Highlights
Prime Minister receives leaders of commerce chambers of China and Russia
 The 13th General Economic Forum of Mongolia, Russia and China commenced on June 15 at Tuushin Hotel of Ulaanbaatar. On the sidelines, Prime Minister J.Erdenebat received President of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of the Russian Federation S.N.Katyrin and Vice Chairman of the China Council of the Promotion of International Trade Wang Jinzhen.
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State Secretary of Foreign Ministry meets Japanese delegates
D.Davaasuren, State Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs received Japanese delegates, who are attending the fourth Ulaanbaatar Dialogue on North Asian Security international conference on June 15. The delegates led by Takizaki Shigeki, Deputy Director-General of the Asian Oceanian Affairs Bureau of Japan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs on June 15.
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Nine forest fires burning over the country
As of 15 June, there are 9 forest fires burning nationwide, namely, two in Yeroo soum of Selenge aimag, one in Umnudelger soum of Khentii aimag, one in Erdene and one in Mungunmorit soum of Tuv aimag, one in Teshig soum of Bulgan aimag and three in Ulaanbaatar. In connection with the forest fire and dryness situation, yesterday, Deputy PM U.Khurelsukh held a meeting with the authorities of the National Emergency Management Agency, Ministry of Environment and Tourism and National Agency for Meteorology and Environment Monitoring (NAMEM).
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Minister Ts.Dashdorj: Income from mining to be devoted for processing industry
The mining sector will be a motivation for processing industry through the devotion of mining income for other sectors, in other words, the economy will be diversified, highlighted Minister of Mining and Heavy Industry Ts.Dashdorj. An open day of geology, mining and heavy industry sector is being held on 14-15 June at the Sukhbaatar Square, activities of the Ministry, its agencies, departments and state-owned companies being reported and requested information is being delivered to the public.
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Central bank policy rate lowered to 12 percent
The Bank of Mongolia’s Monetary Policy Committee held a meeting today on June 15 and lowered the policy interest rate down to 12 percent. Previously, the interest rate was set at 14 percent by the committee’s decision on March.  
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Fourth Ulaanbaatar Dialogue kicks off
The 4th Ulaanbaatar Dialogue on Northeast Asian Security international conference opened today, June 15 at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.  
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Two Mongolian singers qualify for final round of BBC Cardiff Singer of the World 2017
On June 11-18, the final round of  BBC Cardiff Singer of the World 2017 is taking place in Cardiff, Wales. The competition for opera and art singers held every two years. Currently, twenty finalists are selected to perform in front of a jury of distinguished opera experts and equally discerning experts in the final stage of the competition. 
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Major fire breaks out at Gobi cashmere factory
A fire broke out at the main factory of Mongolia's cashmere product manufacturer “Gobi” JSC, burning down the roof of entire factory complex last night. Authorities initially received the call at 10.45PM and National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) reacted immediately, deploying all available units.
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Construction Minister reports on 1000 apartments project
During the Cabinet’s regular meeting on June 14, Wednesday, Minister of Construction and Urban Planning G.Munkhbayar reported that preparations were complete for the construction of 1000 apartments after necessary replanning of some ger areas in Sukhbaatar district.
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List of equipment and spare parts exempt from tax approved
On May 14, during its Cabinet meeting, the Government approved a list of equipment and spare parts for small and medium enterprises, which are to be exempted from customs tax until 31 December 2018.  The Government action program in 2016-2020 indicates that domestic production would be backed by tax and customs service. Moreover, producers and professional organizations requested to extend the effective period of the previous resolution and add 623 types of equipment to the list. Considering these, the Government passed the new list, which includes 641 types of equipment of 27 sectors. 
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Mongolia and Japan to continue development policy loan negotiations
During its regular meeting on June 14, Wednesday, the Cabinet looked over draft policy measures to be taken in the framework of ‘Fiscal and Economic Reform Development Policy Loan’, to be co-realized by the government and Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA).
