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An Esteemed Man to be Honored and Cherished in the Heart and Mind of the People of Mongolia in Perpetuity
Eulogy to Honorable Ochirbat Punsalmaa, First President of Mongolia, who passed away on January 17, 2025, aged 83. 
154 days
This Week in Mongolia
Summary of events for the week of January, 20-January 26, 2025.
155 days
Performance Monitoring Unit to Intensify Efforts to Address Ulaanbaatar's Pressing Issues
A meeting of the Performance Monitoring Unit under the Prime Minister of Mongolia to implement projects and measures to reduce air pollution and develop infrastructure in Ulaanbaatar city was held on January 11, 2025. 
162 days
Draft Law on Reducing Air and Environmental Pollution in Ulaanbaatar to Be Submitted
The draft Law on Reducing Air and Environmental Pollution in Ulaanbaatar was presented at the Cabinet session on January 8, 2025. The concept of the draft Law was approved and relevant officials were assigned to submit the draft immediately after gathering feedback from the Cabinet Ministers. 
166 days
President Khurelsukh Extends New Year Greetings
On the New Year’s Eve, H.E. Khurelsukh Ukhnaa, President of Mongolia, extended greetings to the citizens of Mongolia in a televised message.
174 days
A Glamorous Duo of Mongol and World Classics
MONTSAME Mongolian National News Agency which strives to “Bring Mongolia to the World and the World to Mongolia” has invited two distinguished and talented artists of Mongolia for an exclusive interview. These two famous artists have taken Mongolian art to the global stage and brought Mongolians closer to the classics of the world.
174 days
Law on Budget of Mongolia for 2025 Approved
The State Great Khural discussed and approved the 2025 Budget Law of Mongolia for the second time on December 12, 2024, as the President of Mongolia vetoed the initial law entirely and the Government submitted a new version of the draft law, following the Parliament’s acceptance of the veto.
193 days
Mongol Nomad Migration Recognized as Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity
Mongol nomad migration and its associated practices have been added to the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO).
193 days
Two Mongolian Pavillions Displayed at the UNCCD COP 16
Prime Minister of Mongolia Oyun-Erdene Luvsannamsrai is participating in the 16th Session of the Conference of the Parties to the UN Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD COP 16) in Riyadh, the capital city of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. 
203 days
Prime Minister of Mongolia on Working Visit to Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates
Prime Minister of Mongolia Oyun-Erdene Luvsannamsrai will participate in the sixteenth session of the Conference to the Parties (COP16) of the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD), which will be held in Riyadh, the capital city of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, on December 2-13, 2024. The Premier is on a working visit to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates between December 1-9, 2024.
204 days
National Trauma and Orthopedic Research Center of Mongolia to Collaborate With Hanoi Medical University Hospital
Director General of the National Trauma and Orthopedic Research Center of Mongolia (NTORC) E. Galbadrakh, and Associate Professor, Doctor Nguyen Lan Hieu, Director of Hanoi Medical University Hospital of the Republic of Vietnam have signed a cooperation agreement and a Memorandum of Understanding to formalize their partnership.
207 days
Mongolia and Australia Enter into Negotiations on Social Security Agreement
Representatives from the Australian Government Department of Social Services, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Mongolia, the Ministry of Family, Labor and Social Protection of Mongolia, and the Australian Embassy in Mongolia participated in the meeting and shared information on the social security systems of the two countries and exchanged views on holding the first round of negotiations in next January and developing a draft agreement.
207 days
Renewable Energy Projects Being Implemented in the Western Region of Mongolia
The Government of Mongolia and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) are jointly implementing new projects to increase renewable energy sources in the western region of Mongolia.
207 days
Mongolian Citizenship Oath Taken by 16-Year-Olds
The Government of Mongolia, the Ministry of Culture, Sports, Tourism, and Youth, and the Mongolian Youth Union NGO jointly organized the “Mongolian Citizenship Oath-Taking Ceremony” for the 22nd year.
