Highlights
Mongol Daguur specially protected area may be listed as UNESCO World Heritage Site
2017 meeting of a working group of the Dauria International Protected Area (DIPA) was held on May 4-5 in Choibalsan city of Dornod aimag, where the Mongol Daguur or Dauria the steppe and wetland region of Mongolia is located. 
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Mongolian team wins third place in Asian Draughts Championship
Asian Draughts Championship 2017 took place in Tashkent, Uzbekistan between April 15 and 28. From among the players of over 10 countries such as China, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Kuwait, Japan, Turkmenistan and Lebanon, Mongolians won 34 medals which consists of 13 gold, 13 silver and 8 bronze medals.
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World War II heroes honored on the occasion of Victory Day
Today, May 09, ceremonies to pay respect to the heroes of the war were held at the Monument of Soviet Soldiers on the Zaisan Hill and the Monument of Marshal of the Soviet Union G.K.Zhukov in Ulaanbaatar, dedicated to the 72th anniversary of the victory in the Great Patriotic War.  Representatives from the Ministry of Defense, General Staff of the Armed Forces and Embassies of Russian Federation, Belarus and Kazakhstan in Mongolia and Mongolian and Russian citizens took part in the ceremonies.
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Mongolia-Vietnam Business Meeting takes place
In scope of the official visit of Ms Dang Thi Ngoc Thinh, Vice President of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam to Mongolia, a Mongolia-Vietnam Business Meeting was co-organized by the Embassy of Vietnam, Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry and Mongolian Employers’ Federation today, May 9 at Tuushin Hotel.
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Mountaineer D.Otgonkhuu wins Red Fox Elbrus Race
Mongolian mountaineer D.Otgonkhuu gained a gold medal from the international Red Fox Elbrus Race 2017, by mountain running to the top of the Mount Elbrus /5642 meters/ for 2 hours, 59 minutes and 13 seconds. The annual international race was held on the Mount Elbrus, the highest mountain in Europe, from May 1 to 5.
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Mongolia and Turkey to cooperate on transport development
On May 09, today, B.Tsogtgerel, Deputy Minister of Road and Transport Development of Mongolia received Ahmet Yildiz, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Turkey and Ahmet Yazal, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Turkey to Mongolia. 
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Summer Universiade invites E.Munkhbilegt as referee
One of the first-rate table tennis referees in Mongolia E.Munkhbilegt was invited to act as a referee in the XXIX Summer Universiade, which is scheduled to take place in Taipei city in Taiwan between August 19 and 30, 2017.
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Justice Minister paying working visit to China
Member of Parliament and Minister of Justice and Home Affairs S.Byambatsogt is paying a working visit to the People’s Republic of China on May 8-12. Within the visit, an action plan of cooperation in 2017-2021 between the Minister of Justice and Home Affairs of Mongolia and Ministry of Public Security of China was signed.
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Four boxers win medals at Asian Championship
International Masters of Sports G.Gan-Erdene and B.Chinzorig made the final fight for gold in their respective weights yesterday, May 8, at the Asian Boxing Championships. They both claimed silver medals.
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Red-listed tree planted in Dundgobi province
A very rare 'tooroi tree' registered in the Red Book of Mongolia have been planted in Dundgobi aimag for the first time, with an initiative of NAB Group director B.Amarsanaa. Though tooroi, one of the species of populous tree is a Gobi desert plant, it does not grow in Dundgobi aimag.  “- We planted 60 tooroi trees. The tree needs a lot of watering. If these trees accustom to soil and grows well, we will plant more next year” said Mr.B.Amarsanaa. The trees will grow edging foothill of the Bor Ovoo Hill, in a park of Mandalgobi city. The tree seedlings were brought from the Alxa League (Alshaa aimag) of Inner Mongolia, autonomous region of PRC, where a forest of tooroi grows, attracting hundreds of tourists.
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Events you don’t want to miss in May
With the most pleasant season of year approaching, a number of events are in line for residents of Ulaanbaatar this month, and we are naming the major events you want to mark on your calendar in May.
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Deputy Foreign Minister B.Battsetseg meets her Turkish counterpart
On May 8, Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs of Mongolia B.Battsetseg received Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkey Ambassador Ahmet Yıldız, who is paying a visit to Mongolia on May 6-9. At the meeting, Deputy Minister B.Battsetseg expressed her satisfaction with the successful development of the bilateral relations between Mongolia and Turkey in areas of politics, defense, culture and education. She then noted that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Mongolia would like to cooperate with Turkey to intensify bilateral economic and trade ties in the future.
