Highlights
Mining income up by 41.2 percent
As reported by the Ministry of Mining and Heavy Industry, MNT 981 billion has been accumulated to the state budget from the mining sector in the first four months of 2019.
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Snow and blizzard expected
The National Agency of Meteorology and Environment Monitoring has issued a warning as the mountainous areas of Khangai and Khuvsgul and the banks of Orkhon - Selenge is expected to have snow and blizzard today on May 14.
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Winners of Erdem Hackathon-2019 selected
Within the ‘Mongolian Innovation Week-2019’, a contest ‘Erdem Hackathon 2019’ was co-organized last week by the Mongolian Academy of Sciences, the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sciences and Sports and ‘Startup Mongolia’ NGO.
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Biodiversity conservation project to be implemented in 13 soums
A Consultative Meeting of Ensuring Sustainability and Resilience of Green Landscapes in Mongolia Project, which is being co-implemented by United Nations Development Programme, the Ministries of Environment and Tourism and Food, Agriculture and Light Industry with funding of Global Environment Fund, was held in Altai city of Gobi-Altai aimag on May 14.
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Construction of sports facilities for the Children of Asia-2020 Games running at 50 percent
President Kh.Battulga today got acquainted with construction progress of the sports facilities for the Children of Asia-2020 International Sports Games.
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Constructional work of cement plant commences in Khovd aimag
On May 13, a constructional work of ‘Khovd Eco Cement’ cement plant commenced in Buyant soum of Khovd aimag.
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Exhibition of books in Mongolian script opened at UN Headquarters
On May 13, an exhibition featuring books in Mongolian script opened at the Headquarters of the United Nations (UN) in New York
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Mazaalai protection issues discussed
On May 13, an international conference on mazaalai or gobi bear conservation and public participation was held at the National University of Mongolia (NUM) with involvement of international scholars and representatives of NGOs engaged in bear research and conservation. 
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Indian leading companies introducing their products and services
India-Mongolia Oil and Gas Exhibition yesterday opened at Buyant Ukhaa Sport Palace. 
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Project by Mongolian artists highly appraised at Venice Biennale
An exhibition of Mongolian artists titled ‘A Temporality’ featuring different types of artworks and performances is stunning the audiences at the Venice Biennale.
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UN expert warns against setbacks in rule of law and shrinking space for civil society
 Mongolia must ensure that reforms to its legal framework promote rather than restrict the work of human rights defenders, the UN Special Rapporteur on the situation of human rights defenders, Michel Forst, said today.
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Wheat and potato need to be fully supplied from domestic market
This year, 478 thousand hectares of areas will be cultivated for crops, including 387 thousand hectares for grains of which 368 thousand hectares for wheat, 32 thousand hectares for fodder plants, 29 thousand hectares for oil plants, 13.8 thousand hectares for potatoes, 8.9 thousand hectares for vegetables and 7.3 thousand hectares for fruits and berries.
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Copyright organizations of four countries convening in Ulaanbaatar
With support of the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism of South Korea, the Intellectual Property Office of Mongolia (IPOM) and the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) are jointly organizing the quadripartite meeting of Mongolian, Russian, Chinese, and South Korean copyright organizations under the theme ‘Sub-regional Meeting on Copyright as an enabler for Economic Development and Cultural Prosperity’ in Ulaanbaatar. 
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Refined coal to be distributed in limited amounts
‘Let’s join forces against air and environmental pollution’ forum was held on May 10. Officials including Minister of Environment and Tourism, Governor of Ulaanbaatar city and General Secretary of National Committee on Environmental Pollution Reduction participated in the forum.
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Livestock survival at 96.8 percent
The Ministry of Food, Agriculture and Light Industry has reported that no less than 20 million offspring are expected to be delivered by the 29.7 million dams counted at the start of the year.
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‘Love’ solo exhibition by Anunaran on display
Solo exhibition by artist J.Anunaran titled ‘Love’ opened at the Khan gallery on May 9.
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Cluster of yak and camel wool factory to be developed
The working group of the EU-funded TRAM project for establishment of a cluster of yak and camel wool held its 2nd meeting today, May 10.
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‘Frontier Fintech Summit’ kicks off
‘Frontier Fintech Summit 2019’ first international conference co-organized by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Financial Regulatory Commission (FRC) and Mongolian Fintech Association  opened on May 10.
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Yolanda Fernandez Lommen: Current ADB Country Partnership Strategy for Mongolia is the largest allocation of ADB funding since we started operations in the country
We interviewed Country Director of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) for Mongolia Yolanda Fernandez Lommen on May 8, following the press tour to Selenge aimag.
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Open Editorial: A better alternative to interest rate caps
The Mongolian Parliament is currently discussing the introduction of interest rate caps on lending rates by financial institutions. An interest rate cap is a ceiling on lending rates with the purported aim of lowering the cost of borrowing and protecting borrowers from predatory lending practices. The appeal of such controls on lending rates is understandable. However, international experience suggests that interest rate caps often do more harm than good.
