Highlights
Ice climbers become Asian champions
Mongolian team grabbed two gold and one bronze medals at the series of UIAA Ice Climbing World Cup 2020, which took place at the same time with UIAA Ice Climbing Asian Championships Cheongsong 2020 in S.Korea on January 10-12.
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Mongolia-U.S.-Japan trilateral meeting held in Washington, D.C
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/. A trilateral meeting between Mongolia, the United States of America and Japan took place on January 10 in Washington, D.C, USA. 
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Reverse vending machine introduced
The Ecobin LLC brought reverse vending machines (RVM) into stores for proper waste recycling.
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Parliament approves one-time forgiveness of pension-secured loan debts
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/. At today’s session, Parliament backed a bill on one-time cancellation of pension-backed loan debts, which President Kh.Battulga announced in his New Year’s Eve broadcast. 
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Winter special events in Mongolia
There is big opportunity for tourists coming to Mongolia in summer time to watch Mongolian Naadam Festival while travelling through beautiful places in the country.
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Outcomes of EU-funded SWITCH-Asia project discussed
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/. Mongolian Ministry of Environment and Tourism has co-implemented projects with European Union’s SWITCH-Asia Programme and its unit for Sustainable Consumption and Production (SCP) with a view to achieve Sustainable Development Goal 12 - Responsible production and consumption in Mongolia. 
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New land valuations and tax payment system introduced
Land valuations, payment and tax system has been introduced into use.
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State Secretary D.Davaasuren meets senior officials of U.S. Department of State
On January 9, State Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs D.Davaasuren met with David R. Stilwell, Assistant Secretary, Bureau of East Asian and Pacific Affairs, United States Department of State.
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Election day proposed to be on June 24
The General Election Commission of Mongolia sent to the Parliament its proposal on scheduling the regular parliamentary election on June 24, 2020. 
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Once-in-decade nationwide population and housing census kicks off
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/. 2020 National population and housing census began today morning as census taking officers started gathering data in households throughout the country. 
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Foreign exchange reserve increases, reaching its highest level
Mongolia’s foreign trade profit has grown up and reached USD 1.5 billion in the first 11 months of 2019. 
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Mongolian basketball players ranked in the world's top 100
FIBA announced the updated world rankings of Basketball 3x3 players on yesterday, January 7.
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Airfares for four routes by MIAT lowered
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/. As reported It has been recently reported that Mongolian national flag carrier MIAT Mongolian airlines lowered its fares by 15-37 percent. 
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Hedge Fund to be set up to stabilize price of AI-92 gasoline
At its regular meeting held today, January 8, the Cabinet  made a decision to set up Hedge Fund in order to keep the price of AI-92 gasoline stable.  
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10.2 million livestock winter in transhumance
This year, 10.2 million livestock are wintering in transhumance which is doubled compared with the previous year, according to the Ministry of Food, Agriculture and Light Industry.
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Winners of 23rd ‘Foremost Traditional Script Writers of Mongolia-2019’ awarded
A ceremony to award winners of the annual national contest ‘Foremost Traditional Script Writers of Mongolia-2019’, organized by the MONTSAME Agency’s ‘Khumuun Bichig’ newspaper, was held today at the National Modern Art Gallery.
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Rangers conduct study on wildlife of the western region
Over 2,600 photos have been captured as a result of the study conducted with automated cameras by the Otgontenger State Special Protected Area. Over 40 automated cameras are regularly used in order to collect detailed information on the locations of wild animals and their numbers.
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Bill on repayment of pension-backed loan to be submitted
The Cabinet today decided to submit a Bill on a full and one-time repayment of all pension loans to the Parliament for a very urgent consideration.  
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School holidays extended by one week
At its meeting on January 6, the Cabinet decided to extend the school holidays by a week in Ulaanbaatar regarding the incidence rate of flu and flu-like illnesses.
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MIAT Mongolian Airlines reduces its fares
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/. Mongolian national flag carrier MIAT Mongolian airlines is now operating flights in one domestic and 12 international destinations with Boeing 767 and Boeing 737 jet airliners as of today. Mongolian air transport demand is heavily affected by the seasonality with air traffic is higher in summer and decreases by 2-3 times during winter season. 
