Highlights
Director S.Sansar creates short film about circle of time
A Mongolian short film called “I am…”, directed by Sansar Sangidorj, is taking over the American audience. The film has been shot in the USA. It narrates about a circle of time and cycle of human life by a story of a boy riding a bicycle across playground, his neighborhood, then through busy streets and highways, and finally through blizzards as he grows old.
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Tengger Cavalry blows a new wind in the rock scene
Although the name Tengger Cavalry might not ring a bell to those who don’t have rock songs on their playlist, it must be definitely familiar to metal fans that are constantly on the lookout for new and good music.  The New York-based nomadic folk metal band Tengger Cavalry’s music surely has both qualities. The band has blessed the international rock music scene with a new genre and a new sound that is nomadic folk metal.  “International rock music mostly sounds western and not a lot of people are aware of Asian musical influence at all.  Now, people are starting to take an interest in Asian music”, shares Nature G, leader and founder of the group in an online interview with the Mongol Messenger.
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President makes suggestions on amendment of Constitution
President Ts.Elbegdorj reviewed a draft document to collect suggestions for amendment to the Constitution of Mongolia, and added several proposals for consideration.
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MoU signed between Mongolian and Venezuelan foreign ministries
On May 16, B.Battsetseg, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Mongolia and Felix Ramon, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela signed a Memorandum of Understanding that establishes a political consultation mechanism between the two Ministries.
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UB Bicycle Parade to call for building more lanes
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IM Power proposes to build power plant near major coal mine in Gobi
On May 18, Prime Minister J.Erdenebat received a delegation headed by Mr Gordon Dickie, Managing Director of IM Power, and Ms Catherine Arnold, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of UK to Mongolia. The guests presented their request to build power plant based on Shivee Ovoo coal deposit. The project would cost around USD 1.2 billion. The power plant can be a reliable energy supplier for southern and eastern region of Mongolia, say the delegates.
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President: Mongolians are the backbone of Mongolia’s development
“Presidential election is approaching, and candidates should think about what the President of Mongolia is capable of rather than what they will do if they are elected”, remarked President Ts.Elbegdorj as he met with the residents of Khovd city, center of Khovd aimag.
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Foreign Minister attends 73th session of ESCAP
The 73th Session of the Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP) of the United Nations is taking place in Bangkok, Thailand between May 15 and 19. Ts.Munkh-Orgil, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Mongolia is paying a working visit in Bangkok, Thailand to attend the session as a panelist. The session is being held under the theme “Regional cooperation for sustainable energy” with an attendance of 45 members of ESCAP and delegates of other UN agencies.
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Government obstacles to businesses to be eliminated legitimately
478 licenses out of 914, that are equired to be obtained by business entities were cancelled to support businesspeople through reducing barriers and red tape and the issue will be improved further by passing a law on Special license, said Minister of Justice and Home Affairs S.Byambatsogt. Today, the minister attended “Business breakfast” organized by Mongolian National Chamber of Commerce and Industry, sharing his views with businessmen on legal environment of businesses and pressing issues.
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Museums present their activities for International Museum Day
The annual International Museum Day is being held today, on May 18 under the theme “Museums and contested histories: Saying the unspeakable in Museums” in front of the 'National Museum of Mongolia' in Ulaanbaatar. Created by the XI assembly of the International Council of Museums in Moscow, 1977, the celebration took place for the first time in May 18, 1978 in over 150 countries around the world. Since then, the International Museum Day has become a tradition for the museums of every country to celebrate under certain theme on May 18. As for Mongolia, this day was celebrated for the first time in 2003 and is now facing 14th consecutive year, as of today.
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Mongolian heritage day held at World Bank Headquarters
Mongolian Embassy in USA in collaboration with the World Bank organized ‘Mongolian Heritage Day’ cultural event on May 16-17 at the WB Headquarters in Washington, D.C., US.  The event, dedicated to the 30th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Mongolia and USA, was attended by representatives from US State Department, US Department of Defense, World Bank, International Monetary Fund and Mongolians people residing in the US as well as foreigners who are interested in Mongolia.
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Barriers in public spaces to be removed
Fences, walls or any barriers that create obstacles to pavement, exit or entrance of public places and auto road will be removed to free public spaces. The works, which have been done to improve passing capacity of streets, pavements and roads, were reported to the Capital Governor’s Council yesterday and Ulaanbaatar Mayor S.Batbold assigned relevant officials to intensify the works.
