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Mongolia sees 21 new coronavirus cases, total reaches 578
The Ministry of Health held its daily press briefing on COVID-19 situation to give update as of 11 AM, November 21, Saturday. 
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Two new COVID-19 cases recorded in Selenge aimag
At 5 p.m., Head of Surveillance Department of the National Center for Communicable Diseases (NCCD) A.Ambaselmaa provided updates on the latest test results.  
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8,900 railway staff involved in COVID-19 testing
Of the 15.6 thousand staff of Ulaanbaatar Railway, 8,900 staff have been tested for COVID-19 so far, reported the Ministry of Road and Transport Development.
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Food parcels being provided to vulnerable amid COVID-19
With a view to reduce negative impacts of COVID-19 pandemic on vulnerable groups in Mongolia, Mongolian Red Cross Society today started delivering food parcels to families at risk of food poverty.
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Germany to provide EUR 22 million for Mongolia's sustainable economic development, biodiversity
Mongolia and Germany will remain committed to continue their development cooperation in alternative fields of common interests, such as in the promotion of the civil society and the private sector, even though the official development cooperation between the two countries will phase out in the upcoming years. 
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Toson Khulstai National Park becomes UNESCO Biosphere Reserve
Toson Khulstai National Park stretching across Bayan-Ovoo and Norovlin soums of Khentii aimag and Khulunbuir and Tsagaan-Ovoo soums of Dornod aimag has been added to the World Network of Biosphere Reserves (WNBR), coordinated under the Man and the Biosphere (MAB) Programme of the United Nations United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO).
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Mongolian journalist shortlisted for Transparency International Anti-Corruption Award 2020
Transparency International has announced the shortlisted candidates for the 2020 Anti-Corruption Award. The four shortlisted candidates, including Mongolian journalist Bolortuya Chuluunbaatar, were selected from 228 nominated individuals and institutions. More than 400 nominations were received, mostly from members of the public, and Transparency International chapters.
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COVID-19: Local transmission cases reach 120, total 555
Today, Mongolia has reported 37 new cases of COVID-19 after testing 3625 samples at laboratories nationwide since 5 pm yesterday, November 19.
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Finance Minister: Mongolia has applied to purchase COVID-19 vaccine
Following the cabinet meeting held on November 18, Minister of Finance Ch.Khurelbaatar delivered a media presentation on the spending report of foreign loans and assistance received by the government.
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COVID-19: 31 new cases detected, total reaches 505
31 new COVID-19 cases detected in Mongolia after 1390 tests carried out yesterday in two laboratories of the National Center for Communicable Diseases (NCCD) and laboratories in National Center for Zoonotic Diseases, Dornod, Selenge and Darkhan-Uul aimags.
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Government presents 23 measures to be taken amid COVID-19 pandemic
At today’s regular meeting of the Cabinet, a resolution with 23 measures to be taken in prevention of COVID-19 pandemic was approved and Prime Minister U.Khurelsukh presented the measures reflected in the resolution as follows:
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COVID-19: Local transmission cases reach 47
At 5 p.m., Head of the Surveillance Department of the National Center for Communicable Diseases A.Ambaselmaa provided updates on the latest coronavirus test results.
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Additional restriction on movement in Ulaanbaatar announced
Starting November 18, Wednesday, service hours of public transport in Ulaanbaatar have been limited, to operate from 07 AM until 10 AM as well as between 5 PM and 8 PM, and all nonessential transport and movement of people is prohibited outside of the allotted time. 
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One COVID-19 case reported in Darkhan-Uul aimag
The State Emergency Commission reported press today that one new COVID-19 case was confirmed in Darkhan-Uul aimag; thus, it has decided to increase police and law enforcement agencies' capacity in the northern aimags of Mongolia.  
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MIAT conducts two cargo-only flights to Beijing in past day
As part of the ongoing strict lockdown placed to prevent from the spread of COVID-19, all passenger flights and train transports have been halted. 
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Mongolia's COVID-19 cases reach 434
At today’s press briefing of the Ministry of Health, it was reported that three people have tested positive for COVID-19 after the laboratories nationwide carried out a total of 1762 tests yesterday.    
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Khentii aimag goes into lockdown after detection of suspected COVID-19 cases
The Emergency Department of Khentii aimag made a decision to restrict movements and close all service centers in the aimag after COVID-19 tests of 2 people who arrived from Ulaanbaatar city came out positive.
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COVID-19: Three new cases detected
At the press briefing of the Ministry of Health held at 11 AM today, Head of Surveillance Department of the National Center for Communicable Diseases A.Ambaselmaa reported that three new cases of COVID-19 have been recorded after 1,818 tests were carried out nationwide on November 15.
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Prime Minister gives orders to government officials
After the Cabinet meeting, Prime Minister U.Khurelsukh gave the following orders to Cabinet members, state administrative officials, and aimag and capital city governors. 
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Period of strict-lockdown extended until December 1
At its irregular meeting held today, the Cabinet backed the proposal made by the State Emergency Commission to extend the heightened state of readiness for disaster protection or strict-lockdown by 14 days, approving a resolution.
