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Mongolia to receive 14,400 doses of AstraZeneca vaccine by March 15
On March 4, an interim committee responsible for monthly open hearing and discussion on and overseeing the implementation of the law on COVID-19 prevention and combat and reducing its negative socio-economic impact convened for a meeting at the State House. 
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PM: Government, central bank, commercial banks will together overcome economic difficulties
Prime Minister of Mongolia L.Oyun-Erdene today, March 04, held a meeting with the representatives from the banking and financial industry of the country. 
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Online voting for 2022 priority local development projects kicks off
 2022 Local Development Fund (LDF) e-voting was officially launched on March 1, 2021 to continue until April 1, 2021 through SmartUB mobile application. 
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13,200 people in Mongolia have had first dose of COVID-19 vaccine
At today’s COVID-19 press briefing organized by the Ministry of Health, O.Dashpagma, Director of the Vaccination Department of the National Center for Communicable Diseases reported that since February 23, when the vaccination drive kicked off in Mongolia, a total of around 13, 200 people have received the first dose of AztraZeneca vaccine against coronavirus until today, March 04.  
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New PCR test kit developed by Mongolian scientists shows 100 percent accuracy
Scientists of the Mongolian National University of Medical Sciences (MNUMS) have developed a new PCR test kit to detect antibodies against SARS-Cov-2 in a saliva sample and are now ready to introduce into use.
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Two COVID-19 cases recorded in Zavkhan aimag
44 new cases of COVID-19 - 42 in Ulaanbaatar city and two in Zavkhan aimag - were detected after performing 19,507 tests nationwide in the last 24 hours.
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Plans afoot to reopen Buyant-Ukhaa border crossing in May
At a regular meeting of the Cabinet on March 1, Prime Minister L.Oyun-Erdene issued a directive to make preparations to resume international flights at Buyant-Ukhaa airport from May 1, 2021.
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Staple food supply remains stable amid pandemic
An operative team headed by the Minister of Food, Agriculture and Light Industry in charge of food supply management is working to maintain stable supply of staple foods. 
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25 million dams expected to deliver offspring nationwide
According to the Ministry of Food, Agriculture and Light Industry, 25 million heads of dams are expected to deliver offspring nationwide.
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Agaar Neg: Air pollution knowledge platform launched
On March 2, the Ministry of Environment and Tourism (MET) and Ulaanbaatar City Municipality, in collaboration with UNICEF Mongolia and the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC), launched the knowledge management platform on air pollution, Agaar Neg (www.agaarneg.mn).
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32 new COVID-19 cases reported
At the regular press briefing of the Ministry of Health today on March 3, it was reported that 32 new cases were detected in Mongolia after conducting 17,592 tests nationwide within the past 24 hours.
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Government to support agricultural industry with MNT 500 billion of loans
With a view to alleviate the negative effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on the economy and population health, the government of Mongolia has approved MNT 10 trillion comprehensive plan for economic recovery and health protection. 
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Preparations underway to reopen borders
On March 1, Deputy Prime Minister S.Amarsaikhan held a meeting with the working group in charge of conducting risk assessments on infection control, safety, and possible risks at border checkpoints. 
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9,531 people in Mongolia have had first dose of COVID-19 vaccine
At today’s COVID-19 press briefing organized by the Ministry of Health, O.Dashpagma, Director of the Vaccination Department of the National Center for Communicable Diseases reported that since February 23, when the vaccination drive kicked off in Mongolia, a total of 9,531 people have had received their first dose of AztraZeneca vaccine against coronavirus.  
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Extended meeting held between Agriculture Ministry and FAO
The Ministry of Food, Agriculture and Light Industry (MoFALI) and the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) held an extended meeting on March 1 to discuss cooperation. 
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48 new cases of COVID-19 detected, total reaches 3,000
It was reported during today’s press briefing of the Ministry of Health that 48 new cases of COVID-19 were detected in Mongolia after conducting 13,108 tests in the past 24 hours. No new infections were reported in other aimags.
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Culinary tourism to be promoted
The Ministry of Environment and Tourism is focusing on making necessary preparations to improve tourism capacity during the pandemic, which has halted tourist arrivals.
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Oyu Tolgoi LLC pays MNT 230 billion under Tax Act by Mongolian Tax Authority
On February 26, the Government of Mongolia issued a press release stating that Oyu Tolgoi LLC has paid MNT 229.8 billion as the first installment under the Tax Act issued by the General Taxation Authority of Mongolia (Mongolian Tax Authority - MTA). 
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Wreaths laid to statue of D.Sukhbaatar
On the occasion of the 100th anniversary of the founding of the first political party in Mongolia - the Mongolian People's Party, the leaders of the MPP and MPRP laid wreaths and paid tribute to the statue of General D.Sukhbaatar.
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Traffic movement from Ulaanbaatar opens from today
Per the State Emergency Commission’s decision, the traffic movement from Ulaanbaatar to the rest of the country has been opened from today, March 1. The decision was made by the commission on February 25, obliging the corresponding officials to carry out the operations.
