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25 percent of mortgage lending to be provided in rural areas
A decision has been made to grant 25 percent of all mortgage lendings in the rural area. Bank of Mongolia gave a direction to the commercial banks to issue 25 percent of the central bank’s mortgage loans to lenders in rural areas. This settles the issue of borrowers whose request for a mortgage loan was approved, but were waiting for the funding and will further enable mortgage loan accessibility in the rural areas of the country.   
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Darkhan-Uul to mark ‘Humanitarian day’ on 8th of every month
Darkhan-Uul aimag will mark the 8th of every month as “Humanitarian day”. The Citizens’ Representative Meeting of Darkhan-Uul aimag backed the proposal of the Red Cross Society's branch in the aimag, considering it as a proper to encourage government organizations, NGOs, citizens and companies to involve in humanitarian and charitable campaigns across the aimag.
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Mongolia to exchange young scientists with China
On May 1, Monday, Minister of Education, Culture, Science and Sports J.Batsuuri 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 D.Regdel, President of Mongolian Academy of Sciences.
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Presidential candidate nomination begins today
The nomination of candidates for the upcoming Presidential Election of June 26 begins today, May 2 to continue until May 6, in compliance with the Law of Mongolia on Election.
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Children’s hospital to be built in Nalaikh district of Ulaanbaatar
A children’s hospital with 50 beds will be built in Nalaikh, remote district of Ulaanbaatar with grant of ‘Khangardi-Ulaanbaatar’ NGO and Peace and Friendship Fund of People’s Republic of China.  The foundation laying ceremony of the hospital was held on April 28. Nalaikh district has a population of 36 thousand and children aged 0-15 years old make 32 per cent of the total population, newborns increase by 900 annually.
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Celebrated Polish director to arrive in Ulaanbaatar
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/ A famous Polish film and theatre director, producer and screenwriter Krzysztof Zanussi is coming to Mongolia for the first time to attend a film festival which will take place on May 8-11 at the “iCinema” of Ulaanbaatar. The event will be named after Krzysztof Zanussi and he will organize a special training for filmmakers.
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‘Gobi Wolf’ international exercise is running for sixth time
Gobi wolf’ international exercise training started today, May 1, in Umnugobi aimag, organized by the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), USA Embassy in Mongolia and U.S. Army Pacific for the sixth time. The training aims to improve the regional readiness in response to natural disasters, to ensure implementation of newly adopted law on Disaster prevention and to test management and organizational structure and tools for disaster response as well as to improve civil-military cooperation of the parties. “- ‘Gobi Wolf’ exercise is expanding year by year with increased number of international participants and it has become a 'Mongolian brand'-disaster response exercise. This year, the exercise is running under the theme ‘Let’s spread our knowledge and share experiences” said Brigade General T.Badral, NEMA Chairman.
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President of the Chinese Academy of Sciences visiting Mongolia
On May 1, D.Regdel, Academician and President of the Mongolian Academy of Sciences (MAS) received delegates led by Bai Chunli, professor and President of the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS), who are on a visit to Mongolia. At the meeting, the sides exchanged views on the scientific and technological cooperation between Mongolia and China.
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Barilga Expo 2017 begins with housing and materials exhibition
“Constructors need to work with professional organizations on the financing and marketing of their products”, said B.Lkhagvajav, President of Mongolian National Chamber of Commerce and Industry at the ‘Housing and Materials’ sub-section of annual ‘Barilga Expo’ international building and construction fair which opened on April 28 at Misheel Expo center to continue until April 30.
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"Mongolia Open - 2017" freestyle and women's wrestling tournament concludes
An international freestyle and women’s wrestling tournament “Mongolia Open – 2017” took place in Ulaanbaatar between April 28-30. Athletes from China, South Korea, Russia, Canada, Kazakhstan, Venezuela and Mongolia participated in the tournament.
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FM Ts.Munkh-Orgil to pay official visit to European Union
Minister of Foreign Affairs of Mongolia Ts.Munkh-Orgil is to pay an official visit to the European Union on May 2 and 3. He will be paying a courtesy call to Mr Jean-Claude Juncker, President of the European Commission, and hold official talks with Ms Federica Mogerini, High Representative of the European Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy and Vice President of the European Commission.
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Foreign Ambassadors present credentials to Mongolian President
On April 27, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Zambia to Mongolia Mrs. Winnie Natala Chibesakunda, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Kingdom of Sweden to Mongolia Ms Anna Lindstedt, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Slovak Republic to Mongolia Mr. Dusan Bella, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Federal Democratic Republic of Nepal to Mongolia Mr. Leela Mani Paudyal and Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Namibia to Mongolia Dr. Elia George Kaiyamo presented their Letters of Credence to the President of Mongolia Tsakhiagiin Elbegdorj.  