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‘Mongolia-UK Infrastructure Forum’ Discusses Digital Construction 10 hours
MONTSAME Set to Welcome Korean-language to its Editorial 10 hours
Parliament Reviews Amendments to the Tobacco Control Law 10 hours
President of Mongolia Khurelsukh Ukhnaa to Pay State Visit to Holy See 11 hours
Ministry Urges Restrictions on Mass Celebrations, Sports, and Cultural Events 11 hours
President of Mongolia Khurelsukh Ukhnaa to Pay State Visit to Italy 11 hours
Mongolia Accelerates Digital Compliance Ahead of 2028 FATF Evaluation 11 hours
Ulaanbaatar Targets 50 Percent Waste Recycling by 2040 17 hours
Ulaanbaatar Metro Construction to Commence in 2026 18 hours
Mongolia-Japan Public-Private Sectors Hold XII Consultative Meeting 1 day
Mayor Nyambaatar: ‘Construction of Tuul Highway to Begin in March 2026’ 1 day
Mongolia Wins Two Medals at Tokyo 2025 Deaflympics 1 day
Foreign Minister Battsetseg Meets Ambassador of Tajikistan to Strengthen Bilateral Ties 1 day
Australia Marks 101st Anniversary of Republic and First Constitution of Mongolia 1 day
Prime Minister Appoints New First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Food, Agriculture and Light Industry 1 day
'Khuvitai Khun' Brings Greek Non-Fiction Literature to Mongolian Readers 1 day
Munkhsukh Sukhbaatar to Lead Oyu Tolgoi as Chief Executive Officer 1 day
Open Day Held at Center for Sports Medicine and Research 1 day
Government Allocates MNT 1 Billion for Overtime Incentives of Medical Staff 1 day
Mongolia Joins Global Campaign to End Tech-Facilitated Gender-Based Violence 1 day
MIAT Representative in Seoul Awarded 'Honorary Citizen of Seoul' 1 day
Mongolian Citizenship Oath Ceremony Held for the 23rd Year 3 days
Mongolia Advances Regional Integration with Three CAREC Document Signing 3 days
Mongolia Observes Republic Proclamation and First Constitution Anniversary 3 days
Mongolia, China to Cooperate in Animal-Derived Raw Material Processing 3 days
Thermal Power Plant 5 Targets Cleaner Air, Reliable Energy for Ulaanbaatar 3 days
Parliament Considers Draft Resolution on Severe Weather Support 3 days
Ulaanbaatar Receives 2,200-4,400 Tons of Semi-Coke Fuel Daily 3 days
Mongolia Secures Two Freestyle Wrestling Bronzes at Tokyo 2025 Deaflympics 3 days
Regulation Amended to Allow One-Time Assistance to Be Granted to Civil Servants’ Heirs 4 days
National Discussion on Political Finance Integrity 4 days
Mongolia Elected to UNESCO World Heritage Committee for 2025-2029 4 days
Tehran Celebrates Mongolian National Pride Day 4 days
Unveiling the Marvel of Mongolia’s Bone Carving Heritage 4 days
Mongolian Director Wins NETPAC Award at Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival 4 days
State Lion Batmagnai Wins ‘Chinggis Khaan’ Cup 4 days
‘Script of the Eternal Sky 2025’ 14th Exhibition Opens 5 days
Young Talent Shines at the National Adult Chess Championships of Mongolia 5 days
Mongolia, Switzerland Sign Climate Agreement at COP 30 5 days
Mongolian Artist Crowned Winner of ‘Silk Way Star’ Song Competition 5 days
Deputy PM Led Working Group Reviews Operations of Tsagaannuur Free Zone 5 days
Mongolia Presents UNESCO Recognized Heritage 5 days
GDP per Worker Reaches MNT 6.2 Million 5 days
This Week in Mongolia 5 days
Mongolia, Russia Sign MoU to Deepen Financial Cooperation 5 days
PM Zandanshatar Orders Deployment of Additional Resident Doctors 5 days
Commemorative Stamp Honors Legacy of First Spiritual Leader Zanabazar 6 days
Mongolia Celebrates National Pride Day Honoring Chinggis Khaan 7 days
President Awards Order of Chinggis Khaan to Academician Narangerel 8 days
Chuluun Sampildondov: Museum Aims at Contributing to Reshaping Global Perspectives on Chinggis Khaan 8 days
Mongolian Olympic Committee Honors Sporting Excellence 8 days
Schedule Updated for Bus Route to Chinggis Khaan International Airport 8 days
Mongolia, South Korea Advance Bilateral Agenda 8 days
Mongolia and Indonesia Hold First Business Forum 8 days
Mongolia, South Korea Intergovernmental Committee Holds Session 9 days
Foreign Minister Highlights ‘Physical: Asia’ as Boost to Mongolia’s International Image 9 days
MPP Group Backs Uchral for Speaker of Parliament 9 days
Porcelain Exhibition Opens in Honor of Factory’s 70th Anniversary 9 days
Education Infrastructure: 12 Schools, 24 Kindergartens set for 2025 Launch 9 days
MPP Conference Holds First Session, Elects New Leadership 9 days
Mongolia’s Social Development Achievements Highlighted at Doha Summit 9 days
Mongolia Seeks Closer Infrastructure, Humanitarian Cooperation with SCO Member States 9 days
UN Adopts Mongolia’s Resolution on Rural Women 9 days
China Donates Clinical Training Facility to Pediatric Rehabilitation Center 9 days
Prime Minister Zandanshatar Meets Chinese Premier Li Qiang 10 days
Prime Minister Zandanshatar Meets Russian President Vladimir Putin 10 days
Food Revolution Boosts Gazar Shim Capacity Twofold 10 days
Mongolian Team Fights for the Grand Prize in ‘Physical: Asia’ 10 days
Mongolia Seeks Closer Infrastructure, Humanitarian Cooperation with SCO Member States 10 days
Ministry of Environment, UN to Advance Public-Private Partnership 10 days
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