Highlights
Defense minister meets Australian and Italian ambassadors
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/ On November 17, MP and Defense Minister N. Enkhbold met Ambassadors of Australia and Italy. At the meeting with Australian Ambassador John Langtry, the Defense Minister said, “Australia constantly has been involving its troops in annual multinational exercise ‘Khaan Quest’ since 2008. We believe it will keep on its participation.”
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Mutual exports of meat and sea products to commence
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/ D. Bilegdorj, Mongolia’s Ambassador to Vietnam called on Pham Binh Minh, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Affairs Minister on November 16 to discuss about Mongolia-Vietnam traditional relations and cooperation. At the meeting, the sides noted that bilateral political relations have been intensified and high-level visits have been constant.
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Mongolian judokas win 6 medals in Hague Grand Prix 2017
Mongolian Judokas N.Khadbaatar and Yo.Baskhuu grabbed gold medals in the Hague Grand Prix 2017 on November 17-19.
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Mongolia to appoint military attache in Turkey
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/ Defense Minister N.Enkhbold met Friday Ahmet Yazal, Ambassador of Turkey to Mongolia and they exchanged views on increasing possibility of educating officers and cadets of Mongolian armed forces in Turkish universities and appointing Mongolian military attache in Turkey.   
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Miss Mongolia Ts.Enkhjin named as Top 15 at World Miss 2017
Miss Mongolia Ts.Enkhjin was chosen as one of the Top 15 contestants, winning the People’s Choice Award at the 67th Miss World  finale held in Sanya. China on November 18.
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28th Congress of Mongolian People’s Party begins
The 28th Congress of the Mongolian People’s Party began on November 20 at the Central Cultural Palace.
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President: We should be reminded of Chinggis Khaan’s wisdom
In his speech on the National Pride Day, November 19, President of Mongolia Kh.Battulga underlined that a Government’s most important purpose is to protect its people. 
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Olympic champion N.Tuvshinbayar awarded Chinggis Khaan Order
On the occasion of the 855th birth anniversary of Great Chinggis Khaan and the National Pride Day, the First-Class State Prize Chinggis Khaan Order was conferred upon the first Olympic gold-medalist of Mongolia Tuvshinbayar Naidan on November 19 in the State Palace.
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Tributes paid to Chinggis Khaan and Great White Banners
November 19  or the auspicious first day of the first month of winter, according to the Lunar Calendar marked the 855th birth anniversary of Great Chinggis Khaan, the National Pride Day and. On this occasion, ceremony for raising the state flag took place at the central square, followed by ceremony for exalting the Great White Banners.
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Mongolian wrestlers to compete for USD 5000 in Vladikavkaz
Mongolia two freestyle wrestler will participate in the ALANS International tournament 2017 on November 18-19 in Vladikavkaz, Russia
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EU Ambassador: We were assured there will be stability and continuity
The first week of November was a European week in Mongolia with the annual visit of a group of Ambassadors and senior diplomats of the European Union to Ulaanbaatar and the entry into force of the Mongolia-EU Framework Agreement on Partnership and Cooperation on November 1 as well as the establishment of a Delegation (and Embassy)  of the European Union. On November 1, the EU Ambassador Mr Hans Dietmar Schweisgut led the EU group that included 18 non-resident Ambassadors of the EU Member States to Mongolia from Beijing as well as the seven resident Ambassadors. They addressed recent developments and existing issues in bilateral relations. The visit was timely, as Mongolia had undergone a major political change—the appointment of a new Cabinet.
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Kh.Enkhbold becomes World Champion in powerlifting
Mongolian powerlifter Kh.Enkhbold claimed gold medal in 105 kg weight category at the IPF World Open Bench Press Championship which is being held in Pilsen, the Czech Republic.
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Basic guideline approved to develop Ulaanbaatar in 2018
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/ At its 1st irregular meeting on November 16, Citizens’ Representatives’ Khural approved a basic guideline on developing socio-economy of the capital city in 2018. The basic guideline reflects over 400 policy actions in five chapters.
