Highlights
IMF Executive Board approves USD79.1 million disbursement
On December 15, 2017, the Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) completed the first and second reviews of Mongolia’s performance under the program supported by a three-year extended arrangement under the Extended Fund Facility (EFF). Completion of the review enables Mongolia to draw the equivalent of SDR 55.912 million (about USD 79.1 million), bringing total disbursements under the arrangement to SDR 83.868 million (about USD 118.6 million), reported the IMF.
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Mongolian judokas claimed four medals at Masters Saint Petersburg
Mongolian judokas captured two gold and two bronze medals on the first day of the Masters Saint Petersburg. The top-16 judoka in each weight category in the world are invited to the season-ending World Judo Masters.
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New laws expected to increase meat export
In conjunction with Laws on livestock health and on Livestock gene pool adopted by the Parliament, Member of Parliament G.Temuulen and Deputy Minister of Food, Agriculture and Light Industry J.Saule and other related officials made report on December 15.   
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International business forum held in Erdenet
The Ministry of Mining and Heavy Industry (MMHI) and Erdenet Mining Corporation (EMC) jointly organized an international business forum titled ‘Cooperation and investment opportunities’ on December 13-14 in Erdenet city, Orkhon aimag.
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President congratulates Environment Ministry on 30th anniversary
On December 15, President of Mongolia Kh.Battulga sent a message for the celebration of the 30th Anniversary of the Central Government Administration for Environment and now Ministry of Environment and Tourism.
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Bill submitted to exempt imported energy from duty
On December 14, Minister of Energy and MP Ts.Davaasuren submitted to the Parliament Speaker M.Enkhbold a Bill on Exemptions from Customs Duty and VAT, which was considered and supported by the Government.
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Agriculture Minister pays working visit to Russia
Minister of Food, Agriculture and Light Industry B.Batzorig paid a working visit to the Russian Federation on December 14-15.
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New Year’s Tree lights up central square
The New Year’s Tree on the central square was lit up on December 15, magnifying the festive atmosphere of the last month of 2017.
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Parliament backs appointment of Ambassador to South Korea
On December 15, Parliament discussed and approved the appointment of former head of General Intelligence Agency B.Khurts as Mongolia’ Ambassador to the Republic of Korea.
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‘Investor Nation’ JSC becomes public company
The market opening ceremony for ‘Investor Nation’ JSC was organized at the Mongolian Stock Exchange opening the MSE’s 5,620th trading session on December 15.
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Mongolian physicians to be trained in South Korea and Japan
Minister of Health D.Sarangerel received physicians to be sent for professional development training on December 15
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Innovation to be introduced in transportation sector
An event themed ‘Innovation in transportation’ was held on December 15, with aims to introduce new technology, equipment and vehicles in transportation sector, to develop creativity and to support new initiatives.
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Mongolian children won gold cups in mental competition
78 Mongolian children aged 5-14 of ‘Soroban’ center of ‘Toya’ Children Development Academy participated the 22nd UCMAS International Competition was held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on December 10-11.
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‘Chinggis Khaan’ Airport paid respect to its 1.2 millionth passengers
‘Chinggis Khaan’ International Airport has served 1.2 million passengers this year for the first time. In this regard, authorities of the airport paid respect to 103 passengers and the crew of OM-136 flight of ‘MIAT’ Mongolian Airlines, landed at 07.35am of December 15.
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Police Agency establishes division for crimes against children
A Division on Prevention of Crimes Against Children has been established at the National Policy Agency and Police Department of the capital city, pursuant to the Prime Minister’s instruction.
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Macedonian Foreign Minister meets Mongolian Ambassador
Mongolia’s Ambassador to the Republic of Macedonia D.Batsaikhan paid a courtesy call on Macedonian Minister of Foreign Affairs Nikola Dimitrov on December 14.
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Policy Council on information technology holds its meeting
A Policy Council on Information Technology (PCIT) held its meeting on December 15, discussing its draft regulations, directions of next year’s action, progress of projects and programs being implemented with foreign loans and assistance, and further objectives.
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Mongolia and ADB sign agreement to support vegetable farming
Government of Mongolia and Asian Development Bank established project agreement on Improving Livelihood by Supporting Vegetable Production to be implemented with non-refundable aid of USD3 million from Japan Fund for Poverty Reduction (JFPR).  
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Mongolian dancer claims fourth place in Asia's Got Talent 2
Digital dancer B.Shijirbat has claimed the fourth place in the second season of Asia’s Got Talent show, the grand final of which aired on December 14.
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National Chamber and Tourism Association to cooperate
M.Oyunchimeg, CEO of the Mongolian National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MNCCI)), and D.Gantumur, President of the Mongolian Tourism Association signed a memorandum of cooperation on December 14.
