Highlights
Mongolia Report on rights of the child discussed at UN Committee session
 The 5th Report of Mongolia on the implementation of United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child was discussed at the 75th Session of the Committee on the Rights of the Child on May 26 in Geneva, Switzerland.
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Cabinet meeting in brief
Cabinet of ministers convened for regular meeting on Tuesday, May 30. Ministers P.Gankhuu and Ts.Dashdorj, and Executive Director of Erdenes Mongol Ts.Tumentsogt were tasked to build sufficient reserve of diesel fuel and petrol to ensure preparedness for the wintering at Baganuur and Shivee Ovoo mines, to organize the stripping and overhaul maintenance works in a timely manner and focus on maintaining proper amount of coal reserve of the country.
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Cyclists to compete for 24 hours to pass 240 km race
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Friendship Melodies – Celebrating 30 Years of Partnership
In celebration of the 30th anniversary of the establishment of U.S.-Mongolia diplomatic relations, the U.S. Embassy in Ulaanbaatar is proud to host members of the Philadelphia Orchestra for a June 1-4, 2017, visit to Mongolia.
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Guidelines on Government-funded Healthcare adopted
During its regular meeting on May 30, Tuesday, the Cabinet adopted Guidelines on Government-funded Healthcare.
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Operational guidelines for Emergency Commission revised
During its regular meeting on May 30, Tuesday, the Cabinet approved a revision to Operational Guidelines for State Emergency Commission.
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Prime Minister proposes to dismiss Education Minister
Prime Minister J.Erdenebat on Tuesday submitted a proposal concerning the dismissal of J.Batsuuri, Minister for Education, Culture, Science and Sports to Parliament Speaker M.Enkhbold.
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Off-road racing to run for Gobi Bear conservation
‘Mazaalai trophy 2017’ off-road racing, aimed to attract public attention to conservation of Mazaalai or Gobi Bear, will be held for the second time on 3-4 June at the Moringiin Davaa, suburb of Ulaanbaatar city.
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Preparation works to start some major projects completed
Within the implementation of the Government action plan in 2016-2020, preparation works for starting projects of Tavantolgoi, Gatsuurt and Bagakhangai power plant have completed, said Finance Minister B.Choijilsuren. Today, Budgetary standing committee of Parliament held the first hearing of Parliamentary resolution draft on adaptation of Basic guidelines of social and economic development of Mongolia in 2018. The Finance Minister and other officials answered questions of parliament members during the discussion. 
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Speaker M.Enkhbold congratulates Hakuho for 38th win
Speaker of Mongolian Parliament M.Enkhbold received today, May 30, the 69th Yokozuna (Grand Champion) of Japanese professional sumo M.Davaajargal and congratulated him on the 38th win in a bimonthly competition of the highest division of sumo. Mr Enkhbold then wished him many more years of success on the round ring of professional sumo.
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Border checkpoints to increase capacity by next year
During the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Budget’s meeting on May 30, a discussion was held on the Parliament’s draft resolution of the “Basic Guidelines for 2018 socio-economic development”.  
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Health Minister meets IOM Regional Director
On May 29, A.Tsogtsetseg, Health Minister of Mongolia received Maria Nenette Motus, Regional Director of International Organization for Migration (IOM) for Asia and the Pacific.   At the meeting, Maria Nenette Motus introduced that the IOM works to help ensure the orderly and humane management of migration, to promote international cooperation on migration issues, to assist in the search for practical solutions to migration problems and to provide humanitarian assistance to migrants in need, including refugees and internally displaced people.
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MFA Open Day brings a multi-cultural atmosphere to central square
“Having established diplomatic relations with 186 countries around the world and joined 58 international organizations, Mongolia has become a respected member of the international community”, remarked Minister of Foreign Affairs Ts.Munkh-Orgil as he gave a speech at the Open Day of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs today, May 30.
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Russian Minister of Internal Affairs to visit Mongolia
Minister of Internal Affairs of the Russian Federation, General of the Police V.A.Kolokoltsev is to pay an official visit to Mongolia at the invitation of Minister of Justice and Home Affairs of Mongolia S.Byambatsogt. 
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Sand Festival 2017 to take place in Gobi-Altai aimag in July
Sand Festival-2017 cultural event will take place on July 24-25 at the Ereen Lake tourist camp in Gobi-Altai aimag, Mongolia. During the festival, various cultural events, an exhibition of 'Made in Mongolia' products products for tourists, and sport competitions, sand volleyball, relay race to mountain top, sandboarding, sand sumo wrestling, polo match, anklebone shooting, children’s wrestling, and colt racing will be held. 
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10 thousand children to be gifted free milk on Children’s Day
As the UN Food and Agriculture Organization marks the 17th World Milk Day on June 1, Mongolia is to celebrate the day for the second time under the slogan ‘Let’s bless the future with milk’ this Thursday, Children’s Day.
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Speaker M.Enkhbold meets delegates from Thailand
On May 29, Monday, Parliament Speaker M.Enkhbold received delegates of Thailand led by Kosol Petchsuwan, President of Mongolia-Thailand Parliamentary Friendship Group and Member of National Legislative Assembly of Thailand.
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Prime Minister presents government's actions in light industry
During the Parliament’s plenary session held on May 26, Prime Minister J.Erdenebat presented the Government’s activities towards developing light industry.  According to PM J.Erdenebat, the economic growth has shown increases in the first quarter of 2017. The major products in the sector, namely cashmere, wool, leather, textiles, wood and carpentry products constitute 60 percent of the total output of the industry. As of 2016, around 2 thousand factories were operating in this field, providing workplace for 48.8 thousand people.  
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Final stage of project on mother and child’s health launched
"Innovation in maternal and newborn health services, Mongolia: from pilot to Institutionalization”, the exit phase of the Telemedicine project was launched today, May 29. The project has been under realization since 2007 with support of UN Population Fund and the Government of Luxembourg.
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National currency rate strengthened amid foreign exchange reserves increase
Mongolian national currency rate against US dollar has been tightened in the last several days. According to the Bank of Mongolia, today, May 29, buy rate of one USD equals to MNT2395, and sell rate equals to MNT2406.50 on the interbank foreign exchange platform.  A few days ago, for example on May 25, buy rate was MNT2405 and sell rate was MNT2411.
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Investment and Trade Agency Hosts Session to Boost Foreign Investment 2 days
‘Mongolia-UK Infrastructure Forum’ Discusses Digital Construction 3 days
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Parliament Reviews Amendments to the Tobacco Control Law 3 days
President of Mongolia Khurelsukh Ukhnaa to Pay State Visit to Holy See 3 days
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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Ulaanbaatar Targets 50 Percent Waste Recycling by 2040 3 days
Ulaanbaatar Metro Construction to Commence in 2026 3 days
Mongolia-Japan Public-Private Sectors Hold XII Consultative Meeting 4 days
Mayor Nyambaatar: ‘Construction of Tuul Highway to Begin in March 2026’ 4 days
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
MPP Group Backs Uchral for Speaker of Parliament 11 days
Porcelain Exhibition Opens in Honor of Factory’s 70th Anniversary 11 days
Education Infrastructure: 12 Schools, 24 Kindergartens set for 2025 Launch 11 days
MPP Conference Holds First Session, Elects New Leadership 12 days
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