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Several documents expected for signing at Mongolia-Kuwait meeting
During its regular meeting on May 17, Wednesday, the Cabinet approved the instructions for Mongolian delegates to partake in the first meeting of Mongolia-Kuwait Intergovernmental Commission which is to take place on May 23-24 in Kuwait city.
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Cabinet approves revised law on excise tax
During its regular meeting on May 17, Wednesday, the Cabinet discussed and approved a draft revision to Law on Excise Tax, proposed by Member of Parliament Kh.Nyambaatar.
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Large-scale projects to be implemented in coming years in collaboration with China
Mongolia and China established 21 cooperation agreements and memorandums during Prime Minister J.Erdenebat’s visit to the People's Republic of China. Significances of some of the documents were asked by a MONTSAME correspondent from relevant officials and business delegates.
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GEC announces candidates for June election
Today, May 17, General Election Commission, chief election body held a press conference at its building to announce the names of candidates for the upcoming Presidential Election of June 26.
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Renewable energy network to be established between Mongolia and Russia
Prime Minister of Mongolia J.Erdenebat received Oleg Mikhailovich Budargin, the Director General of Russian “Rosseti” LLC on May 16. On behalf of “Rosseti” LLC, Mr. Oleg Mikhailovich Budargin expressed the company’s intention in implementing renewable energy network establishing project. And PM J.Erdenebat agreed upon the request to deploy working group to establish 500W renewable energy network between Mongolia and Russia.
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Bogd Khan's Red Palace and its Contested History exhibition to take place
On the occasion of the International Museum Day, the “Bogd Khan Palace Museum” is planning to open an exhibition under the theme “The Bogd Khan’s Red Palace and its Contested History”. The opening ceremony will be held at the Bogd Khan Palace Museum, in the Ceremonial Square in front of the Peace and Happiness Gate on May 18, tomorrow. 
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Central region forum of mining sector takes place in Orkhon aimag
On May 15-16, a central region forum of mining industry held in Orkon aimag on the occasion of the 95th anniversary of the mining sector development in Mongolia. Representatives of miners and mining researchers and delegates of Darkah-Uul, Orkhon, Selenge, Khuvsgul, Bulgan, Tuv, Arkhangai and Uvurkhangai aimags and public and private organizations, including Ministry of Environment and Tourism, Ministry of Energy, General Department of Taxation and General Agency for Specialized Inspection were in attendance. 
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Emergency response team saves lives of 622 people this year
Since the beginning of this year, the National Emergency Management Agency of Mongolia (NEMA) has saved 622 people and protected properties cost around MNT 5.6 billion in total from natural disasters. In 2016, 1300 people and properties of MNT 24.5 billion were rescued in times of natural disaster as well. 
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Mongolia Hosts the 3x3 World Cup: Men Play without Substitutes Today 7 hours
State Visit of President of the Republic of Uzbekistan to Mongolia Concludes 7 hours
Mongolia Forum 2025 Takes Place under the Theme "Northeast Asian Peaceful Development and Korean Unification" 8 hours
Presidents of Mongolia and the Republic of Uzbekistan Plant Commemorative Trees 10 hours
Trilateral Efforts to Continue Joint Conservation and Research of Rare Bird Species 10 hours
Electronic National Atlas of Mongolia Launched 12 hours
State Secretary of the State Great Khural Meets Representatives of the Inter-Parliamentary Union 12 hours
Prime Minister Tasks Ambassadors with Attracting Foreign Investment 12 hours
Historic "Ikh Khuraldai" Tourism Complex Inaugurated 14 hours
Sodnompiljee Enkhbayar Wins Seventh Gold Medal at the World Cup 14 hours
Mongolia and the Republic of Uzbekistan Elevate the Relations to Comprehensive Partnership 1 day
President of Mongolia and President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Held Official Talks 1 day
President of Mongolia Welcomes President of the Republic of Uzbekistan 1 day
President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev Arrives in Mongolia for a State Visit 1 day
