Highlights
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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Arslan Rinchin awarded Sasakawa Health Prize
Scientist from Mongolia Arslan Rinchin has been awarded the Sasakawa Health Prize according to a decision of the Executive Board of the World Health Organization (WHO). Mongolian Minister of Health A.Tsogtsetseg accepted the award, on behalf of R.Arslan, during the 70th World Health Assembly.
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First ever project to target financial consumer protection underway
The Asian Development Bank established a memorandum of understanding with Bank of Mongolia on realizing financial consumer protection sub-component of Supporting Financial sector development and stability of Mongolia project. Within the project, a study on financial consumer protection was carried-out and a recommendation was released. 
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Program for Herders’ pre-school children wraps up
Save the Children Mongolia and the Ministry of Education, Culture, Science and Sports have successfully implemented a project that helps herders’ children make a good start to their education. The project demonstrated significant results for 8,500 herder children, their parents, teachers, community and rural areas.
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Mongolian judo team follows Japan and S.Korea by medal count
Members of Mongolian national team of judo has won one gold, three silver and five bronze medals at the Asian Judo Championships 2017, commenced on May 26 in Hong Kong. 18 judokas represented Mongolia at the championships, which attracted a total of 244 wrestlers from 29 countries.
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June events worth catching
With tourist arrivals peaking, Mongolian summer is commonly agreed by many as the most pleasant season in the country. As the first month of summer approaches, we are presenting major events to take place in June.
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Deputy PM U.Khurelsukh becomes Asian Champion for disaster risk reduction
The Deputy Prime Minister of Mongolia, H.E. U. Khurelsukh was recognized as an Asian Champion for Disaster Risk Reduction on May 26 at the Global Platform in Mexico. H.E. U. Khurelsukh received the award from United Nations Secretary General’s Special Representative for Disaster Risk Reduction Mr Robert Glasser for his consistent passion, commitment and achievement on the issue.
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Uvurkhangai aimag to establish meat factory jointly with Chinese and US companies
Uvurkhangai aimag is going to establish a meat processing factory jointly with Hai Chuan Group of Guizhou province, China and Jarves Mongolia Company of USA. During Prime Minister J.Erdnebat's visit to China, Governor of Uvurkhangai aimag G.Ganbold signed a memorandum with the parties on establishing the factory and supplying its product to international markets. Governor G.Ganbold was interviewed on the matter.
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Workshop on trade policy held between Mongolia and Korea
Within the framework of a joint research for studying the opportunities to establish Economic Partnership Agreement between Mongolia and the Republic of Korea, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Mongolia held a Mongolia-Korea Workshop on Trade Policy in cooperation with Korea Institute for International Economic Policy (KIEP) at Corporate Convention Center on May 25-26.
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This Thursday is a public holiday
June 1, Children’s Day is observed as a public holiday in Mongolia, with celebrations taking place not only on every household level, but also through a number of public events organized on the central square and other entertainment centers.
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S.Ganbaatar: One with the better plan and stronger will must win
On May 27, Saturday, presidential candidate of Mongolian People’s Revolutionary Party S.Ganbaatar received his certificate of candidacy from the General Election Commission.
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Kh.Battulga: Mongolians will triumph
On May 27, Saturday, presidential candidate of Democratic Party Kh.Battulga was issued his certificate of candidacy by the General Election Commission, and members of the Democratic Party and Civil Will-Green Party gathered outside the commission building to express their support.
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M.Enkhbold: I will win for the benefit of Mongolians
On May 27, Saturday, the General Election Commission issued a certificate of candidacy to M.Enkhbold, presidential candidate of ruling Mongolian People’s Party, and the party’s supporters had gathered outside the commission building.
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Mongolian judo teams grab silver medals at continental championships
Mongolian national male and female judo teams have won silver medals at the Asian Judo Championships 2017, held in Hong Kong. Team championships has been carried out for the fifth year, and Mongolian women’s team always made the finals.
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GEC adopts election broadcasting guidelines
The General Election Commission (GEC) met on May 26, Friday to discuss some organizational issues surrounding the upcoming Presidential election.
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Mongolia-Kuwait intergovernmental commission holds its first meeting
The first meeting of the Intergovernmental commission between Mongolia and Kuwait was held on 23-24 May in Kuwait city. Mongolian delegation headed by Head of Cabinet Secretariat J.Munkhbat took part in the meeting, where talks, touching on the development of economic cooperation between the two countries, issues on investment and nonrefundable aid, implementation of joint projects and developing cooperation in cultural and media sector, were held.
