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Deputy Prime Minister meets Ambassador of Russia
On May 5, Deputy Prime Minister U.Enkhtuvshin met with Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Russian Federation to Mongolia I.K.Azizov and Embassy Secretaries.
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Drill to place 150 thousand residents of Chingeltei district in lockdown
The operative team of the State Emergency Commission and the authorities of Chingeltei district of the capital city held a press briefing on the quarantine drill to be held in Chingeltei district on May 7.
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Zayiin Gegeen Monastery
The Zayiin Gegeen Monastery was founded north of Tamir River near Bulgan Mountain by Begtesjav Sain Noyon Khaan, the second son of Tumenkhen Sain Noyon in 1631. With expansions in their activities throughout the years of 1679-1930, it became one of the biggest Khalkh monasteries.
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Mongolia planning charter flights to Turkey and India to bring Mongolians home
So far, 10,072 Mongolian citizens have submitted their request to return to their home country.
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Foreign Minister meets EU ambassadors
On May 4, Minister of Foreign Affairs D.Tsogtbaatar had a meeting with the European Union Ambassador to Mongolia, Mr. Traian Hristea, and Ambassadors of the European Union Member States.
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Educational training centers to reopen
At its meeting on May 4, the State Emergency Commission (SEC) decided to reopen training centers that offer short-term educational courses gradually, step by step.
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President Battulga sends message on World Press Freedom Day
 On the occasion of the World Press Freedom Day, President of Mongolia Khaltmaagiin Battulga sent a message to media workers.
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Mongolia reports one new COVID-19 case, totaling 41
Today, the National Center for Communicable Diseases has reported one new COVID-19 case.
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Reserves of Salkhit deposit likely to increase by 2-3 times
Speaker of the Parliament G.Zandanshatar visited and got acquainted with the operation of Salkhit silver and gold deposit located in the second bagh of Gurvansaikhan soum of Dundgovi aimag yesterday, on May 3.
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Confirmed COVID-19 cases reach 40, with 12 recoveries
In Mongolia, the number of COVID-19 confirmed cases has reached 40, reported D.Nyamkhuu, Director of National Center for Communicable Diseases, at today’s daily press briefing of the Ministry of Health.
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First COVID-19 patient in Mongolia returns home after recovery
A French citizen, who was recorded as the first Covid-19 patient of Mongolia, has fully recovered after 47-days of treatment and returned home on a charter flight from Ulaanbaatar to Frankfurt.
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Additional U.S. Government Assistance to Support Good Governance and Civil Society in Mongolia
The U.S. government today, May 1, announced the MNT8.3 billion ($3 million) expansion of the bilateral assistance agreement between the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and Mongolia’s Ministry of Finance to continue projects and implement new programs that support good governance and strengthen the role of civil society in achieving Mongolia’s development goals.  This brings the total USAID contribution to more than MNT 342 billion ($123 million) since 2004 to support Mongolia’s sovereignty and democracy.
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Ulaanbaatar city council elections to take place in 23 constituencies
On April 30, the Ulaanbaatar city council approved an election working group’s proposals on electoral constituencies and mandates for the capital city council elections scheduled for October, 2020.
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Ulaanbaatar residents vote for priority local development projects for 2021
The current model system to directly ask citizens what improvements should be made in their living environment was initiated by capital city officials in 2013. Last year, Ulaanbaatar city residents voted how to spend the MNT 27 billion budgeted for the capital city by from the total budget of MNT 188 billion for the nationwide Local Development Fund in 2020.
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Number of media outlets increases to 502
A new statistical report on the Mongolian media sector of the Press Institute has been published.
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Ulaanbaatar allows sports halls, non-classroom training to resume operations
On April 30, the Governor of the capital city and Mayor of Ulaanbaatar issued an order to open sports hallss, pools, and dance studios, were temporarily shut down until April 30 and allow training centers to resume their study related activities except those that take place in classrooms.
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273 Mongolians transiting through South Korea arrive home
A chartered flight from Seoul, South Korea, bringing a total of 273 citizens transiting from 7 countries through Seoul, landed at the Chinggis Khaan International Airport in Ulaanbaatar at 8.40 pm yesterday, April 30.
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Groundbreaking ceremony held for 50-bed children’s hospital
A groundbreaking ceremony of a 50-bed hospital of the Second State Central Hospital was held on April 30 with Minister of Health D.Sarangerel, Ambassador of China to Mongolia Chai Wenrui, Deputy Minister of Education, Culture, Science and Sports G.Ganbayar and other officials in attendance.
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Parliament approves resolution to ensure financial and economic stability during COVID-19
Yesterday, April 29, the plenary meeting of the Parliament approved a resolution on the measures to ensure financial and economic stability, prevent risks and make the digital transition in public services during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Copper dombo as tall as a seated person
A copper dombo (traditional teapot) previously used at the Delgeriin Choiriin Khiid Monastery in Darvi soum, Khovd aimag is currently being kept at the Museum of Khovd aimag. The dombo has a capacity of 16 liters and weighs 20 kg.
