Highlights
Darkhan thermal power plant project requires additional fund
During its regular meeting on May 24, Wednesday, the Cabinet discussed and approved draft documents on the 2016-2017 agreement between the Governments of Mongolia and Germany for financial cooperation on ‘Energy Efficiency’ project and agreement on additional loan between the Ministry of Finance and KfW Bank based in Frankfurt.
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Foreign Minister Ts.Munkh-Orgil to visit US
During its regular meeting on May 24, Wednesday, the Cabinet discussed Foreign Minister Ts.Munkh-Orgil’s upcoming official visit to the United States.
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State hospital working to reduce number of patients going abroad for medical care
The State Third Hospital has reduced the number of untreatable diseases in Mongolia by offering treatment for arrhythmia and latest versions of cerebral surgeries. On May 24, State Secretary for Health D.Ochirbat visited the hospital. He got acquainted with the operations of the hospital, workload for physicians and various departments and listened to the workers and patients expressing their opinions on problems facing Mongolia’s health sector nowadays, and gave some directions. 
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World Bank and Ulaanbaatar city partner to improve municipal capital investment planning and public transport financing
World Bank Country Manager for Mongolia James Anderson and Ulaanbaatar city Deputy Mayor P.Bayarkhuu signed a Memorandum of Understanding to jointly strengthen the capital investment planning process of Ulaanbaatar, the capital city of Mongolia, and the financial sustainability of the city’s public transport sector on May 23.
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Over 160 legal scholars attend national forum
By the initiative of the Minister of Justice and Home Affairs, the first National Forum of Legal Scholars took place on May 23, Tuesday, assembling more than 160 legal scholars with the oldest participant being 88 and the youngest 29.
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Miyakonojo city delegation meets Parliamentary Speaker
Today, May 24, Japanese delegates from Miyakonojo city, headed by the city Mayor Ikeda Takahisa, who are on a visit to Mongolia at the invitation of Ulaanbaatar Mayor S.Batbold, paid a courtesy call on Parliamentary Speaker M.Enkhbold.  
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B.Tsogtbat-Ochir: Number of tourists increases during construction and tourist seasons
The Immigration Agency and the MONTSAME agency are cooperating on providing useful information to residents and visitors who are planning to travel or work in Mongolia. The following is an interview with Immigration Officer B.Tsogtbat-Ochir who addresses important issues to help foreign nationals understand Mongolian law and regulations on immigration.
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Government debt amounts to MNT20 trillion, below the threshold
As of the first quarter of this year, the Government debt is around MNT20 trillion, comprised of foreign debt of MNT13 trillion, internal debt of MNT5 trillion and Government guaranteed outstanding loan of MNT1 trillion. At the end of 2016, the Government debt totaled to MNT22 trillion, including foreign debt of MNT12 trillion, domestic debt of MNT6 trillion and Government guaranteed loan of MNT3 trillion. 
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Mongolia-Russia consular consultative meeting takes place
On May 22, the fifteenth consular consultative meeting between Ministries of Foreign Affairs of Mongolia and Russia took place in Ulaanbaatar. At the meeting, the sides exchanged views on issues concerning consular affairs and protection of citizens’ rights and other issues of bilateral cooperation. The consular consultation was headed by Ya.Ariunbold, Director of Consular Department of Mongolian Foreign Ministry and N.M.Latipov, Vice Director of Consular Department of Russian Foreign Ministry. 
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Mazaalai miniature satellite to be launched in June
Mongolia’s very first satellite ‘Mazaalai’ will be sent to space with “SpaceX Falcon 9” rocket at Kennedy Space Center, Florida on June 2 at 5:50AM /Ulaanbaatar Time/. Aside from Mongolia, satellites of Japan, Nigeria, Ghana and Bangladesh will be delivered into space on this day. Three young Mongolian students pursuing doctorate degree at the Kyushu Institute of Technology finished building this miniature satellite on January 1, 2017. From determining the satellite’s roles to designing, developing and experimenting the satellite was all done by the students.
