Highlights
“The Youth for English” program wraps up
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/. Under the auspices of the President of Mongolia, a campaign “English-speaking students” was carried out and the closing ceremony took place today, August 21, at the central square.
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Countries required to partner in prevention of pandemic
The 13th Biregional Meeting of National Influenza Centres and Influenza Surveillance in the Western Pacific and South-East Asia Region jointly organized by the Ministry of Health and the World Health Organization kicked off on August 21.
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‘Mongolia Today’ photo exhibition on display
The summary exhibition of photographers engaged in ‘Mongolia Today’ program co*organized by MONTSAME News Agency and the United Association of Mongolian Photographers opened on August 21 at the Fine Arts Zanabazar Museum.
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Workshop for art experts takes place
Renowned German art historians Prof. Dr. Raimund Stecker and Dr. Gregor Jansen arrived in Ulaanbaatar at the invitation of the Cultural Envoy of Mongolia, Oyuntuya Oyunjargal and the Arts and Media Project Management and Consulting NGO to conduct workshop for national professionals of art sector.
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State special protected area to be expanded with 1.3 mln hectares
At its regular meeting on August 21, the Cabinet backed a draft parliamentary resolution on taking some areas with untamed nature, natural unique formations, and with historical, cultural, scientific and ecological significance into the state special protection and altering the frontier lines, and decided to submit it to the Parliament.  
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State policy on tourism approved
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/. On August 21, State Policy on Tourism was approved by the cabinet. Corresponding ministers Environment and Tourism Minister N.Tserenbat, Finance Minister Ch.Khurelbaatar and National Development Agency Director B.Bayarsaikhan were assigned to allocate the required financing in the annual economic and social development directions, state budget and state investment programs as well as in the international organizations’ loan and assistances or fund with the help of public-private partnerships. 
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Khuvsgul Lake area to be developed as eco-tourism zone
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/. During its meeting held on August 21, the Cabinet approved a resolution to make an area around the Khuvsgul Lake an Eco-tourism region in order to safeguard the eco-system of the Lake and develop sustainable and environment-friendly tourism. The Khuvsgul Lake, containing almost 70 percent of Mongolia's fresh water, is one of the most popular tourism destinations of Mongolia and surrounded by beautiful landscapes.  
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Energy Minister meets ESCAP Executive Secretary
On August 20, Minister of Energy Ts.Davaasuren met with Under Secretary-General of the United Nations and Executive Secretary of the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and Pacific (ESCAP) Armida Alisjahbana.
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129.4 km paved road between Bayankhongor soum and Baidrag Bridge opens
 A new 129.4 kilometer paved road from Bayankhongor soum center to Baidrag Bridge in Bayankhongor aimag opened for vehicles. The road allows western aimags to be connected to the country’s horizontal auto roads.
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Tokyo-2020 Olympic torch travelled to Altai Tavan Bogd
Tokyo-2020 Olympic torch was carried to Altai Tavan Bogd Mountains, located in Ulaankhus and Tsengel soums of Bayan-Ulgii aimag, on August 16-17.   
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Environment Minister meets BFA Chairman
Delegates headed by Ban Ki-moon, Chairman of the Boao Forum for Asia and 8th Secretary-General of the United Nations were received by the Minister of Environment and Tourism N.Tserenbat on August 20.
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Erdenes Mongol introduced projects offering for investors
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/. At the Boao Forum for Asia Ulaanbaatar, P.Gankhuu, CEO of Erdenes Mongol LLC presented about company’s projects with high social and economic benefits as well as partnership business opportunities for local and foreign investors. Erdenes Mongol LLC is engaged in activities to exploit major strategic mineral deposits and to create value-added products of infrastructure, energy, transportation and logistics.
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Mongolia’s renewable energy potential to attract greater investment
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/. On the first day of the Boao Forum for Asia Ulaanbaatar, B.Byambasaikhan, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Business Council of Mongolia delivered a presentation on the business and investment opportunities in Mongolia. “
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High-level officials from Mongolia address Boao Forum for Asia Ulaanbaatar
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/. On August 20-21, Mongolia is hosting the Boao Forum for Asia in Ulaanbaatar for the first time. The participants of the conference agreed that cooperation of culture and education plays a significant role in the regional development. Discussing the wide ranges of issues concerning the economic growth of the Asian countries, the conference also touched upon investment environment and economic prospects of Mongolia and corresponding government ministries of Mongolia delivered presentations at the parallel sessions.  