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Cabinet resolves on construction of three strategic roads
During its regular meeting on June 14, Wednesday, the Cabinet agreed on construction of three roads, and assigned National Development Agency to choose contractors in compliance with the relevant laws and regulations.
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Mongolia to spend CNY 2 billion on ger area replanning
During its regular meeting on June 14, Wednesday, the Cabinet resolved to spend Chinese CNY 2 billion aid on ger area re-planning to reduce air pollution.
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1000 families’ apartments to be built with Chinese aid
1000 families’ apartments will be built in Ulaanbaatar with non-refundable aid from the Chinese Government, in pursuant to the agreement by PM of Mongolia J.Erdenebat and Premier of the State Council of the People’s Republic of China Li Keqiang during the PM’s visit to China in May.  Recently, working group delegates headed by Deputy Minister of Construction and Urban Development Sh.Lhamsuren worked in Bugat city (Baotou of Inner Mongolia, Autonomous region of People’s Republic of China).
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FM Ts.Munkh-Orgil discusses inter-parliamentary cooperation with US Congress members
On the sidelines of his visit to the US, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Mongolia Ts.Munkh-Orgil held meetings with members of the United States Congress to discuss bilateral ties and cooperation, especially, between the legislative bodies. While underlining that inter-parliamentary interactions have been making great contributions to Mongolia-US relations, the Foreign Minister extended thanks to the US Congress for passing a number of resolutions in support of Mongolia.
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Foreign Minister meets Secretary of State Rex Tillerson
Minister of Foreign Affairs Ts.Munkh-Orgil met United States Secretary of State Rex W.Tillerson on June 13, Tuesday, during his official visit to the country which wraps up today.
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Political consultation between Foreign Ministries of Mongolia and Germany held
On June 14, political consultation meeting between the Ministries for Foreign Affairs of Mongolia and Germany took place in Ulaanbaatar. The meeting was led by D.Davaasuren, State Secretary of the Foreign Ministry of Mongolia and Mr. Norbert Riedel, Regional Director for Asia and the Pacific of the Federal Foreign Office of Germany. 
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Foreign Minister promotes investment into Mongolia
On June 12-13, Minister of Foreign Affairs Ts.Munkh-Orgil, who is paying an official visit to the United States, partook in the fourth annual US Trade Mission, organized by the American Chamber of Commerce, and Investors’ Roundtable Meeting.
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MIAT launches direct flight between Ulaanbaatar and Busan
MIAT Mongolian Airlines’ first Ulaanbaatar-Busan route flight is scheduled on June 22, Thursday. Starting from June 22, the twice-a-week flights will be regularly conducted from Ulaanbaatar on every Thursdays and Sundays. The newly established route is important in connecting Mongolian business owners to South Korea’s second most-populous city.
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Flight ticket price might be cut by 20-40 percent
Price of flight tickets can be reduced by 20-40 percent, said the officials during a press conference held yesterday, June 13, by the Ministry of Road and Transport Development, the General Authority of Civil Aviation, Hunnu Air and Aero Mongolia Companies.
