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SEC suggests to impose another strict lockdown measures April 3-18, cabinet to decide
In connection with Mongolia's daily COVID-19 case counts of the past several days, which have been at least 300, the State Emergency Commission yesterday, March 29, convened for an online meeting. 
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UNESCAP expresses readiness to cooperate in mitigating challenges caused by COVID-19
On March 29, H.E. Ms. B.Battsetseg, Minister for Foreign Affairs had a video call with H.E. Ms. Armida Alisjahbana, Executive Secretary of the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (UNESCAP).
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481 new cases of COVID-19 recorded
At the regular press briefing of the Ministry of Health today on March 30, it was reported that 481 new cases were detected in Mongolia after testing 14,218 people nationwide within the past 24 hours. 
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Terunofuji G.Gan-Erdene wins Spring Grand Sumo Tournament with 12 wins
On the 15th day of the Spring Grand Sumo Tournament that took place in Tokyo, Japan, sekiwake Terunofuji G.Gan-Erdene defeated ozeki Takakeisho, grabbing the championship title with 12 wins.
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Mongolian judokas finish Grand Slam with two gold and one bronze medals
IM G.Altanbagana won the bronze medal in the men’s 90 kg weight class on the last day of the Tbilisi Grand Slam that took place in Tbilisi, Georgia on March 26-28.
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Efforts underway to open Chinggis Khaan airport by July 1
Minister of Road and Transport Development L.Khaltar had a virtual meeting with CEO of New Ulaanbaatar International Airport joint venture between Mongolia and Japan, responsible for the management of Chinggis Khaan International Airport, on March 26. 
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COVID-19 infection cases rise by 575
At the regular press briefing of the Ministry of Health today on March 29, it was reported that 575 new cases were detected in Mongolia after testing 13,210 people nationwide within the past 24 hours. 
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321 new cases of COVID-19 detected, total reaches 7,014
It was reported during today’s press briefing of the Ministry of Health that 321 new cases of COVID-19 detected after 13,057 tests performed nationwide in the past 24 hours.
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COVID-19: 361 new cases detected
At the regular press briefing of the Ministry of Health today on March 27, it was reported that 361 new cases were detected in Mongolia after testing 17 thousand people nationwide within the past 24 hours. 
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Talks with Rio Tinto on Oyu Tolgoi project to launch next week
Minister of Justice and Home Affairs Kh.Nyambaatar, who is heading the working group established by the order of Prime Minister of Mongolia to hold negotiations on Oyu Tolgoi issues, has delivered an update on the OyuTolgoi project matters.
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12 charter flights to bring 2100 Mongolians home in April
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs announces that change has been made to schedule of charter flight and about 2100 Mongolian nationals, who have submitted their request to return home, will be repatriated by 12 charter flights in April.
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Education ministry officials hold meeting with female MPs
On March 25, officials of the Ministry of Education and Science held a meeting with female MPs. The meeting was attended by the Minister of Construction and Urban Development, and Minister of Environment and Tourism as well as representatives of the ministries.
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437 new cases of COVID-19 confirmed in the past 24 hours
It was reported during today’s press briefing of the Ministry of Health that 437 new cases of COVID-19 detected after 14,939 tests performed nationwide in the past 24 hours. It means 50 per cent increase from yesterday's, which was  the highest number of cases within a day, since the first locally confirmed case was recorded. 
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Period of heightened state of readiness extended until April 30
On March 25, the Cabinet convened for an irregular meeting and approved a resolution on extending the period of  heightened state of readiness for disaster protection nationwide until April 30.
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Life and works of Zanabazar presented
On March 23, an interesting event at the Maksimilian Voloshin Library and Cultural Center in Moscow provided its participants an opportunity to explore theartistic life of Undur Gegeen Zanabazar. 
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Mongolia receives 25,740 doses of Pfizer vaccine via COVAX Facility
On March 24, MIAT Mongolian Airlines’ cargo aircraft flew between Ulaanbaatar and Seoul and brought 5 packages of 149 kilograms of the Pfizer–BioNTech COVID‑19 vaccine – brand named ‘Comirnaty’. 
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285 new cases of COVID-19 reported
The daily COVID-19 press briefing by the Ministry of Health for March 25 reported that in the past 24 hours 13,456 people were tested at the laboratories nationwide and 285 new coronavirus cases were confirmed. 
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Bank of Mongolia decides to keep policy rate unchanged
At the scheduled meeting held on March 24, 2021, the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the Bank of Mongolia took into consideration the current state and outlook of the economy and financial markets, as well as the uncertainties and risks inherent in the domestic and external environments
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Next generation sequencing laboratory to be established in April
With support from the World Health Organization, a comprehensive laboratory equipped with next generation sequencing (NGS) or viral whole-genome sequencing machines is to be established at the National Center for Communicable Diseases in April.
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Rain and wet snow expected throughout the country this week
The National Agency of Meteorology and Environment has issued a warning for strong winds in the Altai mountains as well as the Gobi and plains tomorrow on March 25. 