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PM: Mongolia Fully Trusts the Energy, Creativity, and Intellect of Its Youth 3 hours
Astana Hub and TON Foundation Join Forces to Support AI Startups 3 hours
Mongolian Athletes Shine at “Astana World Cup 2025” with Two Golds and 13-Medal Haul 4 hours
Russian Mongolist Scholar Anna Tsendina Awarded Honorary Doctorate 4 hours
Mongolia and Saudi Arabia Hold First Political Consultation in Riyadh 4 hours
80 Years On: Mongolia Remembers Its Pioneering Independence Referendum 4 hours
'UN Week’ Begins in Mongolia to Mark 80 Years of the United Nations 7 hours
Twelve Micro Parks to Be Built Across Eight Districts of Ulaanbaatar 7 hours
Official Launch of the Canada-Mongolia MERIT Project 7 hours
Mongolian Ambassador to Japan Calls for Cooperation with Central Provinces 8 hours
Constitutional Court to Rule on Legality of Prime Minister’s Dismissal 8 hours
Minister of Foreign Affairs Engages Hokkaido Delegation on Regional Policy and ‘Billions of Trees’ Initiative 8 hours
117 Million Trees Planted Nationwide Under ‘Billions of Trees’ Movement 8 hours
Mongolia Set to Launch Interim Population and Housing Census in 2025 1 day
Chinggis Khaan National Museum Unveils Newly Acquired Artifacts 1 day
1,973-Apartment Residential Complex to Be Built in Dambadarjaa Sub-Center 1 day
Mongolia to Host 15th Asia Tourism Forum in 2026 1 day
Mongolian Yokozuna Hoshoryu Wins Grand Sumo Tournament in London 1 day
Czech Investments in Mongolia Total USD 25.1 Million 1 day
President Khurelsukh Issues Veto on Prime Minister’s Dismissal Resolution 1 day
150 MW Second Unit of Buuruljuut Power Plant Begins Supplying Energy 1 day
‘Melody of Khuur, Tune of Khuumii’ Concert Held in Canada 1 day
Social Insurance Fund Revenue Increases by MNT 666.4 Billion 1 day
Mongolia, Czech Republic to Cooperate in Mega Projects 1 day
Foreign Employment in Mongolia Rises by 6,000 Compared to 2024 1 day
Moody’s Upgrades Mongolia’s Long-Term Issuer Rating to B1 with Stable Outlook 1 day
This Week in Mongolia 1 day
HAPPY 35TH ANNIVERSARY! 1 day
Parliament Accepts Resignation of Speaker Amarbayasgalan 4 days
Capital City Bans E-Bikes and Scooters for Winter 4 days
Ulaanbaatar to Build Mongolia’s First Waste-to-Energy Power Plant 4 days
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First-ever EU-Mongolia Business and Investment Forum Held 4 days
Parliament Votes to Relieve Prime Minister Zandanshatar of Duties 4 days
Mongolian Teacher Honored with Princess Maha Chakri Award 4 days
Mongolia-Czech Parliamentary Group Head Meets Deputy Speaker of Czech Senate 4 days
Hero of Labor Sodnompiljee Wins His Ninth World Championship Medal 4 days
Top-10 Finish for WIM Enkhrii at 2025 World Youth Chess Championships 4 days
‘Shuteen Torgon Zurag’ Exhibition Presents Wonders of Mongolian Painting 4 days
Mayor of Ulaanbaatar Authorized to Conclude Partnership Agreement for CHP-5 Project 4 days
Embassy of Mongolia Hosts Sumo Wrestlers Ahead of London Basho 2025 4 days
President Khurelsukh Uknaa’s State Visit to India Showcases Mongolian Artistic Heritage 4 days
‘Odyssey’ to Premiere at State Puppet Theatre 4 days
President of Mongolia Khurelsukh Ukhnaa Pays State Visit to the Republic of India 5 days
President of Mongolia Khurelsukh Ukhnaa Concludes State Visit to India 5 days
Over 150 Enterprises Attend India-Mongolia Business Forum 5 days
President of Mongolia Confers State Decorations on Indian Citizens 5 days
Cabinet Reviews Preparations for 2025–2026 Winter and Spring 5 days
President of Mongolia Receives Speaker of India’s Lower House Om Birla 5 days
Government Endorses Bill on Cooperation with Kazakhstan in Pension Matters 5 days
Two Young Mongolian Monks Return Home from Nepal’s ‘Nyanang Phelgyeling’ Monastery 5 days
Funding Resolved for Bagakhangai-Khushig Valley Branch Railway Project 5 days
Mongolia and India Deepen Energy and Mining Cooperation During Presidential Visit 5 days
Mongolia Joins International Solar Alliance Framework Agreement 5 days
Cabinet Approves Establishment of Public Online School 6 days
Mongolia to Join International Snow Leopard Trust 6 days
‘Transformation’ Exhibition Opens in Portugal 6 days
Mongolian Computational Mathematics Gains Global Recognition Through Springer Nature 6 days
Mongolia Plans to Decrease Tuberculosis Deaths by Five Percent 6 days
Javkhlan Bold: MNT 831 Billion Needed to Raise Salaries and Pensions of Teachers, Doctors, and Pensioners 6 days
Social Issues of Capital City Governor’s Office Employees to Be Addressed 6 days
Mongolian Women’s Table Tennis Team Qualifies for World Championships After Eight-Year Break 6 days
Trade and Development Bank Co-Organizes the “European Union – Mongolia Business and Investment Forum” 6 days
President Khurelsukh Ukhnaa Lays Wreath at Mahatma Gandhi Memorial 6 days
President Khurelsukh Ukhnaa Meets President Droupadi Murmu 6 days
Standing Committee on Budget Reviews Independent Oversight of State Finances 6 days
EIB Global Signs Memorandum of Understanding with Mongolia to Unlock Up To EUR 1 billion for Clean Energy Transition 6 days
Mongolia Sees Increase in Newborn Livestock Survival 6 days
President Khurelsukh Ukhnaa Holds Official Talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi 6 days
Mongolia and India Sign Documents for Broader Cooperation 6 days
Artists from Khuvsgul Aimag Showcase Mongolian Cultural Heritage in South Korea 6 days
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