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MNT35 billion spent for free trade zones from state budget
A total of MNT35 billion has been spent for three free economic zones of Altanbulag, Zamyn-Uud and Tsagaannuur since their establishment, said Deputy Prime Minister U. Khurelsukh. Yesterday, April 19, the Deputy PM made a report on the activities of the free zones and future perspective at the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Economics. 77 per cent of the funding has been invested for infrastructure development of the Altanbulag free zone, which is running regular activities.
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Government and ADB agree to implement program to stabilize banking sector
The actual risk of irregularity in financial intermediary functions of banks is very high for some Mongolian banks due to the great amount of non-performing loans. In this regard, the government has agreed with the Asian Development Bank on implementing a Program on Restoration of Banking and Strengthening Financial Stability in order to compensate the financial deficit in banks to fulfill gaps of payment.
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Kyodo News interviews Mayor S.Batbold
On the sidelines of his official visit to Japan, Ulaanbaatar Mayor S.Batbold gave an interview to Japanese news agency Kyodo News, and discussed the current relationship of the two countries’ capital cities and future directions on April 19, Wednesday.
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ADB loan agreement backed
Yesterday, the Cabinet discussed and backed loan agreements between the Government of Mongolia and the Asian Development Bank to jointly implement “Social welfare support program-2” and “Restoring Bank sector and strengthening financial stability program”. Then the Cabinet decided to submit the agreements to relevant parliamentary standing committees for their consent.
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Salary loan interest rate to be lowered
During the yesterday’s cabinet meeting, Minister of Labor and Social Protection N.Nomtoibayar introduced about works being done to lower interest rate of salary loan of teachers, doctors and physicians of state owned schools and kindergartens and to invalidate fees.
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Mayor S.Batbold meets Tokyo Governor Yuriko Koike
Mayor of the capital city and Governor of Ulaanbaatar S.Batbold's official visit to Japan continues, and he met with Governor of Tokyo Yuriko Koike on April 19, Wednesday.
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Defense Minister orders to hold officials accountable for training accident
In accordance with a direction given by the Prime minister, the Council of the Defense Minister convened yesterday, April 19, to discuss the issue of holding accountable certain military officials.
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Cabinet approves national Naadam budget
During its regular meeting on April 19, Wednesday, the Cabinet approved the budget of national Naadam festival in the capital city at MNT 2 billion and 107 million, permitting Finance Minister B.Choijilsuren to allocate the money from government reserve fund.
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All tender offers to be announced by May 1
During the Cabinet’s regular meeting on April 19, Wednesday, Minister of Finance B.Choijilsuren presented a report and assessment on the 2016 activities of general budget governors in response to which the Cabinet issued several orders.
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Mongolian junior basketball team brings home 3 medals
The fifth “International Eastercup Berlin-Moabit 2017”, FIBA approved basketball tournament took place in Berlin, Germany on April 13-17. Mongolian junior athletes of two male and a female teams have participated in the event, snatching two silver and one bronze medal from the event.
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Public service to be improved with introduction of smart transportation system
The Asian Development Bank is implementing programs and projects to improve public service by introducing smart transportation system. Today, Minister of Road and Transport Development D.Ganbat met with ADB delegates, who introduced “Smart transportation system” and “Improving traffic safety” projects and future plans.
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Ambassadors attend Business Council of Mongolia monthly meeting
The Business Council of Mongolia’s monthly meeting was held on Monday, April 17 at the Best Western Tuushin with BCM Chairman Byambasaikhan Bayanjargal hosting for an audience of 110 members. Ambassador of the United States of America to Mongolia Jennifer Zimdahl Galt, Ambassador of Canada Ed Jager, Ambassador of Germany Stefan Duppel and Ambassadar of Japan Masato Takaoko were guests of the meeting. 
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Mongolia to enter 3x3 Basketball World University League
Mongolian 3x3 basketball team which claimed a gold medal at the 3rd Asian University 3x3 Basketball Championship in Malaysia returned home on April 17. The champions were warmly welcomed by the gathered crowd of family members, friends, basketball fans and representatives of Mongolian National Basketball Association (MNBA) at the Chinggis Khaan international airport.