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Governor-General of Australia to Pay State Visit Mongolia 10 hours
B. Erkhembayar Wins Silver Medal at 16th Asian Shooting Championships 10 hours
IFC to Explore Growth Potential of Mongolia’s Cashmere Sector 14 hours
Mining Sector Requests Extension on New Royalty Calculation Method 14 hours
Favorable Conditions Emerge for Cooperation with Polish Enterprises 14 hours
PM Orders State Secretaries to Lead Anti-Corruption Drive 14 hours
OBITUARY: In Memory of Mr. Besud Erdene Chuluunbat 14 hours
Northeast Asian Countries Expand Regional Cooperation 1 day
Aandaa Erdenebileg: ‘My Vision Is to Stage a Ballet Gala in Mongolia with My International Colleagues’ 1 day
B. Khulan Wins Bronze at Judo Cadet World Championships 2025 1 day
Shooter E. Davaakhuu Wins Bronze at 16th Asian Championship 1 day
State to Conduct National Census of Mineral Licenses, Ownership, and Locations 1 day
UNICEF Training Prepares 30 Trainers to Strengthen Children’s Voices 1 day
Kyrgyz Enterprises Seek to Import Meat from Mongolia 1 day
Thermal, Water Plant Deal Signed with Chinese Partnership 1 day
China-Mongolia Expo 2025 Underway 1 day
Mongolia, South Korea to Open Joint Rare Metals Research Center 2 days
Chinese Group Introduces Model Industrial Complex Project 2 days
NEMA rescues 40 People Nationwide Last Week 2 days
PM Receives MWF’s Request to Cooperate in Mental Health Protection 2 days
President Khurelsukh Hails Efforts to Protect Mongolian Heritage Abroad 3 days
Mongolia, US Discuss Cooperation in Investment, Mining, Tourism, Space Exploration 3 days
Ulaanbaatar, Bucheon Share Views on Traffic Congestion, Disaster Risks 3 days
PM Reaffirms Transparency in Budget Approval 3 days
Mongolia to Increase Coal Supply to China 3 days
A. Baasansuren: 'Wool and Cashmere Art Creates Warm Ambience and Positive Energy at Home' 4 days
Mongolia, Uzbekistan Explore Cooperation in Supporting Women 4 days
Mongolian Women Entrepreneurs Awarded USD 1 Million in WEIDE Grant 4 days
PM Meets Ulaanbaatar District and Khoroo Governors 4 days
PM Zandanshatar Appreciates 30 Years of KOICA’s Cooperation 4 days
Women Entrepreneurs to Solve Shared Challenges 4 days
New Zealand House of Representatives Speaker to Visit Mongolia 4 days
AR Technology: Mother Language and Oral Tradition 4 days
Working Group Starts State Loss Compensation Process 4 days
Mongolia Wins 2nd, 3rd, 4th Places at Axe International Festival 4 days
Umnugobi: Forest Belt Becomes a Haven for Gobi Birds 4 days
Public-Private Partnership to Develop 40-Hectare Land 4 days
Mongolia and Indonesia to Closely Cooperate on High-Level Visits 5 days
Over 200 Handicraft Works Showcased at the 'Mongolian Khudrug and Handicrafts Festival' 5 days
World Women Entrepreneurs Forum 2025 Commences 5 days
Hundred Mongolian Youth Participate in “Inspiring the Youth” Event 5 days
Mongolia’s “The MongolZ” Team Wins Esports World Cup 2025 5 days
Mongolia-Venezuela to Cooperate in Mining, Tourism, and Education 5 days
Mongolia, Cambodia to Strengthen Bilateral Relations 5 days
Thirteen Teams Compete in the 'ABU Robocon 2025 Ulaanbaatar' International Tournament 5 days
This Week in Mongolia 5 days
IV International Congress of the Mongolian Society of Dermatologists Opens in Ulaanbaatar 5 days
Deputy Chair of Mongolia–Singapore Parliamentary Group Meets Senior Minister of State Sim Ann of Singapore 5 days
Scholars Present Research on 80th Anniversary of Victory in the Liberation War 5 days
PM Expresses Commitment to Strengthening Ties with Laos 7 days
Maral-Erdene Claims Fourth Victory at the Tour of Mongolia 2025 8 days
Tourism Sector Between Mongolia and South Korea Highlighted for Rapid Growth 8 days
Mongolia-Singapore Cooperation to Advance 8 days
FIBA U16 Asia Cup to Be Held in Mongolia 8 days
FEALAC: “Ulaanbaatar Declaration” Draft Finalized 8 days
US Funding Continues for “Child Protection from Human Trafficking” Project 8 days
E. Odzaya Wins Bronze at World U20 Championships 8 days
Mining Week 2025 to Be Held in September 8 days
Uniting Youth Through Cultural Diplomacy 8 days
Foreign Ministers of Mongolia and Laos Hold Official Talks 8 days
The 10th Foreign Ministers’ Meeting of FEALAC Underway 9 days
Efficient Use of Renewable Energy Resources Can Enable Regional Supply 9 days
Mongolia Wins 18 Medals at International Robotics Competition 9 days
Management Positions Reduced by 54 in Government Agencies 9 days
“President Sports Complex” Named After Heads of State to Be Built 9 days
Canadian Ambassador Presents Credentials Copy 9 days
PM: “SOEs Must Lead in Implementing the State Austerity Policy” 9 days
Mongolia and the Republic of Korea Expand Climate Change Cooperation 10 days
Foreign Minister of Laos Arrives in Mongolia 10 days
First All-Women Crew Flight Operated 10 days
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