Highlights
Cabinet Meeting brief
During its regular meeting on November 15, the Cabinet discussed following issues.
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About 500 permits of beacon use revoked
During the Cabinet’s regular meeting on November 15, Minister of Justice and Home Affairs Ts.Nyamdorj reported on the follow-up actions taken after the issuance of a Prime Ministerial ordinance on regulation of illicit use of beacons on government vehicles.
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Cabinet to improve coal transport management
During the Cabinet’s regular meeting on November 15, Minister of Mining and Heavy Industry D.Sumiyabazar reported on the current state of Oyu Tolgoi and Tavan Tolgoi mines, coal transport and the Tsagaan Khad Customs Stockyard.
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All households of UB to be connected to electricity
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/ On November 15, Prime Minister U. Khurelsukh worked at Thermal Power Plant-IV, stated-owned company.  The PM was introduced that the company has stocked up 185 thousand tons of coal and 64 tons of oil-fuel for winter preparations.
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J.Dagvasamba, J.Munkhbat named as National best reciter and panegyrist
The 7th National Competition of Panegyrists was held on November 11-12, co-organized by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Science and Sports, the Department of Arts and Culture of the captial city  and Mongolian Panegyrists Center.     
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Minister requests support for national geo-database program
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/ On November 14, Mining and Heavy Industry Minister D. Sumyabazar met representatives of the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD). At the meeting, Irina Kravchenko, Head of EBRD Office in Mongolia, introduced EBRD’s ongoing projects in Mongolia.
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Recipient of Chinggis Khaan Order named
Olympic Champion, judoka N.Tuvshinbayar has been named the 11th recipient of the Order of Chinggis Khaan. Z.Enkhbold, Chief of Staff of the President's Office, held a press conference on November 15 to announce a decree of President Kh.Battulga.
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‘Marco Polo Cup-2017’ golf tournament held in Rome
 At an initiative of the Mongolian Embassy to Italy, a Mongolia-Italy friendly golf tournament ‘Marco Polo Cup-2017’ was organized on November 9 in Rome, Italy. Eight golfers from Mongolia including B. Nemekhbaatar, the National golf champion, and B. Munkhjargal, winner of the national golf handicap, and about 60 golfers from ‘Diplomatic and International Golf Association’ and ‘Marco Simone’ golf club of Italy competed in the tournament.
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Mongolian-Japanese joint concert to be held
Mongolian and Japanese dancers will stage a modern dance concert named ‘Beyond Borders’ on November 18.
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Foreign Minister meets Turkish Ambassador
Minister of Foreign Affairs D.Tsogtbaatar met Ahmet Yazal, Ambassador of Turkey to Mongolia on November 14.
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Mongolian judokas to compete in Tokyo Grand Slam 2017
Sixteen Mongolian judokas will take part in the Tokyo Grand Slam 2017 to be held on December 2-3.
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Ch. Khurelbaatar: Economic growth predicted to be 4.2 percent next year
Ulaanbaatar/MONTSAME/ In regard with an approval of the State Budget 2018, Finance Minister Ch. Khurelbaatar made a briefing on November 14 at the State House. Beginning the report, he highlighted that the country’s economic growth is predicted to be 4.2 percent next year. 
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Parliament adopts 2018 State Budget Bill
During its irregular plenary meeting on November 14, the Parliament made the final hearing on the 2018 State Budget Bill and adopted with 92.3 percent vote.
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Mongolia to cooperate in disaster prevention with South Korea
A working group headed by Colonel G.Batbayar, Head of the Emergency Management Agency of Darkhan province paid a working visit under the theme “Structure of disaster management and ensuring its development” to Gyeonggi province, South Korea on November 9-11
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Feasibility study on oil refinery to be ready next year
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/ On November 14, Deputy Prime Minister U. Enkhtuvshin met Suresh Babu, Ambassador of the Republic of India. During the meeting, they shared views on establishing oil refinery and IT outsourcing center with soft loan from the Government of India, on launching a direct flight as well as preparations for Asian Ministerial Conference on Disaster Risk Reduction to be organized next year in Ulaanbaatar.
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Financial sector shows growth
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/ Financial Regulatory Commission released a Mongolia’s financial report for 3rd quarter of 2017. The report highlighted an increase in general indices of financial market excluding banks. For instance, securities market capitalization reached MNT2083.1 billion, with an increase of MNT 95.4 billion against the previous year.
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Head of Cabinet Secretariat meets WB and IFC representatives
On November 13, Head of Cabinet Secretariat G.Zandanshatar met World Bank Group’s Country Manager James Anderson and International Finance Corporation’s Resident Representative in Mongolia Tuyen D.Nguyen.
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Minister D.Sumiyabazar visits Gashuunsukhait border crossing
Minister of Mining and Heavy Industry D.Sumiyabazar pledged to take urgent measures in response to the logjam of coal trucks stretching over 100 km at the Gashuunsukhait border crossing in southern Mongolia.
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Peacekeepers awarded Medals for Peace
Medals for Peace have been awarded to the 5th Contingent of Mongolian Peacekeepers commanded by Lieutenant Colonel B.Chinzorig, who completed their mission in the Decisive Support operation in the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan.
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Transportation Minister pledges to support aircraft reassembling
Engineers and technicians of the Mongolian Airlines (MIAT) company, the national flag carrier, are reassembling TBC-2MC aircraft. On November 8, some MPs got au fait with a process at the hangar and service department of the MIAT.
