Highlights
“Karakorum 800-year – History, Heritage” int'l scientific conference held
Under the auspices of Speaker of the Parliament G.Zandanshatar, “Karakorum 800-year – History, Heritage” international scientific forum was held virtually on December 17 at the National Library of Mongolia.
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Cultural heritage of Erdenezuu Museum to be conserved under international project
A project “Improving emergency preparedness of Erdenezuu Museum” will be financed with EUR 17.780.
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COVID-19: 18 new cases reported
18 new COVID-19 cases detected in Mongolia after 9070 tests performed nationwide yesterday, December 17.
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Five new cases of COVID-19 confirmed in Ulaanbaatar
 Today, five new cases of COVID-19 were confirmed in Mongolia after testing 10,599 people yesterday, December 16, nationwide.  The newly confirmed cases were locally acquired cases in Ulaanbaatar.   
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Meeting of the Project External Advisory Committee of the European Union funded “Switch Off Air Pollution’ organized
On December 14, 2020, the meeting of the External Advisory Committee of the “Switch Off Air Pollution” project was successfully organized online. 
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Hay to be provided free in aimags affected by harsh winter conditions
Hay will be provided free of charge and fodder at 50 percent discount in Arkhangai, Bayankhongor, Bayan-Ulgii, Gobi-Altai, Gobisumber, Darkhan-uul, Dundgobi, Dornogobi, Dornod, Uvurkhangai, Umnugobi, and Khovd aimags and Ulaanbaatar city that have been hit by harsh winter conditions.    
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Temporary regulations on electricity and heat distribution and consumption approved
At its regular meeting today, on December 16, the Cabinet approved the Temporary regulations on distribution and consumption of electricity and heat, defining the responsibilities of electricity and heat producers and consumers. 
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Mongolia submitted increased national climate pledge under Paris Agreement
On December 15, 2020, the President of Mongolia, H.E. Battulga Khaltmaa reaffirmed Mongolia’s national climate pledge to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) during his pre-recorded speech at the global Climate Ambition Summit 2020 held online on 12 December 2020, marking the country’s renewed commitment to the landmark 2015 Paris Agreement.
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Foreign Ministers of Mongolia and Qatar hold phone conversation
On December 15, Minister of Foreign Affairs N.Enkhtaivan held a phone conversation with Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Qatar Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani, exchanging views on bilateral relations and cooperation matters.
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Discussion takes place on enhancing correlation between projects implemented in Mongolia
The first meeting for the joint regulation platform of the agriculture sector took place today on December 15.
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‘Export Mongolia 2020’ int’l virtual forum & exhibition kicks off
“Export Mongolia 2020”, an international virtual forum and exhibition kicks off today, December 15.
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Total confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Mongolia stands at 917
The total confirmed cases of COVID-19 infection in Mongolia reached 917 after tests carried out yesterday, December 14.
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$9 Billion ADB Facility to Help Members Access and Distribute COVID-19 Vaccines
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has launched a $9 billion vaccine initiative—the Asia Pacific Vaccine Access Facility (APVAX)—offering rapid and equitable support to its developing members as they procure and deliver effective and safe coronavirus disease (COVID-19) vaccines.
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ADB Releases $60 Million for Second Part of Air Quality Improvement Program in Ulaanbaatar
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved the release of $60 million as second tranche of a program to improve the air quality and health in the Mongolian capital of Ulaanbaatar.
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Infrastructure for Connectivity and Economic Diversification in Mongolia
Mongolia needs more selective infrastructure investments that target key value chains in order to drive growth, lower costs, and boost the competitiveness of the country’s economy, according to a new World Bank report released today.
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Statement by President Khaltmaagiin Battulga at the Climate Ambition Summit
President of Mongolia Khaltmaagiin Battulga took part, December 12th, 2020, in the Climate Ambition Summit, on the occasion of the Fifth Anniversary of the adoption of the Paris Agreement.
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COVID-19: Five new cases detected in Selenge aimag
It was reported during today’s press briefing of the Ministry of Health that five new cases of COVID-19 detected in Selenge aimag after 8574 tests were carried out nationwide yesterday, December 13.
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Households and enterprises to be exempt from utility fees for 7 months
Following the Cabinet’s irregular meeting held today at noon, Prime Minister U.Khurelsukh presented its decisions.
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COVID-19: One new case recorded, total reaches 907
A total of 14,987 PCR tests were performed nationwide on December 12. 
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COVID-19: One new case reported
After 17529 tests performed nationwide yesterday, December 11, a nurse who works at the National Center for Communicable Diseases tested positive for COVID-19.  
