Highlights
B.Enkhchimeg becomes world champion in makeup
Founder of “Eegii” Cosmetics B.Enkhchimeg has become world champion in commercial bridal makeup category of OMC Hair World 2020. Prior to it, she received “National Trainer Award”.
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COVID-19: 23 new cases detected
At the regular press briefing of the Ministry of Health today on January 4, it was reported that 23 new cases were detected in Mongolia after testing 12,621 people nationwide within the past 24 hours.
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MNT 2.2 billion raise through fundraising tele concert for Children’s Fund
On December 30, an all-star concert was broadcast live on TV to raise funds for the Children’s Fund. Initially established in 1973, the fund is officially being re-established by the Ministry of Culture after over 30 years. 
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Mongolia possible to surpass Australia with its coal export to China
Mongolia has exported 28.5 million tons of coal since the beginning of the year until December 27. 
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53.1 tons of gold reserves in Kharmagtai deposit registered
The amount of gold reserves contained in the ‘North Burgedei’ orebody of special exploration license field of ‘Ovoot Khyar’ at the Kharmagtai deposits located in Tsogttsetsii soum, Umnugobi aimag has been determined. 
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Children’s Fund re-established
On December 30, the Cabinet approved to re-establish Children’s Fund, designed for financing projects to re-build child and youth development places, such as Children’s Library, Children’s Theatre and cultural and sports facilities. 
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21 aimags to return to normalcy
A regular Cabinet meeting was held today, December 30, and discussed many issues, including the issuance of three resolutions related to the COVID-19 prevention measures.  Following the Cabinet meeting, Deputy Prime Minister and Head of the State Emergency Commission Ya. Sodbaatar reported press. No new COVID-19 cases recorded in rural clusters for 14-43 days
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President Kh.Battulga awards top young scholars, engineers and workers
In aims of calling for the youth to be more involved in labor, creative industry, and scientific development, and supporting the policy on professional education and the preparation of personnel, the President of Mongolia annually presents awards to outstanding young scholars, engineers and workers leading in their respective sectors. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, it was decided to not organize the award ceremony this year. 
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One and only ‘Dariganga Heritage’ silver set
The one and only silver set of 6 called ‘Dariganga Heritage’ was made by young smith G.Erdembileg on the occasion of the 70thanniversary of Sukhbaatar aimag’s Museum of Ethnography. The exhibit is kept at the museum.
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COVID-19: 20 new cases confirmed, total stands 1195
At today’s daily briefing of the Ministry of Health on the latest update on the COVID-19 situation in Mongolia, A.Ambaselmaa, a Head of Surveillance Department of the National Center for Communicable Diseases (NCCD), reported that the coronavirus was detected in 20 people, all in Ulaanbaatar city, after testing 12825 people nationwide within the past 24 hours. 
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Eleven-headed Janraisig
One of the many rare exhibits being kept in the museum of Khuvsgul aimag is the gilt-copper sculpture of Eleven-headed Janraisig.
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38 new coronavirus cases reported, total reaches 1,175
Today’s daily briefing by the Ministry of Health gave latest update on COVID-19 situation in Mongolia. Total number of COVID-19 confirmed cases now stands at 1,175, and 745 patients of them are currently being treated. 
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Today marks National Liberation and Independence Day in Mongolia
The 109th jubilee of the Victory of National Liberation Movement and Restoration of Independence of Mongolia is being celebrated today, December 29, as a public holiday.
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Foreign Minister meets with EU Ambassador online
On December 28, Minister of Foreign Affairs N.Enkhtaivan held an online meeting with Ambassador of the European Union to Mongolia Traian Laurentiu Hristea and exchanged views on relations and cooperation between Mongolia and the EU. 
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U.S. to provide USD 3 million for Mongolia’s green house industry
On December 28, Minister of Foreign Affairs N.Enkhtaivan received U.S. Ambassador to Mongolia Michael S. Klecheski and discussed about bilateral relations and cooperation between Mongolia and the U.S..
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Karakorum city stands once again after 800 years in VR
In aims of promoting national heritage, history and culture and passing it down to future generations, Karakorum city has been created in VR (virtual reality) based on archeological discoveries and historical facts known so far.,
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Law on Administrative, Territorial Units and their Governance revised
On December 24, State Great Khural, Mongolian parliament approved the revised Law on Administrative and Territorial Units and their Governance. 
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Model hospital in Songinokhairkhan district ready for operation
A 200-bed model hospital in Songinokhairkhan district is ready for operation.
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SEC suggests to extend heightened readiness in aimags until March 31, cabinet to decide
On December 27, the State Emergency Commission convened via video conference to discuss about current state of COVID-19 in Mongolia and measures in place amid the heightened state of public readiness continuing until December 31 nationwide and strict lockdown in Ulaanbaatar until January 6. 
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Baganuur and Shivee-Ovoo coal mines under technical renovation
Technology and equipment upgrades are underway at “Erdenes Mongol” LLC with a view to ensuring reliable and normal operations of Baganuur and Shivee-Ovoo coal mines, electricity source suppliers in the country.
