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Naadam tickets on counter on July 8-9
Tickets to Naadam festival at the Stadium will be sold on July 8-9.
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Hague Tribunal dismissed complaint against Mongolian Government
The Government of Mongolia won in the arbitration dispute with three Chinese investors to Tumurtein Khuder Company. The investors appealed to the permanent court of Arbitration at the Hague in February 2010, concerning the Government agency’s decision on cancellation of Tumurtei khuder company’s license of Tumurtei iron ore mine. On June 30, the arbitral tribunal made decision to dismiss the claimants’ requests in full.
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Mongolia calls for Northeast Asian countries to hold security dialogue
Under the theme “25 years of CICA: For Asian Security and Development”, the second non-governmental forum of Conference on Interaction and Conference-Building Measures in Asia (CICA) took place in Beijing, China on June 28-29. The forum was attended by over 300 delegates including CICA member states, observer states (organizations) and relevant countries in the region and discussed issues such as security situations in Asia, how to achieve common, comprehensive, cooperative and sustainable security in Asia and jointly build the Belt and Road.
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Fire fighting units to be newly established in soums
Fire fighting units will be newly established in Bayan-Undur soum of Orkhon aimag, Khatgal village of Alag-Erdene soum of Khovsgol aimag, Zereg soum of Hovd aimag as well as a search and rescue unit in Erdenedalai soum, Dundgobi province. The Government made this decision considering the high risks of forest, steppe and indoor fires and number of the population, entities and companies of these soums. Fire fighting unit with 4th class has to have 47 employees, but the staff number of the new units has been set to be 39, taking into account the economic difficulties.
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Regulations on Establishing Senior's Fund approved
During the Cabinet's regular session on July 4, “Regulations on Establishing Seniors’ Fund” was approved. The Seniors’ Fund will provide additional pension, fuel and support on finding jobs, running businesses, finding accommodations, paying respect on national holidays such as Lunar New Year, building and repairing houses, granting monetary aid for treatment and medicines, organizing cultural and sports event for both retired and working elders.
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Nighttime electricity tariff discount involves rural households
“Regulations on Granting Electricity Tariff Discounts to Ger District Households” was revised during the Parliament’s plenary session on July 4.   Accordingly, nighttime electricity cost of ger districts has reduced by 100 percent, while the center of each Aimag and soum with over 10 thousand population will receive 50 percent nighttime electricity discounts. By an estimate, around 140 thousand household will be involved in the discount.
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Foreign Minister Ts.Munkh-Orgil receives Ambassador of Canada Ed Jager
On July 4, Ts.Munkh-Orgil, Minister for Foreign Affairs of Mongolia received Ed Jager, Ambassador of Canada to Mongolia upon finishing his tenure in Mongolia.
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43 buses received on a loan from South Korea
During its meeting on July 4, Tuesday, the Cabinet authorized Finance Minister B.Choijilsuren to establish a loan agreement with the Republic of Korea.
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Naadam holidays to begin on July 10
During its meeting on July 4, Tuesday, the Cabinet decided to make July 10, Monday a public holiday.
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Citizens to own shares of Erdenet Mining Corporation
During its meeting on July 4, Tuesday, the Cabinet assigned corresponding Ministers and authorities to resolve the issue of taking the 49 percent of Erdenet Mining Corporation into government ownership.
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‘Child Benefits’ to reach every child
During its meeting on July 4, Tuesday, the Cabinet decided to grant ‘Child Benefits’ to every child, and compensate to those who didn’t receive the allowance.
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Zamiin-Uud Logistics Center to transit 6 million tons of freight transport annually
In order to observe the construction process of logistics center in Zamiin-Uud station, related officials led by Minister of Road and Transport Development D.Ganbat visited the construction site during their working visit in the region.
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Obstacles to Mongolia-Japan EPA implementation discussed
The 8th Mongolia-Japan Joint Consultation with the government and private sector was held on July 4, today, at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Mongolia. It has been one year since the the Economic Partnership Agreement between Mongolia and Japan was established and during the consultation, the parties discussed the agreement outcomes, pressing issues and obstacles in the implementation as well as possible solutions to resolve them.
