Highlights
Preliminary results reveal Kh.Battulga as DP’s presidential candidate
Following their registration of 6 presumptive nominees for the upcoming Presidential Election, Democratic Party held an all-member, nationwide poll on May 3, Wednesday, the preliminary result of which was disclosed last night that Battulga Khaltmaa was elected as the party’s presidential candidate.
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Ruling party’s chairman to run for presidency
In connection to the upcoming Presidential Election and the ongoing nomination of candidates, Mongolian People’s Party held its 8th convention at its headquarters, Independence Palace today, May 3.
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Rare archaeological finds are on display
A unique exhibition named ‘Rock Tomb Custom’ opened today, May 3 at the National Museum, unveiling over 90 archaeological findings unearthed from two different rock tombs discovered in Khovd aimag.
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Foreign Minister Ts.Munkh-Orgil visits EU
On May 2, Ts.Munkh-Orgil, Minister for Foreign Affairs of Mongolia  paid an official visit to the European Union. Within the framework of the visit, the Foreign Minister met with Federica Mogherini, High Representative of the Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy and Vice-President of the Commission and paid a courtesy call on Jean-Claude Juncker, President of the European Commission. 
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Women's leadership and gender equality discussed between Mongolia and Australia
September 15 of this year marks the 45th anniversary of establishment of diplomatic relations between Mongolia and Australia on September 15.  Commemorating the anniversary, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Mongolia and Embassy of Australia in Ulaanbaatar are holding a series of events. Accordingly, “Women’s Leadership and Gender Equality” roundtable discussion was held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on May 2.
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Mongolia and China Academies of Sciences to develop ecological, energy and research cooperation
On May 2, D.Regdel, Academician and President of the Mongolian Academy of Sciences (MAS) and Bai Chinli, professor and President of the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) signed a memorandum of cooperation at the Tuushin Hotel in Ulaanbaatar. In the frames of the memorandum, the two sides will collaborate in studies of biotechnology, coal chemistry and technology, environment and desertification, materials science, nuclear physics, paleobiology and pollution in residential areas.
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Road between Tosontsengel and Uliastai to be built with Chinese soft loan
At its yesterday’s meeting, the cabinet approved a draft of revised Government resolution on projects to be implemented with a soft loan of USD500 million, granted from the Government of the People’s Republic of China to the Government of Mongolia.
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Mongolia-China Young Scientists Exchange Program to be implemented
On May 2, Prime Minister J.Erdenebat met with the delegates of Chinese Academy of Sciences led by its President Bai Chunli who are on a visit to Mongolia at the invitation of the Mongolian Academy of Sciences. At the beginning of the meeting, the PM J.Erdenebat expressed his view that this visit plays an important role for the development of bilateral ties between the science academies of Mongolia and China and of two countries. He added "Developing friendly relations and cooperation with the People’s Republic of China is one of the priorities of Mongolian foreign policy. I am quite satisfied with deepening of the comprehensive strategic partnership of Mongolia and China in all spheres”. 
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'Khovd Thermal Power Station' company to be established
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Mongolia's Steppe Road and China's Belt and Road initiatives to be harmonized
Yesterday, in its meeting the cabinet discussed and backed draft memorandum of understanding between Governments of Mongolia and People’s Republic of China (PRC) on coordinating initiatives ‘Steppe road’ and ‘The Belt and Road’. ‘The Belt and Road’ initiative has become interior and foreign policy strategy of PRC since Chinese leader Xi Jinping had proposed it and China appeals countries of the world to join the initiative. The initiative focuses on connectivity and cooperation in policy coordination, infrastructure construction, trade and finance and people to people relations among 65 countries, covering East Asian 11 countries, West Asian 18, South Asian 8, Central Asian 5, Commonwealth of Independent States’ 7, Middle east and east European 16 countries
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Deputy Foreign Minister receives Japanese State Minister of Internal Affairs and Communications
B.Battsetseg, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs received Kenji Harada, member of the House of Representatives and State Minister of Internal Affairs and Communications of Japan on May 2, 2017. Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs B.Battsetseg highlighted the extent of high level Strategic Partnership between Mongolia and Japan, increase in visit frequencies and deepened political trust, further noting the importance of taking Strategic Partnership to the next level.
