Highlights
Comprehensive PCR laboratory launched
The first of four Laboratories, each of which includes 19 equipment and accessories that are used for PCR laboratories according to WHO guideline, is now ready to serve the public.
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Government backs to put capital city under lockdown
At its meeting held today, the Cabinet backed the decision made by the State Emergency Commission to impose strict lockdown in the capital city from 6:00 am of February 11 until 6:00 am of February 23.
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Mongolia: Shift from Relief to Resilience Crucial to Economic Recovery
Hit by the COVID-19 crisis, Mongolia’s economy has experienced the worst contraction since its economic transition in early 1990s, but it is projected to rebound in 2021.
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Website launched for Mongolians living in South Korea
The Mongolian Labor and Social Protection Service Center in the Republic of Korea launched www.seoulcenter.mlsp.gov.mn website for Mongolians living and working in the country.
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54 new cases of COVID-19 detected, total reaches 2,174
It was reported during today’s press briefing of the Ministry of Health that 54 new cases of COVID-19 detected after 25,245 tests performed nationwide within the last 24 hours.
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The Harvard Crimson: Oyun-Erdene Luvsannamsrai, Recent Kennedy School Graduate, Appointed Mongolian Prime Minister
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/ We present you an article on Prime Minister L.Oyun-Erdene, published on 'The Harvard Crimson',  Harvard University daily. 
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Citizens abroad to vote for presidential election on May 30, 31
The General Election Commission (GEC) held its regular meeting on February 8, and made some decisions concerning the upcoming presidential election. 
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Snowfall and cold temperatures expected for the Lunar New Year
The National Agency of Meteorology and Environment has issued a warning for blizzards in the western region today and tomorrow. Snowfall and strong winds are expected in the western parts of the country tonight and tomorrow, and in the eastern region on February 11. 
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Working group formed to issue municipal bonds by Ulaanbaatar
On February 9, 2021, chairs of the Citizens’ Representatives’ Khurals convened and approved to establish a working group responsible for issuing municipal bonds in the capital city. 
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Erdenes Mongol pays out MNT 2.37 billion in dividends
Erdenes Mongol LLC, established in 2007 with a purpose to represent the Government of Mongolia in developing the nation’s strategically important mineral deposits, has transferred a total of MNT 2 billion 37 million to the Government’s Implementing Agency for Policy Coordination on State Property to pay for the distribution of dividends for 100 million shares for the first time in its operation. 
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Foreign Minister meets Indian Ambassador
Minister of Foreign Affairs B.Battsetseg met with Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of India to Mongolia Mohinder Pratap Singh on February 9.
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China to donate COVID-19 vaccine to Mongolia
On February 9, Minister of Health S.Enkhbold received Ambassador of China to Mongolia Chai Wenrui.
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D.Khongorzul becomes winner of award for Early-Career Women Scientists in the Developing World
Senior Lecturer of the National University of Mongolia Ph.D Khongorzul Dorjgotov has become of the winners of the 2021 OWSD-Elsevier Foundation Award for Early-Career Women Scientists in the Developing World.  
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L.Oyun-Erdene: Tuv aimag should be developed under city status
Prime Minister L.Oyun-Erdene today got acquainted with activities of the “Ulaanbaatar Railway” Joint Venture and 'Bogdkhan railway' line to be constructed from Rashaant station of Batsumber soum of Tuv aimag to Maanit station crossing the New Airport constructed in Hushig valley in Tuv aimag. 
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47 new cases of COVID-19 reported in Ulaanbaatar
At today’s regular press briefing on the latest COVID-19 situations, it was reported that 47 new cases were detected in Mongolia after testing 18,871 people nationwide within the past 24 hours.
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Top inheritor of intangible cultural heritage for 2020 selected
Citizen of Malchin soum, Uvs aimag, ikhel player, biyelgee dancer Khumbaa Jutaa has been selected as the top inheritor of intangible cultural heritage for the year of 2020. 
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President Battulga visits Salkhit gold and silver deposit in Dornogobi
On February 6, 2021, President of Mongolia Battulga Khaltmaa worked in Dornogobi aimag and visited the Salkhit gold and silver deposit. 
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Assets and reserves in insurance sector increased
Compared to the previous year, the total assets of the insurance sector increased by 4.5 percent to MNT 382.1 billion, and the reserve fund increased by 4.8 percent to MNT 173.5 billion.
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'One door-one test' to be conducted during quarantine
On February 7, Head of the State Emergency Commission, Deputy Prime Minister S.Amarsaikhan and Governor of the Capital City D.Sumiyabazar obliged the emergency commissions and governing bodies of the capital city’s nine districts on matters regarding the implementation of the ‘One door - One test’ measure.
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Capital city reports 50 new cases of COVID-19
The National Center for Communicable Diseases has reported today that a total of 12,250 people were involved in the PCR testing nationwide since yesterday, resulting in a detection of 50 positive cases of COVID-19 in Ulaanbaatar city.
