Highlights
Charter flight from Seoul lands in Ulaanbaatar
A charter flight, bringing 266 Mongolian nationals from the Republic of Korea, has landed today, June 18, at 17:40 at Chinggis Khaan International Airport in Ulaanbaatar.
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Number of households increased by 25.7 percent
According to the population and housing census 2020 conducted earlier this year, the total number of households has increased by 25.7 percent since 2010, of which urban households increased by 26.4 percent and rural households by 24.3 percent.
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13 sculptures being erected at Bogd Khaan Palace Museum park
150th birth anniversary of VIII Bogd Jebtsundamba Khutagt was commemorated in 2019.
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Over 400-700 heavy trucks transporting coal through Gashuunsukhait border point daily
Officials of the border crossings reported that coal export is reviving gradually.
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COVID-19 cases detected in four Belarusian transport drivers
At today’s daily press briefing on the situation around COVID-19 in the country, D.Nyamkhuu, director of the National Center for Communicable Diseases, reported that out of 363 people, who were tested yesterday at three laboratories, four Belarusian transport drivers, who entered the country through Altanbulag border checkpoint, have been diagnosed with novel coronavirus infection. 
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Charter flight brings 257 transit Mongolians from S.Korea
On June 17, at 17:48, a charter flight of the MIAT Mongolian Airlines in route Seoul – Ulaanbaatar landed at Chinggis Khaan International Airport in Ulaanbaatar.
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“Clean Air City” virtual scientific conference takes place
“Ulaanbaatar will become a zero-waste city in 2050. To accomplish this goal, it is necessary  to create a multi-centered city system and to produce energy from waste,” emphasized Deputy Governor of the Capital City in charge of air and environmental pollution issues D.Munkhjargal in her remarks addressed at the opening of an international virtual scientific conference entitled “Clean Air City” being held today, June 17.
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Ambassador to Canada participates in Canada-Mongolia parliamentary group’s meeting
Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Mongolia to Canada Ya.Ariunbold took part in a telemeeting of the Canada-Mongolia Parliamentary Friendship Group in the Parliament of Canada held on June 16.
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New sports field opens in Bayanzurkh district
A 4.4-meter-wide, four-lane 450-meter jogging track, a 5,500-square-meter football field, an 880-square-meter basketball and volleyball court, an 84-meter-long 1.2-meter-wide walkway, and 1,155 square meters of sidewalks have been built. In addition, the sports field was built with spectator seats, shade, children's playgrounds, parking lots and restrooms, adding one more place for children and youth to visit.
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Naadam Festival organizing committee convenes
The organizing committee of Naadam Festival has resolved to organize the festival on July 11-12 without large gatherings in compliance with the Covid-19 safety rules and regulations and not organize public events such as mountain worship ceremonies and anniversary celebrations.
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30 thousand school graduates to take higher education entrance exam July 2-5
The Ministry of Education, Culture, Science and Sports yesterday, June 15, provided update on the ongoing preparation of the 2020 general entrance exam for high school graduates. The nationwide entrance exam to colleges and universities is scheduled on July 02-05. 
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World Bank Group supports Mongolia’s efforts to improve investment climate, inspire investor confidence
IFC, a member of the World Bank Group, and the National Development Agency (NDA) are launching an institutional platform to help the government resolve investor grievances efficiently and transparently, thereby improving investor confidence in Mongolia.
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Deputy Prime Minister works in Dornogovi aimag
A working group led by Deputy Prime Minister of Mongolia U.Enkhtuvshin worked in Dornogovi aimag and got acquainted with the large-scale construction work being implemented by the government in the aimag.
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Primary market trading order of "Lend Bond” launches
In regard with opening of primary market trading order of “Lend Bond” being offered by “Lend MN” non-bank financial institute (NBFI) JSC listed on the Mongolian Stock Exchange (MSE), a bell ringing ceremony took place today, June 15.
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Development of Bell Park 90 percent complete
A 85 m long and 14 m tall musical fountain is being built in the Bell Park under dev3elopment in front of Sukhbaatar Square.
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State Emergency Commission: Over 10K Mongolians repatriated since coronavirus
Due to ongoing ban on all international travel of passengers to and out of Mongolia, including Mongolian passengers, to prevent from spread of COVID-19 pandemic, there are estimated 11,000 Mongolian travelers stranded abroad and wanting to return home immediately, reported last week the State Emergency Commission (SEC). 
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Mongolia-India Friendship Garden established
On the occasion of the 65th diplomatic relations between Mongolia and the Republic of India, the Embassy of India in Mongolia opened “Mongolia-India Friendship Garden” at the National Garden Park, Ulaanbaatar city on June 12, planting 65 trees.
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Mongolia Livestock Commercialization Project kicks off
On June 12, Government of Mongolia, with support from the World Bank, kicked off the Livestock Commercialization project to improve the health and productivity of livestock and increase value of products by commercializing targeted value chains. 
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Mongolia’s population totals 3,296,866, latest census shows
The cabinet irregular meeting convened today, June 12, heard the results of the 2020 nationwide population and housing census. 
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Foreign Minister holds video conference with Singaporean counterpart
Minister for Foreign Affairs D.Tsogtbaatar and Minister for Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Singapore Dr. Vivian Balakrishnan held a video conference yesterday, June 11, on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the diplomatic relations between Mongolia and the Republic of Singapore and exchanged warm greetings.