Mongolia-British Parliamentary Group Welcomes Members of Parliament of the United Kingdom 1 day
Ulaanbaatar Launches Integrated Tele-Monitoring Center 1 day
Promissory Notes in the Cashmere Sector: A New Financial Instrument for the Agricultural Industry 1 day
Uzbekistan - Mongolia: A New Stage of Multifaceted Cooperation 1 day
Mongolia and Uzbekistan to Develop Cooperation in Tourism 1 day
Mongolian Team “Alpha Gaming” Wins the PUBG Mobile Super League – Central & South Asia Spring 2025 2 days
Health Minister Meets ADB Country Director to Discuss Projects and Programs in Health Sector 2 days
The First National Shearing and Woolhandling Championships Hosted with Over 100 Participants 2 days
“MongolZ” Makes History: The First Asian Team to Win 2nd Place in World Counter-Strike Championship 3 days
2025 FIBA 3x3 World Cup to Be Held on Sukhbaatar Square 3 days
This Week in Mongolia 3 days
President of the Republic of Uzbekistan to Pay a State Visit to Mongolia 3 days
Parliamentary Resolution for Establishing Green Financing System Approved 5 days
Meeting Held with Representatives from OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights 6 days
His Majesty Emperor Naruhito and Her Majesty Queen Masako to Pay State Visit to Mongolia 6 days
Funds Raised from Bond to Be Allocated for Milk and Dairy Production 6 days
Smart Greenhouse Complex to Be Established in Ulaanbaatar 6 days
Thermal Power Stations Instructed to Work under Special Regime 7 days
Government Discusses Amendments to State Budget at Its First Session 7 days
Mongolian Writers to Take Part in Beijing International Book Fair 7 days
Mongolian Darts Player Tergel Khurelkhuu Tops the World Rankings 7 days
Prime Minister of Mongolia Appoints Ministers 8 days
Prime Minister Presents Nominees for Members of the Government to President of Mongolia 8 days
Gankhaich Wins Bronze Medal at World Judo Championships 8 days
State Great Khural Members Meet IMF Staff Team 8 days
Mongolian Boxers Win 16 Medals at the World Boxing Cup European Series 2025 9 days
Mongolia Promotes Its Culture at the Festival of Embassies in Prague 9 days
Mongolia to Cooperate with the United Kingdom in the Field of Mineral Resources 9 days
Open-Air Museum to Be Established on the Ruins of Old City of Kharakhorum 9 days
GMIT Celebrates Graduation of Eighth Cohort 9 days
“Mongol-B” Team Wins Gold Medal at the World Rapid and Blitz Team Championships 10 days
General Department of Taxation Awarded Silver Gender Equality Seal 10 days
Young People with Disabilities Launch Advocacy Campaign 10 days
This Week in Mongolia 10 days
Reconstruction of Kharkhorin City Begins 10 days
Early Detection for Autism Spectrum Disorders to Be Improved 12 days
Mongolian and International MMA Fighters to Participate in the “Khangarid Cup” 12 days
Uilstuguldur Altankhuyag Appointed Chief of Staff of the Office of the President of Mongolia 12 days
Mongolia-People’s Republic of China Joint Border Commission Agrees on Infrastructure and Security Priorities 12 days
“Chopiniana” and “Paquita” Ballets to be Staged at the Mongolian State Academic Theatre of Opera and Ballet 13 days
372 Athletes Will Receive Ranking Points for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games 13 days
“Morin Khuur” Play Named Best at Baikal Mascot International Theater Festival 13 days
34th Prime Minister Zandanshatar Gombojav Receives Government Seal of Mongolia 13 days
People's Artist E. Amartuvshin Named One of the World's Top Five Opera Singers 13 days
Gold, Mined by Artisanal and Small-Scale Miners of Mongolia to Be Supplied to International Jewelry Companies 13 days
Zandanshatar Gombojav Appointed as Prime Minister of Mongolia 13 days
Student Police to Provide Assistance and Information for Tourists in Ulaanbaatar 13 days
Center of Excellence for English Language Teaching Opens in Ulaanbaatar 13 days
FIDE World Rapid and Blitz Team Chess Championships 2025 Underway 13 days
Standing Committee on State Structure Approves Proposal to Appoint Zandanshatar Gombojav as Prime Minister 13 days
President of Mongolia Submits Proposal to Nominate Zandanshatar Gombojav as Prime Minister of Mongolia to Parliament 13 days
Construction Work on 41 Hectares of Selbe Sub-Center Project Open for the Private Sector 13 days
Asia Folk 2025 Festival to Be Held for the Seventh Year in Ulaanbaatar 13 days
Lawyer Robert Painter: “It’s a Joy to See the T-Bataar Back Home and Smiling Happier Than Ever” 13 days
“Khasyn Khuleguud” Team Advances to the Semifinals of the Basketball Champions League Asia 2025 14 days
Asia Reference Center for Election Observation to Be Established in Mongolia 14 days
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