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Ulaanbaatar Mayor pledges 80 percent drop in air pollution by spring 2021
On May 18, Governor of the capital city S.Amarsaikhan gave a briefing on timely matters concerning Ulaanbaatar city. 
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International Ulaanbaatar Marathon postponed due to COVID-19
With support from the Ulaanbaatar Governor’s Office, the annual International Ulaanbaatar Marathon takes place every third Saturday of May to promote public health through physical activity and to increase the number of professional and amateur runners.
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WHO Representative in Mongolia gives Covid-19 information and advice
On May 15, at the request of Speaker of the State Great Khural (Parliament) G.Zandanshatar, World Health Organization (WHO)’s Representative to Mongolia Sergey Diorditsa held a briefing on the Covid-19 situation at the State Palace.
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Last session of current parliament adjourned
The State Great Khural (Parliament) formed in the 2016 parliamentary elections held its last session on May 15.
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Projects worth USD 66 million implemented within UN Development Assistance Framework
The Joint UN and Government of Mongolia Steering Committee meeting to review implementation of the United Nations Development Assistance Framework (UNDAF) 2017-2021 for Mongolia in 2019 was held on May 18 at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
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26 Covid-19 patients make full recovery so far
With two recent recoveries, the total number of recovered Covid-19 patients in Mongolia has reached 26, reports D.Nyamhuu, Director of the National Center for Communicable Diseases (NCCD) at today’s daily Covid-19 briefing of the Ministry of Health. 
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158 Mongolians return from India
A charter flight in route New Delhi-Ulaanbaatar has landed today at 07.40 am at Chinggis Khaan international airport, bringing 158 Mongolian nationals to their home country.
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Online European Film Festival launches
At the initiation of the Delegation of the European Union to Mongolia, European Film Festival is being organized in online form from today, on May 18. And the festival will run for a month.
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Four museums in Ulaanbaatar available to visit virtually
Members of ‘Activists’ team which was born from ‘Student Scholarship Program’ jointly run by Zorig Foundation and the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation are implementing ‘Virtual Museum’ project.
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Stationary X-ray machines provided for hospitals
On May 18, the Ministry of Health and the World Bank presented stationary X-ray machines to hospitals in Ulaanbaatar to ensure their preparedness for health emergency situations.
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Deputy Foreign Minister meets Ambassador of China
On May 15, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs B.battsetseg met with Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the People’s Republic of China to Mongolia Chai Wenrui.
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General Election Commission accepting documents from candidates
On May 17, General Election Commission (GEC) started receiving documents of candidates nominated by the political parties or coalitions as well as independent candidates, who are registered to participate in the 2020 election to the State Great Khural following the Article 29.1; 29.2 of the Law on State Great Khural Election. 
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Acting State Secretary of Foreign Ministry meets foreign ambassadors
Acting State Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs O.Enkhtsetseg on May 15 met with Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China to Mongolia Chai Wenrui.
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Confirmed COVID-19 cases reach 140
As a result of the repeated testing, four new COVID-19 cases were detected in returnees from Russia, bringing the total number of cases in Mongolia to 140, reported today at the press briefing of the Ministry of Health.
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Charter flight takes off to India
Under the decision of the State Emergency Commission, an Ulaanbaatar-New Delhi-Ulaanbaatar charter flight has taken off today at 09.15 a.m. to India.
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World Bank to help alleviate burden for the self-employed in the face of COVID-19
The World Bank is reprioritizing US$15 million under the existing Employment Support Project to support certain relief measures of the government’s economic stimulus package in response to COVID-19 , which was endorsed by the Parliament on April 9, 2020.
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Mongolia’s COVID-19 cases reach 135, all imported from abroad
At today’s COVID-19 press briefing by the Ministry of Health, D.Nyamkhuu, Director of the National Center for Communicable Diseases announced that another 37 new COVID-19 cases were confirmed, all returnees from Russia, and the total number of cases in Mongolia is now at 135. 
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Endangered red deer brought to Bogd Khan Mountain from Khustai National Park
10 red deer have been relocated from Khustain Nuruu National Park to the strictly protected Bogd Khan Mountain, reports the Administration of the Bogd Khan Mountain Strictly Protected Area.
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Choijin Lama Temple Museum to hold online tour
Within the framework of World Monuments Watch 2020 international program, the Mongolian Arts Council has announced that the "Watch day" program to visit the Choijin Lama Temple Museum will be organized online on the May 17.
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Head dressing and hair clips of Mongolian wives
Consisting of various parts such as the top and side parts as well as hair clips, the head dressing weighs 1,005 grams in total. Jewelry and accessories worn by wives are typically crafted with gold and silver, and uses gemstones such as pearl, turquoise, and red coral as ornaments.