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Mongolia Set to Launch Interim Population and Housing Census in 2025 13 hours
Chinggis Khaan National Museum Unveils Newly Acquired Artifacts 13 hours
1,973-Apartment Residential Complex to Be Built in Dambadarjaa Sub-Center 13 hours
Mongolia to Host 15th Asia Tourism Forum in 2026 15 hours
Mongolian Yokozuna Hoshoryu Wins Grand Sumo Tournament in London 16 hours
Czech Investments in Mongolia Total USD 25.1 Million 17 hours
President Khurelsukh Issues Veto on Prime Minister’s Dismissal Resolution 17 hours
150 MW Second Unit of Buuruljuut Power Plant Begins Supplying Energy 17 hours
‘Melody of Khuur, Tune of Khuumii’ Concert Held in Canada 17 hours
Social Insurance Fund Revenue Increases by MNT 666.4 Billion 19 hours
Mongolia, Czech Republic to Cooperate in Mega Projects 20 hours
Foreign Employment in Mongolia Rises by 6,000 Compared to 2024 20 hours
Moody’s Upgrades Mongolia’s Long-Term Issuer Rating to B1 with Stable Outlook 20 hours
This Week in Mongolia 20 hours
HAPPY 35TH ANNIVERSARY! 20 hours
Parliament Accepts Resignation of Speaker Amarbayasgalan 4 days
Capital City Bans E-Bikes and Scooters for Winter 4 days
Ulaanbaatar to Build Mongolia’s First Waste-to-Energy Power Plant 4 days
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First-ever EU-Mongolia Business and Investment Forum Held 4 days
Parliament Votes to Relieve Prime Minister Zandanshatar of Duties 4 days
Mongolian Teacher Honored with Princess Maha Chakri Award 4 days
Mongolia-Czech Parliamentary Group Head Meets Deputy Speaker of Czech Senate 4 days
Hero of Labor Sodnompiljee Wins His Ninth World Championship Medal 4 days
Top-10 Finish for WIM Enkhrii at 2025 World Youth Chess Championships 4 days
‘Shuteen Torgon Zurag’ Exhibition Presents Wonders of Mongolian Painting 4 days
Mayor of Ulaanbaatar Authorized to Conclude Partnership Agreement for CHP-5 Project 4 days
Embassy of Mongolia Hosts Sumo Wrestlers Ahead of London Basho 2025 4 days
President Khurelsukh Uknaa’s State Visit to India Showcases Mongolian Artistic Heritage 4 days
‘Odyssey’ to Premiere at State Puppet Theatre 4 days
President of Mongolia Khurelsukh Ukhnaa Pays State Visit to the Republic of India 5 days
President of Mongolia Khurelsukh Ukhnaa Concludes State Visit to India 5 days
Over 150 Enterprises Attend India-Mongolia Business Forum 5 days
President of Mongolia Confers State Decorations on Indian Citizens 5 days
Cabinet Reviews Preparations for 2025–2026 Winter and Spring 5 days
President of Mongolia Receives Speaker of India’s Lower House Om Birla 5 days
Government Endorses Bill on Cooperation with Kazakhstan in Pension Matters 5 days
Two Young Mongolian Monks Return Home from Nepal’s ‘Nyanang Phelgyeling’ Monastery 5 days
Funding Resolved for Bagakhangai-Khushig Valley Branch Railway Project 5 days
Mongolia and India Deepen Energy and Mining Cooperation During Presidential Visit 5 days
Mongolia Joins International Solar Alliance Framework Agreement 5 days
Cabinet Approves Establishment of Public Online School 5 days
Mongolia to Join International Snow Leopard Trust 5 days
‘Transformation’ Exhibition Opens in Portugal 5 days
Mongolian Computational Mathematics Gains Global Recognition Through Springer Nature 5 days
Mongolia Plans to Decrease Tuberculosis Deaths by Five Percent 5 days
Javkhlan Bold: MNT 831 Billion Needed to Raise Salaries and Pensions of Teachers, Doctors, and Pensioners 6 days
Social Issues of Capital City Governor’s Office Employees to Be Addressed 6 days
Mongolian Women’s Table Tennis Team Qualifies for World Championships After Eight-Year Break 6 days
Trade and Development Bank Co-Organizes the “European Union – Mongolia Business and Investment Forum” 6 days
President Khurelsukh Ukhnaa Lays Wreath at Mahatma Gandhi Memorial 6 days
President Khurelsukh Ukhnaa Meets President Droupadi Murmu 6 days
Standing Committee on Budget Reviews Independent Oversight of State Finances 6 days
EIB Global Signs Memorandum of Understanding with Mongolia to Unlock Up To EUR 1 billion for Clean Energy Transition 6 days
Mongolia Sees Increase in Newborn Livestock Survival 6 days
President Khurelsukh Ukhnaa Holds Official Talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi 6 days
Mongolia and India Sign Documents for Broader Cooperation 6 days
Artists from Khuvsgul Aimag Showcase Mongolian Cultural Heritage in South Korea 6 days
Prime Minister of India Welcomes President of Mongolia 7 days
Finance Ministry and European Investment Bank to Sign EUR1 Billion Cooperation Agreement 7 days
Central Bank Discusses Future of Digital Payments in Mongolia 7 days
Caritas Czech Republic Hands Over 20 Years of Project Records to General Authority for Archives of Mongolia 7 days
Hay and Forage Production Surges in 2025 Harvest Season 7 days
Mongolian Men’s Table Tennis Team Qualifies for 2026 World Championships 7 days
Winter Preparations for 2025-2026 Underway 7 days
President of Mongolia Arrives in India for State Visit 7 days
Standing Committee Members Meets Czech Senate Deputy Speaker Jitka Seitlová 7 days
Indian External Affairs Minister Pays Courtesy Call on President Khurelsukh 7 days
Artist Zolbootuguldur Orgil Guiding Audience Through Mysterious Realm of Endurance 7 days
Sludge Processing Plant Construction Set to Begin Next Year in Ulaanbaatar 7 days
Winter Preparation 93 Percent Complete in Ulaanbaatar 7 days
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