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Historical photos of democratic revolution on view
On the occasion of the 55th birth anniversary of late S.Zorig (1962-1998) who was a prominent politician and one of the leaders of Mongolia's 1990 democratic revolution, photo exhibition is on display at the National Museum of Mongolia in Ulaanbaatar starting April 14. The official opening ceremony will be held on April 20 the birthday of S.Zorig, who was called 'Golden Swallow of Democracy'. 
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Mongolian satellite in orbit MONGOLSAT-1
With the establishment of an agreement with Bermuda-based Asia Broadcast Satellite (ABS) to co-brand 14x27 MHz capacity of its ABS-2A satellite as MONGOLSAT-1, Mongolia now has a satellite in orbit. A launching ceremony was held today, April 19, and a certificate on the co-branding agreement was presented by ABS CEO Thomas Choi to Prime Minister J.Erdenebat who attended the event to give remarks.
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Over 50 schools to be involved in Eco-Schools program
Some 55 schools of 11 aimags and Ulaanbaatar city are to be newly enrolled in 'Eco-Schools' international program network and primary trainings for them are being held.   Eco-Schools Program is an international program aimed at developing nature friendly practices through granting education of green and sustainable development, based on ISO 14001 standards, environmental management system to children, youth and local communities and through increasing their participation.
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Dr. Masataka Watanabe receives Honorary Professor award from NUM
Dr. Masataka Watanabe, the Professor of Chuo University and Chair of Global Adaptation Network was awarded a title of Honorary Professor from the School of Arts and Sciences of the National University of Mongolia for his practical contribution to the Mongolian science, in particular of the NUM. As a global leading scholar in the studies of adaptation of environmental change, Dr. Masataka Watanabe was appointed as the Co-chair of the United Nations Environmental Program’s Asia Pacific Adaptation Network in 2011 and Chair of Global Adaptation Network in 2006.  
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Natural shilajit export banned for 5 years
Export of natural baragshun or shilajit is banned for five years in raw or half processed way, by the order of the Minister of Environment and Tourism. Export ban was realized in 2014, however the ban was lifted in April 2016 and statistics shows that 2335 tons of raw baragshun was exported only in 2016.   Baragshun or shilajit is an organic compound, created through accruement as a result of natural phenomenon change and therefore it takes long time to be recovered.  However some companies are exporting baragshun in raw, causing risks to deplete the resource.
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Mayors of Ulaanbaatar and Tokyo to meet
On the occasion of the 45th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Mongolia and Japan, S.Batbold, Governor of Capital and Mayor of Ulaanbaatar city is paying an official visit to Tokyo, Japan on April 17-21.        On April 19, today, Mayor S.Batbold will be meeting with Governor of Tokyo Yuriko Koike to exchange views on bilateral relations between the two cities.
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Neil Sacker: Expenditure on social protection will not be lowered
Yesterday, April 18, President of the Confederation of Mongolian Trade Unions (CMTU) Kh.Amgalanbaatar organized a closed meeting with Resident Representative of the International Monetary Fund  in Mongolia Neil Saker to discuss about IMF's Extended Fund Facility program.
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President Khurelsukh Welcomed by President Sergio Mattarella 11 minutes
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President Khurelsukh Paid Tribute at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier 10 hours
Otgonbaatar Claims MGL-1 Fighting Championship Belt 16 hours
Views Exchanged on Infrastructure and Regional Development 16 hours
Mongolia, Japan to Expand Cooperation Between Disaster Management Agencies 17 hours
New Family Health Center Building Completed in Ulaanbaatar 20 hours
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Ulziisaikhan Luvsandorj Assumes Office as Secretary General of Parliament 23 hours
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Parliament Reviews Amendments to the Tobacco Control Law 4 days
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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
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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
State Lion Batmagnai Wins ‘Chinggis Khaan’ Cup 8 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 11 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 12 days
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Mongolia, South Korea Advance Bilateral Agenda 12 days
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