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Erdenet mine shows profit of MNT86.7 billion in first quarter
Erdenet Mining Corporation, one of the largest copper mine has worked with a profit of MNT86.7 billion, paying tax of MNT135.5 billion in the first quarter of this year. Yesterday, May 02, Parliamentary Economic Standing Committee heard of current situation and other issues related to the company. Some factors including copper price in the world market and exchange rates have influenced to work in such profit, said the Company Director Kh.Badamsuren.
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President pays working visit to Erdenet city
President Ts.Elbegdorj arrived in Erdenet city on May 1, Monday to pay a working visit to Orkhon aimag, and held a meeting with locals to discuss the results of his activities during his tenure from 2009 to 2017.
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Democratic Party registers 6 nominees
May 2, the first day of nomination of candidates for the upcoming Presidential Election saw Democratic Party’s nominee registration, and 6 politicians registered themselves to run for the party’s candidacy.
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Parliamentary resolution clause to be reconsidered
The Mongolian People’s Party (MPP) group in parliament reached an agreement that Parliamentary resolution clause on transmission of big projects’ money through Mongolian banks should be reconsidered.  Today, the party group chairman D.Khayankyarvaa made a briefing after the group’s meeting.
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Neil Saker: IMF is cautious about investment environment worsening
The International Monetary Fund Executive Board has postponed making a final decision on its Extended Financial Facility (EFF) in Mongolia. The delay is caused by a parliamentary resolution clause on currency transmission of large-scale projects through Mongolian banks. The Executive Board was expected to make the final decision during their meeting last week. Today, on May 02, IMF Resident Representative Neil Saker gave explanations regarding the issue during a press conference at the State House. He said that the EFF has two main goals, including overcoming economic difficulties and creating policy foundation that ensures economic growth in the long term. Policy measures will be largely implemented on budget. The IMF backs the Government plan to reduce budget deficit, lowering it to 10.5 per cent of GDP this year and to have a positive balance by the beginning of 2020.
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Six children with congenital heart defect to be treated for free in Korea
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German taxidermists restoring Bogd Khan's collection of stuffed bird
Bogd Khan Palace Museum, in collaboration with the National University of Mongolia, National History Museum and Naturmuseum Senckenberg of Germany, has started the restoration of stuffed birds of the Bogd Khan Palace Museum. Also, the identification list of the bird species in the collection will be improved.
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8th Renewable Energy Forum expected to pave way for new strategies
The Eight Renewable Energy Forum is being held on May 5 under the auspices of the Prime Minister. The forum is taking place at Corporate Convention Centre, Ulaanbaatar, attracting 500 participants from home and abroad.
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Mongolian Innovation Week-2017 to be marked
The Ministry of Education, Culture and Science, Ministry of Labor and Social Protection, Ulaanbaatar Department of Industry and Innovation, Mongolian Foundation for Science and Technology and Mongolian University of Science and Technology will co-organize Mongolian Innovation Week-2017” from May 8 to 14. 
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Mongolia to Host 17th World Horseback Archery Championship 42 minutes
“I Love Sushi” Exhibition to Promote Sushi Culture 1 hour
Mongolia Hosts the 3x3 World Cup: Men Play without Substitutes Today 17 hours
State Visit of President of the Republic of Uzbekistan to Mongolia Concludes 17 hours
Mongolia Forum 2025 Takes Place under the Theme "Northeast Asian Peaceful Development and Korean Unification" 19 hours
Presidents of Mongolia and the Republic of Uzbekistan Plant Commemorative Trees 21 hours
Trilateral Efforts to Continue Joint Conservation and Research of Rare Bird Species 21 hours
Electronic National Atlas of Mongolia Launched 22 hours
State Secretary of the State Great Khural Meets Representatives of the Inter-Parliamentary Union 23 hours
Prime Minister Tasks Ambassadors with Attracting Foreign Investment 23 hours
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 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 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
FIDE World Rapid and Blitz Team Chess Championships 2025 Underway 14 days
Standing Committee on State Structure Approves Proposal to Appoint Zandanshatar Gombojav as Prime Minister 14 days
President of Mongolia Submits Proposal to Nominate Zandanshatar Gombojav as Prime Minister of Mongolia to Parliament 14 days
Construction Work on 41 Hectares of Selbe Sub-Center Project Open for the Private Sector 14 days
Asia Folk 2025 Festival to Be Held for the Seventh Year in Ulaanbaatar 14 days
Lawyer Robert Painter: “It’s a Joy to See the T-Bataar Back Home and Smiling Happier Than Ever” 14 days
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