Highlights
Minister addresses 'Energy Mongolia - 2017' international conference
“I would like to assure investors and businesses on the stability of the current Government’s policy for the next 4 years”, remarked Minister of Energy P.Gankhuu as he delivered an opening speech at the annual ‘Energy Mongolia’ international conference & exhibition which is to take place on May 17-18 at the Corporate Hotel & Convention Center.
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IMF Executive Board to discuss Mongolia's request next Wednesday
The International Monetary Fund Executive Board is scheduled to discuss Mongolia's request to implement Extended Fund Facility (EFF) during its meeting on May 24. Minister of Finance B.Choijilsuren was interviewed on this matter and other issues concerning the EFF program. Has the meeting schedule of the IMF Executive Board been confirmed? Is there a guarantee that the meeting will not be delayed again? Deputy Governor of Bank of Mongolia and I attended the spring meeting of Asian Development Bank on May 08, during which we met with relevant IMF officials and confirmed the meeting schedule.
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Exports surge as coal price increases
Some positive changes occurred in Mongolian economy in connection with the 100-120 percent increase in coal price on the global market against the same period of last year, reports the Bank of Mongolia.
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MPRP nominates former Member of Parliament S.Ganbaatar
Following the rejection of its presidential nominee N.Enkhbayar by General Election Commission, Mongolian People’s Revolutionary Party (MPRP) held its conference yesterday, May 16, as a result of which the party has a new nominee for the upcoming Presidential Election.  
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Ts.Munkh-Orgil: Many pressing issues of bilateral ties resolved during PM's visit to China
Minister of Foreign Affairs Ts.Munkh-Orgil gave an interview to the media about Prime Minister J.Erdenebat’s visit to the People’s Republic of China. The Minister said “- The two countries agreed that the countries have full potential to develop bilateral relations as we have no political argument and no conflict on border issues, which share borderline of 4700 km". 
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Director of UNESCO Cluster Office in Jakarta attends Mongolian Innovation Week
Dr. Shahbaz Khan, Director of the UNESCO Cluster Office in Jakarta and Regional Bureau for Science in Asia and the Pacific, attended  the Mongolian Innovation Week - 2017 events during his visit to Mongolia between May 9 and 12. Within the framework of the annual Mongolian Innovation Week - 2017 organized by the Mongolian University of Science and Technology (MUST), the National Innovation Forum was held on May 10 and Dr. Shahbaz Khan gave a keynote speech on “Science, Engineering, Technology and Innovation for Sustainable development”.  Also, he delivered a presentation on “Role of Science, Technology and Innovation to deliver UN 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development” at an International conference on Innovation and Entrepreneurship Development on May 11.
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President working in Khovd aimag
President of Mongolia Ts.Elbegdorj was welcomed to Khovd aimag at the central square of the provincial center today, March 16 as he begins his working visit to the province.
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MPs attending International trade workshop in Singapore
Members of Parliament D.Tsogtbaatar and B.Undarmaa are attending International Trade Workshop for Parliament Members-2017, which is taking place on May 15-17 in Singapore. Rajaratnam School of International Studies and the World Trade Organization Secretariat (RSIS-WTO) are organizing the workshop, which is financed by Temasek Foundation of Singapore.
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Gobi bear gives birth to twin cubs in Gobi-Altai
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Energy sector strives to sustain its success to operate profitably
Energy sector, which had always been running on losses, has been working profitably since 2015 and strives to sustain its current success, putting a goal to be an energy exporter country.  Energy Regulatory Commission Chairman A.Tleikhan made this statement during a Consultative Meeting of Energy sector’ officials held today, May 16. In 2016, the energy sector received subsidy of MNT15 billion from the state budget, however, the sector paid MNT200 billion in tax, running operation with a pure profit of MNT11 billion.
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Anti-drug agreement to be signed between Mongolia and Hong Kong
Minister of Justice and Home Affairs S.Byambatsogt met with Rimsky Yuen, Secretary for Justice of Hong Kong during his working visit to the People's Republic of China. During the meeting, Mr. Rimsky Yuen expressed his pleasure for the extent of legal support between Mongolia and Hong Kong and noted his intention in activating more efficient cooperation.
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PM: Mongolia is an important corridor in Belt and Road initiative
“Mongolia prioritizes bolstering its friendly relationship and cooperation with China and Russia”, remarked Prime Minister J.Erdenebat during his speech at the Leaders’ Roundtable Summit at the Belt and Road Summit for International Cooperation which took place on May 14-15 in Chinese capital Beijing, gathering leaders of 28 nations.
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Inflation rate stands at 3.4 percent
The National Statistics Office presented yesterday, May 15, Mongolia’s social and economic indicators as of the end of the fourth month of 2017. The economic highlights were the 1.3 increase in inflation, MNT 285.5 billion of budget deficit, MNT 747 billion of non-performing loans.    Inflation went up by  4.8 percent in the first four months of this year, in specific, by 1.3 percent in April compared to the previous month and 3.4 percent against the same period of last year.