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Enkhriilen Secures Mongolia's Second Silver Medal at Abu Dhabi Grand Slam 1 hour
Mongolian Judoka Ariunbold Wins Silver at Abu Dhabi Grand Slam 9 hours
Parliament Approves Five-Year Development Guidelines of Mongolia for 2026-2030 10 hours
Investment and Trade Agency Hosts Session to Boost Foreign Investment 11 hours
‘Mongolia-UK Infrastructure Forum’ Discusses Digital Construction 1 day
MONTSAME Set to Welcome Korean-language to its Editorial 1 day
Parliament Reviews Amendments to the Tobacco Control Law 1 day
President of Mongolia Khurelsukh Ukhnaa to Pay State Visit to Holy See 1 day
Ministry Urges Restrictions on Mass Celebrations, Sports, and Cultural Events 1 day
President of Mongolia Khurelsukh Ukhnaa to Pay State Visit to Italy 1 day
Mongolia Accelerates Digital Compliance Ahead of 2028 FATF Evaluation 1 day
Ulaanbaatar Targets 50 Percent Waste Recycling by 2040 1 day
Ulaanbaatar Metro Construction to Commence in 2026 1 day
Mongolia-Japan Public-Private Sectors Hold XII Consultative Meeting 2 days
Mayor Nyambaatar: ‘Construction of Tuul Highway to Begin in March 2026’ 2 days
Mongolia Wins Two Medals at Tokyo 2025 Deaflympics 2 days
Foreign Minister Battsetseg Meets Ambassador of Tajikistan to Strengthen Bilateral Ties 2 days
Australia Marks 101st Anniversary of Republic and First Constitution of Mongolia 2 days
Prime Minister Appoints New First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Food, Agriculture and Light Industry 2 days
'Khuvitai Khun' Brings Greek Non-Fiction Literature to Mongolian Readers 3 days
Munkhsukh Sukhbaatar to Lead Oyu Tolgoi as Chief Executive Officer 3 days
Open Day Held at Center for Sports Medicine and Research 3 days
Government Allocates MNT 1 Billion for Overtime Incentives of Medical Staff 3 days
Mongolia Joins Global Campaign to End Tech-Facilitated Gender-Based Violence 3 days
MIAT Representative in Seoul Awarded 'Honorary Citizen of Seoul' 3 days
Mongolian Citizenship Oath Ceremony Held for the 23rd Year 3 days
Mongolia Advances Regional Integration with Three CAREC Document Signing 4 days
Mongolia Observes Republic Proclamation and First Constitution Anniversary 4 days
Mongolia, China to Cooperate in Animal-Derived Raw Material Processing 4 days
Thermal Power Plant 5 Targets Cleaner Air, Reliable Energy for Ulaanbaatar 4 days
Parliament Considers Draft Resolution on Severe Weather Support 4 days
Ulaanbaatar Receives 2,200-4,400 Tons of Semi-Coke Fuel Daily 4 days
Mongolia Secures Two Freestyle Wrestling Bronzes at Tokyo 2025 Deaflympics 4 days
Regulation Amended to Allow One-Time Assistance to Be Granted to Civil Servants’ Heirs 4 days
National Discussion on Political Finance Integrity 4 days
Mongolia Elected to UNESCO World Heritage Committee for 2025-2029 5 days
Tehran Celebrates Mongolian National Pride Day 5 days
Unveiling the Marvel of Mongolia’s Bone Carving Heritage 5 days
Mongolian Director Wins NETPAC Award at Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival 5 days
State Lion Batmagnai Wins ‘Chinggis Khaan’ Cup 5 days
‘Script of the Eternal Sky 2025’ 14th Exhibition Opens 5 days
Young Talent Shines at the National Adult Chess Championships of Mongolia 5 days
Mongolia, Switzerland Sign Climate Agreement at COP 30 5 days
Mongolian Artist Crowned Winner of ‘Silk Way Star’ Song Competition 6 days
Deputy PM Led Working Group Reviews Operations of Tsagaannuur Free Zone 6 days
Mongolia Presents UNESCO Recognized Heritage 6 days
GDP per Worker Reaches MNT 6.2 Million 6 days
This Week in Mongolia 6 days
Mongolia, Russia Sign MoU to Deepen Financial Cooperation 6 days
PM Zandanshatar Orders Deployment of Additional Resident Doctors 6 days
Commemorative Stamp Honors Legacy of First Spiritual Leader Zanabazar 7 days
Mongolia Celebrates National Pride Day Honoring Chinggis Khaan 8 days
President Awards Order of Chinggis Khaan to Academician Narangerel 8 days
Chuluun Sampildondov: Museum Aims at Contributing to Reshaping Global Perspectives on Chinggis Khaan 9 days
Mongolian Olympic Committee Honors Sporting Excellence 9 days
Schedule Updated for Bus Route to Chinggis Khaan International Airport 9 days
Mongolia, South Korea Advance Bilateral Agenda 9 days
Mongolia and Indonesia Hold First Business Forum 9 days
Mongolia, South Korea Intergovernmental Committee Holds Session 9 days
Foreign Minister Highlights ‘Physical: Asia’ as Boost to Mongolia’s International Image 9 days
MPP Group Backs Uchral for Speaker of Parliament 9 days
Porcelain Exhibition Opens in Honor of Factory’s 70th Anniversary 10 days
Education Infrastructure: 12 Schools, 24 Kindergartens set for 2025 Launch 10 days
MPP Conference Holds First Session, Elects New Leadership 10 days
Mongolia’s Social Development Achievements Highlighted at Doha Summit 10 days
Mongolia Seeks Closer Infrastructure, Humanitarian Cooperation with SCO Member States 10 days
UN Adopts Mongolia’s Resolution on Rural Women 10 days
China Donates Clinical Training Facility to Pediatric Rehabilitation Center 10 days
Prime Minister Zandanshatar Meets Chinese Premier Li Qiang 10 days
Prime Minister Zandanshatar Meets Russian President Vladimir Putin 10 days
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