Highlights
Deputy PM obliges officials to treat patients with mild symptoms at home
On March 16, Deputy Prime Minister S.Amarsaikhan worked at the Ministry of Health to check on the progress of the tasks that were given by the State Emergency Commission (SEC).
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Mongolia confirms stable population of the snow leopard
Mongolia released the results of its first nationwide snow leopard survey, showing that there are 953 (806 – 1127) of these adult big cats in the country.
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Ministry of Environment and Tourism, FAO, WWF join hands to reverse land degradation
On March 16, Vinod Ahuja, Representative of Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) in Mongolia had a courtesy meeting with N.Urtnasan, Minister of Environment and Tourism (MoET) to exchange views on bilateral cooperation in environment sector.
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Minister of Education and Science works at Institute of Veterinary Medicine
On March 15, Minister of Education and Science worked at the Institute of Veterinary Medicine. Established in 1961, the Institute of Veterinary Medicine has 76 researchers and 11 main laboratories.
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“MONGOL MADE” project launches
With an aim to ensure 50 percent of domestic demand of soap, “Mongol Made” project has been launched.
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127 new cases of COVID-19 registered in the last 24 hours
127 new cases of COVID-19 were detected after performing 11,183 tests in 16 laboratories nationwide in the last 24 hours.
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Spring session of Parliament opens
State Great Hural (Parliament) of Mongolia opened its regular spring session of 2021 today.
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15,374 people to get first dose of COVID-19 vaccine today
Over the last weekend, between March 13 and 14, a total of 28,249 people have received the first dose of COVID-19 vaccines available in Mongolia, including AstraZeneca and Sputnik-V, reports O.Dashpagma, Director of the Vaccination Department of the National Center for Communicable Diseases. This figure takes the total number of people to be partially vaccinated against the coronavirus to over 112,000. 
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122 new cases of COVID-19 detected
The daily COVID-19 press briefing by the Ministry of Health for March 15 reported that in the past 24 hours 9410 people were tested at the laboratories nationwide and 122 new coronavirus cases were confirmed. 
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Tighter restrictions to be imposed for 14 days to curb COVID-19
Due to the increasing number of confirmed cases of COVID-19 community transmission in Ulaanbaatar city, the State Emergency Commission convened today, March 13, Saturday, and made a decision to transfer from the current Yellow – Level 2 into the Orange – Level 3 under the heightened state of preparedness based on recommendations by professional organizations. 
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169 new COVID-19 cases registered, total reaches 3,833
The daily COVID-19 press briefing by the Ministry of Health for March 12, Saturday, reported that a total of 169 new coronavirus cases were confirmed in the past 24 hours. Some 19,318 COVID-19 PCR tests were carried out at laboratories in health clinics of Ulaanbaatar city and rural aimags. 
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Mongolia welcomes first batch of COVID-19 vaccines via COVAX Facility
On March 12, Mongolia received 14,400 doses of AstraZeneca-Oxford vaccines via the COVAX Facility, a partnership between the Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations (CEPI), Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, the World Health Organization (WHO) and UNICEF. 
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Prime Minister works at Ministry of Defense
On March 12, Prime Minister L.Oyun-Erdene worked at the Ministry of Defense to become acquainted with the operational of the government ministry and innovations and military technologies being introduced in the country’s army and defense sector. 
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Strong winds and blizzards expected over the weekend
Snowfall and blizzards are expected over the weekends, with a drop in temperatures. 
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103 new cases of COVID-19 reported
103 people were detected with coronavirus through PRC tests carried out on 19,341 people nationwide in the past 24 hours.
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Feasibility study for gas pipeline across Mongolia to be ready by third quarter
On March 11, Deputy Prime Minister and Head of a working group in charge of the gas pipeline project S.Amarsaikhan held a meeting with delegates led by Deputy Chairman of the Management Committee and Member of the Board of Directors of Russia’s Gazprom Vitaly Markelov. 
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Local governors and chairs of local councils convene for two-day meeting
On March 11, a conference of the chairs of the Citizens Representative Khurals and governors of aimags and Ulaanbaatar city was launched at the State House in Ulaanbaatar. 