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Official program of 2017 Naadam Festival
Complete list of activities of the National Naadam Holiday on the 2226th anniversary of Foundation of first Mongolian Statehood, 811th anniversary of the Great Mongol Empire and 96th anniversary of People’s Revolution of Mongolia.   July 7 Friday 9.00-19.00: Uriankhai archery, at archery field at the Central Stadium named after D.Sukhbaatar /central square hereafter/  
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Road and Transport Minister visits concrete sleeper factory in Khutul
A working group headed by D.Ganbat, Minister of Road and Transportation Development got acquainted with activities of Concrete Sleeper Factory of ‘Ulaanbaatar Railway Joint Stock Company’ in Khutul village of Selenge aimag. 
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Rossini's Cinderella journeys into Mongolia
Within the framework of the Government of Mongolia’s “Mongolia in the world” national program, almost over half a century old Italian famous folklore and opera “Cinderella” was played for the first in Mongolia at State Opera and Ballet Academic Theater on July 2.
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Introductory event for Development Road initiative held in Beijing
Within the framework of his visit to the People’s Republic of China, PM J.Erdenebat signed a memorandum of understanding on coordinating “Development Road” and “Belt and Road” initiatives between the Governments of Mongolia and China. In order to advance the coordination of development strategies of the two countries, the Embassy of Mongolia to China organized an introductory event for “Development Road” initiative in Beijing, China on June 28.
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Mongolia: death penalty confined to history as new Criminal Code comes into effect
Amnesty International welcomes the coming into force of the new Criminal Code and Code of Criminal Procedure in Mongolia as an historic milestone in the country’s journey towards full enjoyment and protection of human rights. The new Criminal Code, which abolishes the death penalty for all crimes, became effective on 1 July 2017 after it was adopted by the Mongolian Parliament on 3 December 2015.
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J.Erdenebat: “We succeeded to stop sharp rise in exchange rate and protected purchasing power”
On June 30, Prime Minister J.Erdenebat delivered a report to the parliament regular session on measures taken and their results within the framework of Extended Fund Facility (EFF) of the International Monetary Fund in response to questions by MP O.Enkhtuvshin.   "The Government started the EFF implementation on May 24, when the IMF Executive Board approved the financial arrangement for Mongolia. The program has three-year term and IMF has provided USD 38.6 million out of total USD434.3 million for support of payment balance" PM noted.
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World-leading engineers and developers to gather in Ulaanbaatar
An international meeting for advanced technology will be taking place at "Tuushin Hotel", Ulaanbaatar on July 6. During the meeting, advanced technologies from Australia, Spain, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia and Netherlands are expected to be presented.
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PM Expresses Commitment to Strengthening Ties with Laos 3 days
Maral-Erdene Claims Fourth Victory at the Tour of Mongolia 2025 3 days
Tourism Sector Between Mongolia and South Korea Highlighted for Rapid Growth 3 days
Mongolia-Singapore Cooperation to Advance 3 days
FIBA U16 Asia Cup to Be Held in Mongolia 3 days
FEALAC: “Ulaanbaatar Declaration” Draft Finalized 3 days
US Funding Continues for “Child Protection from Human Trafficking” Project 3 days
E. Odzaya Wins Bronze at World U20 Championships 4 days
Mining Week 2025 to Be Held in September 4 days
Uniting Youth Through Cultural Diplomacy 4 days
Foreign Ministers of Mongolia and Laos Hold Official Talks 4 days
The 10th Foreign Ministers’ Meeting of FEALAC Underway 4 days
Efficient Use of Renewable Energy Resources Can Enable Regional Supply 4 days
Mongolia Wins 18 Medals at International Robotics Competition 5 days