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Turning problems of Ulaanbaatar city into business opportunities
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/. On August 20, to the guests of the Boao forum Mayor of Ulaanbaatar city S.Amarsaikhan introduced about projects open for execution in cooperation with the UB, the city developing as an economic, social, business and financial hub of Mongolia. Emphasizing that 46 percent of the total population of Mongolia is residing in Ulaanbaatar city, which accounts for 64.7 percent of the country’s GDP.
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Mongolian-Russian joint military drill launches
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/. Mongolian-Russian joint military tactical training “Selenge-2019” started at the training field of the 327th military unit of the military armed forces in Choibalsan city, Dornod aimag. The military exercise, involving more than 1500 military personnel of the two countries, will last until August 27 in Choibalsan city. 
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Prime Minister U.Khurelsukh meets BFA Chairman Ban Ki-moon
 Prime Minister U.Khurelsukh received delegates led by Ban Ki-moon, Chairman of Boao Forum for Asia and 8th Secretary-General of the United Nations on August 20.
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Two-day Boao Forum for Asia conference underway in Ulaanbaatar
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/. Mongolia is one of the initiators of the Boao Forum for Asia, an important platform for the discussion of development and economic issues of Asia. The conference, hosted by Mongolia, is continuing at the Shangri-La Hotel in Ulaanbaatar. Prime Minister of Mongolia U.Khurelsukh delivered opening remarks. 
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Foreign Minister meets Chairman of Boao Forum for Asia
Today, on August 20, Minister of Foreign Affairs D.Tsogtbaatar held a meeting with Chairman of the Boao Forum for Asia (BFA), 8th Secretary-General of the United Nations Ban Ki-moon who has arrived in Mongolia to take part in the Boao Forum for Asia Ulaanbaatar Conference.
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Mongolian peacekeepers conduct long-distant bicycling patrol
A squad consisting three men and two women troops of the Mongolian Armed Forces’ Eighth Moto-Shooting Battalion, who are now serving in the UN-mandated UNMISS operation in South Sudan, conducted their first-ever long-distant bicycling patrol in the route ‘Khubilai’, ‘Eco’, ‘Arvai’ and ‘Delta’ camps.   
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Chestnut Horse Trained by M. Tserenjav Wins National Naadam’s Ikh Nas Race 42 minutes
Over 800 Police Officers Deployed at Central Stadium During Naadam 1 hour
Jochen Krueger: "The horseback part of the Naadam opening ceremony was my favorite" 1 hour
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Attend Opening Ceremony of National Naadam Festival 23 hours
National Naadam Commences with Grand Opening Ceremony 24 hours
World Horse Day Celebrated for the First Time 1 day
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Visit Mongol–Japan Hospital 1 day
Their Majesties the Emperor and the Empress of Japan Visit Gandantegchenling Monastery 1 day
State Flag Day Observed with Military Parade 2 days
102 Wrestlers Holding National Titles to Compete in National Naadam Wrestling Tournament 2 days
Bay Horse Trained by B. Gantig Wins National Naadam’s Khyazaalan Race 2 days
Mongolia to Cooperate with The Asia Group to Improve Investment Climate 3 days
Ulaanbaatar Mayor Signs Memorandum of Understanding with UK Export Finance Agency to Boost Metro Project 3 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Visit General Education School in Ulaanbaatar 3 days
Prime Minister of Mongolia Holds Virtual Meeting with Local Governors 3 days
General Police Department: Facilities Ready to Assist Lost Children During Naadam Celebrations 3 days
His Majesty the Emperor of Japan Visits Mongol Koosen Technology College 3 days
Mongolia and France Sign Memorandum to Expand Civil Aviation Cooperation 3 days
Mongolia Economic Forum 2025: Government Commits to Investor-Friendly Policies and Economic Diversification 3 days