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UN Working Group to arrive Mongolia
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/ On November 16, Head of Cabinet Secretariat G. Zandanshatar met with United Nations Resident Coordinator Beate Trankmann. Beginning the meeting, G. Zandanshatar appreciated the UN for sending its working group to support Mongolia to resolve its some challenges in implementing ‘Sustainable Development Goals of Mongolia’.   
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2018 Monetary Policy Directions adopted
The Parliament discussed and adopted a resolution on the Main Directions for 2018 State Monetary Policy on November 16.
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Council on green building standards to be set up
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/ On November 16, the Ministry of Construction and Urban Development and Construction Development Center jointly organized a consultative meeting on establishing a council for green construction.  Mongolia approved ‘Green development concept’ in 2014 and ‘Sustainable development vision’ in 2016.
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Gold purchase of Mongol bank reaches 18.4 tons
As of November 15, Bank of Mongolia (BoM) bought 18.4 tons of gold. Monthly indicator showed that gold purchase is consistently increasing compared to the same period of 2016.
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Minister S.Chinzorig requests to expand scope of SDC projects
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/ Minister of Labor and Social Protection S.Chinzorig met Wednesday Ilaria Dali, Deputy Director for the Swiss Agency for Development Cooperation (SDC) in Mongolia.
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Deputy PM meets Japanese Ambassador
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/ On November 15, Deputy Prime Minister U. Enkhtuvshin met Masato Takaoka, Ambassador of Japan. Deputy PM thanked for Japanese decision to grant a financial support worth USD850 million in the framework of IMF’s EFF. “It will be valuable contribution to overcome present economic difficulties within short period,” he pointed out.  
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Cabinet Meeting brief
During its regular meeting on November 15, the Cabinet discussed following issues.
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President of Mongolia Khurelsukh Ukhnaa to Pay State Visit to India 6 hours
Over 14,000 Earthquakes Recorded in Mongolia in First Ten Months of 2025 7 hours
Mongolian Team to Compete in Upcoming Season of Netflix’s ‘Physical: 100’ 7 hours
“Uushgi” Brand Named Best Startup Project in Western Mongolia 8 hours
Chairman of Mongolian-Cuban Parliamentary Group Meets Cuban Ambassador 8 hours
Passenger and Freight Vehicle Imports Decline 9 hours
UWW Women in Wrestling Global Forum 2025 Held in Mongolia 10 hours
Erdenes Mongol Joins Kharkhorum City in Development and Tree Planting Effort 11 hours
Mongolian Film Projects to Participate in 2026 Berlinale European Film Market 11 hours
Emeelt Eco Industrial Park to Develop in Eastern and Western Zones 11 hours
‘The Wolves Always Come at Night’ Chronicles Mongolian Nomadic Life, Nominated for 2026 Academy Awards 11 hours
Mongolia’s Judiciary Gathers to Elect New General Council Members 14 hours
Khomyn Tal National Park Recognized as Mongolia’s 12th UNESCO Biosphere Reserve 14 hours
Emergency Management Agency Receives New Equipment to Enhance Disaster Response Capacity 14 hours
Procurement and Construction of Premium New Distribution Center 15 hours
‘Colors of Three Eras’ Special Exhibition Opens 1 day
Mongolia Highlights Social Development Priorities at UN General Assembly 1 day
30 Kilometers of Rainwater Drainage Pipelines to Be Installed in 2026 1 day
Advised to Manage Strategic Mineral Resources Prudently 1 day