Management Positions Reduced by 54 in Government Agencies 5 days
“President Sports Complex” Named After Heads of State to Be Built 5 days
Canadian Ambassador Presents Credentials Copy 5 days
PM: “SOEs Must Lead in Implementing the State Austerity Policy” 5 days
Mongolia and the Republic of Korea Expand Climate Change Cooperation 5 days
Foreign Minister of Laos Arrives in Mongolia 5 days
First All-Women Crew Flight Operated 5 days
Official COP17 Logo Approved 5 days
New E-Platform to Receive Reports on Environmental Violations 6 days
FEALAC and Mongolia 6 days
Household Monthly Income Rises by MNT 119,300 from 2024 6 days
Uchral Nyam-Osor: “Mongolia-Japan Economic Cooperation Partnership Needs Advancement” 6 days
Saruul Bulgan: “Women Entrepreneurs Plan Their Businesses More Optimistically Than Men” 6 days
Dryland Sustainable Landscapes Impact Program Underway 6 days
Mongolia Wins U12 Asian Open Tee Ball International Tournament 6 days
Shivee-Ovoo Mine to Increase Employee Performance Evaluation by up to 50 Percent 6 days
Mongolian Shooters Departed for the 16th Asian Shooting Championships 6 days
Success in Irrigated Agriculture: Results from a Field Experiment 6 days
Foreign Minister of the Lao People’s Democratic Republic to Pay an Official Visit to Mongolia 7 days
Over 30 Countries’ Top Horse Archers to Gather in Mongolia 7 days
"Ulaanbaatar Walking Festival 2025" to Be Held in Gorkhi-Terelj 7 days
U.S. Funding to Continue for Mongolia Water Compact Initiatives 7 days
Pastureland Photo Monitoring to Be Improved Through International Cooperation 7 days
This Week in Mongolia 7 days
Number of Mongolian Students Studying under Hungarian Government Scholarships to Be Increased 10 days
ADB to Finance Construction of 108 Schools and 95 Kindergartens 10 days
Ministry of Foreign Affairs Receives UN Police Adviser and Commissioner Faisal Shahkar 10 days
Mongolian Ambassador Meets Chairman of Korea-Mongolia Parliamentary Group 10 days
Erdenet Mining Corporation SOE Representatives Receive Information on IPO Process 10 days
Umnugobi to Become the First Aimag to Issue Bonds of Up to MNT 500 Billion 10 days
Special Promotion: Tourists Can Enjoy Free Data Upon Arrival in Mongolia (Available until September 17, 2025) 10 days
Erdenes Tavan Tolgoi’s Monthly Coal Sales Reach 1.4 Million Tons 10 days
Prime Minister Zandanshatar: Employers Hiring Persons with Developmental Challenges Will Be Tangibly Rewarded 10 days
Puppet Artists Showcase Mongolia’s Traditional Heritage 10 days
Mongolia and the Republic of Korea to Develop the Spatial Information Sector 11 days
Shizuoka Prefecture’s Yaizu City Middle School Students Tour Mongolia 11 days
Tax Reform Proposal by Domestic Manufacturers to Be Reviewed 11 days
Public Transport Sector Revenue Increases by 68.4 Percent 11 days
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“Bagakhangai-Khushig Valley” Branch Railroad Construction Ongoing 11 days
Mongolia to Establish Trained Rescue Units with Special-Purpose Equipment 12 days
Cabinet Considers Loan Agreement Draft for National Cardiovascular Center Project 12 days
Prime Minister Zandanshatar Gombojav: Maternal and Child Health Will be a Top Priority 12 days
State Great Khural Endorses Credit Ratings to Improve Citizens’ Financial Planning 12 days
"Nomadic Spirit 2025" Program Raises Climate Change Awareness Through Art 12 days
Eight Mongolian Boxers Confirmed for the World Championships 12 days
Renovation of Pedestrian Walkways Includes Underground Cabling 12 days
432 Students Studied in Japan through “JDS” Human Resource Development Scholarship 12 days
Three Hundred Twenty-Eight Education Projects Implemented in 2025 12 days
UNICEF and UK to Establish “Growing Up Green” Early Childhood Development Center 12 days
State Great Khural Bans All Paid Prediction, Betting, and Online Gambling 13 days
Zandanshatar Gombojav: “Transparent Budget Discussions Will Reduce Corruption Index” 13 days
B. Javkhlan: “Mongolia is Leading in Gender Equality in the Region” 13 days
52-Year-Old Stamp Refreshed and Issued as “Sukhbaatar District 60 Years" 13 days
Total Foreign Trade Turnover Reaches USD 14.2 Billion 13 days
Urban Transformation: 3,157 Land Units Cleared Citywide 13 days
Ulaanbaatar City’s Winter Preparations Reach 63 Percent 14 days
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