Highlights
MONGOLIA IN 2020
MONTSAME National News Agency names the top 10 events in Mongolia for 2020.
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Kh.Badamsuren: EMC achieves greater than ever before
Interview with General Director of Erdenet Mining Corporation (EMC) state- owned enterprise that makes substantial contributions to the growth of Mongolian economy, Honored Industrial Worker of Mongolia, Doctor of Technical Sciences Kh.Badamsuren. 
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THE WORLD IN 2020
MONTSAME National News Agency highlights the top 10 events that happened in the world in 2020. 
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Press statement by Mongolia's Tax Authority regarding tax audit of Oyu Tolgoi LLC
On 23 December 2020, Tax Audit and Methodology Department of the General Taxation Authority of Mongolia issued a press statement regarding the tax audit of Oyu Tolgoi LLC. The statement reads:
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Mongolia-China political consultation meeting held
In line with the cooperation plan between the Foreign Ministries of Mongolia and China, the ministries’ political departments held a consultative meeting on December 24 via teleconferencing. 
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BoM purchases 22 tons of precious metal
As of December 23, the Bank of Mongolia purchased 22 tons of precious metal, showing an increase of 6.8 tons compared with the same period of previous year.
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Children and youth with disabilities to have improved access to education
At its regular meeting on December 23, the Cabinet decided to make amendments to relevant laws and regulations to ensure that children with disabilities have equal access to schools and kindergartens and offer those unable to attend classroom sessions alternative education services including homeschooling.
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COVID-19: Total cases reach 1069, with 584 recoveries
Today, the Ministry of Health reported six new cases of COVID-19 detected in Ulaanbaatar city after testing 11,800 people nationwide yesterday. 
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“Mongolia ready to intensify talks on Oyu Tolgoi project issues”
On December 18, representatives of the Mongolian government’s working group in charge of implementing the State Great Khural’s 2019 resolution No. 92 held an online meeting with Jakob Stausholm, new chief executive of Rio Tinto to discuss current situation and issues concerning Oyu Tolgoi gold and copper project. 
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United Arab Emirates donates medical supplies to Mongolia
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) donated 48 tons of medical supplies to support Mongolia’s effort to contain and curb the spread of COVID-19 infection.
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27,729 citizens repatriated since COVID-19 outbreak
During today’s press briefing of the Ministry of Health, Director General of the Consular Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs L.Munkhtushig informed, “Repatriation of Mongolia nationals stranded abroad started since January 17 or after Mongolia closed its border due to the global outbreak of COVID-19 pandemic.
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National innovation awards presented
Minister of Education and Science L.Tsedevsuren presented national innovation awards to Director of World Plus Digital LLC Kh.Erdenebayar and Director of Bargil Tech LLC B.Ochir. 
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COVID-19: 57 new cases detected
Today, 57 new cases of coronavirus were confirmed in Mongolia after testing 4134 people nationwide on December 22.
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Projects to receive grants from Australia selected
Ten organizations that will receive grants from Direct Aid Program (DAP) announced by the Embassy of Australia in Mongolia have been selected. 
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MPs submit a bill to amend the COVID-19 Mitigation Law
On December 22, memders of the State Great Hural (Parliament), MP Kh.Bulgantuya and MP J.Sukhbaatar submitted a bill on amendments to the Law on Prevention and Response to the COVID-19 Pandemic and Reducing the Adverse Effects on Society and Economy (COVID-19 Mitigation Law) to G.Zandanshatar, Speaker of the Parliament of Mongolia.
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Request put forth to provide assistance to Mongolians residing in South Korea
Minister of Foreign Affairs N.Enkhtaivan held yesterday a virtual meeting with his South Korean counterpart Kang Kyung-wha.
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COVID-19: Total confirmed cases in Mongolia reach 1006
Today, Mongolia has reported 13 new cases of COVID-19 after testing 12,357 people nationwide within the past 24 hours. The cases were all related to Bayanzurkh hospital infection.
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Strict lockdown to be reintroduced partly in Ulaanbaatar until January 6
At its irregular meeting held today on December 21, the Cabinet made the decision to reintroduce strict lockdown partly in Ulaanbaatar city starting from 6 AM, December 23 until 6AM, January 6.
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Importing of vaccine to Mongolia in the first quarter of 2021 discussed
Prime Minister of Mongolia U.Khurelsukh received WHO Representative in Mongolia Sergey Diorditsa today.
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Bayan-Ulgii painter wins bronze medal at int’l competition
Painter of the Musical Theater of Bayan-Ulgii aimag Kh.Dastan received a bronze medal at New York Realism international exhibition.
