Highlights
‘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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NEMA to cooperate with U.S. State Department in disaster prevention
The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) established a memorandum of cooperation with the United States State Department on September 29 . 
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Northeast Asian Countries Expand Regional Cooperation 16 hours
Aandaa Erdenebileg: ‘My Vision Is to Stage a Ballet Gala in Mongolia with My International Colleagues’ 17 hours
B. Khulan Wins Bronze at Judo Cadet World Championships 2025 22 hours
Shooter E. Davaakhuu Wins Bronze at 16th Asian Championship 22 hours
State to Conduct National Census of Mineral Licenses, Ownership, and Locations 23 hours
UNICEF Training Prepares 30 Trainers to Strengthen Children’s Voices 23 hours
Kyrgyz Enterprises Seek to Import Meat from Mongolia 1 day
Thermal, Water Plant Deal Signed with Chinese Partnership 1 day
China-Mongolia Expo 2025 Underway 1 day
Mongolia, South Korea to Open Joint Rare Metals Research Center 1 day
Chinese Group Introduces Model Industrial Complex Project 1 day
NEMA rescues 40 People Nationwide Last Week 1 day
PM Receives MWF’s Request to Cooperate in Mental Health Protection 1 day
President Khurelsukh Hails Efforts to Protect Mongolian Heritage Abroad 1 day
Mongolia, US Discuss Cooperation in Investment, Mining, Tourism, Space Exploration 3 days
Ulaanbaatar, Bucheon Share Views on Traffic Congestion, Disaster Risks 3 days
PM Reaffirms Transparency in Budget Approval 3 days
Mongolia to Increase Coal Supply to China 3 days
A. Baasansuren: 'Wool and Cashmere Art Creates Warm Ambience and Positive Energy at Home' 3 days
Mongolia, Uzbekistan Explore Cooperation in Supporting Women 3 days
Mongolian Women Entrepreneurs Awarded USD 1 Million in WEIDE Grant 3 days
PM Meets Ulaanbaatar District and Khoroo Governors 3 days
PM Zandanshatar Appreciates 30 Years of KOICA’s Cooperation 3 days
Women Entrepreneurs to Solve Shared Challenges 3 days
New Zealand House of Representatives Speaker to Visit Mongolia 3 days
AR Technology: Mother Language and Oral Tradition 3 days
Working Group Starts State Loss Compensation Process 4 days
Mongolia Wins 2nd, 3rd, 4th Places at Axe International Festival 4 days
Umnugobi: Forest Belt Becomes a Haven for Gobi Birds 4 days
Public-Private Partnership to Develop 40-Hectare Land 4 days
Mongolia and Indonesia to Closely Cooperate on High-Level Visits 4 days
Over 200 Handicraft Works Showcased at the 'Mongolian Khudrug and Handicrafts Festival' 4 days
World Women Entrepreneurs Forum 2025 Commences 4 days
Hundred Mongolian Youth Participate in “Inspiring the Youth” Event 4 days
Mongolia’s “The MongolZ” Team Wins Esports World Cup 2025 4 days
Mongolia-Venezuela to Cooperate in Mining, Tourism, and Education 4 days
Mongolia, Cambodia to Strengthen Bilateral Relations 4 days
Thirteen Teams Compete in the 'ABU Robocon 2025 Ulaanbaatar' International Tournament 4 days
This Week in Mongolia 4 days
IV International Congress of the Mongolian Society of Dermatologists Opens in Ulaanbaatar 4 days
Deputy Chair of Mongolia–Singapore Parliamentary Group Meets Senior Minister of State Sim Ann of Singapore 4 days
Scholars Present Research on 80th Anniversary of Victory in the Liberation War 4 days
PM Expresses Commitment to Strengthening Ties with Laos 7 days
Maral-Erdene Claims Fourth Victory at the Tour of Mongolia 2025 7 days
Tourism Sector Between Mongolia and South Korea Highlighted for Rapid Growth 7 days
Mongolia-Singapore Cooperation to Advance 7 days
FIBA U16 Asia Cup to Be Held in Mongolia 7 days
FEALAC: “Ulaanbaatar Declaration” Draft Finalized 7 days
US Funding Continues for “Child Protection from Human Trafficking” Project 7 days
E. Odzaya Wins Bronze at World U20 Championships 8 days
Mining Week 2025 to Be Held in September 8 days
Uniting Youth Through Cultural Diplomacy 8 days
Foreign Ministers of Mongolia and Laos Hold Official Talks 8 days
The 10th Foreign Ministers’ Meeting of FEALAC Underway 8 days
Efficient Use of Renewable Energy Resources Can Enable Regional Supply 8 days
Mongolia Wins 18 Medals at International Robotics Competition 9 days
Management Positions Reduced by 54 in Government Agencies 9 days
“President Sports Complex” Named After Heads of State to Be Built 9 days
Canadian Ambassador Presents Credentials Copy 9 days
PM: “SOEs Must Lead in Implementing the State Austerity Policy” 9 days
Mongolia and the Republic of Korea Expand Climate Change Cooperation 9 days
Foreign Minister of Laos Arrives in Mongolia 9 days
First All-Women Crew Flight Operated 9 days
Official COP17 Logo Approved 9 days
New E-Platform to Receive Reports on Environmental Violations 10 days
FEALAC and Mongolia 10 days
Household Monthly Income Rises by MNT 119,300 from 2024 10 days
Uchral Nyam-Osor: “Mongolia-Japan Economic Cooperation Partnership Needs Advancement” 10 days
Saruul Bulgan: “Women Entrepreneurs Plan Their Businesses More Optimistically Than Men” 10 days
Dryland Sustainable Landscapes Impact Program Underway 10 days
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