Highlights
Mayor Highlights Accessible Public Transport Against Traffic Congestion
The development index of Ulaanbaatar city is 0.464, defined by 86 indicators in four groups: sustainability, quality of the living environment, accessibility, and competitiveness, and six categories: health, infrastructure, economy, society, education, and governance. The capital city authorities aim to increase the index to 0.570 in 2025, 0.630 in 2030, and 0.930 in 2050.On August 21, the Governor of the Capital City and Mayor of Ulaanbaatar Sumyabazar Dolgorsuren made a report on the actions and measures, including Law, Economy, and Healthy Governance Programs implemented since taking office as well as future plans to Members of Parliament elected from Ulaanbaatar city.
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Ambassador to Cuba Presents Copy of His Letters of Credence
On August 21, 2023, His Excellency Mr. Zoljargal Seseer, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Mongolia to the Republic of Cuba presented a copy of his Letters of Credence to His Excellency Mr. Elio Rodríguez, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Cuba.
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Visa Waiver Agreement Signed with the Republic of Maldives
A visa waiver agreement has been established between Mongolia and the Republic of Maldives. The Agreement between the Government of Mongolia and the Government of the Republic of Maldives on Mutual Exemption of Visa Requirements for Holders of Diplomatic, Official and Regular Passports was signed by Mr. D.Ganbold, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Mongolia to the Republic of India and Mr. Ibrahim Shaheib, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Maldives to the Republic of India in Delhi, India on August 17.
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Retrieval of Sunken Vehicles in Lake Khuvsgul Continues
At the initiative of the President of Mongolia Khurelsukh Ukhnaa, the operation to discover sunken vehicles in Lake Khuvsgul, define their location, and remove them is taking place in Khuvsgul Lake since this June to protect the ecological system of Khuvsgul Lake by cleaning up hazardous waste at the bottom of the lake, and reducing its pollution.
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Seventh Meeting of the Asia-Pacific Parliamentarian Forum on Global Health Commences
The Seventh Meeting of the Asia-Pacific Parliamentarian Forum on Global Health under the theme "Building primary health care for the future" has commenced in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia today on August 21, 2023.
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This Week in Mongolia
The State Great Khural, World Health Organization, and the Ministry of Health will co-organize the Seventh Meeting of the Asia Pacific Parliamentarian Forum (APPF) on Global Health under the theme "Building primary health care for the future" in Ulaanbaatar on August 21-23. 
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Mongolian 3x3 Team Crowned Champions at East Asian Youth Games
The bustling city of Ulaanbaatar is brimming with excitement and pride as it hosts the East Asian Youth Games (EAYG), demonstrating exceptional talent and sportsmanship from the region's young athletes.
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Oliver Corff: Mongol Studies will Notably Contribute to Mongolia's Soft Power Policy
Dr. Oliver Corff, a German Mongolist delivered a presentation on "Reading Constitutions as Sources of Intellectual History: 100 Years of Constitutions in Mongolia" at the Mongolia Society, Economy, Politics, and Legal Studies section of the 12th International Congress of Mongolists. A reporter of MONTSAME Mongolian National News Agency talked with him about his studies and Mongol Studies.
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The 2023 East Asian Youth Games Begin
The "Ulaanbaatar 2023" East Asian Youth Games (EAYG) kicked off in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia on August 16, 2023. On August 17, the Opening Ceremony was held at 20:23 at the Central Stadium of Mongolia and attended by officials and athletes of the participating countries.
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L. Munkhbaatar: We Will Fully Support Commissioning of Oil Refinery on Time
Today the Vice-Chairman of the State Great Khural of Mongolia L. Munkhbaatar received the delegation headed by the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of India to Mongolia M.P. Singh.  
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Coal Export Exceeds 2023 Plan
On August 4-10, 1,457.4 thousand tons of coal were exported, making an increase of 76.5 percent compared to the same period last year. 
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Premier Assigns to Prepare for Winter Tourism
The second meeting of the National Committee on Development of Tourism in 2023 was held on August 14.
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Seventh Meeting of the Asia Pacific Parliamentarian Forum (APPF) on Global Health
The State Great Khural of Mongolia, World Health Organization, and the Ministry of Health are in the process of preparing for a joint organization of the Seventh Meeting of the Asia Pacific Parliamentarian Forum (APPF) on Global Health under the theme "Building primary health care for the future" in Ulaanbaatar on August 21-23.
