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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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Business incubator opens at Selbe Subcenter
A business incubator of Selbe Subcenter opened on September 28. 
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Russia pledges support for establishment of meat processing plant in quarantine area
Minister of Food, Agriculture and Light Industry S.Mendsaikhan on September 28 met with Ambassador Russia to Mongolia Iskander Kubarovich Azizov and Head of the Trade Representative of Russia in Mongolia M.V.Vasiliev.
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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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Erdenes Tavantolgoi Exports 21 Million Tons of Coal in 10 Months 1 hour
Vaccination Coverage Against Influenza Reaches 92 Percent Nationwide 1 hour
Government to Provide Concessional Loans to Support Fuel Stockpile 1 hour
Petrol Supply Stable as Mongolia Secures 58,000 Tons from Rosneft 1 hour
Parliament Discusses Petition to Establish Working Group on Increasing Salaries for Teachers and Healthcare Workers 1 hour
‘Mongols – A Journey Through Time’ Exhibition to Open at Rietberg Museum in Zürich 6 hours
Eighth Support Pillar of Ulaanbaatar Cable Car Project Installed 6 hours
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Advanced Technological Solutions to be Implemented in Fifth Thermal Power Plant Project 6 hours
‘Donate Life’ Day Highlights Urgent Need for Brain-Dead Donor System in Mongolia 8 hours
Mongolian NOC Honors Olympic Medalists 8 hours
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U.S. Volunteer Teachers Begin Yearlong English Program in Sukhbaatar Aimag 9 hours
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Astana Hub and TON Foundation Join Forces to Support AI Startups 1 day
Mongolian Athletes Shine at “Astana World Cup 2025” with Two Golds and 13-Medal Haul 1 day
Russian Mongolist Scholar Anna Tsendina Awarded Honorary Doctorate 1 day
Mongolia and Saudi Arabia Hold First Political Consultation in Riyadh 1 day
80 Years On: Mongolia Remembers Its Pioneering Independence Referendum 1 day
'UN Week’ Begins in Mongolia to Mark 80 Years of the United Nations 1 day
Twelve Micro Parks to Be Built Across Eight Districts of Ulaanbaatar 1 day
Official Launch of the Canada-Mongolia MERIT Project 1 day
Mongolian Ambassador to Japan Calls for Cooperation with Central Provinces 1 day
Constitutional Court to Rule on Legality of Prime Minister’s Dismissal 1 day
Minister of Foreign Affairs Engages Hokkaido Delegation on Regional Policy 1 day
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Mongolia Set to Launch Interim Population and Housing Census in 2025 2 days
Chinggis Khaan National Museum Unveils Newly Acquired Artifacts 2 days
1,973-Apartment Residential Complex to Be Built in Dambadarjaa Sub-Center 2 days
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President Khurelsukh Issues Veto on Prime Minister’s Dismissal Resolution 2 days
150 MW Second Unit of Buuruljuut Power Plant Begins Supplying Energy 2 days
‘Melody of Khuur, Tune of Khuumii’ Concert Held in Canada 2 days
Social Insurance Fund Revenue Increases by MNT 666.4 Billion 2 days
Mongolia, Czech Republic to Cooperate in Mega Projects 2 days
Foreign Employment in Mongolia Rises by 6,000 Compared to 2024 2 days
Moody’s Upgrades Mongolia’s Long-Term Issuer Rating to B1 with Stable Outlook 2 days
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Parliament Accepts Resignation of Speaker Amarbayasgalan 5 days
Capital City Bans E-Bikes and Scooters for Winter 5 days
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First-ever EU-Mongolia Business and Investment Forum Held 5 days
Parliament Votes to Relieve Prime Minister Zandanshatar of Duties 5 days
Mongolian Teacher Honored with Princess Maha Chakri Award 5 days
Mongolia-Czech Parliamentary Group Head Meets Deputy Speaker of Czech Senate 5 days
Hero of Labor Sodnompiljee Wins His Ninth World Championship Medal 5 days
Top-10 Finish for WIM Enkhrii at 2025 World Youth Chess Championships 5 days
‘Shuteen Torgon Zurag’ Exhibition Presents Wonders of Mongolian Painting 5 days
Mayor of Ulaanbaatar Authorized to Conclude Partnership Agreement for CHP-5 Project 5 days
Embassy of Mongolia Hosts Sumo Wrestlers Ahead of London Basho 2025 5 days
President Khurelsukh Uknaa’s State Visit to India Showcases Mongolian Artistic Heritage 5 days
‘Odyssey’ to Premiere at State Puppet Theatre 5 days
President of Mongolia Khurelsukh Ukhnaa Pays State Visit to the Republic of India 6 days
President of Mongolia Khurelsukh Ukhnaa Concludes State Visit to India 6 days
Over 150 Enterprises Attend India-Mongolia Business Forum 6 days
President of Mongolia Confers State Decorations on Indian Citizens 6 days
Cabinet Reviews Preparations for 2025–2026 Winter and Spring 6 days
President of Mongolia Receives Speaker of India’s Lower House Om Birla 6 days
Government Endorses Bill on Cooperation with Kazakhstan in Pension Matters 6 days
Two Young Mongolian Monks Return Home from Nepal’s ‘Nyanang Phelgyeling’ Monastery 6 days
Funding Resolved for Bagakhangai-Khushig Valley Branch Railway Project 6 days
Mongolia and India Deepen Energy and Mining Cooperation During Presidential Visit 6 days
Mongolia Joins International Solar Alliance Framework Agreement 6 days
Cabinet Approves Establishment of Public Online School 7 days
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