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Mongolia Hosts the 3x3 World Cup: Men Play without Substitutes Today 9 hours
State Visit of President of the Republic of Uzbekistan to Mongolia Concludes 10 hours
Mongolia Forum 2025 Takes Place under the Theme "Northeast Asian Peaceful Development and Korean Unification" 11 hours
Presidents of Mongolia and the Republic of Uzbekistan Plant Commemorative Trees 13 hours
Trilateral Efforts to Continue Joint Conservation and Research of Rare Bird Species 13 hours
Electronic National Atlas of Mongolia Launched 14 hours
State Secretary of the State Great Khural Meets Representatives of the Inter-Parliamentary Union 15 hours
Prime Minister Tasks Ambassadors with Attracting Foreign Investment 15 hours
Historic "Ikh Khuraldai" Tourism Complex Inaugurated 16 hours
Sodnompiljee Enkhbayar Wins Seventh Gold Medal at the World Cup 16 hours
Mongolia and the Republic of Uzbekistan Elevate the Relations to Comprehensive Partnership 1 day
President of Mongolia and President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Held Official Talks 1 day
President of Mongolia Welcomes President of the Republic of Uzbekistan 1 day
President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev Arrives in Mongolia for a State Visit 1 day
Mongolia-British Parliamentary Group Welcomes Members of Parliament of the United Kingdom 1 day
Ulaanbaatar Launches Integrated Tele-Monitoring Center 1 day
Promissory Notes in the Cashmere Sector: A New Financial Instrument for the Agricultural Industry 1 day
Uzbekistan - Mongolia: A New Stage of Multifaceted Cooperation 1 day
Mongolia and Uzbekistan to Develop Cooperation in Tourism 1 day
Mongolian Team “Alpha Gaming” Wins the PUBG Mobile Super League – Central & South Asia Spring 2025 2 days
Health Minister Meets ADB Country Director to Discuss Projects and Programs in Health Sector 2 days
The First National Shearing and Woolhandling Championships Hosted with Over 100 Participants 3 days
“MongolZ” Makes History: The First Asian Team to Win 2nd Place in World Counter-Strike Championship 3 days
2025 FIBA 3x3 World Cup to Be Held on Sukhbaatar Square 3 days
This Week in Mongolia 3 days
President of the Republic of Uzbekistan to Pay a State Visit to Mongolia 3 days
Parliamentary Resolution for Establishing Green Financing System Approved 5 days
Meeting Held with Representatives from OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights 6 days
His Majesty Emperor Naruhito and Her Majesty Queen Masako to Pay State Visit to Mongolia 6 days
Funds Raised from Bond to Be Allocated for Milk and Dairy Production 6 days
Smart Greenhouse Complex to Be Established in Ulaanbaatar 7 days
Thermal Power Stations Instructed to Work under Special Regime 7 days
Government Discusses Amendments to State Budget at Its First Session 7 days
Mongolian Writers to Take Part in Beijing International Book Fair 8 days
Mongolian Darts Player Tergel Khurelkhuu Tops the World Rankings 8 days
Prime Minister of Mongolia Appoints Ministers 8 days
Prime Minister Presents Nominees for Members of the Government to President of Mongolia 8 days
Gankhaich Wins Bronze Medal at World Judo Championships 9 days
State Great Khural Members Meet IMF Staff Team 9 days
Mongolian Boxers Win 16 Medals at the World Boxing Cup European Series 2025 9 days
Mongolia Promotes Its Culture at the Festival of Embassies in Prague 9 days
Mongolia to Cooperate with the United Kingdom in the Field of Mineral Resources 9 days
Open-Air Museum to Be Established on the Ruins of Old City of Kharakhorum 9 days
GMIT Celebrates Graduation of Eighth Cohort 9 days
“Mongol-B” Team Wins Gold Medal at the World Rapid and Blitz Team Championships 10 days
General Department of Taxation Awarded Silver Gender Equality Seal 10 days
Young People with Disabilities Launch Advocacy Campaign 10 days
This Week in Mongolia 10 days
Reconstruction of Kharkhorin City Begins 10 days
Early Detection for Autism Spectrum Disorders to Be Improved 12 days
Mongolian and International MMA Fighters to Participate in the “Khangarid Cup” 12 days
Uilstuguldur Altankhuyag Appointed Chief of Staff of the Office of the President of Mongolia 13 days
Mongolia-People’s Republic of China Joint Border Commission Agrees on Infrastructure and Security Priorities 13 days
“Chopiniana” and “Paquita” Ballets to be Staged at the Mongolian State Academic Theatre of Opera and Ballet 13 days
372 Athletes Will Receive Ranking Points for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games 13 days
“Morin Khuur” Play Named Best at Baikal Mascot International Theater Festival 13 days
34th Prime Minister Zandanshatar Gombojav Receives Government Seal of Mongolia 13 days
People's Artist E. Amartuvshin Named One of the World's Top Five Opera Singers 13 days
Gold, Mined by Artisanal and Small-Scale Miners of Mongolia to Be Supplied to International Jewelry Companies 13 days
Zandanshatar Gombojav Appointed as Prime Minister of Mongolia 13 days
Student Police to Provide Assistance and Information for Tourists in Ulaanbaatar 13 days
Center of Excellence for English Language Teaching Opens in Ulaanbaatar 13 days
FIDE World Rapid and Blitz Team Chess Championships 2025 Underway 13 days
Standing Committee on State Structure Approves Proposal to Appoint Zandanshatar Gombojav as Prime Minister 13 days
President of Mongolia Submits Proposal to Nominate Zandanshatar Gombojav as Prime Minister of Mongolia to Parliament 13 days
Construction Work on 41 Hectares of Selbe Sub-Center Project Open for the Private Sector 13 days
Asia Folk 2025 Festival to Be Held for the Seventh Year in Ulaanbaatar 14 days
Lawyer Robert Painter: “It’s a Joy to See the T-Bataar Back Home and Smiling Happier Than Ever” 14 days
“Khasyn Khuleguud” Team Advances to the Semifinals of the Basketball Champions League Asia 2025 14 days
Asia Reference Center for Election Observation to Be Established in Mongolia 14 days
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