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Mongolia and Indonesia to Closely Cooperate on High-Level Visits 1 hour
Over 200 Handicraft Works Showcased at the 'Mongolian Khudrug and Handicrafts Festival' 2 hours
World Women Entrepreneurs Forum 2025 Commences 2 hours
Hundred Mongolian Youth Participate in “Inspiring the Youth” Event 2 hours
Mongolia’s “The MongolZ” Team Wins Esports World Cup 2025 2 hours
Mongolia-Venezuela to Cooperate in Mining, Tourism, and Education 2 hours
Mongolia, Cambodia to Strengthen Bilateral Relations 3 hours
Thirteen Teams Compete in the 'ABU Robocon 2025 Ulaanbaatar' International Tournament 3 hours
This Week in Mongolia 4 hours
IV International Congress of the Mongolian Society of Dermatologists Opens in Ulaanbaatar 5 hours
Deputy Chair of Mongolia–Singapore Parliamentary Group Meets Senior Minister of State Sim Ann of Singapore 5 hours
Scholars Present Research on 80th Anniversary of Victory in the Liberation War 5 hours
PM Expresses Commitment to Strengthening Ties with Laos 3 days
Maral-Erdene Claims Fourth Victory at the Tour of Mongolia 2025 3 days
Tourism Sector Between Mongolia and South Korea Highlighted for Rapid Growth 3 days
Mongolia-Singapore Cooperation to Advance 3 days
FIBA U16 Asia Cup to Be Held in Mongolia 3 days
FEALAC: “Ulaanbaatar Declaration” Draft Finalized 3 days
US Funding Continues for “Child Protection from Human Trafficking” Project 3 days
E. Odzaya Wins Bronze at World U20 Championships 4 days
Mining Week 2025 to Be Held in September 4 days
Uniting Youth Through Cultural Diplomacy 4 days
Foreign Ministers of Mongolia and Laos Hold Official Talks 4 days
The 10th Foreign Ministers’ Meeting of FEALAC Underway 4 days
Efficient Use of Renewable Energy Resources Can Enable Regional Supply 4 days
Mongolia Wins 18 Medals at International Robotics Competition 5 days
Management Positions Reduced by 54 in Government Agencies 5 days
“President Sports Complex” Named After Heads of State to Be Built 5 days
Canadian Ambassador Presents Credentials Copy 5 days
PM: “SOEs Must Lead in Implementing the State Austerity Policy” 5 days
Mongolia and the Republic of Korea Expand Climate Change Cooperation 5 days
Foreign Minister of Laos Arrives in Mongolia 5 days
First All-Women Crew Flight Operated 5 days
Official COP17 Logo Approved 5 days
New E-Platform to Receive Reports on Environmental Violations 6 days
FEALAC and Mongolia 6 days
Household Monthly Income Rises by MNT 119,300 from 2024 6 days
Uchral Nyam-Osor: “Mongolia-Japan Economic Cooperation Partnership Needs Advancement” 6 days
Saruul Bulgan: “Women Entrepreneurs Plan Their Businesses More Optimistically Than Men” 6 days
Dryland Sustainable Landscapes Impact Program Underway 6 days
Mongolia Wins U12 Asian Open Tee Ball International Tournament 6 days
Shivee-Ovoo Mine to Increase Employee Performance Evaluation by up to 50 Percent 6 days
Mongolian Shooters Departed for the 16th Asian Shooting Championships 6 days
Success in Irrigated Agriculture: Results from a Field Experiment 6 days
Foreign Minister of the Lao People’s Democratic Republic to Pay an Official Visit to Mongolia 7 days
Over 30 Countries’ Top Horse Archers to Gather in Mongolia 7 days
"Ulaanbaatar Walking Festival 2025" to Be Held in Gorkhi-Terelj 7 days
U.S. Funding to Continue for Mongolia Water Compact Initiatives 7 days
Pastureland Photo Monitoring to Be Improved Through International Cooperation 7 days
This Week in Mongolia 7 days
Number of Mongolian Students Studying under Hungarian Government Scholarships to Be Increased 10 days
ADB to Finance Construction of 108 Schools and 95 Kindergartens 10 days
Ministry of Foreign Affairs Receives UN Police Adviser and Commissioner Faisal Shahkar 10 days
Mongolian Ambassador Meets Chairman of Korea-Mongolia Parliamentary Group 10 days
Erdenet Mining Corporation SOE Representatives Receive Information on IPO Process 10 days
Umnugobi to Become the First Aimag to Issue Bonds of Up to MNT 500 Billion 10 days
Special Promotion: Tourists Can Enjoy Free Data Upon Arrival in Mongolia (Available until September 17, 2025) 10 days
Erdenes Tavan Tolgoi’s Monthly Coal Sales Reach 1.4 Million Tons 10 days
Prime Minister Zandanshatar: Employers Hiring Persons with Developmental Challenges Will Be Tangibly Rewarded 10 days
Puppet Artists Showcase Mongolia’s Traditional Heritage 10 days
Mongolia and the Republic of Korea to Develop the Spatial Information Sector 11 days
Shizuoka Prefecture’s Yaizu City Middle School Students Tour Mongolia 11 days
Tax Reform Proposal by Domestic Manufacturers to Be Reviewed 11 days
Public Transport Sector Revenue Increases by 68.4 Percent 11 days
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“Bagakhangai-Khushig Valley” Branch Railroad Construction Ongoing 11 days
Mongolia to Establish Trained Rescue Units with Special-Purpose Equipment 12 days
Cabinet Considers Loan Agreement Draft for National Cardiovascular Center Project 12 days
Prime Minister Zandanshatar Gombojav: Maternal and Child Health Will be a Top Priority 12 days
State Great Khural Endorses Credit Ratings to Improve Citizens’ Financial Planning 12 days
"Nomadic Spirit 2025" Program Raises Climate Change Awareness Through Art 12 days
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