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Thousands Gather for the "Sun Over the Placid World" Festival
The sun shone brightly on the Ikh Gazriin Chuluu Nature Reserve, bathing the landscape in golden light. Thousands of people gathered for the “Sun Over the Placid World” Festival, a celebration of Mongolian folk art. On August 11-12, the Festival was held at the amphitheater in the Ikh Gazriin Chuluu Nature Reserve, which attracts visitors with the towering granite peaks of the Ikh Gazriin Chuluu, big rocks in the background.
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Congress of Mongolists: The Period of the Mongol Empire is the Most Important Stage for the Formation of the Eurasian Civilization
 “The period of the Mongol Empire is the most important stage for the formation of the Eurasian civilization. The Mongol Empire contributed to the development of ethno-cultural processes in Eurasia thanks not only to trade but also to cultural exchanges, leasing of technologies, and intellectual interaction between the peoples of Eurasia, as well as the synthesis of nomadic and sedentary civilizations,” underscored Dr. Oleg Lushnikov, Director of the Center for Eurasian Studies of Russia in his presentation “The Great Mongol Empire as the World-System of the Middle Ages and Its Contribution to the Foundation of Eurasian Integration” at  XII International Congress of Mongolists in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia.
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Congress of Mongolists: Khuduu Aral was Rear Area of Great Mongol Empire
Khuduu Aral of Kherlen was a rear area, where Chinggis Khaan and his army stayed for a longer period of time, emphasizes Dr. Tsogtbaatar in his presentation on Khuduu Aral of Kherlen: Historical Facts and the Results of Archeological Research at the XII International Congress of Mongolists in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. 
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Mongolia-Japan Business Forum 2023
Mongolia-Japan Business Forum on August 18 will discuss business and cooperation opportunities between the two sides. The Japanese International Cooperation Organization JICA will present the projects implemented in Mongolia and the future trend of private sector partnerships.
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XII International Congress of Mongolists Commences at State Palace
XII International Congress of Mongolists has opened today at the State Palace in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. 
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Decisions Made at Cabinet Session
Prime Minister L. Oyun-Erdene paid an Official Visit to the USA at the invitation of the US Vice President Kamala Harris on August 1-6, 2023. Minister of Foreign Affairs B. Battsetseg was assigned to discuss the results of the visit at today's Cabinet meeting and submit them to the National Security Council.
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U.Khurelsukh: All Mongolists are Envoys of Knowledge and Wisdom to Promote Mongolia to the World
 XII International Congress of Mongolists has opened today at the State Palace in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. The President of Mongolia Khurelsukh Ukhnaa delivered an opening remarks at the Congress. We present the full transcription of the speech.
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Mongolian Judokas Win One Gold and Two Bronze Medals at “Russian Tour-2025” 2 hours
“Danshig Naadam - Khuree Tsam 2025” Mongol Religious and Cultural Festival Held 2 hours
Mongolian National Appointed as UN Resident Coordinator in Kazakhstan 3 hours
First Political Consultations between the Ministries of Foreign Affairs of Mongolia and the Kingdom of Belgium Takes Place in Brussels 3 hours
Mongolia Cooperates with Thailand in Weather Modification in the Gobi Region 4 hours
Mongolian Women’s Basketball Team Achieves Historic Silver Medal 4 hours
This Week in Mongolia 4 hours
Foreign Ministers of Mongolia and the Republic of Kazakhstan Hold Official Talks 3 days
President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Pays a State Visit to Mongolia 3 days
Japan-Mongolia Sasakawa Scholarship Program to Be Implemented for 12 Years 3 days
Agreement Reached to Export 2,000 Tons of Horse Meat and Halal-Processed Mutton 3 days
Over 50 International Experts Share Experience on Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation 3 days
Cooperation with ADB in Shifting Ger Districts to Solar Energy Discussed 3 days