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State Flag Day Observed with Military Parade 6 minutes
102 Wrestlers Holding National Titles to Compete in National Naadam Wrestling Tournament 1 hour
Bay Horse Trained by B. Gantig Wins National Naadam’s Khyazaalan Race 2 hours
Mongolia to Cooperate with The Asia Group to Improve Investment Climate 19 hours
Ulaanbaatar Mayor Signs Memorandum of Understanding with UK Export Finance Agency to Boost Metro Project 20 hours
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Visit General Education School in Ulaanbaatar 21 hours
Prime Minister of Mongolia Holds Virtual Meeting with Local Governors 21 hours
General Police Department: Facilities Ready to Assist Lost Children During Naadam Celebrations 23 hours
His Majesty the Emperor of Japan Visits Mongol Koosen Technology College 24 hours
Mongolia and France Sign Memorandum to Expand Civil Aviation Cooperation 1 day
Mongolia Economic Forum 2025: Government Commits to Investor-Friendly Policies and Economic Diversification 1 day
Feasibility Study for Ulaanbaatar Tram Project Approved 1 day
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Visit Memorial Complex for Japanese Nationals 1 day
Government to Gather Public Input on Certain Actions to Be Implemented Within 100 Days 1 day
Mongolia and China Agree to Expand Cooperation in Animal and Plant Quarantine 1 day
Over 7,000 Participants Showcase National Dress at 19th “Deeltei Mongol” Festival 1 day
President of Mongolia and First Lady Hold Official Meeting with Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan 2 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Officially Welcomed 2 days
Exhibition of Mongol Chest Features 19th–20th Century Traditional Mongolian Chests 2 days
Buryat State University Launches Center for Mongolian Language and Culture 2 days
His Majesty the Emperor of Japan Visits the Water Supply and Sewerage Authority 3 days
European Bank for Reconstruction and Development to Increase Investments 3 days
Two Mongolian Boxers Win Medals at World Cup 3 days
Mongolia Hosts Asia-Pacific Air Transport Facilitation Forum 3 days
His Majesty the Emperor of Japan Introduced to Gachuurt Water Source Project 3 days
Uchral Nyam-Osor: Economic Immunity Must Be Outcome of Long-Term Intelligent Policy 3 days
His Majesty Emperor Naruhito of Japan Visits Chinggis Khaan National Museum 3 days
Mongolia Transports Coal to China by Rail and Road until Cross-Border Railway Completion 3 days
MiningWeek & MinePro 2025: “Mining Momentum in Mongolia: Driving Progress and Responsibility” 3 days
This Week in Mongolia 3 days
His Majesty Emperor Naruhito and Her Majesty Empress Masako of Japan Arrive in Mongolia on a State Visit 4 days
Masterworks of Modern Mongolian Craftsmen Exhibited at the Chinggis Khaan National Museum 6 days
Launch Event of the SOAP II Project in Darkhan-Uul Aimag 6 days
NEMA Reports Rising Risk of Floods and Wildfires Across Mongolia 6 days
Mongolian Participants Depart for 57th International Chemistry Olympiad in United Arab Emirates 6 days
National Forum of Civil Servants Emphasizes Reforms for Effective Public Service 6 days
“Open Parliament: Expert” Senior Experience Sharing Program to Be Implemented 6 days
Mongolia to Cooperate with South Korea in Developing Specialized Social Protection Services 6 days
Mongolia’s “TOP-100” Businesses of 2024 Recognized 6 days
Mongolia Records 24 Moderate Earthquakes in First Half of 2025 6 days
Discussion Held on Improving Cooperation with Neighboring Countries in the Transport Sector 7 days
U. Tuya: Human Rights Education to Be Delivered at All Levels from Preschool to Higher Education 7 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" 7 days
Nine State-Owned Energy Companies in Western Region Consolidated into Four 7 days
Functional Overlaps of Government Organizations to Be Eliminated 7 days
Mongolian Women’s Basketball Team Achieves Historic Silver Medal 7 days
The Bank of Mongolia Purchases 5.9 Tons of Precious Metals in First Half of 2025 7 days
International Standards for Biodiversity Conservation to Be Localized in Mongolia 7 days
Japan-Mongolia Sasakawa Scholarship Program to Be Implemented for 12 Years 7 days
89th “Mongolian Athletes’ Day” Celebrated 8 days
“Chinggis Khaan” International Airport Became One of the World’s Ten Most Improved Airports 8 days
Mongolian National Team Playmaker Nandinkhusel Joins Florida’s “Panthers” 8 days
Women’s 3x3 Basketball Team Members Awarded Honored Athlete Titles 8 days
History and Heritage of Undur Gegeen Zanabazar in the Focus of International Scholars 8 days
Project to Improve E-Waste Management to be Implemented 8 days
Mongolia Hosts Executive Council Meeting of the Asia-Pacific Postal Union 8 days
Prime Minister of Mongolia Highlights its Commitment to Stable and Reliable External Environment 9 days
Scientific Conference Highlights Achievements in Safeguarding Mongol Biyelgee 9 days
OECD Upgrades Country Risk Classification of Mongolia 9 days
Mongolia Hosts High-Level Policy Dialogue in East Asia on AI-Enabled Higher Education 9 days
Mongolian Filmmakers Taking Steps toward Presenting Their Projects to International Producers 9 days
A Total of 12 Wildfires Extinguished Nationwide 10 days
“Urban Planning Concept of Hunnu City” International Open Competition Announced 10 days
“The World of Juraan” Exhibition Unveiled to Showcase Marvel of Bronze Sculptures 10 days
Mongolia and Eurasian Economic Union Sign Interim Free Trade Agreement 10 days
“The Secret History of Chinggis Khaan’s Espionage” Presented to Readers 10 days
Mongolian Judokas Win One Gold and Two Bronze Medals at “Russian Tour-2025” 10 days
“Danshig Naadam - Khuree Tsam 2025” Mongol Religious and Cultural Festival Held 10 days
Mongolian National Appointed as UN Resident Coordinator in Kazakhstan 10 days
First Political Consultations between the Ministries of Foreign Affairs of Mongolia and the Kingdom of Belgium Takes Place in Brussels 10 days
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