12 Years 8 days
89th “Mongolian Athletes’ Day” Celebrated 8 days
“Chinggis Khaan” International Airport Became One of the World’s Ten Most Improved Airports 9 days
Mongolian National Team Playmaker Nandinkhusel Joins Florida’s “Panthers” 9 days
Women’s 3x3 Basketball Team Members Awarded Honored Athlete Titles 9 days
History and Heritage of Undur Gegeen Zanabazar in the Focus of International Scholars 9 days
Project to Improve E-Waste Management to be Implemented 9 days
Mongolia Hosts Executive Council Meeting of the Asia-Pacific Postal Union 9 days
Prime Minister of Mongolia Highlights its Commitment to Stable and Reliable External Environment 9 days
Scientific Conference Highlights Achievements in Safeguarding Mongol Biyelgee 10 days
OECD Upgrades Country Risk Classification of Mongolia 10 days
Mongolia Hosts High-Level Policy Dialogue in East Asia on AI-Enabled Higher Education 10 days
Mongolian Filmmakers Taking Steps toward Presenting Their Projects to International Producers 10 days
A Total of 12 Wildfires Extinguished Nationwide 10 days
“Urban Planning Concept of Hunnu City” International Open Competition Announced 10 days
“The World of Juraan” Exhibition Unveiled to Showcase Marvel of Bronze Sculptures 10 days
Mongolia and Eurasian Economic Union Sign Interim Free Trade Agreement 10 days
“The Secret History of Chinggis Khaan’s Espionage” Presented to Readers 11 days
Mongolian Judokas Win One Gold and Two Bronze Medals at “Russian Tour-2025” 11 days
“Danshig Naadam - Khuree Tsam 2025” Mongol Religious and Cultural Festival Held 11 days
Mongolian National Appointed as UN Resident Coordinator in Kazakhstan 11 days
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