Prime Minister of Mongolia Receives Rio Tinto Copper Chief Executive 4 days
Construction of Selbe City to Cost MNT 25 Trillion 4 days
“Top-6” Tournament Named After Honored Athlete G. Boldbaatar to Be Held in Erdenet City 4 days
Mongolia Forum 2025 Takes Place under the Theme "Northeast Asian Peaceful Development and Korean Unification" 4 days
UN Secretary-General Reaffirms Support for Cooperation between Mongolia and UN 4 days
The First National Shearing and Woolhandling Championships Hosted with Over 100 Participants 4 days
Gender Gap Ranking of Mongolia Advances 20 Places 4 days
Mongolia Rated “Very High” in the United Nations E-Government Development Index 4 days
Nandin-Erdene to Compete for ROAD FC Championship Belt 4 days
“Gold-3” Campaign to Be Launched Nationwide 4 days
Mongolia to Host 17th World Horseback Archery Championship 4 days
“I Love Sushi” Exhibition to Promote Sushi Culture 4 days
Mongolia Hosts the 3x3 World Cup: Men Play without Substitutes Today 5 days
State Visit of President of the Republic of Uzbekistan to Mongolia Concludes 5 days
Mongolia Forum 2025 Takes Place under the Theme "Northeast Asian Peaceful Development and Korean Unification" 5 days
Presidents of Mongolia and the Republic of Uzbekistan Plant Commemorative Trees 5 days
Trilateral Efforts to Continue Joint Conservation and Research of Rare Bird Species 5 days
Electronic National Atlas of Mongolia Launched 5 days
State Secretary of the State Great Khural Meets Representatives of the Inter-Parliamentary Union 5 days
Prime Minister Tasks Ambassadors with Attracting Foreign Investment 5 days
Historic "Ikh Khuraldai" Tourism Complex Inaugurated 5 days
Sodnompiljee Enkhbayar Wins Seventh Gold Medal at the World Cup 5 days
Mongolia and the Republic of Uzbekistan Elevate the Relations to Comprehensive Partnership 6 days
President of Mongolia and President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Held Official Talks 6 days
President of Mongolia Welcomes President of the Republic of Uzbekistan 6 days
President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev Arrives in Mongolia for a State Visit 6 days
Mongolia-British Parliamentary Group Welcomes Members of Parliament of the United Kingdom 6 days
Ulaanbaatar Launches Integrated Tele-Monitoring Center 6 days
Promissory Notes in the Cashmere Sector: A New Financial Instrument for the Agricultural Industry 6 days
Uzbekistan - Mongolia: A New Stage of Multifaceted Cooperation 6 days
Mongolia and Uzbekistan to Develop Cooperation in Tourism 6 days
Mongolian Team “Alpha Gaming” Wins the PUBG Mobile Super League – Central & South Asia Spring 2025 7 days
Health Minister Meets ADB Country Director to Discuss Projects and Programs in Health Sector 7 days
The First National Shearing and Woolhandling Championships Hosted with Over 100 Participants 7 days
“MongolZ” Makes History: The First Asian Team to Win 2nd Place in World Counter-Strike Championship 7 days
2025 FIBA 3x3 World Cup to Be Held on Sukhbaatar Square 7 days
This Week in Mongolia 7 days
President of the Republic of Uzbekistan to Pay a State Visit to Mongolia 7 days
Parliamentary Resolution for Establishing Green Financing System Approved 10 days
Meeting Held with Representatives from OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights 10 days
His Majesty Emperor Naruhito and Her Majesty Queen Masako to Pay State Visit to Mongolia 10 days
Funds Raised from Bond to Be Allocated for Milk and Dairy Production 11 days
Smart Greenhouse Complex to Be Established in Ulaanbaatar 11 days
Thermal Power Stations Instructed to Work under Special Regime 11 days
Government Discusses Amendments to State Budget at Its First Session 11 days
Mongolian Writers to Take Part in Beijing International Book Fair 12 days
Mongolian Darts Player Tergel Khurelkhuu Tops the World Rankings 12 days
Prime Minister of Mongolia Appoints Ministers 12 days
Prime Minister Presents Nominees for Members of the Government to President of Mongolia 13 days
Gankhaich Wins Bronze Medal at World Judo Championships 13 days
State Great Khural Members Meet IMF Staff Team 13 days
Mongolian Boxers Win 16 Medals at the World Boxing Cup European Series 2025 13 days
Mongolia Promotes Its Culture at the Festival of Embassies in Prague 14 days
Mongolia to Cooperate with the United Kingdom in the Field of Mineral Resources 14 days
Open-Air Museum to Be Established on the Ruins of Old City of Kharakhorum 14 days
GMIT Celebrates Graduation of Eighth Cohort 14 days
“Mongol-B” Team Wins Gold Medal at the World Rapid and Blitz Team Championships 14 days
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