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Consultation on amending Constitution takes place
The first deliberate polling on amending the Constitution of Mongolia was carried out on April 29 and 30 in the Government Palace, gathering 785 citizens, chosen by random selection representing all administrative units of the country.
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Budget deficit forecasted to be 9.5 per cent of GDP
Bills on 2018 Fiscal framework statement and 2019-2020 Budget assumption were submitted to the Parliament. The documents indicated that budget deficit in GDP would be 9.5 per cent in 2018, 6.9 in 2019 and 5.1 per cent in 2020 in compliance with goals to ensure budget unity in the midterm, to reduce budget deficit in stages, restrict expenditure growth, stabilize Government debt in legal threshold, ensure macroeconomic growth through budget stabilization. Fiscal framework statement bill was developed following to preliminary performance report of 2016 budget, midterm budget indicators, which agreed within the framework of the Extended Fund Facility program to be implemented with the International Monetary Fund and special fiscal requirements, which is defined in the Fiscal Stability law.  
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Vocal Trash and “Egshiglent Chimee” performed live on stage
Commemorating the 30th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Mongolia and United States, “Vocal Trash”, a band that performs by using found-object percussion, visited Mongolia and performed on stage of Ulaanbaatar Ensemble with “Egshiglent Chimee”, the winner of “Mongolia’s Got Talent”, on April 27.
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Brazilian cooperative experience to be shared in Mongolia
Mongolian Ambassador to Brazil Ch.Sosormaa handed over a letter from N.Enkhbold, the head of Mongolian National Cooperative Association to the head of the Brazilian National Confederation of Cooperatives, Marcio Lopes to visit Mongolia with a purpose of sharing experiences of Brazilian cooperatives. Mr. Marcio Lopes kindly accepted the invitation and expressed pleasure visiting Mongolia along with his colleagues and to hold a seminar on experiences' exchange with Mongolian counterparts later this year.
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Second meeting of study possibilities to establish Mongolia-South Korea EPA
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President: Mongolia has a bright future because it’s an open society
President of Mongolia Ts.Elbegdorj met with journalists during his working trip to Dornod aimag on April 24-25, and delegates of Mongolian News and Eagle TVs and correspondents working in Dornod, Sukhbaatar, Khentii, Umnugobi, Dornogobi and Gobisumber aimags partook.
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Mongolia Constraints Analysis Report has been launched
Produced by National Secretariat for the Development of the Second Compact Agreement between the Government of Mongolia and the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) of the USA with technical assistance from the MCC, Mongolia Constraints Analysis Report was disclosed on April 28.
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Revised law on Offence to be prepared for final reading
During its plenary session on April 28, Friday, Parliament continued the reading of revised law on Offence, and the bill was transferred to Parliamentary Standing committee on Legal Affairs for preparation for the final reading.
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State Flag Day Observed with Military Parade 6 hours
102 Wrestlers Holding National Titles to Compete in National Naadam Wrestling Tournament 7 hours
Bay Horse Trained by B. Gantig Wins National Naadam’s Khyazaalan Race 8 hours
Mongolia to Cooperate with The Asia Group to Improve Investment Climate 1 day
Ulaanbaatar Mayor Signs Memorandum of Understanding with UK Export Finance Agency to Boost Metro Project 1 day
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Visit General Education School in Ulaanbaatar 1 day
Prime Minister of Mongolia Holds Virtual Meeting with Local Governors 1 day
General Police Department: Facilities Ready to Assist Lost Children During Naadam Celebrations 1 day
His Majesty the Emperor of Japan Visits Mongol Koosen Technology College 1 day
Mongolia and France Sign Memorandum to Expand Civil Aviation Cooperation 1 day
Mongolia Economic Forum 2025: Government Commits to Investor-Friendly Policies and Economic Diversification 1 day
Feasibility Study for Ulaanbaatar Tram Project Approved 1 day
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Visit Memorial Complex for Japanese Nationals 2 days
Government to Gather Public Input on Certain Actions to Be Implemented Within 100 Days 2 days