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Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Visit Memorial Complex for Japanese Nationals 1 hour
Government to Gather Public Input on Certain Actions to Be Implemented Within 100 Days 2 hours
Mongolia and China Agree to Expand Cooperation in Animal and Plant Quarantine 3 hours
Over 7,000 Participants Showcase National Dress at 19th “Deeltei Mongol” Festival 5 hours
President of Mongolia and First Lady Hold Official Meeting with Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan 7 hours
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Officially Welcomed 8 hours
Exhibition of Mongol Chest Features 19th–20th Century Traditional Mongolian Chests 9 hours
Buryat State University Launches Center for Mongolian Language and Culture 10 hours
His Majesty the Emperor of Japan Visits the Water Supply and Sewerage Authority 1 day
European Bank for Reconstruction and Development to Increase Investments 1 day
Two Mongolian Boxers Win Medals at World Cup 1 day
Mongolia Hosts Asia-Pacific Air Transport Facilitation Forum 1 day
His Majesty the Emperor of Japan Introduced to Gachuurt Water Source Project 1 day
Uchral Nyam-Osor: Economic Immunity Must Be Outcome of Long-Term Intelligent Policy 1 day
His Majesty Emperor Naruhito of Japan Visits Chinggis Khaan National Museum 1 day
Mongolia Transports Coal to China by Rail and Road until Cross-Border Railway Completion 1 day
MiningWeek & MinePro 2025: “Mining Momentum in Mongolia: Driving Progress and Responsibility” 1 day
This Week in Mongolia 1 day
His Majesty Emperor Naruhito and Her Majesty Empress Masako of Japan Arrive in Mongolia on a State Visit 2 days
Masterworks of Modern Mongolian Craftsmen Exhibited at the Chinggis Khaan National Museum 4 days
Launch Event of the SOAP II Project in Darkhan-Uul Aimag 4 days
NEMA Reports Rising Risk of Floods and Wildfires Across Mongolia 4 days
Mongolian Participants Depart for 57th International Chemistry Olympiad in United Arab Emirates 4 days
National Forum of Civil Servants Emphasizes Reforms for Effective Public Service 4 days
“Open Parliament: Expert” Senior Experience Sharing Program to Be Implemented 4 days
Mongolia to Cooperate with South Korea in Developing Specialized Social Protection Services 4 days
Mongolia’s “TOP-100” Businesses of 2024 Recognized 4 days
Mongolia Records 24 Moderate Earthquakes in First Half of 2025 4 days
Discussion Held on Improving Cooperation with Neighboring Countries in the Transport Sector 5 days
U. Tuya: Human Rights Education to Be Delivered at All Levels from Preschool to Higher Education 5 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" 5 days
Nine State-Owned Energy Companies in Western Region Consolidated into Four 5 days
Functional Overlaps of Government Organizations to Be Eliminated 5 days
Mongolian Women’s Basketball Team Achieves Historic Silver Medal 5 days
The Bank of Mongolia Purchases 5.9 Tons of Precious Metals in First Half of 2025 5 days
International Standards for Biodiversity Conservation to Be Localized in Mongolia 5 days
Japan-Mongolia Sasakawa Scholarship Program to Be Implemented for 12 Years 5 days
89th “Mongolian Athletes’ Day” Celebrated 6 days
“Chinggis Khaan” International Airport Became One of the World’s Ten Most Improved Airports 6 days
Mongolian National Team Playmaker Nandinkhusel Joins Florida’s “Panthers” 6 days
Women’s 3x3 Basketball Team Members Awarded Honored Athlete Titles 6 days
History and Heritage of Undur Gegeen Zanabazar in the Focus of International Scholars 6 days
Project to Improve E-Waste Management to be Implemented 6 days
Mongolia Hosts Executive Council Meeting of the Asia-Pacific Postal Union 6 days
Prime Minister of Mongolia Highlights its Commitment to Stable and Reliable External Environment 7 days
Scientific Conference Highlights Achievements in Safeguarding Mongol Biyelgee 7 days
OECD Upgrades Country Risk Classification of Mongolia 7 days
Mongolia Hosts High-Level Policy Dialogue in East Asia on AI-Enabled Higher Education 7 days
Mongolian Filmmakers Taking Steps toward Presenting Their Projects to International Producers 7 days
A Total of 12 Wildfires Extinguished Nationwide 8 days
“Urban Planning Concept of Hunnu City” International Open Competition Announced 8 days
“The World of Juraan” Exhibition Unveiled to Showcase Marvel of Bronze Sculptures 8 days
Mongolia and Eurasian Economic Union Sign Interim Free Trade Agreement 8 days
“The Secret History of Chinggis Khaan’s Espionage” Presented to Readers 8 days
Mongolian Judokas Win One Gold and Two Bronze Medals at “Russian Tour-2025” 8 days
“Danshig Naadam - Khuree Tsam 2025” Mongol Religious and Cultural Festival Held 8 days
Mongolian National Appointed as UN Resident Coordinator in Kazakhstan 8 days
First Political Consultations between the Ministries of Foreign Affairs of Mongolia and the Kingdom of Belgium Takes Place in Brussels 8 days
Mongolia Cooperates with Thailand in Weather Modification in the Gobi Region 8 days
Mongolian Women’s Basketball Team Achieves Historic Silver Medal 8 days
This Week in Mongolia 8 days
Foreign Ministers of Mongolia and the Republic of Kazakhstan Hold Official Talks 11 days
President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Pays a State Visit to Mongolia 11 days
Japan-Mongolia Sasakawa Scholarship Program to Be Implemented for 12 Years 11 days
Agreement Reached to Export 2,000 Tons of Horse Meat and Halal-Processed Mutton 11 days
Over 50 International Experts Share Experience on Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation 11 days
Cooperation with ADB in Shifting Ger Districts to Solar Energy Discussed 11 days
Prime Minister of Mongolia Receives Rio Tinto Copper Chief Executive 12 days
Construction of Selbe City to Cost MNT 25 Trillion 12 days
“Top-6” Tournament Named After Honored Athlete G. Boldbaatar to Be Held in Erdenet City 12 days
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