Highlights
Confirmed coronavirus cases in Mongolia reach 191
At June 5 press briefing of the Ministry of Health on the COVID-19 situation, D.Nyamkhuu, Director of National Center for Communicable Diseases announced that five new coronavirus cases have been confirmed after a total of 715 people were tested for the virus at four laboratories in Ulaanbaatar and Darkhan-Uul aimag on June 4. 
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Mongolia marking Buddha Day as public holiday
On June 5, today, Mongolia is celebrating the Buddha Day as an official public holiday for the first time. This day, which falls on the 15th day of the first month of summer every year, according to the Buddhist calendar, is dedicated to mark three momentous events in Buddha's life – his birth, enlightenment, and his departure from the human world. 
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UNDP hosts 'Systems Thinking for Local Development' online workshop
On June 2-3, the UNDP Mongolia hosted an online consultation around the system change approach for the local development policy formulation and implementation process, for the first time, in cooperation with Ulaanbaatar city, Arkhangai, Zavkhan, and Orkhon aimags’ Governor’s offices, within frame of the “Supporting implementation of the 2030 Agenda Project”.
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ADB Opens Mongolian Togrog-Linked Bond Market
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has raised 21 billion Mongolian togrog (MNT), about $7.5 million, in a groundbreaking issue of the first offshore MNT-linked nomad bonds. The issue sets a new benchmark in the international bond market for frontier currencies.
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Mongolian and Russian businesses hold online meeting
Business runners of Tomsk Oblast of the Russian Federation held an online meeting with their Mongolian partners.
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One new COVID-19 case recorded in Mongolia, recoveries reach 65
At today’s daily press briefing of the Ministry of Health, D.Nyamkhuu, Director of the National Center of Communicable Diseases (NCCD), announced one new confirmed COVID-19 case in the country, bringing the total number into 186.  
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Light industry training centers established with EU funding
With financing of the European Union, “Industry of the Future” blended training center and “Textile - Knitwear Finishing Incubator Center” opened yesterday, on June 3. The centers are established within “Support to Employment Creation in Mongolia (SECiM 2) Project” jointly running by the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) and the Ministry of Food, Agriculture and Light Industry of Mongolia.
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Code of ethics introduced for tour guides
Capital City Tourism Department, Mongolian Tourism Association, and the Mongolian Professional Tour Guides Association signed a memorandum of cooperation on May 3 to develop tourism in Ulaanbaatar and support private public partnerships.
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21.9 million offspring delivered nationwide
As of May 29, out of 29.2 million dams counted on the national level, 77.1 percent or 21.9 million dams have delivered offspring, reported the Ministry of Food, Agriculture and Light Industry.
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New U.S. government project to strengthen women and youth engagement in Mongolia
The U.S. government today announced the launch of the Strengthening Women and Youth Engagement in the Electoral  and Political Processes in Mongolia project that will elevate the role of women and youth in civil society and the political process.
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Experiences shared with mayors of world cities
In aims of combating COVID-19 pandemic together, intensifying solidarity and cooperation and mutually sharing experiences between the cities, the Seoul Metropolitan Government is hosting “Cities Against COVID-19” global virtual summit on June 1-5.
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Income and assets of election candidates disclosed for public review
The General Election Commission yesterday announced that 485 candidates from 13 political parties and 4 coalitions and 121 independent candidates are running for the 2020 parliamentary election. 
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BoM purchases 1.7 tons of precious metal in May
In May 2020, the precious metal purchase of the Bank of Mongolia (BoM) was 1.7 tons, increasing the BoM’s total precious metal purchase of 2020 to 8.5 tons, of which 6.8 tons were gold and 1.7 tons were silver.
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One of Nine Wonders of Dundgobi aimag: Sum Khukh Burd
The ancient historical and cultural site of Sum Khukh Burd is said to be the only oasis of the Gobi desert. The site is located 70 km to the northwest of the Dundgobi aimag center, and 18 km from the astonishing rock formations of Baga Gazriin Chuluu.
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COVID-19 safety measures for 2020 parliamentary election approved
A temporary regulation for the prevention of COVID-19 spread during the forthcoming Parliamentary election was approved at a regular meeting of the cabinet last week. 
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Valid candidates start receiving candidacy card
The General Election Commission has begun issuing a candidate card to qualified contestants of 2020 parliamentary election.
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Pregnant woman gives birth during isolation period
A pregnant mother that had been put into isolation at the Hospital of Selenge aimag has recently given birth to a baby girl.
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Mongolia to provide USD 1 million to help United States fight coronavirus
At its irregular meeting held today, June 1, the Cabinet made following decision
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School Lunch program to be improved
On June 1, Children’s Day, the Cabinet approved a national program on school food manufacturing and services and gave an order to Minister of Education, Culture, Science and Sports Yo.Baatarbileg to develop plan for the program implementation and take control. 
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Nairamdal – 2 international children’s camp to be built in Khuvsgul aimag
The cabinet at its irregular meeting held today, June 1, Children’s Day, decided to establish “Nairamdal-2” international children’s camp in the Khuvsgul Lake National Park as part of the second phase plan of the Children Development and Protection National Program approved by the government in 2017.  