Mongolia and China Agree to Expand Cooperation in Animal and Plant Quarantine 2 days
Over 7,000 Participants Showcase National Dress at 19th “Deeltei Mongol” Festival 2 days
President of Mongolia and First Lady Hold Official Meeting with Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan 2 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Officially Welcomed 2 days
Exhibition of Mongol Chest Features 19th–20th Century Traditional Mongolian Chests 2 days
Buryat State University Launches Center for Mongolian Language and Culture 2 days
His Majesty the Emperor of Japan Visits the Water Supply and Sewerage Authority 3 days
European Bank for Reconstruction and Development to Increase Investments 3 days
Two Mongolian Boxers Win Medals at World Cup 3 days
Mongolia Hosts Asia-Pacific Air Transport Facilitation Forum 3 days
His Majesty the Emperor of Japan Introduced to Gachuurt Water Source Project 3 days
Uchral Nyam-Osor: Economic Immunity Must Be Outcome of Long-Term Intelligent Policy 3 days
His Majesty Emperor Naruhito of Japan Visits Chinggis Khaan National Museum 3 days
Mongolia Transports Coal to China by Rail and Road until Cross-Border Railway Completion 3 days
MiningWeek & MinePro 2025: “Mining Momentum in Mongolia: Driving Progress and Responsibility” 3 days
This Week in Mongolia 3 days
His Majesty Emperor Naruhito and Her Majesty Empress Masako of Japan Arrive in Mongolia on a State Visit 4 days
Masterworks of Modern Mongolian Craftsmen Exhibited at the Chinggis Khaan National Museum 6 days
Launch Event of the SOAP II Project in Darkhan-Uul Aimag 6 days
NEMA Reports Rising Risk of Floods and Wildfires Across Mongolia 6 days
Mongolian Participants Depart for 57th International Chemistry Olympiad in United Arab Emirates 6 days
National Forum of Civil Servants Emphasizes Reforms for Effective Public Service 6 days
“Open Parliament: Expert” Senior Experience Sharing Program to Be Implemented 6 days
Mongolia to Cooperate with South Korea in Developing Specialized Social Protection Services 6 days
Mongolia’s “TOP-100” Businesses of 2024 Recognized 6 days
Mongolia Records 24 Moderate Earthquakes in First Half of 2025 6 days
Discussion Held on Improving Cooperation with Neighboring Countries in the Transport Sector 7 days
U. Tuya: Human Rights Education to Be Delivered at All Levels from Preschool to Higher Education 7 days
Ambassador Igawahara Masaru: "The State Visit of Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan will Open a New Chapter in the Relationship between Japan and Mongolia" 7 days
Nine State-Owned Energy Companies in Western Region Consolidated into Four 7 days
Functional Overlaps of Government Organizations to Be Eliminated 7 days
Mongolian Women’s Basketball Team Achieves Historic Silver Medal 7 days
The Bank of Mongolia Purchases 5.9 Tons of Precious Metals in First Half of 2025 7 days
International Standards for Biodiversity Conservation to Be Localized in Mongolia 7 days
Japan-Mongolia Sasakawa Scholarship Program to Be Implemented for 12 Years 7 days
89th “Mongolian Athletes’ Day” Celebrated 8 days
“Chinggis Khaan” International Airport Became One of the World’s Ten Most Improved Airports 8 days
Mongolian National Team Playmaker Nandinkhusel Joins Florida’s “Panthers” 8 days
Women’s 3x3 Basketball Team Members Awarded Honored Athlete Titles 8 days
History and Heritage of Undur Gegeen Zanabazar in the Focus of International Scholars 8 days
Project to Improve E-Waste Management to be Implemented 8 days
Mongolia Hosts Executive Council Meeting of the Asia-Pacific Postal Union 8 days
Prime Minister of Mongolia Highlights its Commitment to Stable and Reliable External Environment 9 days
Scientific Conference Highlights Achievements in Safeguarding Mongol Biyelgee 9 days
OECD Upgrades Country Risk Classification of Mongolia 9 days
Mongolia Hosts High-Level Policy Dialogue in East Asia on AI-Enabled Higher Education 9 days
Mongolian Filmmakers Taking Steps toward Presenting Their Projects to International Producers 9 days
A Total of 12 Wildfires Extinguished Nationwide 10 days
“Urban Planning Concept of Hunnu City” International Open Competition Announced 10 days
“The World of Juraan” Exhibition Unveiled to Showcase Marvel of Bronze Sculptures 10 days
Mongolia and Eurasian Economic Union Sign Interim Free Trade Agreement 10 days
“The Secret History of Chinggis Khaan’s Espionage” Presented to Readers 10 days
Mongolian Judokas Win One Gold and Two Bronze Medals at “Russian Tour-2025” 10 days
“Danshig Naadam - Khuree Tsam 2025” Mongol Religious and Cultural Festival Held 10 days
Mongolian National Appointed as UN Resident Coordinator in Kazakhstan 10 days
First Political Consultations between the Ministries of Foreign Affairs of Mongolia and the Kingdom of Belgium Takes Place in Brussels 10 days
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