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Artists representing Mongolia in Venice Biennale 2017
Biennale Arte 2017, the 57th International Art Exhibition is open to public from May 13 November 26, 2017 in Venice, Italy, with over one thousand artists from 86 countries are participating.  Mongolian artists, including State Prize Laureate artist Sh.Chimeddorj, artist O.Enhktaivan, who is a winner of the Union of Mongolian Artists prize and other young artists, J.Bolortuvshin, G.Munkhbolor and Ts.Davaajargal are participating and unveiling their exhibition titled "Heaven Survivors” to the public. 
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Mongolia inks prisoner swap deal with Macau
During his visit to the People’s Republic of China, Minister of Justice and Home Affairs S.Byambatsogt inked agreements on providing legal support and on prisoner exchange agreement between Mongolia and Macau, Chinese special administrative region. Also, Mr. S.Byambatsogt met with officials from the legislative council of Hong Kong and negotiated on signing a legal support agreement on criminal cases.
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MPRP to nominate a different candidate
Following the rejection of its presidential nominee N.Enkhbayar by General Election Commission on May 14, Mongolian People’s Revolutionary Party (MPRP) holds a conference today, May 16 to select a new nominee for the upcoming Presidential Election.
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German group Minguet Quartett coming to Mongolia
German musical group Minguet Quartett is set to perform in Ulaanbaatar on May 19 at the State Philharmonic, by the invitation of Mongolian State Philharmonic and Goethe Institute Mongolia.
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Revised law on referendum submitted to Parliament Speaker
On May 15, Monday, Minister of Environment and Tourism D.Oyunkhorol submitted a draft revision to Law on Referendum which was approved by the Cabinet during its regular meeting on May 10 to Parliament Speaker M.Enkhbold.
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Road and transport sector to run open days
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Genetic study to be conducted on camels in Dundgobi aimag
A genetic study will be conducted on camels in the Oldokhiin tal area of Dundgobi aimag by researchers of the Institute of General and Experimental Biology of the Mongolian Academy of Sciences. Camels in Oldokhiin tal are said to have distinctive qualities, but no scientific research has been done to confirm the peculiarity and exclusive benefits of them. 
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UN Secretary-General Reaffirms Support for Cooperation between Mongolia and UN 31 minutes
The First National Shearing and Woolhandling Championships Hosted with Over 100 Participants 44 minutes
Gender Gap Ranking of Mongolia Advances 20 Places 1 hour
Mongolia Rated “Very High” in the United Nations E-Government Development Index 2 hours
Nandin-Erdene to Compete for ROAD FC Championship Belt 2 hours
“Gold-3” Campaign to Be Launched Nationwide 2 hours
Mongolia to Host 17th World Horseback Archery Championship 3 hours
“I Love Sushi” Exhibition to Promote Sushi Culture 4 hours
Mongolia Hosts the 3x3 World Cup: Men Play without Substitutes Today 20 hours
State Visit of President of the Republic of Uzbekistan to Mongolia Concludes 20 hours
Mongolia Forum 2025 Takes Place under the Theme "Northeast Asian Peaceful Development and Korean Unification" 21 hours
Presidents of Mongolia and the Republic of Uzbekistan Plant Commemorative Trees 23 hours
Trilateral Efforts to Continue Joint Conservation and Research of Rare Bird Species 23 hours
Electronic National Atlas of Mongolia Launched 1 day
State Secretary of the State Great Khural Meets Representatives of the Inter-Parliamentary Union 1 day
Prime Minister Tasks Ambassadors with Attracting Foreign Investment 1 day
Historic "Ikh Khuraldai" Tourism Complex Inaugurated 1 day
Sodnompiljee Enkhbayar Wins Seventh Gold Medal at the World Cup 1 day
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 2 days
Mongolia and Uzbekistan to Develop Cooperation in Tourism 2 days
Mongolian Team “Alpha Gaming” Wins the PUBG Mobile Super League – Central & South Asia Spring 2025 3 days
Health Minister Meets ADB Country Director to Discuss Projects and Programs in Health Sector 3 days
The First National Shearing and Woolhandling Championships Hosted with Over 100 Participants 3 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 6 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 7 days
Smart Greenhouse Complex to Be Established in Ulaanbaatar 7 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 8 days
Mongolian Darts Player Tergel Khurelkhuu Tops the World Rankings 8 days
Prime Minister of Mongolia Appoints Ministers 8 days
Prime Minister Presents Nominees for Members of the Government to President of Mongolia 9 days
Gankhaich Wins Bronze Medal at World Judo Championships 9 days
State Great Khural Members Meet IMF Staff Team 9 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 10 days
Mongolia to Cooperate with the United Kingdom in the Field of Mineral Resources 10 days
Open-Air Museum to Be Established on the Ruins of Old City of Kharakhorum 10 days
GMIT Celebrates Graduation of Eighth Cohort 10 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 11 days
Early Detection for Autism Spectrum Disorders to Be Improved 13 days
Mongolian and International MMA Fighters to Participate in the “Khangarid Cup” 13 days
Uilstuguldur Altankhuyag Appointed Chief of Staff of the Office of the President of Mongolia 13 days
Mongolia-People’s Republic of China Joint Border Commission Agrees on Infrastructure and Security Priorities 13 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 14 days
Center of Excellence for English Language Teaching Opens in Ulaanbaatar 14 days
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