Highlights
Herders to receive benefit amounted to MNT 22.4 billion
As of December, 2017, herders sold a total of 20111 kg wool to domestic manufactures and  86465 herders are eligible to receive monetary incentive amounted to MNT 22.4 billion.  
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International standard taxi service to be introduced in Ulaanbaatar
Ulaanbaatar city Governor's Council held its meeting on December 27 and discussed a project to introduce international standard taxi service in the city. 
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DBM loans targeted to support export
As of December 22, the Development Bank of Mongolia (DBM)  granted a total of MNT 2.45 trillion loanst in 2017 and 67 percent of it targeted to support export. The credits were granted to processing industry, farming, husbandry, construction, mining, and energy sectors.  
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500 herding households to benefit from FAO project
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) will render dzud assistance to 100 households in 5 soums with the highest dzud risks.
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President to reward Mongolists on Liberation Day
President Kh.Battulga will present awards to Mongolists on December 29, the 106th anniversary of Restoring the National Freedom and Independence of Mongolia.
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Mongolian Stock Exchange revises price limit for block trades
The lower price limit for block trade is set to be 15 per cent from the previous day close, removing the upper price limit, reported the Mongolian Stock Exchange.
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87,9 thousand children immunized for pneumonia
Out of children with clinical suspicion of pneumonia, 32-40 percent were diagnosed with advanced stage of the disease for the past three years. Over 60 percent of children treated at hospitals could be discharged to be treated at home. Specialists at Ministry of Health emphasized that these statistics indicate the importance of prevention measures.
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Weather forecast until January 01
Snowfall and snow storm are expected in most parts of western aimags and western parts of central aimags on December 28.
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Minister S.Chinzorig paid working visit to Japan
Minister of Labor and Social Protection S.Chinzorig paid working visit in Japan on December 20-22.
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National Independence Day to be celebrated on Friday
The 106th anniversary of Restoring the National Freedom and Independence of Mongolia will be marked on this Friday, December 29
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Workers oppose income tax increase
Mongolian Trade Union of Energy, Geology and Mining Workers (MTUEGMW) protests against increased tax rate on individual income that is set to be effective starting January.
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Financial stability council meets
The Financial Stability Council's regular meeting convened at the Conference Hall of the Financial Regulatory Commission (FRC) on December 25. The council is conprised of the FRC Chairman, the Governor of the Bank of Mongolia and the Finance Minister and the meeting is chaired in turns.
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Meat processing plant put into operation in Darkhan-Uul province
‘Darkhan Erdene’ a meat processing plant has been put into operation in Darkhan-Uul aimag on December 25. The plant has a capacity to slaughter 100 head of large cattle and 500 head of sheep and goats a day and also it has rooms for boniing, cooling and freezing deeply and a storehouse to reserve meat. 40 workers are employed at the plant. 
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National conference of retail traders takes place
A national conference of the retail traders ‘Ikh khuree-2017’ was held on December 25.
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Top 10 events in Mongolia in 2017
MONTSAME Agency names Mongolia's Top 10 highlights of 2017.   The Mongolian people elected former Member of Parliament Battulga Khaltmaa as Mongolia's 5th President in Mongolia’s first two-round election. On October 4, Parliament appointed former Deputy Prime Minister U.Khurelsukh as Mongolia’s 30th Prime Minister. The Mongolian Government and the IMF agreed on a three-year Extended Fund Facility (EFF) program with a total external financing package of USD 5.5 billion. The year 2017 has seen major developments in renewable energy with the inauguration of wind farms and solar power plants. Mongolia became the 51st country to send a satellite into space. Mongolian memory athletes of the National Intellectual Academy grabbed a total of 760 medals from 46 competitions and championships around the world in 2017.
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10 family health centers planned for 2018
Ulaanbaatar City Mayor and Governor of the capital S.Batbold has received  Minister of Health D. Sarangerel on December 25.
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Building new opera theater discussed
Member of the Parliament and Head of the Standing Committee on Social Policy, Education, Culture and Science Yo.Baatarbileg met South Korean Director Bae Gyeong Hwan on December 23.
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Mongolian audiences to watch world best documentaries
The Mongolian National Broadcaster (MNB) and the Why Foundation signed a cooperation agreement on December 22. The Why foundation initiates, produces and distributes public media projects to a global audience through distribution network of more than 75  broadcasters worldwide.
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National football team moves up 18 places in FIFA rankings
Headed by coach Michael Weiss, Mongolian national football team ranked at the 187th place, moving up 18 places in the FIFA World Rankings. 
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Gold buying price to be set at USD2 lower than London Metal Exchange rate
Beginning from January 1, 2018 the Bank of Mongolia (BoM) will set the gold buying price at the rate, reducing the latest gold price on London Metal Exchange (LME) by USD2, according to the Governor’s order of the Bank of Mongolia on December 4. 
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Ministry Urges Restrictions on Mass Celebrations, Sports, and Cultural Events 1 minute
President of Mongolia Khurelsukh Ukhnaa to Pay State Visit to Italy 2 minutes
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MIAT Representative in Seoul Awarded 'Honorary Citizen of Seoul' 1 day
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Regulation Amended to Allow One-Time Assistance to Be Granted to Civil Servants’ Heirs 3 days
National Discussion on Political Finance Integrity 3 days
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Unveiling the Marvel of Mongolia’s Bone Carving Heritage 4 days
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State Lion Batmagnai Wins ‘Chinggis Khaan’ Cup 4 days
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Young Talent Shines at the National Adult Chess Championships of Mongolia 4 days
Mongolia, Switzerland Sign Climate Agreement at COP 30 4 days
Mongolian Artist Crowned Winner of ‘Silk Way Star’ Song Competition 4 days
Deputy PM Led Working Group Reviews Operations of Tsagaannuur Free Zone 4 days
Mongolia Presents UNESCO Recognized Heritage 4 days
GDP per Worker Reaches MNT 6.2 Million 4 days
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PM Zandanshatar Orders Deployment of Additional Resident Doctors 4 days
Commemorative Stamp Honors Legacy of First Spiritual Leader Zanabazar 6 days
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President Awards Order of Chinggis Khaan to Academician Narangerel 7 days
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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
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Mongolia, South Korea Intergovernmental Committee Holds Session 8 days
Foreign Minister Highlights ‘Physical: Asia’ as Boost to Mongolia’s International Image 8 days
MPP Group Backs Uchral for Speaker of Parliament 8 days
Porcelain Exhibition Opens in Honor of Factory’s 70th Anniversary 8 days
Education Infrastructure: 12 Schools, 24 Kindergartens set for 2025 Launch 8 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 9 days
Prime Minister Zandanshatar Meets Russian President Vladimir Putin 9 days
Food Revolution Boosts Gazar Shim Capacity Twofold 9 days
Mongolian Team Fights for the Grand Prize in ‘Physical: Asia’ 9 days
Mongolia Seeks Closer Infrastructure, Humanitarian Cooperation with SCO Member States 9 days
Ministry of Environment, UN to Advance Public-Private Partnership 9 days
Wool, Cashmere Industry Export Potential: USD 1 Billion 10 days
First Two Bagh Schools Open at Uyench, Borshoo Borders 10 days
Global Human Security Expert Holds Lecture at National University of Mongolia 10 days
Mongolian Kettlebell Lifters Win 12 Medals at World Championship 10 days
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