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Branch supporting MSMEs and brigades in the construction sector launched
The Chingeltei District Branch of the Mongolian National Construction Association was established under the frames of the European Union-funded Switch Off Air Pollution project. The branch was established in April 2020 to provide training and mediation service for ‘Green jobs’ to project’s brigades and micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) working in the construction sector. 
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COVID-19: 7 new cases recorded in Mongolia
At today’s regular press briefing of the Ministry of Health, it was reported that 7 new cases of COVID-19 were detected in Mongolia after testing 14,019 people nationwide within the past 24 hours. 
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11 new COVID-19 cases detected in Mongolia
At the regular press briefing of the Ministry of Health today on December 6, it was reported that 11 new cases of COVID-19 were detected in Mongolia after testing 20,240 people nationwide within the past 24 hours. 
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Ulaanbaatar Railway becomes active participant in international logistics
One of the recent noteworthy achievements of Ulaanbaatar Railway JSC is how the company was able to boost the freight passing through Mongolia.
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Online system to resolve investor grievance launched
An institutional platform — the Systemic Investor Response Mechanism (SIRM) started operating in Mongolia with the support of IFC, a member of the World Bank Group. The National Development Agency is in charge of the platform.
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All types of rice and vegetable oil exempted from import duties
A bill on exemption from customs tax has been adopted at the plenary meeting of the session of the Parliament convened today, December 4.
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COVID-19: 12 new cases reported
12 new cases of COVID-19 were detected in Mongolia after 19689 tests performed nationwide yesterday, December 3, reports Head of Surveillance Department of the National Center for Communicable Diseases (NCCD) A.Ambaselmaa.
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Mongolia-EU Joint Committee meeting held virtually
The 20th meeting of Mongolia-European Union Joint Committee was held  in an online format on December 3. 
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Surveillance testing to cover over 70000 citizens of Ulaanbaatar
As a part of the 'One Family - One Citizen' campaign, a surveillance testing has begun today to involve more than 70,000 Ulaanbaatar residents in prevention of the risk of coronavirus outbreak.
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Business consulting team to be formed
A business consulting team to be established, consisting of representatives from Mongolian National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MNCCI) and professional associations. 
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Loan agreement established with Japan ratified
At its regular session held today, the Parliament approved the draft law on ratification of the COVID-19 Crisis Emergency Support Loan Agreement between the Government of Mongolia and the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) which was submitted by the Standing Committee on Security and Foreign Policy.
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Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene services being improved in three aimags
The Ministries of Finance and Health and the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) signed a trilateral agreement in 2019 to implement the USD 4.5 million project ‘Community-based Climate Resilient water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) Interventions in Mongolia’ in Bayankhongor, Gobi-Altai, and Zavkhan aimags in 2019-2021 through joint efforts of KOICA and the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF).
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Zuunbayan-Tavantolgoi railway construction reaches 100 km mark
Ulaanbaatar Railway JSC has reached the 100 km mark for the construction of the railway en route Zuunbayan-Tavantolgoi.
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Seven new cases of COVID-19 detected in Mongolia
At today's press briefing of the Ministry of Health, A. Ambaselmaa, a Head of Surveillance Department of the National Center for Communicable Diseases (NCCD), provided the updates on the latest coronavirus results carried out within the past 24 hours. 
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30th Population Census Conference kicks off
The National Statistics Office of Mongolia (NSO Mongolia) in collaboration with the Association of National Census and Statistics Directors of America, Asia and the Pacific (ANCSDAAP) and Statistics Korea is organizing the 30th Population Census Conference in an online format on December 2-4.
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Refined coal to be purchased at 50 percent discounted price
At its regular meeting dated December 2, the Cabinet resolved to take several measures with a purpose to encourage citizens and entities. It includes:
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Gradual way to get a warm house
Did you know that gradually insulating your home step by step can improve the insulation of your home fully and prolong the house’s longevity? If you haven’t heard about it, please pay attention.Switch Off Air Pollution project allows people living in ger districts to live in comfortable houses with low heat loss, fully insulated by gradually insulating their houses step by step. Complete insulation of houses can reduce heat loss by up to 70 percent and reduce coal consumption, but the Switch Off Air Pollution project is introducing a step-by-step method of insulation, as not all households can afford to fully insulate at once.
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Mongolia reports 11 new COVID-19 cases
At the regular press briefing of the Ministry of Health today, December 2, A.Ambaselmaa, a head of Surveillance Department of the National Center for Communicable Diseases (NCCD), reported that the coronavirus was detected in 11 people after testing 12015 people within the past 24 hours.  
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Special committee to be set up to look into Oyu Tolgoi underground development issues
On November 30, Oyu Tolgoi Board of Directors resolved to establish a special committee to study the reasons behind the cost overrun and delay in the development of Oyu Tolgoi underground mine, and draw conclusion, according to the press release posted by the cabinet secretariat on its website. 
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Mongolian saiga number increased to 8500
The Mongolian saiga antelope is a critically endangered species, which inhabits only in Mongolia. 