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Working Group Starts State Loss Compensation Process 11 hours
Mongolia Wins 2nd, 3rd, 4th Places at Axe International Festival 12 hours
Umnugobi: Forest Belt Becomes a Haven for Gobi Birds 12 hours
Public-Private Partnership to Develop 40-Hectare Land 12 hours
Mongolia and Indonesia to Closely Cooperate on High-Level Visits 15 hours
Over 200 Handicraft Works Showcased at the 'Mongolian Khudrug and Handicrafts Festival' 16 hours
World Women Entrepreneurs Forum 2025 Commences 16 hours
Hundred Mongolian Youth Participate in “Inspiring the Youth” Event 16 hours
Mongolia’s “The MongolZ” Team Wins Esports World Cup 2025 16 hours
Mongolia-Venezuela to Cooperate in Mining, Tourism, and Education 17 hours
Mongolia, Cambodia to Strengthen Bilateral Relations 17 hours
Thirteen Teams Compete in the 'ABU Robocon 2025 Ulaanbaatar' International Tournament 17 hours
This Week in Mongolia 18 hours
IV International Congress of the Mongolian Society of Dermatologists Opens in Ulaanbaatar 19 hours
Deputy Chair of Mongolia–Singapore Parliamentary Group Meets Senior Minister of State Sim Ann of Singapore 19 hours
Scholars Present Research on 80th Anniversary of Victory in the Liberation War 19 hours
PM Expresses Commitment to Strengthening Ties with Laos 4 days
Maral-Erdene Claims Fourth Victory at the Tour of Mongolia 2025 4 days
Tourism Sector Between Mongolia and South Korea Highlighted for Rapid Growth 4 days
Mongolia-Singapore Cooperation to Advance 4 days
FIBA U16 Asia Cup to Be Held in Mongolia 4 days
FEALAC: “Ulaanbaatar Declaration” Draft Finalized 4 days
US Funding Continues for “Child Protection from Human Trafficking” Project 4 days
E. Odzaya Wins Bronze at World U20 Championships 4 days
Mining Week 2025 to Be Held in September 5 days
Uniting Youth Through Cultural Diplomacy 5 days
Foreign Ministers of Mongolia and Laos Hold Official Talks 5 days
The 10th Foreign Ministers’ Meeting of FEALAC Underway 5 days
Efficient Use of Renewable Energy Resources Can Enable Regional Supply 5 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 6 days
Canadian Ambassador Presents Credentials Copy 6 days
PM: “SOEs Must Lead in Implementing the State Austerity Policy” 6 days
Mongolia and the Republic of Korea Expand Climate Change Cooperation 6 days
Foreign Minister of Laos Arrives in Mongolia 6 days
First All-Women Crew Flight Operated 6 days
Official COP17 Logo Approved 6 days
New E-Platform to Receive Reports on Environmental Violations 6 days
FEALAC and Mongolia 7 days
Household Monthly Income Rises by MNT 119,300 from 2024 7 days
Uchral Nyam-Osor: “Mongolia-Japan Economic Cooperation Partnership Needs Advancement” 7 days
Saruul Bulgan: “Women Entrepreneurs Plan Their Businesses More Optimistically Than Men” 7 days
Dryland Sustainable Landscapes Impact Program Underway 7 days
Mongolia Wins U12 Asian Open Tee Ball International Tournament 7 days
Shivee-Ovoo Mine to Increase Employee Performance Evaluation by up to 50 Percent 7 days
Mongolian Shooters Departed for the 16th Asian Shooting Championships 7 days
Success in Irrigated Agriculture: Results from a Field Experiment 7 days
Foreign Minister of the Lao People’s Democratic Republic to Pay an Official Visit to Mongolia 8 days
Over 30 Countries’ Top Horse Archers to Gather in Mongolia 8 days
"Ulaanbaatar Walking Festival 2025" to Be Held in Gorkhi-Terelj 8 days
U.S. Funding to Continue for Mongolia Water Compact Initiatives 8 days
Pastureland Photo Monitoring to Be Improved Through International Cooperation 8 days
This Week in Mongolia 8 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 11 days
Special Promotion: Tourists Can Enjoy Free Data Upon Arrival in Mongolia (Available until September 17, 2025) 11 days
Erdenes Tavan Tolgoi’s Monthly Coal Sales Reach 1.4 Million Tons 11 days
Prime Minister Zandanshatar: Employers Hiring Persons with Developmental Challenges Will Be Tangibly Rewarded 11 days
Puppet Artists Showcase Mongolia’s Traditional Heritage 11 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 12 days
Public Transport Sector Revenue Increases by 68.4 Percent 12 days
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“Bagakhangai-Khushig Valley” Branch Railroad Construction Ongoing 12 days
Mongolia to Establish Trained Rescue Units with Special-Purpose Equipment 12 days
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