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President of Mongolia and the Emperor of Japan Attend Soyolon Race at Khui Doloon Khudag 19 hours
Chestnut Horse Trained by D. Munkhbat Wins National Naadam Soyolon Race 19 hours
Tourists: The Music, Dance, and Horse Parade of Naadam Opening Ceremony Deeply Moving 20 hours
Lunar-Spotted Bay Horse Trained by G. Buyantogtokh Wins National Naadam's Daaga Race 21 hours
Chestnut Horse Trained by M. Tserenjav Wins National Naadam’s Ikh Nas Race 22 hours
Over 800 Police Officers Deployed at Central Stadium During Naadam 22 hours
Jochen Krueger: "The horseback part of the Naadam opening ceremony was my favorite" 22 hours
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Attend Opening Ceremony of National Naadam Festival 1 day
National Naadam Commences with Grand Opening Ceremony 1 day
World Horse Day Celebrated for the First Time 2 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Visit Mongol–Japan Hospital 2 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and the Empress of Japan Visit Gandantegchenling Monastery 3 days
State Flag Day Observed with Military Parade 3 days
102 Wrestlers Holding National Titles to Compete in National Naadam Wrestling Tournament 3 days
Bay Horse Trained by B. Gantig Wins National Naadam’s Khyazaalan Race 3 days
Mongolia to Cooperate with The Asia Group to Improve Investment Climate 4 days
Ulaanbaatar Mayor Signs Memorandum of Understanding with UK Export Finance Agency to Boost Metro Project 4 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Visit General Education School in Ulaanbaatar 4 days
Prime Minister of Mongolia Holds Virtual Meeting with Local Governors 4 days
General Police Department: Facilities Ready to Assist Lost Children During Naadam Celebrations 4 days
His Majesty the Emperor of Japan Visits Mongol Koosen Technology College 4 days
Mongolia and France Sign Memorandum to Expand Civil Aviation Cooperation 4 days
Mongolia Economic Forum 2025: Government Commits to Investor-Friendly Policies and Economic Diversification 4 days
Feasibility Study for Ulaanbaatar Tram Project Approved 4 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Visit Memorial Complex for Japanese Nationals 5 days
Government to Gather Public Input on Certain Actions to Be Implemented Within 100 Days 5 days
Mongolia and China Agree to Expand Cooperation in Animal and Plant Quarantine 5 days
Over 7,000 Participants Showcase National Dress at 19th “Deeltei Mongol” Festival 5 days
President of Mongolia and First Lady Hold Official Meeting with Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan 5 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Officially Welcomed 5 days
Exhibition of Mongol Chest Features 19th–20th Century Traditional Mongolian Chests 5 days
Buryat State University Launches Center for Mongolian Language and Culture 5 days
His Majesty the Emperor of Japan Visits the Water Supply and Sewerage Authority 6 days
European Bank for Reconstruction and Development to Increase Investments 6 days
Two Mongolian Boxers Win Medals at World Cup 6 days
Mongolia Hosts Asia-Pacific Air Transport Facilitation Forum 6 days
His Majesty the Emperor of Japan Introduced to Gachuurt Water Source Project 6 days
Uchral Nyam-Osor: Economic Immunity Must Be Outcome of Long-Term Intelligent Policy 6 days
His Majesty Emperor Naruhito of Japan Visits Chinggis Khaan National Museum 6 days
Mongolia Transports Coal to China by Rail and Road until Cross-Border Railway Completion 6 days
MiningWeek & MinePro 2025: “Mining Momentum in Mongolia: Driving Progress and Responsibility” 6 days
This Week in Mongolia 6 days
His Majesty Emperor Naruhito and Her Majesty Empress Masako of Japan Arrive in Mongolia on a State Visit 7 days
Masterworks of Modern Mongolian Craftsmen Exhibited at the Chinggis Khaan National Museum 9 days
Launch Event of the SOAP II Project in Darkhan-Uul Aimag 9 days
NEMA Reports Rising Risk of Floods and Wildfires Across Mongolia 9 days
Mongolian Participants Depart for 57th International Chemistry Olympiad in United Arab Emirates 9 days
National Forum of Civil Servants Emphasizes Reforms for Effective Public Service 9 days
“Open Parliament: Expert” Senior Experience Sharing Program to Be Implemented 9 days
Mongolia to Cooperate with South Korea in Developing Specialized Social Protection Services 9 days
Mongolia’s “TOP-100” Businesses of 2024 Recognized 9 days
Mongolia Records 24 Moderate Earthquakes in First Half of 2025 9 days
Discussion Held on Improving Cooperation with Neighboring Countries in the Transport Sector 10 days
U. Tuya: Human Rights Education to Be Delivered at All Levels from Preschool to Higher Education 10 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" 10 days
Nine State-Owned Energy Companies in Western Region Consolidated into Four 10 days
Functional Overlaps of Government Organizations to Be Eliminated 10 days
Mongolian Women’s Basketball Team Achieves Historic Silver Medal 10 days
The Bank of Mongolia Purchases 5.9 Tons of Precious Metals in First Half of 2025 10 days
International Standards for Biodiversity Conservation to Be Localized in Mongolia 10 days
Japan-Mongolia Sasakawa Scholarship Program to Be Implemented for 12 Years 10 days
89th “Mongolian Athletes’ Day” Celebrated 11 days
“Chinggis Khaan” International Airport Became One of the World’s Ten Most Improved Airports 11 days
Mongolian National Team Playmaker Nandinkhusel Joins Florida’s “Panthers” 11 days
Women’s 3x3 Basketball Team Members Awarded Honored Athlete Titles 11 days
History and Heritage of Undur Gegeen Zanabazar in the Focus of International Scholars 11 days
Project to Improve E-Waste Management to be Implemented 11 days
Mongolia Hosts Executive Council Meeting of the Asia-Pacific Postal Union 11 days
Prime Minister of Mongolia Highlights its Commitment to Stable and Reliable External Environment 12 days
Scientific Conference Highlights Achievements in Safeguarding Mongol Biyelgee 12 days
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