Highlights
Deutche Bahn company to support constructions of new railways
Mongolian delegation headed by Minister of Road and Transport Development D.Ganbat attends the International Transport Forum’s 2017 Summit on Governance of Transport from May 31 to June 02 in Leipzig, Germany. The delegates are learning from international experiences on transportation governance, paying particular attention to organizing subway project and development of policy on freight distribution.
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Mongolia to host business forum with Eurasian Economic Commission this October
Prime Minister of Mongolia J.Erdenebat met with Tigran Sureni Sargsyan, the Chairman of the board of the Eurasian Economic Commission. Mr. Tigran Sargsyan appreciated the PM for attending the 21st annual St. Petersburg International Economic Forum. He said that it will help develop cooperation between Mongolia and Eurasian Economic Commission.
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Parliament ratifies IDA financing program of USD 79 million
On June 2, the State Great Khural (parliament) adopted the bill on ratification of the General Program of Financing, signed by the Government of Mongolia, the World Bank and International Development Association (IDA).
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Cooperation documents signed between Mongolia and Russia
On 1 June, several documents on bilateral cooperation between Mongolia and the Russian Federation were signed within the framework of the St.Petersburg International Economic Forum, in which Prime Minister of Mongolia J.Erdenebat is participating.
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Goal set to maintain government debt within 60 percent of GDP
Report on the current state and perspective of the country’s economy, government budget and financial situation was uncovered during today’s parliament session. The information was presented by the Minister of Justice and Home Affairs S.Byambatsogt.
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Cross-border cooperation to be further developed with Buryatia
Prime Minister J.Erdenebat, who is attending the St.Petersburg International Economic Forum in Saint Petersburg, received acting Head and Chairman of Government of Republic of Buryatia of Russia A.S.Tsydenov on June 1. During the meeting, the parties talked about development of cross-border cooperation, trade and investment relations of the two countries and influencing factors to them. 
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PM J.Erdenebat taking part in St.Petersburg International Economic Forum
Prime Minister J.Erdenebat is taking part in the St.Petersburg International Economic Forum on 1-3 June in Sankt-Peterburg, Russia. At the opening meeting of the forum, UN General Secretary and Prime Ministers of Mongolia, Gabon and Serbia made speeches. 
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MONTSAME’s director attends information discussion at SPIEF 2017
The Saint Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF) 2017 commenced on Thursday. Director of MONTSAME Agency B.Ganchimeg took part in the discussion dubbed “False and True Information: Pressing issues of contemporary information world”, organized by TASS Agency of Russia.
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Famous Chinese explorer traveling through Mongolia
Sun Jian, famous traveler, photographer and blogger from China, who has over 10 million followers on social media, is visiting Mongolia from May 29 to June 2. Mr. Sun Jian has visited 105 countries and over 40 of them were supported by the government or state organizations. This time, “Munkh Khariltsaa” (Ethernal relations) NGO, “Juulchin” LLC and “Mongol Nomadic” resort have invited Mr. Sun Jian after discussing the trip for over a year. With an aim to give positive feedbacks to his followers and Chinese people, Mr. Sun Jian has been traveling around Ulaanbaatar and north side of the country, including Khar Khorin, Terkhiin Tsagaan Lake and Khuvsgul Lake.
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Parliament adopts 2018 directions for social and economic development
During its plenary session on May 31, Wednesday, Parliament adopted the document ‘2018 Main Directions for Social and Economic Development of Mongolia’.
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108 moms awarded with "Glorious Mother” order
The First and Second “Glory of Mother” Orders were bestowed upon 108 mothers today, June 1, the International Day for Protection of Children’s Right. The Orders were handed by the President of Mongolia, Mr Ts.Elbegdorj. According to the law, the mothers, who gave birth to and raised four or more children are awarded the order.   
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Mongolia's population is getting younger each year
The initiative to observe the first day of June as an International Day of protecting children's rights first came up as one of the results of the 1925 Assembly of the League of Nations, held in Geneva. Mongolia joined the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child in 1990 as its fifth member. The International Children's Day is observed every year since June 1 of 1952 in Mongolia. Children under age of 18 constituted 34.6 percent (one million 79 thousand 730 children) of the total population of Mongolia by the end of 2016, making it a very "young" nation. A total of 79,382 babies were born last year, according to the National Statistics Office.