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Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Attend Opening Ceremony of National Naadam Festival 5 hours
National Naadam Commences with Grand Opening Ceremony 5 hours
World Horse Day Celebrated for the First Time 11 hours
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Visit Mongol–Japan Hospital 12 hours
Their Majesties the Emperor and the Empress of Japan Visit Gandantegchenling Monastery 24 hours
State Flag Day Observed with Military Parade 1 day
102 Wrestlers Holding National Titles to Compete in National Naadam Wrestling Tournament 1 day
Bay Horse Trained by B. Gantig Wins National Naadam’s Khyazaalan Race 1 day
Mongolia to Cooperate with The Asia Group to Improve Investment Climate 2 days
Ulaanbaatar Mayor Signs Memorandum of Understanding with UK Export Finance Agency to Boost Metro Project 2 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Visit General Education School in Ulaanbaatar 2 days
Prime Minister of Mongolia Holds Virtual Meeting with Local Governors 2 days
General Police Department: Facilities Ready to Assist Lost Children During Naadam Celebrations 2 days
His Majesty the Emperor of Japan Visits Mongol Koosen Technology College 2 days
Mongolia and France Sign Memorandum to Expand Civil Aviation Cooperation 2 days
Mongolia Economic Forum 2025: Government Commits to Investor-Friendly Policies and Economic Diversification 2 days
Feasibility Study for Ulaanbaatar Tram Project Approved 3 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Visit Memorial Complex for Japanese Nationals 3 days
Government to Gather Public Input on Certain Actions to Be Implemented Within 100 Days 3 days
Mongolia and China Agree to Expand Cooperation in Animal and Plant Quarantine 3 days
Over 7,000 Participants Showcase National Dress at 19th “Deeltei Mongol” Festival 3 days
President of Mongolia and First Lady Hold Official Meeting with Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan 3 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Officially Welcomed 3 days
Exhibition of Mongol Chest Features 19th–20th Century Traditional Mongolian Chests 4 days
Buryat State University Launches Center for Mongolian Language and Culture 4 days
His Majesty the Emperor of Japan Visits the Water Supply and Sewerage Authority 4 days
European Bank for Reconstruction and Development to Increase Investments 4 days
Two Mongolian Boxers Win Medals at World Cup 4 days
Mongolia Hosts Asia-Pacific Air Transport Facilitation Forum 4 days
His Majesty the Emperor of Japan Introduced to Gachuurt Water Source Project 4 days
Uchral Nyam-Osor: Economic Immunity Must Be Outcome of Long-Term Intelligent Policy 4 days
His Majesty Emperor Naruhito of Japan Visits Chinggis Khaan National Museum 4 days
Mongolia Transports Coal to China by Rail and Road until Cross-Border Railway Completion 4 days
MiningWeek & MinePro 2025: “Mining Momentum in Mongolia: Driving Progress and Responsibility” 5 days
This Week in Mongolia 5 days
His Majesty Emperor Naruhito and Her Majesty Empress Masako of Japan Arrive in Mongolia on a State Visit 5 days
Masterworks of Modern Mongolian Craftsmen Exhibited at the Chinggis Khaan National Museum 7 days
Launch Event of the SOAP II Project in Darkhan-Uul Aimag 7 days
NEMA Reports Rising Risk of Floods and Wildfires Across Mongolia 7 days
Mongolian Participants Depart for 57th International Chemistry Olympiad in United Arab Emirates 7 days
National Forum of Civil Servants Emphasizes Reforms for Effective Public Service 7 days
“Open Parliament: Expert” Senior Experience Sharing Program to Be Implemented 7 days
Mongolia to Cooperate with South Korea in Developing Specialized Social Protection Services 7 days
Mongolia’s “TOP-100” Businesses of 2024 Recognized 8 days
Mongolia Records 24 Moderate Earthquakes in First Half of 2025 8 days
Discussion Held on Improving Cooperation with Neighboring Countries in the Transport Sector 8 days
U. Tuya: Human Rights Education to Be Delivered at All Levels from Preschool to Higher Education 8 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" 8 days
Nine State-Owned Energy Companies in Western Region Consolidated into Four 8 days
Functional Overlaps of Government Organizations to Be Eliminated 8 days
Mongolian Women’s Basketball Team Achieves Historic Silver Medal 8 days
The Bank of Mongolia Purchases 5.9 Tons of Precious Metals in First Half of 2025 8 days
International Standards for Biodiversity Conservation to Be Localized in Mongolia 8 days
Japan-Mongolia Sasakawa Scholarship Program to Be Implemented for 12 Years 9 days
89th “Mongolian Athletes’ Day” Celebrated 9 days
“Chinggis Khaan” International Airport Became One of the World’s Ten Most Improved Airports 9 days
Mongolian National Team Playmaker Nandinkhusel Joins Florida’s “Panthers” 9 days
Women’s 3x3 Basketball Team Members Awarded Honored Athlete Titles 9 days
History and Heritage of Undur Gegeen Zanabazar in the Focus of International Scholars 9 days
Project to Improve E-Waste Management to be Implemented 9 days
Mongolia Hosts Executive Council Meeting of the Asia-Pacific Postal Union 9 days
Prime Minister of Mongolia Highlights its Commitment to Stable and Reliable External Environment 10 days
Scientific Conference Highlights Achievements in Safeguarding Mongol Biyelgee 10 days
OECD Upgrades Country Risk Classification of Mongolia 10 days
Mongolia Hosts High-Level Policy Dialogue in East Asia on AI-Enabled Higher Education 10 days
Mongolian Filmmakers Taking Steps toward Presenting Their Projects to International Producers 10 days
A Total of 12 Wildfires Extinguished Nationwide 11 days
“Urban Planning Concept of Hunnu City” International Open Competition Announced 11 days
“The World of Juraan” Exhibition Unveiled to Showcase Marvel of Bronze Sculptures 11 days
Mongolia and Eurasian Economic Union Sign Interim Free Trade Agreement 11 days
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