Highlights
Total COVID-19 cases in Mongolia at 315, no infection in community
At today’s press briefing on the COVID-19 update, Director of the Center for Communicable Diseases D.Nyamkhuu reported that one more coronavirus patient has been recovered and was transferred to the next stage of mandatory isolation. 
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‘Front’ Tsegmid awarded Order of Friendship of Russian Federation
 Yesterday, October 6, a solemn ceremony took place at the Russian Center of Science and Culture in Ulaanbaatar to award a 98-year old S.Tsegmid, popularly known as the ‘Front’ Tsegmid, with the State Award of the Russian Federation – Order of Friendship.  
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First mutual investment fund launches its operation
“The National Privatization Fund” launched its operation officially on October 5.
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Japanese Foreign Minister to visit Mongolia
Minister of Foreign Affairs of Japan Toshimitu Motegi will pay a visit to Mongolia between October 7-8 at the invitation of Mongolian Foreign Minister N.Enkhtaivan.
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COVID-19 safety measures for local council elections approved
A temporary regulation for the prevention of COVID-19 spread during the forthcoming elections of the Citizens’ Representatives’ Khurals (council) of aimags, capital city, soums and districts has been approved by the government. 
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160 Mongolians arrive on charter flight from Nur-Sultan
The State Emergency Commission made the decision to conduct 11 charter flights this month to bring back about 2,700 citizens from abroad. According to the decision, a charter flight organized in route Nur-Sultan-Ulaanbaatar landed at Buyant-Ukhaa International Airport at 8.15 am on October 4. 
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One new COVID-19 case reported in Mongolia, total reaches 314
General Director of the National Center for Communicable Diseases D.Nyamkhuu today informed that four laboratories nationwide have tested 1823 people on October 2-4
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First agreement on construction of oil refinery established
“JMC Projects India” Company, which has been selected as a general contractor of “First engineering-procurement – construction (EPC-1) project” and “Mongol Refinery” state-owned company established virtually an agreement on the first phase of construction of an oil refinery on October 2.  
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U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo’s visit to Mongolia postponed
On October 4, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Mongolia reported that the U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo’s official visit to Mongolia has been postponed for an indefinite period.  
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‘Greening the China-Mongolia-Russia economic corridor: A visual synthesis’ report launched
The launch of a new report ‘Greening the China–Mongolia–Russia economic corridor - A visual synthesis’ took place in both a virtual and face-to-face format on October 1 at the International Environment House in Geneva, Switzerland.
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Filmmakers highlight necessity of government investment in Mongolian film arts
The time has come for the state to pay attention to the field of film arts in Mongolia, highlighted the participants of the conference, ‘Mongolian film arts 2020’, that took place on October 1. 
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‘E-Mongolia’ electronic platform launched to provide 181 government services
E-Mongolia electronic platform, which is intended to serve as a one-stop shop for various government services, launched officially yesterday, October 01. The Communications and Information Technology Authority, the developer of the E-Mongolia system, today organized a presentation on the system. 
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President addresses opening of autumn session of parliament
President Kh.Battulga addressed the opening of autumn session of parliament on October 1.
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2021 state budget bill presented to Speaker
On September 30, Minister of Finance Ch.Khurelbaatar presented the bills for the state budget, the budget of the Social Insurance Fund, and the budget of the Health Insurance Fund for the year of 2021 as well as bills for other corresponding legislation to Speaker G.Zandanshatar.
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Project to strengthen COVID-19 preparedness launches
The launch of the “Building the Capacity for COVID-19 Diagnosis and Service Delivery for the Most Vulnerable in Mongolia amidst the Pandemic” project was held today on October 1. The representatives from donors, partners, and implementing organizations including Daniel Worrall, the CEO and Country Manager of Rio Tinto Mongolia LLC and Armando Torres, the CEO of Oyu Tolgoi LLC, Tapan Mishra, the UN Resident Coordinator in Mongolia and Kaori Ishikawa, the Head of Office of UNFPA Mongolia Country Office attended the launch event.
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Mongolian parliament opens its regular session with busy agenda
A regular session of autumn 2020 of the Mongolian Parliament – State Great Khural opened today, October 1, 2020. 
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Mongolia accedes to the Asia-Pacific Trade Agreement as its seventh member
After a long journey of more than a decade, Mongolia has formally acceded to the Asia-Pacific Trade Agreement (APTA) on September 29. 
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U.S. Secretary of State to pay official visit to Mongolia
The U.S. Secretary of State Michael Pompeo will pay an official visit to Mongolia on October 7, 2020, at the invitation of the Minister for Foreign Affairs of Mongolia, Nyamtseren Enkhtaivan.
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President of Max Group D.Ganbaatar awarded with ‘Hero of Labor’
n the occasion of the 60th anniversary of the establishment of the Mongolian National Chamber of Commerce and Industry and the 30th anniversary of the establishment of private entities in Mongolia, President of ‘Max’ Group D.Ganbaatar was awarded with the title, ‘Hero of Labor’, according to a decree issued by President of Mongolia Kh.Battulga. He was awarded with the highest state award for his consistent hardwork over the last 30 years in the Mongolian business sector and leadership in the development of the sectors of food production, trade, agriculture, road, tourism, and construction.