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Ch.Azzaya wins silver from Asian Women’s Judo Championships
Mongolian judoka Ch.Azzaya lost the bout for gold in 52 kg category of the Asian Women’s Championships 2017 and grabbed silver medal. Her rival for the final bout was Ai Shishime of Japan, who won the bout by Wazari in extra time.
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M.Urantsetseg becomes Asian champion for the second time
Urantsetseg Munkhbat (48 kg) won her second gold medal from the Women’s Judo Asian Championships, having defeated G.Otgontsetseg of Kazakhstan in the final bout.
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MSE marks 12th anniversary of first IPO in Mongolia
Twelve years ago, the first Initial Public Offering (IPO, an act of offering the stock of a company on a public stock exchange for the first time) was issued in the Mongolian Stock Exchange on May 25, 2005. Chief Representative of Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) Sato Mutsumi hit the gong of MSE to open the 5482nd trading session, which coincided with the 12th anniversary. 
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Border stations to be closed on May 30 and June 01
Border stations of Mongolia and China will be closed on May 30 and June 01. Border stations do not work on the day of Dragon Boat Festival of China and International Children’s day on June 01.   Dragon Boat Festival occurs on the fifth day of the fifth month on the Chinese lunar calendar and the festival of 2017 falls on May 3. International trains and flights will be conducted to their usual schedule.
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President Khurelsukh Paid Tribute at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier 4 hours
Otgonbaatar Claims MGL-1 Fighting Championship Belt 10 hours
Views Exchanged on Infrastructure and Regional Development 10 hours
Mongolia, Japan to Expand Cooperation Between Disaster Management Agencies 11 hours
New Family Health Center Building Completed in Ulaanbaatar 14 hours
Gonchigsuren Wins Gold at Abu Dhabi Grand Slam 15 hours
Ulziisaikhan Luvsandorj Assumes Office as Secretary General of Parliament 16 hours
Mongolia, South Korea Celebrate 35 Years of Diplomacy 16 hours
This Week in Mongolia 18 hours
President Khurelsukh Arrives in Italy for State Visit 18 hours
President Khurelsukh Ukhnaa Departs for Italy on a State Visit 1 day
Enkhriilen Secures Mongolia's Second Silver Medal at Abu Dhabi Grand Slam 2 days
Mongolian Judoka Ariunbold Wins Silver at Abu Dhabi Grand Slam 3 days
Parliament Approves Five-Year Development Guidelines of Mongolia for 2026-2030 3 days
Investment and Trade Agency Hosts Session to Boost Foreign Investment 3 days
‘Mongolia-UK Infrastructure Forum’ Discusses Digital Construction 3 days
MONTSAME Set to Welcome Korean-language to its Editorial 3 days
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
Mongolia Accelerates Digital Compliance Ahead of 2028 FATF Evaluation 3 days
Ulaanbaatar Targets 50 Percent Waste Recycling by 2040 4 days
Ulaanbaatar Metro Construction to Commence in 2026 4 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 5 days
Munkhsukh Sukhbaatar to Lead Oyu Tolgoi as Chief Executive Officer 5 days
Open Day Held at Center for Sports Medicine and Research 5 days
Government Allocates MNT 1 Billion for Overtime Incentives of Medical Staff 5 days
Mongolia Joins Global Campaign to End Tech-Facilitated Gender-Based Violence 5 days
MIAT Representative in Seoul Awarded 'Honorary Citizen of Seoul' 5 days
Mongolian Citizenship Oath Ceremony Held for the 23rd Year 6 days
Mongolia Advances Regional Integration with Three CAREC Document Signing 6 days
Mongolia Observes Republic Proclamation and First Constitution Anniversary 6 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 7 days
National Discussion on Political Finance Integrity 7 days
Mongolia Elected to UNESCO World Heritage Committee for 2025-2029 7 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 8 days
Young Talent Shines at the National Adult Chess Championships of Mongolia 8 days
Mongolia, Switzerland Sign Climate Agreement at COP 30 8 days
Mongolian Artist Crowned Winner of ‘Silk Way Star’ Song Competition 8 days
Deputy PM Led Working Group Reviews Operations of Tsagaannuur Free Zone 8 days
Mongolia Presents UNESCO Recognized Heritage 8 days
GDP per Worker Reaches MNT 6.2 Million 8 days
This Week in Mongolia 8 days
Mongolia, Russia Sign MoU to Deepen Financial Cooperation 8 days
PM Zandanshatar Orders Deployment of Additional Resident Doctors 8 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 11 days
Chuluun Sampildondov: Museum Aims at Contributing to Reshaping Global Perspectives on Chinggis Khaan 11 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 12 days
Mongolia, South Korea Intergovernmental Committee Holds Session 12 days
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