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General Police Department: Facilities Ready to Assist Lost Children During Naadam Celebrations 25 minutes
His Majesty the Emperor of Japan Visits Mongol Koosen Technology College 1 hour
Mongolia and France Sign Memorandum to Expand Civil Aviation Cooperation 2 hours
Mongolia Economic Forum 2025: Government Commits to Investor-Friendly Policies and Economic Diversification 4 hours
Feasibility Study for Ulaanbaatar Tram Project Approved 6 hours
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Visit Memorial Complex for Japanese Nationals 22 hours
Government to Gather Public Input on Certain Actions to Be Implemented Within 100 Days 22 hours
Mongolia and China Agree to Expand Cooperation in Animal and Plant Quarantine 23 hours
Over 7,000 Participants Showcase National Dress at 19th “Deeltei Mongol” Festival 1 day
President of Mongolia and First Lady Hold Official Meeting with Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan 1 day
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Officially Welcomed 1 day
Exhibition of Mongol Chest Features 19th–20th Century Traditional Mongolian Chests 1 day
Buryat State University Launches Center for Mongolian Language and Culture 1 day
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 2 days
Uchral Nyam-Osor: Economic Immunity Must Be Outcome of Long-Term Intelligent Policy 2 days
His Majesty Emperor Naruhito of Japan Visits Chinggis Khaan National Museum 2 days
Mongolia Transports Coal to China by Rail and Road until Cross-Border Railway Completion 2 days
MiningWeek & MinePro 2025: “Mining Momentum in Mongolia: Driving Progress and Responsibility” 2 days
This Week in Mongolia 2 days
His Majesty Emperor Naruhito and Her Majesty Empress Masako of Japan Arrive in Mongolia on a State Visit 3 days
Masterworks of Modern Mongolian Craftsmen Exhibited at the Chinggis Khaan National Museum 5 days
Launch Event of the SOAP II Project in Darkhan-Uul Aimag 5 days
NEMA Reports Rising Risk of Floods and Wildfires Across Mongolia 5 days
Mongolian Participants Depart for 57th International Chemistry Olympiad in United Arab Emirates 5 days
National Forum of Civil Servants Emphasizes Reforms for Effective Public Service 5 days
“Open Parliament: Expert” Senior Experience Sharing Program to Be Implemented 5 days
Mongolia to Cooperate with South Korea in Developing Specialized Social Protection Services 5 days
Mongolia’s “TOP-100” Businesses of 2024 Recognized 5 days
Mongolia Records 24 Moderate Earthquakes in First Half of 2025 5 days
Discussion Held on Improving Cooperation with Neighboring Countries in the Transport Sector 6 days
U. Tuya: Human Rights Education to Be Delivered at All Levels from Preschool to Higher Education 6 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" 6 days
Nine State-Owned Energy Companies in Western Region Consolidated into Four 6 days
Functional Overlaps of Government Organizations to Be Eliminated 6 days
Mongolian Women’s Basketball Team Achieves Historic Silver Medal 6 days
The Bank of Mongolia Purchases 5.9 Tons of Precious Metals in First Half of 2025 6 days
International Standards for Biodiversity Conservation to Be Localized in Mongolia 6 days
Japan-Mongolia Sasakawa Scholarship Program to Be Implemented for 12 Years 6 days
89th “Mongolian Athletes’ Day” Celebrated 7 days
“Chinggis Khaan” International Airport Became One of the World’s Ten Most Improved Airports 7 days
Mongolian National Team Playmaker Nandinkhusel Joins Florida’s “Panthers” 7 days
Women’s 3x3 Basketball Team Members Awarded Honored Athlete Titles 7 days
History and Heritage of Undur Gegeen Zanabazar in the Focus of International Scholars 7 days
Project to Improve E-Waste Management to be Implemented 7 days
Mongolia Hosts Executive Council Meeting of the Asia-Pacific Postal Union 7 days
Prime Minister of Mongolia Highlights its Commitment to Stable and Reliable External Environment 8 days
Scientific Conference Highlights Achievements in Safeguarding Mongol Biyelgee 8 days
OECD Upgrades Country Risk Classification of Mongolia 8 days
Mongolia Hosts High-Level Policy Dialogue in East Asia on AI-Enabled Higher Education 8 days
Mongolian Filmmakers Taking Steps toward Presenting Their Projects to International Producers 8 days
A Total of 12 Wildfires Extinguished Nationwide 9 days
“Urban Planning Concept of Hunnu City” International Open Competition Announced 9 days
“The World of Juraan” Exhibition Unveiled to Showcase Marvel of Bronze Sculptures 9 days
Mongolia and Eurasian Economic Union Sign Interim Free Trade Agreement 9 days
“The Secret History of Chinggis Khaan’s Espionage” Presented to Readers 9 days
Mongolian Judokas Win One Gold and Two Bronze Medals at “Russian Tour-2025” 9 days
“Danshig Naadam - Khuree Tsam 2025” Mongol Religious and Cultural Festival Held 9 days
Mongolian National Appointed as UN Resident Coordinator in Kazakhstan 9 days
First Political Consultations between the Ministries of Foreign Affairs of Mongolia and the Kingdom of Belgium Takes Place in Brussels 9 days
Mongolia Cooperates with Thailand in Weather Modification in the Gobi Region 9 days
Mongolian Women’s Basketball Team Achieves Historic Silver Medal 9 days
This Week in Mongolia 9 days
Foreign Ministers of Mongolia and the Republic of Kazakhstan Hold Official Talks 12 days
President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Pays a State Visit to Mongolia 12 days
Japan-Mongolia Sasakawa Scholarship Program to Be Implemented for 12 Years 12 days
Agreement Reached to Export 2,000 Tons of Horse Meat and Halal-Processed Mutton 12 days
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