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UNECE launches environmental performance review of Mongolia
The Environmental Performance Review (EPR) of Mongolia kicked off on 22 May 2017, with a field mission beginning in Ulaanbaatar. Fifteen experts from different countries and the United Nations secretariat will work in Mongolia for 10 days to review the country’s progress in improving environmental policies over the past three decades.
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Two resolutions sponsored by Mongolia adopted by ESCAP 73rd session
The 73rd session of the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP) convened from 15 to 19 May 2017 in Bangkok, Thailand. Delegations from 45 member-states of the Commission attended the session, which was held under the theme of the “Regional Cooperation for Sustainable Energy” and discussed the issues related to enhancing cooperation on inclusive and sustainable socio-economic development in the region.
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Mongolian team performs historic best in AFC Futsal Championship
The biennial international “2017 AFC U-20 Futsal Championship” is taking place in Bangkok, Thailand between May 16 and 26. Under the head coach Erdene-Ochir Sandagdorj, Mongolian team won against the Chinese team and got qualified for the knockout stage.
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Mongolian and German health ministers pledge cooperation in training physicians
On the sidelines of her attendance in the 70th World Health Assembly, being held in Geneva, Minister of Health A.Tsogtsetseg met with her German counterpart Hermann Grohe and exchanged opinions on bilateral cooperation.   The dignitaries agreed on resuming annual consultative meetings of health to be hosted by both countries in turns.
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Parking complex to be built at entrance to hiking trail of Bogd Khan Mountain
A complex station of car and bicycle parking, bus stop and taxi stand will be built at the entrance to the hiking trail of the Bogd Khan Mountain, Strictly Prohibited Area (SPA), covering 1.2 ha of land. The Bogd Khan Mountain, lies in the south of Ulaanbaatar city is one of attractive traveling areas for Mongolians as well as foreigners.    There are three main routes of hiking trails to the Bogd Khan Mountain, and the busiest route Zaisan-Dugui Tsagaan-Baruun Shireet is occupied by 4000-5000 people during the weekends and 350-400 cars aggregate at the starting point, blocking the area. 
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Training on statistical data integration ongoing
A two-day training themed ‘Information and Communication Technology statistics and international trends’ is being held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on May 22-23.
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Mongolian volleyball team loses to S.Koreans in close game
The final of a section of the East Asian Volleyball Championships was between the teams of Mongolia and South Korea on Monday. The Mongolian team was defeated by 2:3 in a very close match, and was qualified for the semi-final. Mongolia’s first rival in the semi-final will be Japan. In Section A, South Korea is to play against Macao, which Mongolia clean swept by 3:0 in the first match.
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Student soldiers satisfied with theoretical training
Students partaking in the ongoing ‘Student Soldier’ program expressed their satisfaction at the program’s quality and benefits to Minister of Education, Culture, Science and Sports J.Batsuuri and Minister of Defense B.Bat-Erdene on May 22, Monday.
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7374 Mongolians to vote for president from abroad
The registration of Mongolians living abroad for the upcoming Presidential election was completed by May 20, reported the General Election Commission (GEC) on May 22, Monday.
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Deputy PM attending 5th Global Platform for Disaster Risk Reduction
Mongolian delegation, headed by Deputy Prime Minister U.Khurelsukh is attending the  5th Global Platform for Disaster Risk Reduction in Cancún, Mexico, from 22 to 26 May. The Global Platform for Disaster Risk Reduction, as recognized by the UN General Assembly, is the main forum at the global level for strategic advice, coordination, partnership development and the review of progress in the implementation of international instruments on disaster risk reduction. It was established in 2006 and is now the world's foremost gathering of stakeholders committed to reducing disaster risk and building the resilience of communities and nations. Over 5000 representatives of governments, international organizations and civil society including some prime ministers, member of parliaments, and UN high ranking officials are attending the conference.  