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Mongolian wrestlers head to Asian Championship 2017
“Asian Championship 2017”, a continental championship is scheduled to take place in New Delhi, India between May 10 and 14. Organized by the Asian Associated Wrestling Committee, the tournament will take place in 3 categories of Freestyle Seniors (in 57, 61, 65, 70, 74, 86 and 97 kg weight range), Greco-Roman (in 59, 66, 71, 75, 80 and 85 kg weight range) and Women’s wrestling Seniors (in 48, 53, 55, 58, 60, 63, 69 and 75 kg weight range).
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MCC targets to improve water supply and sanitation of Ulaanbaatar
On May 8, Mayor of Ulaanbaatar S.Batbold received Ms. Fatema Z. Sumar, the Regional Deputy Vice President of the Millennium Challenge Corporation’s /MCC/ who is paying a working visit to Mongolia on May 8 to 9.    The MCC's Investment Management Committee held its meeting on April 5 to make a decision to commence feasibility studies and detailed studies of projects to be implemented under the second MCC compact in with Mongolia. In this connection, Ms. Fatema Z. Sumar arrived in Ulaanbaatar to meet with authorities of Ulaanbaatar city, including Mayor of Ulaanbaatar  and line ministries exchanging views on further cooperation. 
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Mongolia to strengthen ties with Vietnam
On May 8, Monday, President Ts.Elbegdorj received Vice President of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, Ms Dang Thi Ngoc Thinh who arrived in Mongolia on May 7 on an official visit.
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Presidential candidates to be announced by May 17
Political parties’ candidates for June 26 Presidential election will be announced nationwide by May 17, reported General Election Commission.
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Prime Minister presents plans for construction, urban and road transport development
During the Parliament’s plenary session on May 5, Prime Minister of Mongolia J.Erdenebat discussed the current issues of construction, urban and road transportation development. According to PM J.Erdenebat, issues regarding the redraft of the policy on construction and construction material industry, development of construction material production and its exports are currently being considered. Also, a funding of the establishment of a whole sale supply network of construction materials in Zamiin-uud free trade zone, “Nalaikh” construction material industry and general plans of Baganuur Industrial Park have been settled and is now preparing the blueprints. With previous programs and investments, cement producing companies have started supplying 100 percent of the domestic needs since the first quarter of 2017 and is ready to export. 
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Japanese culture day to take place on May 20
On the occasion of the 15th anniversary of the establishment of Mongolia-Japan Center for Human Resources Development, 'Japanese Culture Day' festival will take place at the Mongolia-Japan Center in Ulaanbaatar on May 20, Saturday.    During the event, ‘How well do you know Japan? quiz, Japanese song competition and Japanese tea ceremony will be organized. Also, calligraphy arts of Japan and furoshiki - traditional Japanese wrapping cloth will be presented. 
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Vietnamese Vice President pays courtesy call on Parliament Speaker
Today, May 8, Vice President of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam Dang Thi Ngoc Thinh, who is paying an official visit to Mongolia, paid a courtesy call on Parliament Speaker M.Enkhbold, talking about bilateral relations and cooperation between Mongolia and Vietnam.  Speaker M.Enkhbold expressed his confidence that the visit would give important influence to strengthen traditional friendly relations and sustain the frequency of political talks. He highlighted the significance of inter-parliament cooperation to the relationship of the countries, expressing his content with widened relations between friendship groups in the parliaments, standing committees and Parliamentary offices of the two countries. 
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Mongolia might export up to 200 tons of goat meat to Vietnam
Minister of Foreign Affairs Ts.Munkh-Orgil made press briefing about the ongoing official visit of the Vice President of Vietnam, Ms Dang Thi Ngoc Thinh on May 8. The latter is accompanied by more than 20 businesspeople. Two countries’ business representatives will explore cooperation opportunities at the business forum to commence tomorrow, noted the FM.