Contract Signed for Housing Project of 1,800 Families in Khanyn Material 1 day
100.9 Kilometers of Roads Upgraded in Ulaanbaatar This Year 1 day
Prime Minister Orders Research on Possibilities of Increasing Teachers’ Salaries to MNT 3.5 Million 1 day
Ts. Batbaatar: ‘We Strive to Preserve and Develop Traditional Values of Photography’ 1 day
Parliamentary Committee Reviews Mongolia’s Response to Desertification and Water Security 1 day
Ulaanbaatar to Supply 170,000 Households with Semi-Coke Briquettes 1 day
Developing New Initiatives, Advancing Regional Cooperation 1 day
President Khurelsukh Presents State Orders and Medals to Mongolian Peacekeepers 2 days
Bogd Khaan’s Winter Palace Set for Restoration with Indian Support 2 days
Two Mongolian Directors Selected for Asia's 'Next Masters Support Program' 2 days
Gan-Orkhon Wins Gold at Asian Heyball Championship 2 days
Government Launches Online Drug Price Database to Curb Price Inflation 2 days
Mongolia, Singapore to Elevate Cooperation on Climate Action 2 days
World Bank: ‘East Asia and Pacific Regional Growth to Decline to 4.3 Percent’ 2 days
Experiencing ‘Beautiful Four Seasons’ Through Art 3 days
Mayor of Ulaanbaatar, District Governors Discuss 2026 Budget and Development Projects 3 days
Eight Hundred iPads Hand Over to 28 Secondary Schools 3 days
Mountaineer Zolbookhuu Summits Mount Manaslu 3 days
Governor of the Bank of Mongolia Named Among Top Central Bank Leaders 3 days
Emergency Commission Calls for Budget Approval for Severe Winter Preparation in Western Aimags 3 days
NTORC to Cooperate with University of ‘Tsukuba’ 3 days
Katsuhide Nagayama Awarded 'Outstanding Builder' Honor for Contributions to Mongolia’s Urban Development 3 days
Turnaround Track Installed as Construction Progresses on Ulaanbaatar’s First Urban Cable Car System 3 days
National Committee Agrees to Intensify COP17 Preparation 4 days
Mongolian Draughts Players Improve Performance at FMJD World Championship Women 4 days
Mongolia, Chile Hold Third Political Consultations 4 days
International Delegates Meet in Dalanzadgad Ahead of COP17 4 days
FC Barcelona to Establish Youth Academy in Mongolia 4 days
Young Mongolian Artists Win Bronze at International Circus Festival in China 4 days
Modern Storage Warehouses in Selenge to Add 2,800 Tons of Vegetable Storage Capacity 4 days
Over 550,000 Trees Planted in Green Zone of Kharkhorum City 4 days
Mongolia Projects Budget Surplus, Citing Strong Performance by "Erdenes Tavantolgoi" 4 days
Mongolia and UNCCD to Actively Cooperate in COP17 Organization 4 days
Industrial Output Declines 4 days
CHP Plant No. 5 to Generate 300 MW of Electricity 4 days
MNOC to Expand Cooperation with Special Olympics Committee 4 days
This Week in Mongolia 5 days
Ambassador Zoljargal Presents Credence to the President of Uruguay 5 days
690,000 Tourists Have Visited Since Beginning of 2025 5 days
Suldkhuu Wins Gold at Khadartsev Brothers Wrestling Cup 2025 5 days
Twelve Mongolian Athletes Selected for Olympic Solidarity Scholarship Program Ahead of LA 2028 5 days
Ceramic Sculptor Sukhburen Becomes UNESCO IAC International Artist Member 5 days
TDB Signs Agreement With Aktif Bank During SIBOS 2025 7 days
Political Consultative Meeting Between Mongolia and Uruguay Held in Montevideo 7 days
Ambassador to Mongolia Present Letter of Credence 7 days
Nationwide Campaign Launched to Care for Planted Trees During Autumn 7 days
Teachers’ Day Marked for the 31st Year Worldwide and the 59th Year in Mongolia 7 days
TDB Signs Framework Agreement with Oddo BHF at SIBOS 2025 8 days
To Introduce E-Audit and Strengthen Human Resources in Cooperation with TİKA 8 days
T. Jambaltseren: ‘International and National Standards Must Be Properly Enforced’ 8 days
Draft Budget 2026 Includes Funding for 579 Projects and Programs 8 days
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