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International Children's Day events
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/ The International Children's Day is being observed today nationwide as a public holiday. Following events are expected on the occassion:
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ADB begins new Mongolia partnership with USD 250 million to avert crisis in social services and banking sector
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) Board of Directors has endorsed a new Country Partnership Strategy (CPS) for Mongolia, which envisages total assistance of USD1.2 billion over the 2017-2020 period, and also approved two policy-based loans (PBLs) totaling USD250 million to start implementation of the new CPS. The loans will help maintain funding for social welfare programs for the poor and vulnerable people and stabilize and restructure the banking industry during the implementation of an extended fund facility of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) approved on 24 May.
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Construction of Mongolia's largest flyover starts in Ulaanbaatar
The construction of the largest flyover in Ulaanbaatar city launched today May 31, where a foundation stone laying ceremony of the construction was held. The project has 6 component parts. The main flyover between the Olympics Street and Ikh Mongol Uls Street, passing over Narnii zam (Sun road) and 406th railway crossing will be 470-meter long and 16.5-meter wide, with 4 lanes. Three sub-bridges will be constructed connecting the main flyover with Narnii Zam. The biggest sub-bridge and auto road to the south will be 637-meter long 7.5-meter wide with 2 lanes, while the other two will have a length of 170-meter and 270-meter and width of 7.5-meter and 8.5-meter with one lane each.  
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Russian Minister of Internal Affairs meets high-level officials of Mongolia
Russian Minister Vladimir Kolokotsov is paying a visit to Mongolia at the invitation of Minister of Justice and Home Affairs S.Byambatsogt. Within the framework of his visit, a cooperation agreement between the Mongolian Ministry of Justice and Home Affairs and Russian Ministry of Internal Affairs was renewed and signed today.
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Cooperation agreement with Russian Ministry of Internal Affairs renewed after 16 years
Today, May 31, a revised agreement for cooperation between the Ministry of Justice and Internal Affairs of Mongolia and Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia was signed by the Ministers, revising the agreement after 16 years.
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Open digital library on traditional games launched in Mongolian version
“Traditional games and sports constitute an inalienable part of the intangible cultural heritage of the world”, remarked Dr. Marielza Oliveira, Director and Representative at UNESCO Beijing Office during her opening speech at the launch ceremony of the Mongolian Edition of Open Digital Library on Traditional Games on May 31, Wednesday.
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Events to keep an eye on in June 2017
Following events are expected in Mongolia in June 2017.
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Minister for Education J.Batsuuri dismissed
During the plenary meeting of Parliament, convened today, May 31, Member of Parliament Yo.Baatarbileg presented the affiliated Standing committee’s conclusion on the issue of dismissing Minister of Education, Culture, Science and Sports J.Batsuuri. The latter is being condemned for unsatisfactory observance of responsibilities of administering the educational sector, and policy-making and law implementing duties.
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Mongolia, US Discuss Cooperation in Investment, Mining, Tourism, Space Exploration 3 hours
Ulaanbaatar, Bucheon Share Views on Traffic Congestion, Disaster Risks 3 hours
PM Reaffirms Transparency in Budget Approval 3 hours
Mongolia to Increase Coal Supply to China 4 hours
A. Baasansuren: 'Wool and Cashmere Art Creates Warm Ambience and Positive Energy at Home' 8 hours
Mongolia, Uzbekistan Explore Cooperation in Supporting Women 9 hours
Mongolian Women Entrepreneurs Awarded USD 1 Million in WEIDE Grant 9 hours