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Mongolia, US Discuss Cooperation in Investment, Mining, Tourism, Space Exploration 18 hours
Ulaanbaatar, Bucheon Share Views on Traffic Congestion, Disaster Risks 18 hours
PM Reaffirms Transparency in Budget Approval 18 hours
Mongolia to Increase Coal Supply to China 19 hours
A. Baasansuren: 'Wool and Cashmere Art Creates Warm Ambience and Positive Energy at Home' 23 hours
Mongolia, Uzbekistan Explore Cooperation in Supporting Women 24 hours
Mongolian Women Entrepreneurs Awarded USD 1 Million in WEIDE Grant 1 day
PM Meets Ulaanbaatar District and Khoroo Governors 1 day
PM Zandanshatar Appreciates 30 Years of KOICA’s Cooperation 1 day
Women Entrepreneurs to Solve Shared Challenges 1 day
New Zealand House of Representatives Speaker to Visit Mongolia 1 day
AR Technology: Mother Language and Oral Tradition 1 day
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 2 days
IV International Congress of the Mongolian Society of Dermatologists Opens in Ulaanbaatar 2 days
Deputy Chair of Mongolia–Singapore Parliamentary Group Meets Senior Minister of State Sim Ann of Singapore 2 days
Scholars Present Research on 80th Anniversary of Victory in the Liberation War 2 days
PM Expresses Commitment to Strengthening Ties with Laos 5 days
Maral-Erdene Claims Fourth Victory at the Tour of Mongolia 2025 5 days
Tourism Sector Between Mongolia and South Korea Highlighted for Rapid Growth 5 days
Mongolia-Singapore Cooperation to Advance 5 days
FIBA U16 Asia Cup to Be Held in Mongolia 5 days
FEALAC: “Ulaanbaatar Declaration” Draft Finalized 5 days
US Funding Continues for “Child Protection from Human Trafficking” Project 5 days
E. Odzaya Wins Bronze at World U20 Championships 6 days
Mining Week 2025 to Be Held in September 6 days
Uniting Youth Through Cultural Diplomacy 6 days
Foreign Ministers of Mongolia and Laos Hold Official Talks 6 days
The 10th Foreign Ministers’ Meeting of FEALAC Underway 6 days
Efficient Use of Renewable Energy Resources Can Enable Regional Supply 6 days
Mongolia Wins 18 Medals at International Robotics Competition 7 days
Management Positions Reduced by 54 in Government Agencies 7 days
“President Sports Complex” Named After Heads of State to Be Built 7 days
Canadian Ambassador Presents Credentials Copy 7 days
PM: “SOEs Must Lead in Implementing the State Austerity Policy” 7 days
Mongolia and the Republic of Korea Expand Climate Change Cooperation 7 days
Foreign Minister of Laos Arrives in Mongolia 7 days
First All-Women Crew Flight Operated 7 days
Official COP17 Logo Approved 7 days
New E-Platform to Receive Reports on Environmental Violations 8 days
FEALAC and Mongolia 8 days
Household Monthly Income Rises by MNT 119,300 from 2024 8 days
Uchral Nyam-Osor: “Mongolia-Japan Economic Cooperation Partnership Needs Advancement” 8 days
Saruul Bulgan: “Women Entrepreneurs Plan Their Businesses More Optimistically Than Men” 8 days
Dryland Sustainable Landscapes Impact Program Underway 8 days
Mongolia Wins U12 Asian Open Tee Ball International Tournament 8 days
Shivee-Ovoo Mine to Increase Employee Performance Evaluation by up to 50 Percent 8 days
Mongolian Shooters Departed for the 16th Asian Shooting Championships 8 days
Success in Irrigated Agriculture: Results from a Field Experiment 8 days
Foreign Minister of the Lao People’s Democratic Republic to Pay an Official Visit to Mongolia 9 days
Over 30 Countries’ Top Horse Archers to Gather in Mongolia 9 days
"Ulaanbaatar Walking Festival 2025" to Be Held in Gorkhi-Terelj 9 days
U.S. Funding to Continue for Mongolia Water Compact Initiatives 9 days
Pastureland Photo Monitoring to Be Improved Through International Cooperation 9 days
This Week in Mongolia 9 days
Number of Mongolian Students Studying under Hungarian Government Scholarships to Be Increased 12 days
ADB to Finance Construction of 108 Schools and 95 Kindergartens 12 days
Ministry of Foreign Affairs Receives UN Police Adviser and Commissioner Faisal Shahkar 12 days
Mongolian Ambassador Meets Chairman of Korea-Mongolia Parliamentary Group 12 days
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