Highlights
Road between Tosontsengel and Uliastai to be built with Chinese soft loan
At its yesterday’s meeting, the cabinet approved a draft of revised Government resolution on projects to be implemented with a soft loan of USD500 million, granted from the Government of the People’s Republic of China to the Government of Mongolia.
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Mongolia-China Young Scientists Exchange Program to be implemented
On May 2, Prime Minister J.Erdenebat 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 the Mongolian Academy of Sciences. At the beginning of the meeting, the PM J.Erdenebat expressed his view that this visit plays an important role for the development of bilateral ties between the science academies of Mongolia and China and of two countries. He added "Developing friendly relations and cooperation with the People’s Republic of China is one of the priorities of Mongolian foreign policy. I am quite satisfied with deepening of the comprehensive strategic partnership of Mongolia and China in all spheres”. 
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'Khovd Thermal Power Station' company to be established
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Mongolia's Steppe Road and China's Belt and Road initiatives to be harmonized
Yesterday, in its meeting the cabinet discussed and backed draft memorandum of understanding between Governments of Mongolia and People’s Republic of China (PRC) on coordinating initiatives ‘Steppe road’ and ‘The Belt and Road’. ‘The Belt and Road’ initiative has become interior and foreign policy strategy of PRC since Chinese leader Xi Jinping had proposed it and China appeals countries of the world to join the initiative. The initiative focuses on connectivity and cooperation in policy coordination, infrastructure construction, trade and finance and people to people relations among 65 countries, covering East Asian 11 countries, West Asian 18, South Asian 8, Central Asian 5, Commonwealth of Independent States’ 7, Middle east and east European 16 countries
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Deputy Foreign Minister receives Japanese State Minister of Internal Affairs and Communications
B.Battsetseg, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs received Kenji Harada, member of the House of Representatives and State Minister of Internal Affairs and Communications of Japan on May 2, 2017. Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs B.Battsetseg highlighted the extent of high level Strategic Partnership between Mongolia and Japan, increase in visit frequencies and deepened political trust, further noting the importance of taking Strategic Partnership to the next level.
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Erdenet mine shows profit of MNT86.7 billion in first quarter
Erdenet Mining Corporation, one of the largest copper mine has worked with a profit of MNT86.7 billion, paying tax of MNT135.5 billion in the first quarter of this year. Yesterday, May 02, Parliamentary Economic Standing Committee heard of current situation and other issues related to the company. Some factors including copper price in the world market and exchange rates have influenced to work in such profit, said the Company Director Kh.Badamsuren.
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President pays working visit to Erdenet city
President Ts.Elbegdorj arrived in Erdenet city on May 1, Monday to pay a working visit to Orkhon aimag, and held a meeting with locals to discuss the results of his activities during his tenure from 2009 to 2017.
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Democratic Party registers 6 nominees
May 2, the first day of nomination of candidates for the upcoming Presidential Election saw Democratic Party’s nominee registration, and 6 politicians registered themselves to run for the party’s candidacy.
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Parliamentary resolution clause to be reconsidered
The Mongolian People’s Party (MPP) group in parliament reached an agreement that Parliamentary resolution clause on transmission of big projects’ money through Mongolian banks should be reconsidered.  Today, the party group chairman D.Khayankyarvaa made a briefing after the group’s meeting.
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Neil Saker: IMF is cautious about investment environment worsening
The International Monetary Fund Executive Board has postponed making a final decision on its Extended Financial Facility (EFF) in Mongolia. The delay is caused by a parliamentary resolution clause on currency transmission of large-scale projects through Mongolian banks. The Executive Board was expected to make the final decision during their meeting last week. Today, on May 02, IMF Resident Representative Neil Saker gave explanations regarding the issue during a press conference at the State House. He said that the EFF has two main goals, including overcoming economic difficulties and creating policy foundation that ensures economic growth in the long term. Policy measures will be largely implemented on budget. The IMF backs the Government plan to reduce budget deficit, lowering it to 10.5 per cent of GDP this year and to have a positive balance by the beginning of 2020.