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Government raises USD 600 million in Nomad bond to repay sovereign debts
Minister of Finance of Mongolia Ch.Khurelbaatar today announced that the government of Mongolia together with the Bank of Mongolia has issued 5.5-year ‘Nomad’ sovereign bond with 5.125 percent of annual coupon rate, raising USD 600 million on international stock markets. The trades of the Nomad bond, whose repayment is due in April 2026, have been completed by September 29. 
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President of Mongolia and the Emperor of Japan Attend Soyolon Race at Khui Doloon Khudag 4 minutes
Chestnut Horse Trained by D. Munkhbat Wins National Naadam Soyolon Race 31 minutes
Tourists: The Music, Dance, and Horse Parade of Naadam Opening Ceremony Deeply Moving 1 hour
Lunar-Spotted Bay Horse Trained by G. Buyantogtokh Wins National Naadam's Daaga Race 2 hours
Chestnut Horse Trained by M. Tserenjav Wins National Naadam’s Ikh Nas Race 3 hours
Over 800 Police Officers Deployed at Central Stadium During Naadam 3 hours
Jochen Krueger: "The horseback part of the Naadam opening ceremony was my favorite" 3 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 1 day
State Flag Day Observed with Military Parade 2 days
102 Wrestlers Holding National Titles to Compete in National Naadam Wrestling Tournament 2 days
Bay Horse Trained by B. Gantig Wins National Naadam’s Khyazaalan Race 2 days
Mongolia to Cooperate with The Asia Group to Improve Investment Climate 3 days
Ulaanbaatar Mayor Signs Memorandum of Understanding with UK Export Finance Agency to Boost Metro Project 3 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Visit General Education School in Ulaanbaatar 3 days
Prime Minister of Mongolia Holds Virtual Meeting with Local Governors 3 days
General Police Department: Facilities Ready to Assist Lost Children During Naadam Celebrations 3 days
His Majesty the Emperor of Japan Visits Mongol Koosen Technology College 3 days
Mongolia and France Sign Memorandum to Expand Civil Aviation Cooperation 3 days
Mongolia Economic Forum 2025: Government Commits to Investor-Friendly Policies and Economic Diversification 3 days
Feasibility Study for Ulaanbaatar Tram Project Approved 3 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Visit Memorial Complex for Japanese Nationals 4 days
Government to Gather Public Input on Certain Actions to Be Implemented Within 100 Days 4 days
Mongolia and China Agree to Expand Cooperation in Animal and Plant Quarantine 4 days
Over 7,000 Participants Showcase National Dress at 19th “Deeltei Mongol” Festival 4 days
President of Mongolia and First Lady Hold Official Meeting with Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan 4 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Officially Welcomed 4 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 5 days
European Bank for Reconstruction and Development to Increase Investments 5 days
Two Mongolian Boxers Win Medals at World Cup 5 days
Mongolia Hosts Asia-Pacific Air Transport Facilitation Forum 5 days
His Majesty the Emperor of Japan Introduced to Gachuurt Water Source Project 5 days
Uchral Nyam-Osor: Economic Immunity Must Be Outcome of Long-Term Intelligent Policy 5 days
His Majesty Emperor Naruhito of Japan Visits Chinggis Khaan National Museum 5 days
Mongolia Transports Coal to China by Rail and Road until Cross-Border Railway Completion 5 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 6 days
Masterworks of Modern Mongolian Craftsmen Exhibited at the Chinggis Khaan National Museum 8 days
Launch Event of the SOAP II Project in Darkhan-Uul Aimag 8 days
NEMA Reports Rising Risk of Floods and Wildfires Across Mongolia 8 days
Mongolian Participants Depart for 57th International Chemistry Olympiad in United Arab Emirates 8 days
National Forum of Civil Servants Emphasizes Reforms for Effective Public Service 8 days
“Open Parliament: Expert” Senior Experience Sharing Program to Be Implemented 8 days
Mongolia to Cooperate with South Korea in Developing Specialized Social Protection Services 8 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 9 days
U. Tuya: Human Rights Education to Be Delivered at All Levels from Preschool to Higher Education 9 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" 9 days
Nine State-Owned Energy Companies in Western Region Consolidated into Four 9 days
Functional Overlaps of Government Organizations to Be Eliminated 9 days
Mongolian Women’s Basketball Team Achieves Historic Silver Medal 9 days
The Bank of Mongolia Purchases 5.9 Tons of Precious Metals in First Half of 2025 9 days
International Standards for Biodiversity Conservation to Be Localized in Mongolia 9 days
Japan-Mongolia Sasakawa Scholarship Program to Be Implemented for 12 Years 9 days
89th “Mongolian Athletes’ Day” Celebrated 10 days
“Chinggis Khaan” International Airport Became One of the World’s Ten Most Improved Airports 10 days
Mongolian National Team Playmaker Nandinkhusel Joins Florida’s “Panthers” 10 days
Women’s 3x3 Basketball Team Members Awarded Honored Athlete Titles 10 days
History and Heritage of Undur Gegeen Zanabazar in the Focus of International Scholars 10 days
Project to Improve E-Waste Management to be Implemented 10 days
Mongolia Hosts Executive Council Meeting of the Asia-Pacific Postal Union 10 days
Prime Minister of Mongolia Highlights its Commitment to Stable and Reliable External Environment 11 days
Scientific Conference Highlights Achievements in Safeguarding Mongol Biyelgee 11 days
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