PM Meets Ulaanbaatar District and Khoroo Governors 9 hours
PM Zandanshatar Appreciates 30 Years of KOICA’s Cooperation 9 hours
Women Entrepreneurs to Solve Shared Challenges 10 hours
New Zealand House of Representatives Speaker to Visit Mongolia 10 hours
AR Technology: Mother Language and Oral Tradition 10 hours
Working Group Starts State Loss Compensation Process 1 day
Mongolia Wins 2nd, 3rd, 4th Places at Axe International Festival 1 day
Umnugobi: Forest Belt Becomes a Haven for Gobi Birds 1 day
Public-Private Partnership to Develop 40-Hectare Land 1 day
Mongolia and Indonesia to Closely Cooperate on High-Level Visits 1 day
Over 200 Handicraft Works Showcased at the 'Mongolian Khudrug and Handicrafts Festival' 1 day
World Women Entrepreneurs Forum 2025 Commences 1 day
Hundred Mongolian Youth Participate in “Inspiring the Youth” Event 1 day
Mongolia’s “The MongolZ” Team Wins Esports World Cup 2025 1 day
Mongolia-Venezuela to Cooperate in Mining, Tourism, and Education 1 day
Mongolia, Cambodia to Strengthen Bilateral Relations 1 day
Thirteen Teams Compete in the 'ABU Robocon 2025 Ulaanbaatar' International Tournament 1 day
This Week in Mongolia 1 day
IV International Congress of the Mongolian Society of Dermatologists Opens in Ulaanbaatar 1 day
Deputy Chair of Mongolia–Singapore Parliamentary Group Meets Senior Minister of State Sim Ann of Singapore 1 day
Scholars Present Research on 80th Anniversary of Victory in the Liberation War 1 day
PM Expresses Commitment to Strengthening Ties with Laos 4 days
Maral-Erdene Claims Fourth Victory at the Tour of Mongolia 2025 4 days
Tourism Sector Between Mongolia and South Korea Highlighted for Rapid Growth 4 days
Mongolia-Singapore Cooperation to Advance 4 days
FIBA U16 Asia Cup to Be Held in Mongolia 4 days
FEALAC: “Ulaanbaatar Declaration” Draft Finalized 4 days
US Funding Continues for “Child Protection from Human Trafficking” Project 4 days
E. Odzaya Wins Bronze at World U20 Championships 5 days
Mining Week 2025 to Be Held in September 5 days
Uniting Youth Through Cultural Diplomacy 5 days
Foreign Ministers of Mongolia and Laos Hold Official Talks 5 days
The 10th Foreign Ministers’ Meeting of FEALAC Underway 5 days
Efficient Use of Renewable Energy Resources Can Enable Regional Supply 5 days
Mongolia Wins 18 Medals at International Robotics Competition 6 days
Management Positions Reduced by 54 in Government Agencies 6 days
“President Sports Complex” Named After Heads of State to Be Built 6 days
Canadian Ambassador Presents Credentials Copy 6 days
PM: “SOEs Must Lead in Implementing the State Austerity Policy” 6 days
Mongolia and the Republic of Korea Expand Climate Change Cooperation 6 days
Foreign Minister of Laos Arrives in Mongolia 6 days
First All-Women Crew Flight Operated 6 days
Official COP17 Logo Approved 6 days
New E-Platform to Receive Reports on Environmental Violations 7 days
FEALAC and Mongolia 7 days
Household Monthly Income Rises by MNT 119,300 from 2024 7 days
Uchral Nyam-Osor: “Mongolia-Japan Economic Cooperation Partnership Needs Advancement” 7 days
Saruul Bulgan: “Women Entrepreneurs Plan Their Businesses More Optimistically Than Men” 7 days
Dryland Sustainable Landscapes Impact Program Underway 7 days
Mongolia Wins U12 Asian Open Tee Ball International Tournament 7 days
Shivee-Ovoo Mine to Increase Employee Performance Evaluation by up to 50 Percent 7 days
Mongolian Shooters Departed for the 16th Asian Shooting Championships 7 days
Success in Irrigated Agriculture: Results from a Field Experiment 7 days
Foreign Minister of the Lao People’s Democratic Republic to Pay an Official Visit to Mongolia 8 days
Over 30 Countries’ Top Horse Archers to Gather in Mongolia 8 days
"Ulaanbaatar Walking Festival 2025" to Be Held in Gorkhi-Terelj 8 days
U.S. Funding to Continue for Mongolia Water Compact Initiatives 8 days
Pastureland Photo Monitoring to Be Improved Through International Cooperation 8 days
This Week in Mongolia 8 days
Number of Mongolian Students Studying under Hungarian Government Scholarships to Be Increased 11 days
ADB to Finance Construction of 108 Schools and 95 Kindergartens 11 days
Ministry of Foreign Affairs Receives UN Police Adviser and Commissioner Faisal Shahkar 11 days
Mongolian Ambassador Meets Chairman of Korea-Mongolia Parliamentary Group 11 days
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