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Six children with congenital heart defect to be treated for free in Korea
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German taxidermists restoring Bogd Khan's collection of stuffed bird
Bogd Khan Palace Museum, in collaboration with the National University of Mongolia, National History Museum and Naturmuseum Senckenberg of Germany, has started the restoration of stuffed birds of the Bogd Khan Palace Museum. Also, the identification list of the bird species in the collection will be improved.
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8th Renewable Energy Forum expected to pave way for new strategies
The Eight Renewable Energy Forum is being held on May 5 under the auspices of the Prime Minister. The forum is taking place at Corporate Convention Centre, Ulaanbaatar, attracting 500 participants from home and abroad.
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Mongolian Innovation Week-2017 to be marked
The Ministry of Education, Culture and Science, Ministry of Labor and Social Protection, Ulaanbaatar Department of Industry and Innovation, Mongolian Foundation for Science and Technology and Mongolian University of Science and Technology will co-organize Mongolian Innovation Week-2017” from May 8 to 14. 
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15.2 million offspring healthy on national level
As of May 1, birth rate of domestic animals stands at 59 percent, reports the Ministry of Food, Agriculture and Light Industry. Out of 26 million dams counted on the national level, 15.4 million dams have delivered offspring.
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Speaker meets trade union representatives
Parliament Speaker M.Enkhbold received the representatives of the Confederation of Mongolian Trade Unions upon their request on May 1, Monday.
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Concession agreements of MNT11.1 trillion to be audited
Concession agreements, which totaled MNT11.1 trillion, will be audited, following the recommendation by the International Monetary Fund in connection with the implementation of its Extended Fund Facility program and to define the possibilities of financing them. 
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Stock exchange weekly review (April 24-28)
During the period between April 24 and 28, 2017, MSE conducted 5 trading sessions with a total value of MNT 21,067,600,618.78. The daily average trading valued at MNT 4.2 billion.             
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Ambassador to Lebanon presents credentials
The accredited Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Mongolia to the Lebanese Republic, Mr Ch.Bayarmunkh presented the letter of credence to the President of Lebanon, General Michel Aoun on April 28.
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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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Kyrgyz Enterprises Seek to Import Meat from Mongolia 44 minutes
Thermal, Water Plant Deal Signed with Chinese Partnership 1 hour
China-Mongolia Expo 2025 Underway 1 hour
Mongolia, South Korea to Open Joint Rare Metals Research Center 19 hours
Chinese Group Introduces Model Industrial Complex Project 19 hours
NEMA rescues 40 People Nationwide Last Week 19 hours
PM Receives MWF’s Request to Cooperate in Mental Health Protection 19 hours
President Khurelsukh Hails Efforts to Protect Mongolian Heritage Abroad 22 hours
Mongolia, US Discuss Cooperation in Investment, Mining, Tourism, Space Exploration 1 day
Ulaanbaatar, Bucheon Share Views on Traffic Congestion, Disaster Risks 1 day
PM Reaffirms Transparency in Budget Approval 1 day
Mongolia to Increase Coal Supply to China 1 day
A. Baasansuren: 'Wool and Cashmere Art Creates Warm Ambience and Positive Energy at Home' 1 day