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Morin Khuur Exhibition Opens in Kyrgyz Republic 2 hours
Prime Minister Orders Review of Tripartite Agreement on Labor and Social Partnership by July 30 3 hours
270.8 Thousand Legal Entities Registered in Business Registry 3 hours
Social Insurance Revenue Rises in First Half of 2025 3 hours
B. Erdenedalai: Measures Under Way to Boost Productivity, Balance Workloads, Ensure Social Protection 4 hours
President of Mongolia Meets with Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic 21 hours
President of Mongolia Meets with Speaker of Parliament of the Kyrgyz Republic 21 hours
Archaeologists Complete Rescue Conservation of Xianbei‑Period Chambered Tomb 23 hours
Mongolia Marks Day of Court Decision Enforcement Personnel 1 day
“Chinggis Khaan” International Airport Served 2 Million Passengers in 2024 1 day
Emergency Service Officers Save 41 Lives Nationwide 1 day
Mongolian Artists Win Silver Cup at "IDOL" World Circus Art Festival 2025 1 day
Climate and Land Degradation Impacts on Rural Women and Girls Discussed in New York 1 day
Third Shusha Global Media Forum: Azerbaijani President Emphasizes the Importance of Open, Friendly Dialogue on Key Issues 1 day
President of the Kyrgyz Republic Officially Welcomes President of Mongolia 1 day
President of Mongolia Pays Tribute at the Great Urkun Memorial Monument 1 day
Mongolia and the Kyrgyz Republic Establish a Comprehensive Partnership 1 day
President of Mongolia and President of the Kyrgyz Hold Official Talks 1 day
T. Iderjavkhlan Wins "Serbia Open 2025" Challengers Chess Tournament 2 days
Young Mongolian Judokas Win 16 Medals at Hong Kong Cadet Asian Cup 2025 2 days
Mongolian Road Network Reaches 112,000 Kilometers 2 days
172 Monks Graduated from Educational Reintegration Program 2 days
Mongolian Team Wins Six Medals at International Mathematical Olympiad 2 days
Police Major Sh. Arvinbayar Wins Third Place in Sharp Blade 2025 International Sniper Competition 2 days
President of Mongolia Arrives in the Kyrgyz Republic for a State Visit 2 days
This Week in Mongolia 2 days
Croatian Minister of Foreign and European Affairs Pays Courtesy Call on Prime Minister Zandanshatar Gombojav 5 days
S. Enkhtuvshin: I Built The Car I Envisioned 45 Years Ago 5 days
New Transport and Logistics Route to Be Established 5 days
Today Marks “Police and Internal Troops' Day“ 5 days
Prime Minister Orders to Accelerate Thermal Power Plant Repairs and Renovation 5 days
The 2025 FISU World University Games Begin 5 days
Prime Minister of Mongolia Affirms Full Support for Special Olympics Movement 7 days
River Levels Surpass Flood Thresholds Across Central Mongolia 7 days
World Leaders Congratulate President of Mongolia on National Naadam Festival 8 days
First Naadam Festival of the World Mongols Held in Brussels 9 days
Chuluun Sampildondov: The Mongolian Horse Has Long Been a Powerful Symbol of Diplomatic Tradition 9 days
New Champions Crowned as Mongolia Celebrates National Naadam with Pride 10 days
State Visit to Mongolia by Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Concludes 10 days
President of Mongolia and the Emperor of Japan Attend Soyolon Race at Khui Doloon Khudag 11 days
Chestnut Horse Trained by D. Munkhbat Wins National Naadam Soyolon Race 11 days
Tourists: The Music, Dance, and Horse Parade of Naadam Opening Ceremony Deeply Moving 11 days
Lunar-Spotted Bay Horse Trained by G. Buyantogtokh Wins National Naadam's Daaga Race 11 days
Chestnut Horse Trained by M. Tserenjav Wins National Naadam’s Ikh Nas Race 11 days
Over 800 Police Officers Deployed at Central Stadium During Naadam 11 days
Jochen Krueger: "The horseback part of the Naadam opening ceremony was my favorite" 11 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Attend Opening Ceremony of National Naadam Festival 12 days
National Naadam Commences with Grand Opening Ceremony 12 days
World Horse Day Celebrated for the First Time 12 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Visit Mongol–Japan Hospital 12 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and the Empress of Japan Visit Gandantegchenling Monastery 13 days
State Flag Day Observed with Military Parade 13 days
102 Wrestlers Holding National Titles to Compete in National Naadam Wrestling Tournament 13 days
Bay Horse Trained by B. Gantig Wins National Naadam’s Khyazaalan Race 13 days
Mongolia to Cooperate with The Asia Group to Improve Investment Climate 14 days
Ulaanbaatar Mayor Signs Memorandum of Understanding with UK Export Finance Agency to Boost Metro Project 14 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Visit General Education School in Ulaanbaatar 14 days
Prime Minister of Mongolia Holds Virtual Meeting with Local Governors 14 days
General Police Department: Facilities Ready to Assist Lost Children During Naadam Celebrations 14 days
His Majesty the Emperor of Japan Visits Mongol Koosen Technology College 14 days
Mongolia and France Sign Memorandum to Expand Civil Aviation Cooperation 14 days
Mongolia Economic Forum 2025: Government Commits to Investor-Friendly Policies and Economic Diversification 14 days
Feasibility Study for Ulaanbaatar Tram Project Approved 14 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Visit Memorial Complex for Japanese Nationals 15 days
Government to Gather Public Input on Certain Actions to Be Implemented Within 100 Days 15 days
Mongolia and China Agree to Expand Cooperation in Animal and Plant Quarantine 15 days
Over 7,000 Participants Showcase National Dress at 19th “Deeltei Mongol” Festival 15 days
President of Mongolia and First Lady Hold Official Meeting with Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan 15 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Officially Welcomed 15 days
Exhibition of Mongol Chest Features 19th–20th Century Traditional Mongolian Chests 15 days
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