Highlights
Mongolia’s economic growth to accelerate to over 5 percent in 2021-22, World Bank report finds
COVID-19 has delivered a triple shock to the developing East Asia and Pacific (EAP) region: the pandemic itself, the economic impact of containment measures, and reverberations from the global recession brought on by the crisis.  Swift action will be needed to ensure that the pandemic does not hamper growth and increase poverty for years to come, according to From Containment to Recovery, the World Bank’s October 2020 Economic Update for East Asia and the Pacific.
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1 million trees to be planted in Ulaanbaatar through nursery
Ecological Education Center-Nursery that will be providing seedlings of trees that can reduce dust pollution and land degradation in Ulaanbaatar and the Museum of Rangers have recently opened. 
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17,161 candidates registered to run for local council elections
The polling day for the 2020 elections of the Citizens’ Representatives’ Khurals (council) of aimags, capital city, soums and districts is scheduled on October 15. Last week, the General Election Commission (GEC) working team gave a briefing on the preparatory works of the upcoming local elections. 
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Mongolia wins 4th gold medal from International Mathematical Olympiad
The 61st International Mathematical Olympiad was held online on September 21-22. From this year’s Olympiad, O.Misheel had great success, winning the gold medal. In the history of the Olympiad, the medal is the 4th gold medal to be won by a Mongolian student. 
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Best entities and products of Ulaanbaatar Partnership-2020 selected
“Ulaanbaatar Partnership-2020”, autumn fair wrapped up on September 27, selecting its best participants.  
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‘AR smart guide’ project launches at Fine Art Zanabazar Museum
The Fine Arts Zanabazar Museum has launched the project, ‘AR (augmented reality) smart guide’, in aims of introducing technological advancements in the museum’s operations and provide education about cultural heritage and arts for children and youth. 
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JMC Projects of India to work on first phase construction of oil refinery
JMC Projects company of India was selected as the general contractor in charge of the first phase construction of the oil refinery plant in Dornogobi aimag, specifically the development of the refinery’s non-technological facilities and construction site infrastructure. 
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Bogd Khaan Memorial Garden opens
The opening ceremony of Bogd Khaan Memorial Garden newly built on the 1.4 ha site next to Bogd Khaan Palace Museum took place on September 24.
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Export-oriented products on display at Ulaanbaatar Partnership 2020
“Ulaanbaatar Partnership-2020” autumn fair, which is being co-organized by the Mongolian National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MNCCI) and the Governor’s Office of the Capital City, was opened on September 24 at Misheel expo center.
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Nationally standardized methodology developed for rangeland monitoring
As one of the few remaining countries with a robust, nomadic pastoral culture supported by extensive natural rangelands, Mongolia is well positioned to offer sustainable, rangeland-based goods and services to its citizens and to global consumers who place a premium on sustainable products.
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Asian Regional Meeting on Higher Education takes place in Ulaanbaatar
Asian regional meeting themed “Empowering Higher Education Towards Sustainable Development- CDIO 2020”, which discuss issues relevant to engineering education reform was held in Ulaanbaatar city on September 23.
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209 citizens arrive home from Frankfurt, Mongolia's first direct flight to Hungary lands
Another charter plane from Frankfurt to Ulaanbaatar landed today morning at Buyant-Ukhaa international airport in Ulaanbaatar, with 209 passengers on board.
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Temperature set to drop following precipitation
Rain and wet snow are expected in mountainous areas of Altai, Khangai, and Khuvsgul on September 24, in some parts of western aimags and western parts of central aimags on September 25, and in some parts of western and eastern aimags and northern parts of central aimags on September 26. 
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Study on possibilities to establish Free Trade Agreement with EEC launches
On September 22, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Mongolia N.Enkhtaivan met with Minister in charge of Trade of the Eurasian Economic Commission A.A.Slepnev and Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade of the Russian Federation V.L.Evtuhov respectively.
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Foreign Minister Enkhtaivan meets State Duma Deputy Chairman Alexey Gordeyev
Minister of Foreign Affairs of Mongolia N.Enkhtaivan, who is on an official visit to the Russian Federation on September 20-22, held a meeting with Deputy Chairman of the State Duma of Russia Alexey Gordeyev on September 21. 
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Foreign Minister N.Enkhtaivan holds official talks with his Russian counterpart
Minister of Foreign Affairs of Mongolia N.Enkhtaivan, who is on official visit to the Russian Federation, held an official talks with his Russian counterpart S.V.Lavrov on September 21.
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Over 320 valuable items of Mongolian craftsmen on display
There are more than 3,000 valuable arts and historical items are being preserved at the Zanabazar Museum of Fine Arts, which is renowned as the museum for the works of ‘High Saint’ or Undur Gegeen Zanabazar, Mongolia's first theocrat ruler, prominent statesman, religious and cultural figure. The museum in Ulaanbaatar, is showcasing over 320 items from its rich treasury for an ongoing exhibition ‘Best Works of Mongolian Craftsmanship’. 
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Foreign Minister visiting Russia
Minister of Foreign Affairs of Mongolia N.Enkhtaivan is paying an official visit to the Russian Federation between September 20 and 22. The Mongolian delegation led by Minister Enkhtaivan arrived at the Domodedovo International Airport in Moscow on September 20. 
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Book Festival – 2020 kicks off in Ulaanbaatar
Under the auspices of the Speaker of the State Great Khural, ‘Book festival -2020’ is being organized between September 18 and 20 at the central square of Sukhbaatar in Ulaanbaatar. 
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Guide to art exhibitions opening in Ulaanbaatar
In spite of the heightened state of readiness regime extended until October 31 to prevent from the spread of COVID-19, the government has allowed entertainment, cultural and recreational activities to resume starting September 16. Thanks to the decision, many arts galleries has begun gradually launching exhibitions and arts events. Below is the list of art exhibits opening this week in Ulaanbaatar. 
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Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Attend Opening Ceremony of National Naadam Festival 16 hours
National Naadam Commences with Grand Opening Ceremony 16 hours
World Horse Day Celebrated for the First Time 22 hours
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Visit Mongol–Japan Hospital 22 hours
Their Majesties the Emperor and the Empress of Japan Visit Gandantegchenling Monastery 1 day
State Flag Day Observed with Military Parade 1 day
102 Wrestlers Holding National Titles to Compete in National Naadam Wrestling Tournament 1 day
Bay Horse Trained by B. Gantig Wins National Naadam’s Khyazaalan Race 1 day
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
OECD Upgrades Country Risk Classification of Mongolia 11 days
Mongolia Hosts High-Level Policy Dialogue in East Asia on AI-Enabled Higher Education 11 days
Mongolian Filmmakers Taking Steps toward Presenting Their Projects to International Producers 11 days
A Total of 12 Wildfires Extinguished Nationwide 12 days
“Urban Planning Concept of Hunnu City” International Open Competition Announced 12 days
“The World of Juraan” Exhibition Unveiled to Showcase Marvel of Bronze Sculptures 12 days
Mongolia and Eurasian Economic Union Sign Interim Free Trade Agreement 12 days
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