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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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COVID-19: Six health workers tested positive
 Today, Mongolia has reported 16 positive cases of COVID-19, bringing the total case to 1098, with 711 recoveries.  
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Ambassador M.P.Singh: The oil refinery is a milestone project and testimony of our close friendship and strategic partnership
MONTSAME News Agency took an interview from Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of India to Mongolia M.P.Singh on the occasion of the 65th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries.
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MONGOLIA IN 2020
MONTSAME National News Agency names the top 10 events in Mongolia for 2020.
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Kh.Badamsuren: EMC achieves greater than ever before
Interview with General Director of Erdenet Mining Corporation (EMC) state- owned enterprise that makes substantial contributions to the growth of Mongolian economy, Honored Industrial Worker of Mongolia, Doctor of Technical Sciences Kh.Badamsuren. 
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THE WORLD IN 2020
MONTSAME National News Agency highlights the top 10 events that happened in the world in 2020. 
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Press statement by Mongolia's Tax Authority regarding tax audit of Oyu Tolgoi LLC
On 23 December 2020, Tax Audit and Methodology Department of the General Taxation Authority of Mongolia issued a press statement regarding the tax audit of Oyu Tolgoi LLC. The statement reads:
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Mongolia-China political consultation meeting held
In line with the cooperation plan between the Foreign Ministries of Mongolia and China, the ministries’ political departments held a consultative meeting on December 24 via teleconferencing. 
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BoM purchases 22 tons of precious metal
As of December 23, the Bank of Mongolia purchased 22 tons of precious metal, showing an increase of 6.8 tons compared with the same period of previous year.
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Children and youth with disabilities to have improved access to education
At its regular meeting on December 23, the Cabinet decided to make amendments to relevant laws and regulations to ensure that children with disabilities have equal access to schools and kindergartens and offer those unable to attend classroom sessions alternative education services including homeschooling.
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COVID-19: Total cases reach 1069, with 584 recoveries
Today, the Ministry of Health reported six new cases of COVID-19 detected in Ulaanbaatar city after testing 11,800 people nationwide yesterday. 
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“Mongolia ready to intensify talks on Oyu Tolgoi project issues”
On December 18, representatives of the Mongolian government’s working group in charge of implementing the State Great Khural’s 2019 resolution No. 92 held an online meeting with Jakob Stausholm, new chief executive of Rio Tinto to discuss current situation and issues concerning Oyu Tolgoi gold and copper project. 
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United Arab Emirates donates medical supplies to Mongolia
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) donated 48 tons of medical supplies to support Mongolia’s effort to contain and curb the spread of COVID-19 infection.
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27,729 citizens repatriated since COVID-19 outbreak
During today’s press briefing of the Ministry of Health, Director General of the Consular Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs L.Munkhtushig informed, “Repatriation of Mongolia nationals stranded abroad started since January 17 or after Mongolia closed its border due to the global outbreak of COVID-19 pandemic.
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National innovation awards presented
Minister of Education and Science L.Tsedevsuren presented national innovation awards to Director of World Plus Digital LLC Kh.Erdenebayar and Director of Bargil Tech LLC B.Ochir. 
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COVID-19: 57 new cases detected
Today, 57 new cases of coronavirus were confirmed in Mongolia after testing 4134 people nationwide on December 22.
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Projects to receive grants from Australia selected
Ten organizations that will receive grants from Direct Aid Program (DAP) announced by the Embassy of Australia in Mongolia have been selected. 
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MPs submit a bill to amend the COVID-19 Mitigation Law
On December 22, memders of the State Great Hural (Parliament), MP Kh.Bulgantuya and MP J.Sukhbaatar submitted a bill on amendments to the Law on Prevention and Response to the COVID-19 Pandemic and Reducing the Adverse Effects on Society and Economy (COVID-19 Mitigation Law) to G.Zandanshatar, Speaker of the Parliament of Mongolia.
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Request put forth to provide assistance to Mongolians residing in South Korea
Minister of Foreign Affairs N.Enkhtaivan held yesterday a virtual meeting with his South Korean counterpart Kang Kyung-wha.
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PM: Mongolia Fully Trusts the Energy, Creativity, and Intellect of Its Youth 3 hours
Astana Hub and TON Foundation Join Forces to Support AI Startups 3 hours
Mongolian Athletes Shine at “Astana World Cup 2025” with Two Golds and 13-Medal Haul 4 hours
Russian Mongolist Scholar Anna Tsendina Awarded Honorary Doctorate 4 hours
Mongolia and Saudi Arabia Hold First Political Consultation in Riyadh 4 hours
80 Years On: Mongolia Remembers Its Pioneering Independence Referendum 4 hours
'UN Week’ Begins in Mongolia to Mark 80 Years of the United Nations 7 hours
Twelve Micro Parks to Be Built Across Eight Districts of Ulaanbaatar 7 hours
Official Launch of the Canada-Mongolia MERIT Project 7 hours
Mongolian Ambassador to Japan Calls for Cooperation with Central Provinces 8 hours
Constitutional Court to Rule on Legality of Prime Minister’s Dismissal 8 hours
Minister of Foreign Affairs Engages Hokkaido Delegation on Regional Policy and ‘Billions of Trees’ Initiative 8 hours
117 Million Trees Planted Nationwide Under ‘Billions of Trees’ Movement 8 hours
Mongolia Set to Launch Interim Population and Housing Census in 2025 1 day
Chinggis Khaan National Museum Unveils Newly Acquired Artifacts 1 day
1,973-Apartment Residential Complex to Be Built in Dambadarjaa Sub-Center 1 day
Mongolia to Host 15th Asia Tourism Forum in 2026 1 day
Mongolian Yokozuna Hoshoryu Wins Grand Sumo Tournament in London 1 day
Czech Investments in Mongolia Total USD 25.1 Million 1 day
President Khurelsukh Issues Veto on Prime Minister’s Dismissal Resolution 1 day
150 MW Second Unit of Buuruljuut Power Plant Begins Supplying Energy 1 day
‘Melody of Khuur, Tune of Khuumii’ Concert Held in Canada 1 day
Social Insurance Fund Revenue Increases by MNT 666.4 Billion 1 day
Mongolia, Czech Republic to Cooperate in Mega Projects 1 day
Foreign Employment in Mongolia Rises by 6,000 Compared to 2024 1 day
Moody’s Upgrades Mongolia’s Long-Term Issuer Rating to B1 with Stable Outlook 1 day
This Week in Mongolia 1 day
HAPPY 35TH ANNIVERSARY! 1 day
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 6 days
Mongolia to Join International Snow Leopard Trust 6 days
‘Transformation’ Exhibition Opens in Portugal 6 days
Mongolian Computational Mathematics Gains Global Recognition Through Springer Nature 6 days
Mongolia Plans to Decrease Tuberculosis Deaths by Five Percent 6 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
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