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Otgonbaatar Claims MGL-1 Fighting Championship Belt 3 hours
Views Exchanged on Infrastructure and Regional Development 3 hours
Mongolia, Japan to Expand Cooperation Between Disaster Management Agencies 3 hours
New Family Health Center Building Completed in Ulaanbaatar 6 hours
Gonchigsuren Wins Gold at Abu Dhabi Grand Slam 8 hours
Ulziisaikhan Luvsandorj Assumes Office as Secretary General of Parliament 9 hours
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Enkhriilen Secures Mongolia's Second Silver Medal at Abu Dhabi Grand Slam 1 day
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Investment and Trade Agency Hosts Session to Boost Foreign Investment 2 days
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Parliament Reviews Amendments to the Tobacco Control Law 3 days
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Ministry Urges Restrictions on Mass Celebrations, Sports, and Cultural Events 3 days
President of Mongolia Khurelsukh Ukhnaa to Pay State Visit to Italy 3 days
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Mongolia Wins Two Medals at Tokyo 2025 Deaflympics 4 days
Foreign Minister Battsetseg Meets Ambassador of Tajikistan to Strengthen Bilateral Ties 4 days
Australia Marks 101st Anniversary of Republic and First Constitution of Mongolia 4 days
Prime Minister Appoints New First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Food, Agriculture and Light Industry 4 days
'Khuvitai Khun' Brings Greek Non-Fiction Literature to Mongolian Readers 4 days
Munkhsukh Sukhbaatar to Lead Oyu Tolgoi as Chief Executive Officer 4 days
Open Day Held at Center for Sports Medicine and Research 4 days
Government Allocates MNT 1 Billion for Overtime Incentives of Medical Staff 4 days
Mongolia Joins Global Campaign to End Tech-Facilitated Gender-Based Violence 4 days
MIAT Representative in Seoul Awarded 'Honorary Citizen of Seoul' 4 days
Mongolian Citizenship Oath Ceremony Held for the 23rd Year 5 days
Mongolia Advances Regional Integration with Three CAREC Document Signing 5 days
Mongolia Observes Republic Proclamation and First Constitution Anniversary 5 days
Mongolia, China to Cooperate in Animal-Derived Raw Material Processing 6 days
Thermal Power Plant 5 Targets Cleaner Air, Reliable Energy for Ulaanbaatar 6 days
Parliament Considers Draft Resolution on Severe Weather Support 6 days
Ulaanbaatar Receives 2,200-4,400 Tons of Semi-Coke Fuel Daily 6 days
Mongolia Secures Two Freestyle Wrestling Bronzes at Tokyo 2025 Deaflympics 6 days
Regulation Amended to Allow One-Time Assistance to Be Granted to Civil Servants’ Heirs 6 days
National Discussion on Political Finance Integrity 6 days
Mongolia Elected to UNESCO World Heritage Committee for 2025-2029 6 days
Tehran Celebrates Mongolian National Pride Day 7 days
Unveiling the Marvel of Mongolia’s Bone Carving Heritage 7 days
Mongolian Director Wins NETPAC Award at Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival 7 days
State Lion Batmagnai Wins ‘Chinggis Khaan’ Cup 7 days
‘Script of the Eternal Sky 2025’ 14th Exhibition Opens 7 days
Young Talent Shines at the National Adult Chess Championships of Mongolia 7 days
Mongolia, Switzerland Sign Climate Agreement at COP 30 7 days
Mongolian Artist Crowned Winner of ‘Silk Way Star’ Song Competition 7 days
Deputy PM Led Working Group Reviews Operations of Tsagaannuur Free Zone 7 days
Mongolia Presents UNESCO Recognized Heritage 7 days
GDP per Worker Reaches MNT 6.2 Million 7 days
This Week in Mongolia 7 days
Mongolia, Russia Sign MoU to Deepen Financial Cooperation 7 days
PM Zandanshatar Orders Deployment of Additional Resident Doctors 7 days
Commemorative Stamp Honors Legacy of First Spiritual Leader Zanabazar 9 days
Mongolia Celebrates National Pride Day Honoring Chinggis Khaan 10 days
President Awards Order of Chinggis Khaan to Academician Narangerel 10 days
Chuluun Sampildondov: Museum Aims at Contributing to Reshaping Global Perspectives on Chinggis Khaan 10 days
Mongolian Olympic Committee Honors Sporting Excellence 11 days
Schedule Updated for Bus Route to Chinggis Khaan International Airport 11 days
Mongolia, South Korea Advance Bilateral Agenda 11 days
Mongolia and Indonesia Hold First Business Forum 11 days
Mongolia, South Korea Intergovernmental Committee Holds Session 11 days
Foreign Minister Highlights ‘Physical: Asia’ as Boost to Mongolia’s International Image 11 days
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