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Mongolia, Italy Establish a Strategic Partnership 31 minutes
Mongolia and ILO to Cooperate in Promoting Youth Employment 42 minutes
Immigration Agency Launches AI-Powered Chatbot to Improve Its Services 2 hours
Quilted Art Special Exhibition to Open 2 hours
Mongolia to Chair CAREC Program in 2026 2 hours
Mongolia Highlights COP17 Preparations in Panama 2 hours
Mongolia, Russia Agree on Interregional Cooperation Until 2030 4 hours
Mongolia to Host Asian Eastern Zonal Men's Volleyball Championship 2026 4 hours
Karakorum Ice Festival 2025 Draws International Ice Climbers to Mongolia 6 hours
Production of Key Equipment for Mongolia’s Oil Refinery Nears Completion in India 6 hours
Mongolia, China Step Up Cooperation on Meat Trade 8 hours
Mongolia, Germany Exchange Views on Environmental Cooperation 8 hours
Mongolian Judokas Secure Three Medals at Abu Dhabi Grand Slam 8 hours
‘Mongolian Day’ Investment Forum Highlights New Opportunities 8 hours
Erdenes Tavantolgoi Sells 2.4 Million Tons of Coal in November 8 hours
Discussing Protection of Critically Endangered Species 8 hours
Tamawashi Munkh-Orgil Sets Guinness World Record 9 hours
President Sergio Mattarella to Pay State Visit to Mongolia in 2026 9 hours
President Khurelsukh Welcomed by President Sergio Mattarella 9 hours
Real Estate Brokerage Firms Facilitate MNT 2.25 Trillion in Property Sales in Q3 2025 9 hours
President Khurelsukh Paid Tribute at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier 19 hours
Otgonbaatar Claims MGL-1 Fighting Championship Belt 1 day
Views Exchanged on Infrastructure and Regional Development 1 day
Mongolia, Japan to Expand Cooperation Between Disaster Management Agencies 1 day
New Family Health Center Building Completed in Ulaanbaatar 1 day
Gonchigsuren Wins Gold at Abu Dhabi Grand Slam 1 day
Ulziisaikhan Luvsandorj Assumes Office as Secretary General of Parliament 1 day
Mongolia, South Korea Celebrate 35 Years of Diplomacy 1 day
This Week in Mongolia 1 day
President Khurelsukh Arrives in Italy for State Visit 1 day
President Khurelsukh Ukhnaa Departs for Italy on a State Visit 2 days
Enkhriilen Secures Mongolia's Second Silver Medal at Abu Dhabi Grand Slam 3 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 4 days
MONTSAME Set to Welcome Korean-language to its Editorial 4 days
Parliament Reviews Amendments to the Tobacco Control Law 4 days
President of Mongolia Khurelsukh Ukhnaa to Pay State Visit to Holy See 4 days
Ministry Urges Restrictions on Mass Celebrations, Sports, and Cultural Events 4 days
President of Mongolia Khurelsukh Ukhnaa to Pay State Visit to Italy 4 days
Mongolia Accelerates Digital Compliance Ahead of 2028 FATF Evaluation 4 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 5 days
Mayor Nyambaatar: ‘Construction of Tuul Highway to Begin in March 2026’ 5 days
Mongolia Wins Two Medals at Tokyo 2025 Deaflympics 5 days
Foreign Minister Battsetseg Meets Ambassador of Tajikistan to Strengthen Bilateral Ties 5 days
Australia Marks 101st Anniversary of Republic and First Constitution of Mongolia 5 days
Prime Minister Appoints New First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Food, Agriculture and Light Industry 5 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 7 days
Thermal Power Plant 5 Targets Cleaner Air, Reliable Energy for Ulaanbaatar 7 days
Parliament Considers Draft Resolution on Severe Weather Support 7 days
Ulaanbaatar Receives 2,200-4,400 Tons of Semi-Coke Fuel Daily 7 days
Mongolia Secures Two Freestyle Wrestling Bronzes at Tokyo 2025 Deaflympics 7 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 8 days
Unveiling the Marvel of Mongolia’s Bone Carving Heritage 8 days
Mongolian Director Wins NETPAC Award at Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival 8 days
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