Highlights
Discussion on oversight function of parliament held
The Standing Committee on Legal Affairs and the Secretariat of the State Great Hural (Parliament) of Mongolia in collaboration with the United States Agency for International Development and the International Republican Institute have co-hosted the “Training and Information for Members of Parliament: Oversight” virtual discussion on February 2, 2021.
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E.Enkhmaa claims gold at the first virtual Asian Shooting Championship
Mongolian shooting sport athlete E.Enkhmaa claimed a gold medal at the first virtual Asian Shooting Championship named after Sheikh Salman Al-Sabah, President of the Asian Shooting Confederation.
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Construction of School No.75 completed in framework of JICA project
The construction of the building for School No.75 has completed and accepted by the state commission. Construction work for two new school buildings as well as extensions for two schools kicked off in 2017 in the framework of the project for the improvement of facilities for primary and secondary education in Ulaanbaatar city being implemented by Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) with non-refundable aid of the Government of Japan.
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Working group in charge of importing COVID-19 vaccine meets
A composition of the working group responsible for importing vaccines against COVID-19 has been renewed and is being chaired by newly-appointed Deputy Prime Minister S.Amarsaikhan. 
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Government aiming to provide housing accommodations to population
On February 2, Prime Minister of Mongolia L.Oyun-Erdene, accompanied with government officials met with representatives from business entities and non-government organizations engaged in the construction industry in the country. 
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Total confirmed cases of COVID-19 reaches 1,832
According to the National Center for Communicable Diseases (NCCD), 18 people were diagnosed with coronavirus through PCR testing performed nationwide on February 1.
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PM gives orders to health, emergency organizations responding to COVID-19
On February 1, 2021, Prime Minister L.Oyun-Erdene and Head of State Emergency Commission and Deputy Prime Minister S.Amarsaikhan conducted a site visit to the National Emergency Management Agency, Operative staff of the State Emergency Commission and Emergency Commission of Ulaanbaatar city to get acquainted with the activities of the organizations and hear timely update surrounding the coronavirus response measures. 
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COVID-19: 35 new cases detected
Over the past day, 5,433 people were involved in a PCR testing nationwide and as a result 35 new cases of COVID-19 were detected, reported today by A. Ambaselmaa, Head of the Surveillance Department of the National Center for Communicable Diseases. 
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Development of new National Library building 85 percent complete
State Secretary of the Ministry of Culture G.Erdenebat, Director of the Department of Culture and Enlightenment of Ministry of Culture D.Narantsetseg, and library policy coordination analyst B.Bayaraa have visited the construction site of the National Library, checking on the preparations to move to the new library building and the library management plan. 
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Parliament adopts amendments to Banking Law
At its plenary session held on January 28, 2021, State Great Khural, parliament of Mongolia, approved amendments to the Banking Law of Mongolia. 90.9 percent of 55 members present at the meeting of the parliament’s autumn session voted in favor of the changes to the Banking Law. 
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Ministers of new cabinet appointed
Ministers of the new cabinet have been just appointed by taking the oath of office to the parliament, after Prime Minister L.Oyun-Erdene issued the ordinance on the appointments. The Steering Committee of the ruling Mongolian People’s Party earlier today, January 29, approved the list of nominees for cabinet ministers, who were then presented to the President and Parliament by the recently appointed Prime Minister L.Oyun-Erdene. 
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AquaRating certification awarded to Ulaanbaatar Water Supply, Sewerage Authority
As part of the Utility Operations Sub-activity of the Bulk Water Supply Project under the Mongolian Water Compact, operations of Ulaanbaatar Water Supply and Sewerage Authority (USUG) and Ulaanbaatar Housing and Public Utilities Authority (OSNAAUG) was evaluated by the AquaRating. It is an international assessment and benchmarking tool for utility operations developed by the International Water Association (IWA). 
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Mongolian President holds online meeting with President of European Commission
On January 28, President of Mongolia Kh. Battulga held an online meeting with the President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen.
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Law on Museum approved for the first time
Bill on Museum was approved at the regular session of the Parliament on January 28 and the law creates favourable legal environment to conserve and safeguard cultural precious items, improve quality of museum services and increase social and economic benefits of museums.
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Ulaanbaatar and Minsk cooperation to be expanded
On January 28, Governor of the capital city and Mayor of Ulaanbaatar D. Sumiyabazar met with Ambassador of the Republic of Belarus to Mongolia Stanislav Chepurnoy.
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Meeting held with Polish-Mongolian Parliamentary Group members
On January 27, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Mongolia to the Republic of Poland B.Dorj had a virtual meeting with the Polish-Mongolian Parliamentary Group comprised of 12 Polish senators and deputies.
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18 new COVID-19 cases recorded
According to the National Center for Communicable Diseases, 18 COVID-19 cases have been detected after tests were performed on 12,885 people nationwide on January 28. 
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Workshop on Mongolian meat export taking place
‘Analysis of the 5 top destination markets for Mongolian meat exporters’ study carried out by the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) was presented on January 28 at a two-day national virtual workshop.
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Prime Minister Oyun-Erdene pays courtesy call on President Battulga
Oyun-Erdene Luvsannamsrai, appointed by the Parliament with majority vote on January 27th, 2021, paid a courtesy call on the President soon after he received the office.
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Parliament overrides President’s vetoes on Laws on Anti-Corruption and Courts
At its plenary session held on January 28, the State Great Khural of Mongolia rejected a line-item veto imposed by President of Mongolia Battulga Khaltmaa on the Law against Corruption, adopted on December 30, 2020. The proposal to reject the veto has been forwarded by the parliament’s standing committees to the parliament. 
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Governor-General of Australia to Pay State Visit Mongolia 8 hours
B. Erkhembayar Wins Silver Medal at 16th Asian Shooting Championships 8 hours
IFC to Explore Growth Potential of Mongolia’s Cashmere Sector 11 hours
Mining Sector Requests Extension on New Royalty Calculation Method 11 hours
Favorable Conditions Emerge for Cooperation with Polish Enterprises 12 hours
PM Orders State Secretaries to Lead Anti-Corruption Drive 12 hours
OBITUARY: In Memory of Mr. Besud Erdene Chuluunbat 12 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 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' 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 4 days
Over 200 Handicraft Works Showcased at the 'Mongolian Khudrug and Handicrafts Festival' 4 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 7 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 8 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 9 days
Foreign Minister of Laos Arrives in Mongolia 9 days
First All-Women Crew Flight Operated 9 days
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