Mongolia, Uzbekistan Explore Cooperation in Supporting Women 1 day
Mongolian Women Entrepreneurs Awarded USD 1 Million in WEIDE Grant 1 day
PM Meets Ulaanbaatar District and Khoroo Governors 2 days
PM Zandanshatar Appreciates 30 Years of KOICA’s Cooperation 2 days
Women Entrepreneurs to Solve Shared Challenges 2 days
New Zealand House of Representatives Speaker to Visit Mongolia 2 days
AR Technology: Mother Language and Oral Tradition 2 days
Working Group Starts State Loss Compensation Process 3 days
Mongolia Wins 2nd, 3rd, 4th Places at Axe International Festival 3 days
Umnugobi: Forest Belt Becomes a Haven for Gobi Birds 3 days
Public-Private Partnership to Develop 40-Hectare Land 3 days
Mongolia and Indonesia to Closely Cooperate on High-Level Visits 3 days
Over 200 Handicraft Works Showcased at the 'Mongolian Khudrug and Handicrafts Festival' 3 days
World Women Entrepreneurs Forum 2025 Commences 3 days
Hundred Mongolian Youth Participate in “Inspiring the Youth” Event 3 days
Mongolia’s “The MongolZ” Team Wins Esports World Cup 2025 3 days
Mongolia-Venezuela to Cooperate in Mining, Tourism, and Education 3 days
Mongolia, Cambodia to Strengthen Bilateral Relations 3 days
Thirteen Teams Compete in the 'ABU Robocon 2025 Ulaanbaatar' International Tournament 3 days
This Week in Mongolia 3 days
IV International Congress of the Mongolian Society of Dermatologists Opens in Ulaanbaatar 3 days
Deputy Chair of Mongolia–Singapore Parliamentary Group Meets Senior Minister of State Sim Ann of Singapore 3 days
Scholars Present Research on 80th Anniversary of Victory in the Liberation War 3 days
PM Expresses Commitment to Strengthening Ties with Laos 6 days
Maral-Erdene Claims Fourth Victory at the Tour of Mongolia 2025 6 days
Tourism Sector Between Mongolia and South Korea Highlighted for Rapid Growth 6 days
Mongolia-Singapore Cooperation to Advance 6 days
FIBA U16 Asia Cup to Be Held in Mongolia 6 days
FEALAC: “Ulaanbaatar Declaration” Draft Finalized 6 days
US Funding Continues for “Child Protection from Human Trafficking” Project 6 days
E. Odzaya Wins Bronze at World U20 Championships 7 days
Mining Week 2025 to Be Held in September 7 days
Uniting Youth Through Cultural Diplomacy 7 days
Foreign Ministers of Mongolia and Laos Hold Official Talks 7 days
The 10th Foreign Ministers’ Meeting of FEALAC Underway 7 days
Efficient Use of Renewable Energy Resources Can Enable Regional Supply 7 days
Mongolia Wins 18 Medals at International Robotics Competition 8 days
Management Positions Reduced by 54 in Government Agencies 8 days
“President Sports Complex” Named After Heads of State to Be Built 8 days
Canadian Ambassador Presents Credentials Copy 8 days
PM: “SOEs Must Lead in Implementing the State Austerity Policy” 8 days
Mongolia and the Republic of Korea Expand Climate Change Cooperation 8 days
Foreign Minister of Laos Arrives in Mongolia 8 days
First All-Women Crew Flight Operated 8 days
Official COP17 Logo Approved 8 days
New E-Platform to Receive Reports on Environmental Violations 9 days
FEALAC and Mongolia 9 days
Household Monthly Income Rises by MNT 119,300 from 2024 9 days
Uchral Nyam-Osor: “Mongolia-Japan Economic Cooperation Partnership Needs Advancement” 9 days
Saruul Bulgan: “Women Entrepreneurs Plan Their Businesses More Optimistically Than Men” 9 days
Dryland Sustainable Landscapes Impact Program Underway 9 days
Mongolia Wins U12 Asian Open Tee Ball International Tournament 9 days
Shivee-Ovoo Mine to Increase Employee Performance Evaluation by up to 50 Percent 9 days
Mongolian Shooters Departed for the 16th Asian Shooting Championships 9 days
Success in Irrigated Agriculture: Results from a Field Experiment 9 days
Foreign Minister of the Lao People’s Democratic Republic to Pay an Official Visit to Mongolia 10 days
Over 30 Countries’ Top Horse Archers to Gather in Mongolia 10 days
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