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First-ever Mongolia-EU Political Dialogue takes place
Mongolia and the European Union held their first annual political dialogue on March 10 in an online format. Representing Mongolia, B. Munkhjin, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs chaired the dialogue.
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Mongolian yak fiber begins to be put on the global market
Through the Green Gold-Livestock Health Project funded by the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC), the distinct qualities of Mongolia’s nomadic livestock products have been digitally certified. The measure is aimed to improve the competitiveness of the products in foreign and domestic markets by enhancing the processing of livestock commodities. 
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L.Odgerel to officiate at Olympic weightlifting
L.Odgerel has been chosen to officiate at weightlifting at the postponed Tokyo 2020 Olympics. Thus, she became the first female referee in the history of Mongolian sports to officiate at Olympic weightlifting event..
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IFC to Explore Growth Potential of Mongolia’s Cashmere Sector 2 hours
Mining Sector Requests Extension on New Royalty Calculation Method 2 hours
Favorable Conditions Emerge for Cooperation with Polish Enterprises 2 hours
PM Orders State Secretaries to Lead Anti-Corruption Drive 3 hours
OBITUARY: In Memory of Mr. Besud Erdene Chuluunbat 3 hours
Northeast Asian Countries Expand Regional Cooperation 22 hours
Aandaa Erdenebileg: ‘My Vision Is to Stage a Ballet Gala in Mongolia with My International Colleagues’ 23 hours
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 1 day
Chinese Group Introduces Model Industrial Complex Project 1 day
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 2 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' 3 days
Mongolia, Uzbekistan Explore Cooperation in Supporting Women 3 days
Mongolian Women Entrepreneurs Awarded USD 1 Million in WEIDE Grant 3 days
PM Meets Ulaanbaatar District and Khoroo Governors 3 days
PM Zandanshatar Appreciates 30 Years of KOICA’s Cooperation 3 days
Women Entrepreneurs to Solve Shared Challenges 3 days
New Zealand House of Representatives Speaker to Visit Mongolia 3 days
AR Technology: Mother Language and Oral Tradition 3 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 4 days
Over 200 Handicraft Works Showcased at the 'Mongolian Khudrug and Handicrafts Festival' 4 days
World Women Entrepreneurs Forum 2025 Commences 4 days
Hundred Mongolian Youth Participate in “Inspiring the Youth” Event 4 days
Mongolia’s “The MongolZ” Team Wins Esports World Cup 2025 4 days
Mongolia-Venezuela to Cooperate in Mining, Tourism, and Education 4 days
Mongolia, Cambodia to Strengthen Bilateral Relations 4 days
Thirteen Teams Compete in the 'ABU Robocon 2025 Ulaanbaatar' International Tournament 4 days
This Week in Mongolia 4 days
IV International Congress of the Mongolian Society of Dermatologists Opens in Ulaanbaatar 4 days
Deputy Chair of Mongolia–Singapore Parliamentary Group Meets Senior Minister of State Sim Ann of Singapore 4 days
Scholars Present Research on 80th Anniversary of Victory in the Liberation War 4 days
PM Expresses Commitment to Strengthening Ties with Laos 7 days
Maral-Erdene Claims Fourth Victory at the Tour of Mongolia 2025 7 days
Tourism Sector Between Mongolia and South Korea Highlighted for Rapid Growth 7 days
Mongolia-Singapore Cooperation to Advance 7 days
FIBA U16 Asia Cup to Be Held in Mongolia 7 days
FEALAC: “Ulaanbaatar Declaration” Draft Finalized 7 days
US Funding Continues for “Child Protection from Human Trafficking” Project 7 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 8 days
Efficient Use of Renewable Energy Resources Can Enable Regional Supply 8 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 9 days
Foreign Minister of Laos Arrives in Mongolia 9 days
First All-Women Crew Flight Operated 9 days
Official COP17 Logo Approved 9 days
New E-Platform to Receive Reports on Environmental Violations 10 days
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