208 days
The National Flag of Mongolia Raised, Wreaths Laid at the Statue of Sukhbaatar Damdin
In commemoration of the centennial of the Proclamation of the Mongolian People’s Republic and the Adoption of the First Constitution, the National Flag of Mongolia was ceremoniously raised in Sukhbaatar Square.
209 days
Draft Amendment to the Law on Labor Force Migration to Be Submitted to Parliament
During its regular session on November 20, 2024, the Cabinet decided to submit the draft amendment to the Law on Labor Force Migration to the State Great Khural.
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The First Route for the Cable Car in Ulaanbaatar to Be Operational Next Year
On November 16, 2024, Governor of the Capital City of Mongolia and Mayor of Ulaanbaatar City Nyambaatar Khishgee held a public briefing on the construction projects planned for the coming years under the “20-Minute City” Concept. 
216 days
New Electricity Tariffs Set
The Energy Regulatory Commission is set to increase electricity tariffs from November 15, 2024. The Energy Regulatory Commission has announced that the average electricity tariff will be raised from MNT 216 per kWh to MNT 280. The changes were made in a way to not overburden households financially and encourage them to monitor their energy consumption and save energy.
217 days
Implementation of Child Protection Compact Partnership Discussed
On November 7, 2024, the fourth Annual Dialogue of the Child Protection Compact Partnership took place at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Mongolia. 
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Mongolia and the Czech Republic to Expand Cooperation in Education
On November 7, 2024, Minister of Education of Mongolia Naranbayar Purevsuren received Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Czech Republic to Mongolia Jan Vytopil to discuss ways to further expand cooperation in education.
227 days
Mongolian Team “Alpha Gaming” Wins the PUBG Mobile Super League – Central & South Asia Spring 2025 10 hours
Health Minister Meets ADB Country Director to Discuss Projects and Programs in Health Sector 10 hours
The First National Shearing and Woolhandling Championships Hosted with Over 100 Participants 10 hours
“MongolZ” Makes History: The First Asian Team to Win 2nd Place in World Counter-Strike Championship 14 hours
2025 FIBA 3x3 World Cup to Be Held on Sukhbaatar Square 15 hours
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President of the Republic of Uzbekistan to Pay a State Visit to Mongolia 16 hours
Parliamentary Resolution for Establishing Green Financing System Approved 3 days
Meeting Held with Representatives from OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights 4 days
His Majesty Emperor Naruhito and Her Majesty Queen Masako to Pay State Visit to Mongolia 4 days
Funds Raised from Bond to Be Allocated for Milk and Dairy Production 4 days
Smart Greenhouse Complex to Be Established in Ulaanbaatar 4 days
Thermal Power Stations Instructed to Work under Special Regime 5 days
Government Discusses Amendments to State Budget at Its First Session 5 days
Mongolian Writers to Take Part in Beijing International Book Fair 6 days
Mongolian Darts Player Tergel Khurelkhuu Tops the World Rankings 6 days
Prime Minister of Mongolia Appoints Ministers 6 days
Prime Minister Presents Nominees for Members of the Government to President of Mongolia 6 days
Gankhaich Wins Bronze Medal at World Judo Championships 6 days
State Great Khural Members Meet IMF Staff Team 7 days
Mongolian Boxers Win 16 Medals at the World Boxing Cup European Series 2025 7 days
Mongolia Promotes Its Culture at the Festival of Embassies in Prague 7 days
Mongolia to Cooperate with the United Kingdom in the Field of Mineral Resources 7 days
Open-Air Museum to Be Established on the Ruins of Old City of Kharakhorum 7 days
GMIT Celebrates Graduation of Eighth Cohort 7 days
“Mongol-B” Team Wins Gold Medal at the World Rapid and Blitz Team Championships 8 days
