Highlights
COVID-19: Total confirmed cases in Mongolia reach 1006
Today, Mongolia has reported 13 new cases of COVID-19 after testing 12,357 people nationwide within the past 24 hours. The cases were all related to Bayanzurkh hospital infection.
1764 days
Strict lockdown to be reintroduced partly in Ulaanbaatar until January 6
At its irregular meeting held today on December 21, the Cabinet made the decision to reintroduce strict lockdown partly in Ulaanbaatar city starting from 6 AM, December 23 until 6AM, January 6.
1765 days
Importing of vaccine to Mongolia in the first quarter of 2021 discussed
Prime Minister of Mongolia U.Khurelsukh received WHO Representative in Mongolia Sergey Diorditsa today.
1765 days
Bayan-Ulgii painter wins bronze medal at int’l competition
Painter of the Musical Theater of Bayan-Ulgii aimag Kh.Dastan received a bronze medal at New York Realism international exhibition.
1765 days
Virtual meeting held with Chinese side on exports and imports transportation
A working group led by State Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs N.Ankhbayar worked at Zamyn-Uud border checkpoint from December 16, getting acquainted with current condition of exports and imports transportation being made between Mongolia and China and holding meetings with officials and delegates of relevant private entities and associations of Zamyn-Uud soum and Dornogobi aimag on making operation of the border crossing port normal.
1765 days
COVID-19: 32 new cases detected, total stands at 993
At the regular press briefing of the Ministry of Health today on December 21, it was reported that 32 new cases were detected in Mongolia after testing 12711 people nationwide within the past 24 hours.
1765 days
8 new COVID-19 cases detected in Mongolia
At the regular press briefing of the Ministry of Health today on December 20, it was reported that 8 new cases were detected in Mongolia after testing 8,416 people nationwide within the past 24 hours.
1766 days
Laser treatment introduced in treating kidney and urinary tract stones
It has become possible to treat stones in the kidney and urinary tract using laser treatment in Mongolia. At the initiation of Rotary Club of Khuree, laser equipment worth USD 227.8 thousand has been presented to the Urology and Andrology Department of the State Central First Hospital on December 17.
1768 days
200 Mongolians to annually receive Hungarian government scholarship
On December 17, on the occasion of the 70th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Mongolia and Hungary, the Ministry of Education and Science of Mongolia and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade of Hungary established a memorandum of understanding to cooperate within the Stipendium Hungaricum scholarship program. 
1768 days
Temporary restriction put on traffic going out of Ulaanbaatar
In relation to lowering the strict-lockdown by one stage or to the heightened state of readiness for disaster protection, a new set of regulations was approved for intercity traffic movement. A temporary restriction has been put on the traffic going out of Ulaanbaatar city until December 24. During this time frame, intercity transport services will also be halted.
1768 days
“Karakorum 800-year – History, Heritage” int'l scientific conference held
Under the auspices of Speaker of the Parliament G.Zandanshatar, “Karakorum 800-year – History, Heritage” international scientific forum was held virtually on December 17 at the National Library of Mongolia.
1768 days
Cultural heritage of Erdenezuu Museum to be conserved under international project
A project “Improving emergency preparedness of Erdenezuu Museum” will be financed with EUR 17.780.
1768 days
COVID-19: 18 new cases reported
18 new COVID-19 cases detected in Mongolia after 9070 tests performed nationwide yesterday, December 17.
1768 days
Five new cases of COVID-19 confirmed in Ulaanbaatar
 Today, five new cases of COVID-19 were confirmed in Mongolia after testing 10,599 people yesterday, December 16, nationwide.  The newly confirmed cases were locally acquired cases in Ulaanbaatar.   
1769 days
Meeting of the Project External Advisory Committee of the European Union funded “Switch Off Air Pollution’ organized
On December 14, 2020, the meeting of the External Advisory Committee of the “Switch Off Air Pollution” project was successfully organized online. 
1769 days
Hay to be provided free in aimags affected by harsh winter conditions
Hay will be provided free of charge and fodder at 50 percent discount in Arkhangai, Bayankhongor, Bayan-Ulgii, Gobi-Altai, Gobisumber, Darkhan-uul, Dundgobi, Dornogobi, Dornod, Uvurkhangai, Umnugobi, and Khovd aimags and Ulaanbaatar city that have been hit by harsh winter conditions.    
1770 days
Temporary regulations on electricity and heat distribution and consumption approved
At its regular meeting today, on December 16, the Cabinet approved the Temporary regulations on distribution and consumption of electricity and heat, defining the responsibilities of electricity and heat producers and consumers. 
1770 days
Mongolia submitted increased national climate pledge under Paris Agreement
On December 15, 2020, the President of Mongolia, H.E. Battulga Khaltmaa reaffirmed Mongolia’s national climate pledge to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) during his pre-recorded speech at the global Climate Ambition Summit 2020 held online on 12 December 2020, marking the country’s renewed commitment to the landmark 2015 Paris Agreement.
1770 days
Foreign Ministers of Mongolia and Qatar hold phone conversation
On December 15, Minister of Foreign Affairs N.Enkhtaivan held a phone conversation with Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Qatar Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani, exchanging views on bilateral relations and cooperation matters.
1770 days
Discussion takes place on enhancing correlation between projects implemented in Mongolia
The first meeting for the joint regulation platform of the agriculture sector took place today on December 15.
1771 days
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
Youtube
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
MONTSAME News Agency, C.P.O Box 1514, B.Jigjidjav St-8, Chingeltei dist, Ulaanbaatar-15160, Mongolia, info@montsame.gov.mn
MONTSAME News Agency ©2025