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President of Mongolia and the Emperor of Japan Attend Soyolon Race at Khui Doloon Khudag 15 hours
Chestnut Horse Trained by D. Munkhbat Wins National Naadam Soyolon Race 15 hours
Tourists: The Music, Dance, and Horse Parade of Naadam Opening Ceremony Deeply Moving 16 hours
Lunar-Spotted Bay Horse Trained by G. Buyantogtokh Wins National Naadam's Daaga Race 17 hours
Chestnut Horse Trained by M. Tserenjav Wins National Naadam’s Ikh Nas Race 17 hours
Over 800 Police Officers Deployed at Central Stadium During Naadam 18 hours
Jochen Krueger: "The horseback part of the Naadam opening ceremony was my favorite" 18 hours
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Attend Opening Ceremony of National Naadam Festival 1 day
National Naadam Commences with Grand Opening Ceremony 1 day
World Horse Day Celebrated for the First Time 1 day
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Visit Mongol–Japan Hospital 1 day
Their Majesties the Emperor and the Empress of Japan Visit Gandantegchenling Monastery 2 days
State Flag Day Observed with Military Parade 3 days
102 Wrestlers Holding National Titles to Compete in National Naadam Wrestling Tournament 3 days
Bay Horse Trained by B. Gantig Wins National Naadam’s Khyazaalan Race 3 days
Mongolia to Cooperate with The Asia Group to Improve Investment Climate 4 days
Ulaanbaatar Mayor Signs Memorandum of Understanding with UK Export Finance Agency to Boost Metro Project 4 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Visit General Education School in Ulaanbaatar 4 days
Prime Minister of Mongolia Holds Virtual Meeting with Local Governors 4 days
General Police Department: Facilities Ready to Assist Lost Children During Naadam Celebrations 4 days
His Majesty the Emperor of Japan Visits Mongol Koosen Technology College 4 days
Mongolia and France Sign Memorandum to Expand Civil Aviation Cooperation 4 days
Mongolia Economic Forum 2025: Government Commits to Investor-Friendly Policies and Economic Diversification 4 days
Feasibility Study for Ulaanbaatar Tram Project Approved 4 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Visit Memorial Complex for Japanese Nationals 5 days
Government to Gather Public Input on Certain Actions to Be Implemented Within 100 Days 5 days
Mongolia and China Agree to Expand Cooperation in Animal and Plant Quarantine 5 days
Over 7,000 Participants Showcase National Dress at 19th “Deeltei Mongol” Festival 5 days
President of Mongolia and First Lady Hold Official Meeting with Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan 5 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Officially Welcomed 5 days
Exhibition of Mongol Chest Features 19th–20th Century Traditional Mongolian Chests 5 days
Buryat State University Launches Center for Mongolian Language and Culture 5 days
His Majesty the Emperor of Japan Visits the Water Supply and Sewerage Authority 6 days
European Bank for Reconstruction and Development to Increase Investments 6 days
Two Mongolian Boxers Win Medals at World Cup 6 days
Mongolia Hosts Asia-Pacific Air Transport Facilitation Forum 6 days
His Majesty the Emperor of Japan Introduced to Gachuurt Water Source Project 6 days
Uchral Nyam-Osor: Economic Immunity Must Be Outcome of Long-Term Intelligent Policy 6 days
His Majesty Emperor Naruhito of Japan Visits Chinggis Khaan National Museum 6 days
Mongolia Transports Coal to China by Rail and Road until Cross-Border Railway Completion 6 days
MiningWeek & MinePro 2025: “Mining Momentum in Mongolia: Driving Progress and Responsibility” 6 days
This Week in Mongolia 6 days
His Majesty Emperor Naruhito and Her Majesty Empress Masako of Japan Arrive in Mongolia on a State Visit 7 days
Masterworks of Modern Mongolian Craftsmen Exhibited at the Chinggis Khaan National Museum 9 days
Launch Event of the SOAP II Project in Darkhan-Uul Aimag 9 days
NEMA Reports Rising Risk of Floods and Wildfires Across Mongolia 9 days
Mongolian Participants Depart for 57th International Chemistry Olympiad in United Arab Emirates 9 days
National Forum of Civil Servants Emphasizes Reforms for Effective Public Service 9 days
“Open Parliament: Expert” Senior Experience Sharing Program to Be Implemented 9 days
Mongolia to Cooperate with South Korea in Developing Specialized Social Protection Services 9 days
Mongolia’s “TOP-100” Businesses of 2024 Recognized 9 days
Mongolia Records 24 Moderate Earthquakes in First Half of 2025 9 days
Discussion Held on Improving Cooperation with Neighboring Countries in the Transport Sector 10 days
U. Tuya: Human Rights Education to Be Delivered at All Levels from Preschool to Higher Education 10 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" 10 days
Nine State-Owned Energy Companies in Western Region Consolidated into Four 10 days
Functional Overlaps of Government Organizations to Be Eliminated 10 days
Mongolian Women’s Basketball Team Achieves Historic Silver Medal 10 days
The Bank of Mongolia Purchases 5.9 Tons of Precious Metals in First Half of 2025 10 days
International Standards for Biodiversity Conservation to Be Localized in Mongolia 10 days
Japan-Mongolia Sasakawa Scholarship Program to Be Implemented for 12 Years 10 days
89th “Mongolian Athletes’ Day” Celebrated 11 days
“Chinggis Khaan” International Airport Became One of the World’s Ten Most Improved Airports 11 days
Mongolian National Team Playmaker Nandinkhusel Joins Florida’s “Panthers” 11 days
Women’s 3x3 Basketball Team Members Awarded Honored Athlete Titles 11 days
History and Heritage of Undur Gegeen Zanabazar in the Focus of International Scholars 11 days
Project to Improve E-Waste Management to be Implemented 11 days
Mongolia Hosts Executive Council Meeting of the Asia-Pacific Postal Union 11 days
Prime Minister of Mongolia Highlights its Commitment to Stable and Reliable External Environment 12 days
Scientific Conference Highlights Achievements in Safeguarding Mongol Biyelgee 12 days
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