General Department of Taxation Awarded Silver Gender Equality Seal 8 days
Young People with Disabilities Launch Advocacy Campaign 8 days
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Reconstruction of Kharkhorin City Begins 8 days
Early Detection for Autism Spectrum Disorders to Be Improved 10 days
Mongolian and International MMA Fighters to Participate in the “Khangarid Cup” 10 days
Uilstuguldur Altankhuyag Appointed Chief of Staff of the Office of the President of Mongolia 10 days
Mongolia-People’s Republic of China Joint Border Commission Agrees on Infrastructure and Security Priorities 10 days
“Chopiniana” and “Paquita” Ballets to be Staged at the Mongolian State Academic Theatre of Opera and Ballet 11 days
372 Athletes Will Receive Ranking Points for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games 11 days
“Morin Khuur” Play Named Best at Baikal Mascot International Theater Festival 11 days
34th Prime Minister Zandanshatar Gombojav Receives Government Seal of Mongolia 11 days
People's Artist E. Amartuvshin Named One of the World's Top Five Opera Singers 11 days
Gold, Mined by Artisanal and Small-Scale Miners of Mongolia to Be Supplied to International Jewelry Companies 11 days
Zandanshatar Gombojav Appointed as Prime Minister of Mongolia 11 days
Student Police to Provide Assistance and Information for Tourists in Ulaanbaatar 11 days
Center of Excellence for English Language Teaching Opens in Ulaanbaatar 11 days
FIDE World Rapid and Blitz Team Chess Championships 2025 Underway 11 days
Standing Committee on State Structure Approves Proposal to Appoint Zandanshatar Gombojav as Prime Minister 11 days
President of Mongolia Submits Proposal to Nominate Zandanshatar Gombojav as Prime Minister of Mongolia to Parliament 11 days
Construction Work on 41 Hectares of Selbe Sub-Center Project Open for the Private Sector 11 days
Asia Folk 2025 Festival to Be Held for the Seventh Year in Ulaanbaatar 11 days
Lawyer Robert Painter: “It’s a Joy to See the T-Bataar Back Home and Smiling Happier Than Ever” 11 days
“Khasyn Khuleguud” Team Advances to the Semifinals of the Basketball Champions League Asia 2025 12 days
Asia Reference Center for Election Observation to Be Established in Mongolia 12 days
Mongolia Participates in the 113th Session of the International Labor Conference in Geneva 12 days
Draft Law on Amendments to the Law on the State Great Khural Submitted 12 days
Playtime Festival to Welcome 100,000 Attendees 12 days
Mongolian Boxers Claim Twelve Medals at World Boxing Cup European Series 2025 12 days
Mongolia Celebrates Buddha Day Nationwide 12 days
Mongolian Basketball Team “Xac Broncos” Advances to Basketball Champions Asia Quarterfinals 13 days
Mongolian Judokas to Compete in the 2025 World Judo Championships Depart for Budapest 13 days
“Danshig Naadam - Khuree Tsam 2025” to Be Held on June 27-29 13 days
Ministry of Environment and Climate Change of Mongolia and the Global Land Initiative to Cooperate in Combating Desertification and Land Degradation 13 days
Silver Gerege Discovered on the Territory of Mongolia for the First Time 13 days
Buddha Day: A Day of Compassion, Empathy, and Loving Kindness 13 days
Honorary Reception Commemorating 75 Years of Mongolia-Poland Relations Held 13 days
Contract for the Construction of Gashuunsukhait-Gantsmod Cross-Border Railway Signed 14 days
Aviation Meteorological Center Introduces ISO 9001:2015 Quality-Management System 14 days
MPP Nominates Zandanshatar Gombojav for Prime Minister of Mongolia 14 days
Mongolian Youths to Study U.S. Political Systems Under MUNCEP-2025 14 days
Davaadalai Tumendalai: Solid Construction Waste Can Be Recycled and Put Into Economic Circulation as Gravel and Aggregate 14 days
“Students' Grove” Established at NUM Training and Research Center in Kharkhorin 14 days
Mongolian Chess Players to Compete in the FIDE World Rapid and Blitz Team Chess Championships 14 days
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