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President Kh.Battulga congratulates Malaysian PM
On May 16, President of Mongolia, Khaltmaagiin Battulga sent a letter to Dr. Mahathir bin Mohamad to congratulate on the latter’s reappointment as the Prime Minister of Malaysia.
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Chadraabal opens his solo exhibition at Art Space 976
A solo exhibition ‘Myandag’ by artist A.Chadraabal opened at the 976 Art Gallery on May 17. The solo show will showcase new abstract pieces and works created during the last year.
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Workshop for film artists to introduce opportunities
The Government implementing agency Cultural and Arts Department to host a training and workshop for artists of cinema ‘Competitiveness of Mongolian cinema’ on May 24 at its conference hall.
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Ulaanbaatar to host FIBA 3X3 CHALLENGER 2018
On June 2-3, 2018 FIBA 3X3 Ulaanbaatar CHALLENGER 2018 will take place in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia.
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May 18 events
Following events are expected on May 18:
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World Bank expert to join the Mongolia Economic Forum
Christine Zhenwei Qiang, PhD, Practice Manager for the Global Investment and Competition Unit of the World Bank Group’s (WGB) Macroeconomics, Trade and Investment Global Practice, will attend the Mongolia Economic Forum (MEF) in Ulaanbaatar on May 21 and 22. During her visit, she will be presenting key findings of the WBG’s recent foreign investment policy analysis to a broad audience, including academia, businesses, government agencies and development partners in Mongolia.
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Revised version of ‘The Barber of Seville’ to be staged
The Barber of Seville by G.Rossini to be performed by artists of the State Academic Theatre of Opera and Ballet on May 19 and 20. It  has been described as the opera buffa (comic opera) of all ‘opere buffe’.
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Mongolbank purchases 988.8 kg gold in April
In connection to the Alt -2 program of the Bank of Mongolia (BoM), the bank’s gold purchase has increased. As of April 31, 2018, the Bank of Mongolia purchased 988.8 kgs of gold, reported on May 16.
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Mayor S.Batbold meets vice chairman of International Friendship Exchange Council Naohiko Ito
Today, on May 17, Mayor of the capital city and Governor of Ulaanbaatar S.Batbold has met with the Vice Chairman of International Friendship Exchange Council Mr.Naohiko Ito.
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Veteran diplomat T.Tumurkhuleg awarded with Legion of Honour of France
State Honored Cultural Figure, veteran diplomat, translator and Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Mongolia T.Tumurkhuleg was awarded with the National Order of the Legion of Honour of France.
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Cashmere producers highlight export possibilities
A launch of national consultation ‘Opportunity to Increase Cashmere Export’ took place today which is being held by the Ministry of Food, Agriculture and Light Industry, Mongolian Wool and Cashmere Association in cooperation with the World Bank Export Development Project for Mongolia.  
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Incoming S.Korean Ambassador presents credentials
On May 17, Jeong Jae Nam, Ambassador of the Republic of Korea to Mongolia, presented his Letter of Credence to Mongolian President Kh.Battulga.
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‘Mongolian National Ballet’ second competition to be held
Under the auspices of the Minister of Education, Culture, Science and Sports, the second ‘Mongolian national ballet’ competition will be held on May 27-29 in Ulaanbaatar. The competition is dedicated to discovering the best future ballet dancers of Mongolia, improving their talent, discovering new young dancers, improving the skills of professional dancers and introducing the innovations of Mongolian and world ballet to the artists.
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Innovative Partnership Support Program signed for SME Development in Mongolia
On May 17, Oyu Tolgoi LLC signed a memorandum of understanding with Deutsche Gesellschaft Für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ), the Gobi Oyu Development Support Fund (DSF), the Umnugovi Governor (UG), and International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group. 
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Mongolian athletes to compete in World Powerlifting Championships
On May 13-19, 2018, World Open, Sub-Junior, Junior & Master Classic Bench Press Championships is being held in Vantaa, Finland.
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Mongolia attends international forum on nuclear energy
Mongolian delegation attended the 10th Anniversary International forum ATOMEXPO 2018, which took place in Sochi, Russia on May 14-16.
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Parliament appoints Mongolia’s Ambassadors
During the plenary meeting of the Mongolian Parliament on May 17, MPs approved the appointment of Ambassadors of Mongolia to four foreign countries.
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Deputy Foreign Minister B.Battsetseg receives Ambassador of RoK
On May 16, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs B.Battsetseg received Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Korea to Mongolia Jeong Jae Nam in conjunction with presenting his credentials.
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Nomadic Empires of the Mongolian Steppes exhibition opens in National Museum of Korea
The opening ceremony of the special exhibition “Nomadic Empires of the Mongolian Steppes” organized by the National Museum of Korea, the Instutute of History and Archaeology of Mongolian Academy of Sciences, the National Museum of Mongolia and the Bogd Khaan Palace Museum was held on May 15, 2018 in National Museum of Korea.
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P.Gankhuu appointed Erdenes Mongol LLC CEO
The Board Meeting of ‘Erdenes Mongol’ LLC made a decision on May 16 to appoint former Energy Minister P.Gankhuu as CEO of ‘Erdenes Mongol’ LLC, dismissing Ts.Tumentsogt.