Feasibility Study for Ulaanbaatar Tram Project Approved 3 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Visit Memorial Complex for Japanese Nationals 4 days
Government to Gather Public Input on Certain Actions to Be Implemented Within 100 Days 4 days
Mongolia and China Agree to Expand Cooperation in Animal and Plant Quarantine 4 days
Over 7,000 Participants Showcase National Dress at 19th “Deeltei Mongol” Festival 4 days
President of Mongolia and First Lady Hold Official Meeting with Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan 4 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Officially Welcomed 4 days
Exhibition of Mongol Chest Features 19th–20th Century Traditional Mongolian Chests 4 days
Buryat State University Launches Center for Mongolian Language and Culture 4 days
His Majesty the Emperor of Japan Visits the Water Supply and Sewerage Authority 5 days
European Bank for Reconstruction and Development to Increase Investments 5 days
Two Mongolian Boxers Win Medals at World Cup 5 days
Mongolia Hosts Asia-Pacific Air Transport Facilitation Forum 5 days
His Majesty the Emperor of Japan Introduced to Gachuurt Water Source Project 5 days
Uchral Nyam-Osor: Economic Immunity Must Be Outcome of Long-Term Intelligent Policy 5 days
His Majesty Emperor Naruhito of Japan Visits Chinggis Khaan National Museum 5 days
Mongolia Transports Coal to China by Rail and Road until Cross-Border Railway Completion 5 days
MiningWeek & MinePro 2025: “Mining Momentum in Mongolia: Driving Progress and Responsibility” 5 days
This Week in Mongolia 5 days
His Majesty Emperor Naruhito and Her Majesty Empress Masako of Japan Arrive in Mongolia on a State Visit 6 days
Masterworks of Modern Mongolian Craftsmen Exhibited at the Chinggis Khaan National Museum 8 days
Launch Event of the SOAP II Project in Darkhan-Uul Aimag 8 days
NEMA Reports Rising Risk of Floods and Wildfires Across Mongolia 8 days
Mongolian Participants Depart for 57th International Chemistry Olympiad in United Arab Emirates 8 days
National Forum of Civil Servants Emphasizes Reforms for Effective Public Service 8 days
“Open Parliament: Expert” Senior Experience Sharing Program to Be Implemented 8 days
Mongolia to Cooperate with South Korea in Developing Specialized Social Protection Services 8 days
Mongolia’s “TOP-100” Businesses of 2024 Recognized 8 days
Mongolia Records 24 Moderate Earthquakes in First Half of 2025 8 days
Discussion Held on Improving Cooperation with Neighboring Countries in the Transport Sector 9 days
U. Tuya: Human Rights Education to Be Delivered at All Levels from Preschool to Higher Education 9 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" 9 days
Nine State-Owned Energy Companies in Western Region Consolidated into Four 9 days
Functional Overlaps of Government Organizations to Be Eliminated 9 days
Mongolian Women’s Basketball Team Achieves Historic Silver Medal 9 days
The Bank of Mongolia Purchases 5.9 Tons of Precious Metals in First Half of 2025 9 days
International Standards for Biodiversity Conservation to Be Localized in Mongolia 9 days
Japan-Mongolia Sasakawa Scholarship Program to Be Implemented for 12 Years 9 days
89th “Mongolian Athletes’ Day” Celebrated 10 days
“Chinggis Khaan” International Airport Became One of the World’s Ten Most Improved Airports 10 days
Mongolian National Team Playmaker Nandinkhusel Joins Florida’s “Panthers” 10 days
Women’s 3x3 Basketball Team Members Awarded Honored Athlete Titles 10 days
History and Heritage of Undur Gegeen Zanabazar in the Focus of International Scholars 10 days
Project to Improve E-Waste Management to be Implemented 10 days
Mongolia Hosts Executive Council Meeting of the Asia-Pacific Postal Union 10 days
Prime Minister of Mongolia Highlights its Commitment to Stable and Reliable External Environment 11 days
Scientific Conference Highlights Achievements in Safeguarding Mongol Biyelgee 11 days
OECD Upgrades Country Risk Classification of Mongolia 11 days
Mongolia Hosts High-Level Policy Dialogue in East Asia on AI-Enabled Higher Education 11 days
Mongolian Filmmakers Taking Steps toward Presenting Their Projects to International Producers 11 days
A Total of 12 Wildfires Extinguished Nationwide 12 days
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