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Parliamentary Resolution for Establishing Green Financing System Approved 2 hours
Meeting Held with Representatives from OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights 6 hours
His Majesty Emperor Naruhito and Her Majesty Queen Masako to Pay State Visit to Mongolia 7 hours
Funds Raised from Bond to Be Allocated for Milk and Dairy Production 1 day
Smart Greenhouse Complex to Be Established in Ulaanbaatar 1 day
Thermal Power Stations Instructed to Work under Special Regime 1 day
Government Discusses Amendments to State Budget at Its First Session 1 day
Mongolian Writers to Take Part in Beijing International Book Fair 2 days
Mongolian Darts Player Tergel Khurelkhuu Tops the World Rankings 2 days
Prime Minister of Mongolia Appoints Ministers 2 days
Prime Minister Presents Nominees for Members of the Government to President of Mongolia 3 days
Gankhaich Wins Bronze Medal at World Judo Championships 3 days
State Great Khural Members Meet IMF Staff Team 3 days
Mongolian Boxers Win 16 Medals at the World Boxing Cup European Series 2025 3 days
Mongolia Promotes Its Culture at the Festival of Embassies in Prague 4 days
Mongolia to Cooperate with the United Kingdom in the Field of Mineral Resources 4 days
Open-Air Museum to Be Established on the Ruins of Old City of Kharakhorum 4 days
GMIT Celebrates Graduation of Eighth Cohort 4 days
“Mongol-B” Team Wins Gold Medal at the World Rapid and Blitz Team Championships 4 days
General Department of Taxation Awarded Silver Gender Equality Seal 4 days
Young People with Disabilities Launch Advocacy Campaign 4 days
This Week in Mongolia 4 days
Reconstruction of Kharkhorin City Begins 5 days
Early Detection for Autism Spectrum Disorders to Be Improved 7 days
Mongolian and International MMA Fighters to Participate in the “Khangarid Cup” 7 days
Uilstuguldur Altankhuyag Appointed Chief of Staff of the Office of the President of Mongolia 7 days
Mongolia-People’s Republic of China Joint Border Commission Agrees on Infrastructure and Security Priorities 7 days
“Chopiniana” and “Paquita” Ballets to be Staged at the Mongolian State Academic Theatre of Opera and Ballet 7 days
372 Athletes Will Receive Ranking Points for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games 7 days
“Morin Khuur” Play Named Best at Baikal Mascot International Theater Festival 7 days
34th Prime Minister Zandanshatar Gombojav Receives Government Seal of Mongolia 7 days
People's Artist E. Amartuvshin Named One of the World's Top Five Opera Singers 7 days
Gold, Mined by Artisanal and Small-Scale Miners of Mongolia to Be Supplied to International Jewelry Companies 7 days
Zandanshatar Gombojav Appointed as Prime Minister of Mongolia 7 days
Student Police to Provide Assistance and Information for Tourists in Ulaanbaatar 8 days
Center of Excellence for English Language Teaching Opens in Ulaanbaatar 8 days
FIDE World Rapid and Blitz Team Chess Championships 2025 Underway 8 days
Standing Committee on State Structure Approves Proposal to Appoint Zandanshatar Gombojav as Prime Minister 8 days
President of Mongolia Submits Proposal to Nominate Zandanshatar Gombojav as Prime Minister of Mongolia to Parliament 8 days
Construction Work on 41 Hectares of Selbe Sub-Center Project Open for the Private Sector 8 days
Asia Folk 2025 Festival to Be Held for the Seventh Year in Ulaanbaatar 8 days
Lawyer Robert Painter: “It’s a Joy to See the T-Bataar Back Home and Smiling Happier Than Ever” 8 days
“Khasyn Khuleguud” Team Advances to the Semifinals of the Basketball Champions League Asia 2025 8 days
Asia Reference Center for Election Observation to Be Established in Mongolia 8 days
Mongolia Participates in the 113th Session of the International Labor Conference in Geneva 8 days
Draft Law on Amendments to the Law on the State Great Khural Submitted 8 days
Playtime Festival to Welcome 100,000 Attendees 8 days
Mongolian Boxers Claim Twelve Medals at World Boxing Cup European Series 2025 8 days
Mongolia Celebrates Buddha Day Nationwide 9 days
Mongolian Basketball Team “Xac Broncos” Advances to Basketball Champions Asia Quarterfinals 10 days
Mongolian Judokas to Compete in the 2025 World Judo Championships Depart for Budapest 10 days
“Danshig Naadam - Khuree Tsam 2025” to Be Held on June 27-29 10 days
Ministry of Environment and Climate Change of Mongolia and the Global Land Initiative to Cooperate in Combating Desertification and Land Degradation 10 days
Silver Gerege Discovered on the Territory of Mongolia for the First Time 10 days
Buddha Day: A Day of Compassion, Empathy, and Loving Kindness 10 days
Honorary Reception Commemorating 75 Years of Mongolia-Poland Relations Held 10 days
Contract for the Construction of Gashuunsukhait-Gantsmod Cross-Border Railway Signed 10 days
Aviation Meteorological Center Introduces ISO 9001:2015 Quality-Management System 10 days
MPP Nominates Zandanshatar Gombojav for Prime Minister of Mongolia 11 days
Mongolian Youths to Study U.S. Political Systems Under MUNCEP-2025 11 days
Davaadalai Tumendalai: Solid Construction Waste Can Be Recycled and Put Into Economic Circulation as Gravel and Aggregate 11 days
“Students' Grove” Established at NUM Training and Research Center in Kharkhorin 11 days
Mongolian Chess Players to Compete in the FIDE World Rapid and Blitz Team Chess Championships 11 days
The "Mongolian Gallery" Exhibition Opens in Calgary City of Canada 11 days
The "Czech Villadom" Project to Provide Green Housing for 40 Households Launches 11 days
Legal Regulations Protecting Taxpayers’ Rights and Interests Enforced 11 days
Acting Foreign Minister of Mongolia Receives Non-Resident Ambassador of Oman to Mongolia 11 days
Third State Central Hospital Introduces Surgery for Deep-Seated Brain Tumors 11 days
This Week in Mongolia 11 days
Honorable Mr. Ban Ki-moon Donates MNT 180 Million in Support of the “Billions of Trees” National Movement 14 days
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