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Imports Increase by 1.1 Percent from Last Year 13 hours
Mongolia and WLGA Discuss Current State of Gas Fuel Sector in Mongolia 16 hours
Preparations Begin for Ulaanbaatar Flood Risk Reduction Project 16 hours
Feasibility Study Completed for Sludge Processing Plant Project 18 hours
102 km of Flood Protection Embankments and Four Reservoirs to Be Built in 22 Locations 18 hours
Mongolia to Strengthen Cooperation with the Kingdom of Bhutan Across All Sectors 18 hours
48th WorldSkills Competition 2026 to Be Held in Shanghai 18 hours
Mongolia-Bhutan Relations and Cooperation Expand 18 hours
Bhutan Expresses Request to Study Mongolia's E-Governance Experiences 1 day
Mongolia Presents Ongoing Measures to Support Landlocked Developing Countries at UN Conference 1 day
NEMA Urges Early Preparation for Winter 1 day
Mongolia and Italy Discuss Expanding Cooperation in Emergency Management 1 day
Government to Cut Number of State-Owned Companies by 22 1 day
Prime Minister Orders Protection of Bogd Khaan Palace Museum and Cultural Heritage 1 day
Mongolian Student Wins Bronze Medal at 37th International Olympiad in Informatics 1 day
Civil Servants' Performance Evaluations to Be Made Public 2 days
Mongolia to Study China’s Pension Reform Experience 2 days
Ebarimt System to Be Fully Digitalized 2 days
M. Khishigbayar Wins Two Bronze Medals at 24th World IPCA Individual Chess Championship 2025 3 days
B. Myanganbayar Inducted into NCAA Division III Hall of Fame 3 days
Mongolia to Explore Establishment of Joint Investment Fund with Oman 3 days
Prime Minister of Mongolia Resolves to Establish Economic Development Board as Permanent Body 3 days
Inspections Target Air Pollution Sources in Ulaanbaatar 3 days
Greenhouse Complex Project to Be Implemented in Shuvuun Fabrik 3 days
Current Assets of Top 5 Banks Rise by 27 Percent from Last Year 4 days
Mongolia to Cooperate with Oman in Sovereign Wealth Fund and Investment 4 days
Financing Model for Affordable Housing to Be Presented to Cabinet 4 days
Working Group Established to Intensify Implementation of Law on National Sovereign Wealth Fund 4 days
Mongolia Seeks Opportunities to Expand Teacher and Student Training in Australia 4 days
B. Enkhjargal Wins Gold at 2025 IPSC Action Air World Championship II 4 days
Mongolian Students to Participate in “Seeds for the Future 2025” International Program 4 days
450 Teachers Participate in Mentor Teacher Training 4 days
Dambadarjaa Subcenter Heating Plant to Be Commissioned in 2026 4 days
Darkhan Metallurgical Plant Reports Profit of MNT 36.7 Billion in First Half of 2025 5 days
Mongolia and Finland to Strengthen Cooperation within UN and Other International Organizations 5 days
Tulia Ackson: “IPU Will Support Mongolia’s Efforts to Enhance Gender Equality” 5 days
Khubilai Khaan’s Naval Fleet Exhibit Now on Display at Chinggis Khaan National Museum 5 days
This Week in Mongolia 5 days
Early 20th-Century Mongolian History and Culture Through the Lens of a French Photographer 5 days
New Central Wastewater Treatment Plant to Commence Operations in October 8 days
Development Trends for Next 50 Years and Future Policy Directions Discussed 8 days
Mongolia–Canada Comprehensive Partnership Expands with New Content 8 days
Mongolia’s Participation in OSCE’s Activities Appreciated 8 days
Mongolia and Kazakhstan to Expand Inter-Parliamentary Cooperation 8 days
Seventh World Mas-Wrestling Championships Commence 8 days
Travel Conditions for Mongolian Citizens Visiting South Korea to Be Reviewed 8 days
Mongolian Students Win Two Bronze Medals at International Geography Olympiad 8 days
Foreign Minister Expresses Mongolia’s Commitment to Advancing Beneficial Cooperation with Finland 8 days
Mongolia and Japan to Cooperate on Expanding Green Housing Finance 8 days
Mongolia Reaffirms Commitment to Democratic Governance and Inclusive Representation 8 days
President of Mongolia Pays a State Visit to the Republic of Tajikistan 8 days
Mongolia and Russia to Deepen Inter-Parliamentary Cooperation 8 days
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The latest issue of Mongolia Today Magazine is now available, July 2025 8 days
P. Baigalmaa: "Undur Gegeen Zanabazar's White Tara is not a Mere Sculpture, but a Living and Breathing Artistic Figure" 8 days
Second-Stage Tender for Ulaanbaatar Metro Project to Be Announced in August 8 days
People’s Artist E. Amartuvshin Ranked World’s Top Opera Baritone 9 days
Research Launched to Determine Habitat Range of Snow Leopard 9 days
Fifth Mongolia-China Expo to Be Held Late August in Hohhot 9 days
Fukushiro Nukaga: “New Chapter Opened in Interparliamentary Cooperation” 9 days
MIAT’s New “Irves” Aircraft Lands in Mongolia After 12,265 km Trip 9 days
Five Aimags Classified as High-Risk for Drought 10 days
Mongolia and the Republic of Türkiye to Expand Historical and Cultural Cooperation 10 days
Prime Minister of Mongolia Receives Prosecutor General of the Supreme People’s Procuracy of Vietnam 10 days
Over 180 Countries Participate in the Sixth World Conference of Speakers of Parliament 10 days
Prime Minister Reviews Progress at Kharkhorum Redevelopment Site 10 days
Mongolia Wins Bronze in 8th Asian Junior Taekwondo Poomsae Championships 10 days
39 Mongolian Students to Study in Germany Under “President's Scholar - 2100” Program 10 days
Lun Soum Agroforestry Project Experiments with Korean Vegetable Seedlings 10 days
SOAP II Project Makes Progress in Darkhan-Uul Province 10 days
Greenhouse Propagation Technology for Coniferous Trees Under Testing 10 days
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