Highlights
President Invokes Veto on Law on Protecting Human Rights on Social Media
Under the full powers granted by the Constitution of Mongolia, the President of Mongolia Ukhnaagiin Khurelsukh has vetoed the four laws, accompanying the Law on Protecting Human Rights on Social Media. 
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Prime Minister Receives French Ambassador
Prime Minister of Mongolia L. Oyun-Erdene received Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the French Republic to Mongolia Sebastien Surun and exchanged views on bilateral relations and cooperation.
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Number of Foreign Tourists Tripled
The number of passengers crossing Mongolia's border reached 2016.2 thousand (double counting) in 2022. Compared to the previous year, the number of passengers increased by 1372.8 (3.1 times).
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Mongolia and the U.S. Sign Memorandum of Consultations
On January 24 in Washington, D.C., Deputy Assistant Secretary of the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Economic and Business Affairs Richard T. Yoneoka and Mongolian State Secretary of the Ministry of Road and Transport Development Batbold Sandagdorj signed a Memorandum of Consultations (MOC) finalizing an Air Transport Agreement between the Government of the United States and the Government of Mongolia – the first bilateral air transport agreement negotiated by the two countries. The MOC acknowledges that the aeronautical authorities of the countries intend to apply the agreement on the basis of comity and reciprocity pending its entry into force.
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Mongolian Team Becomes Three-Time Champion of World Memory Championships
The 31st World Memory Championships was grandly held online due to the pandemic between December 12-18, 2022, even though it was supposed to be taken place in China. The International Association of Memory officially announced the result and selected its winners on January 21, 2023.
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Joint Business Forums with Qatar and Kuwait to be Held
The leadership of the Mongolian National Chamber Of Commerce and Industry had an online meeting with Ambassador of Mongolia to Kuwait P. Sergelen. They exchanged views on organizing joint business forums in Qatar and Kuwait.
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Willingness Expressed to Cooperate in Major Projects
On January 19, the President of Mongolia, Ukhnaagiin Khurelsukh, received Alexey Vasilyevich Gordeyev, Deputy Chairman of the State Duma of the Russian Federation, at the State Palace.
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National Contest “Mongolian Calligrapher 2022” Organized for the 26th Year
The winners of the 26th National Contest “Mongolian Calligrapher 2022” were honored at the opening ceremony of the exhibition of the best calligraphy works. 
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Meeting Held with Deputy Chairman of Russian Duma
On January 19, Chairman of the State Great Khural of Mongolia G. Zandanshatar received Deputy Chairman of the State Duma of the Russian Federation Aleksei Gordeev within the framework of the latter’s ongoing working visit to Mongolia.
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Foreign Minister Has Telephone Conversation with Her Chinese Counterpart
On January 17, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Mongolia B. Battsetseg had a phone call with Foreign Minister of China Qin Gang and exchanged views on relations and cooperation between Mongolia and China. 
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Prime Minister L. Oyun-Erdene Participates in the Voice of Global South Summit
Ulaanbaatar, January 17 /MONTSAME/. The government of India hosted the online Voice of Global South Summit between January 12-13, 2023. The Prime Minister L. Oyun-Erdene attended and delivered a speech at the Inaugural Leaders’ session, themed “Voice of Global South: Human-Centric Development” at the invitation. Ulaanbaatar, January 17 /MONTSAME/. The government of India hosted the online Voice of Global South Summit between January 12-13, 2023. The Prime Minister L. Oyun-Erdene attended and delivered a speech at the Inaugural Leaders’ session, themed “Voice of Global South: Human-Centric Development” at the invitation. 
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Mongolia Participated as Partner Country in CMT International Tourism Fair
Mongolian artists and athletes participated and promoted their national culture, ethnic arts, and three manly games in the CMT International tourism fair held in Stuttgart, capital of southwest Germany’s Baden-Württemberg state from January 12-15.  
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Mongolia-UNESCO Cooperation Advances to New Level
Mongolian National Commission (MNC) for UNESCO held its annual all-members meeting on January 13, 2023.
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More than 60 million USD to be invested by UNICEF for child well-being in Mongolia from 2023-2027
MONTSAME News Agency interviewed Mr. Evariste Kouassi-Komlan who was appointed as the UNICEF Representative to Mongolia in November 2021. He has extensive experience with children's issues in the development and complex humanitarian contexts, with a focus on ensuring linkages between climate change and social sectors, and a history of establishing partnerships.
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Trial e-Auction of Coal Export Conducted Successfully
Mongolia will sell coal at border prices instead of mine-mouth prices through commodity exchange from February 1. Ensuring the preparation of transparent online trading, the parties involved in the coal trade, including those interested in selling and buying coal, participated in the trial e-auction of coal export.
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Mongolia to Host Continental CS:GO Tournament
Esports tournament organizer BLAST has announced the locations for three CS:GO (Counter-Strike: Global Offensive) Regional Major Ranking (RMR) tournaments with a prize pool of USD 1.25 million. For the first time in four years, the RMRs will be organized separately in European, Asian, and American regions.
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Interest Rates of Bonds Decreased from 11-12 percent to 8
At the Cabinet meeting held yesterday, Minister of Finance B. Javkhlan informed that a new five-year USD bond was successfully issued and traded to refinance the “Gerege” and “Khuraldai” bonds.
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Mongolian Companies Supply Cashmere to Chanel and Schneiders
The Ministry of Food, Agriculture and Light Industry informed that twelve new cashmere dehairing plants were under construction. Thus, Mongolia will have 43 plants in total once they start operating. 
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Financing Agreement for Smart Government II Project Signed
Minister of Finance B. Javkhlan and the World Bank Country Manager Andrei Mikhnev signed the Financing Agreement for the Smart Government II Project today. The project is funded with a USD 40.7 million credit from the World Bank. 
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Views Exchanged on Organizing Mongolia-Turkey Tourism Forum
In connection with the decision of the Government of Mongolia to declare 2023-2025 as “Years to Visit Mongolia”, the events to promote culture, history, and tourism through auto rallies will be organized in cooperation with the Government of Turkiye.
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Two Mongolian Localities Join UNESCO Global Network of Learning Cities 23 hours
Disinfection Begins at 182 Schools in Ulaanbaatar 23 hours
Cultural and Diplomatic Events Highlight 50 Years of Mongolia–Mexico Relations 23 hours
Portable Ultrasound and Fetal Heart Monitors Delivered to Remote Health Centers 23 hours
Ulaanbaatar Removes Fences and Structures to Expand Green Spaces 1 day
Morin Khuur Orchestra Performs in Rome 1 day
Three Mongolian National Team Cyclists to Compete for Thai Professional Club 1 day
Chinggis Khaan Museum, Vatican Apostolic Library Sign MoU 1 day
Mongolia, India to Advance Strategic Partnership in Digital Development and Innovation 1 day
State Secretary Pietro Parolin Pays Courtesy Call on President Khurelsukh 1 day
President Khurelsukh Meets Pope Leo XIV 1 day
Mongolia Receives Over 810,000 Tourists 1 day
Caravan of 120 Camels to Travel from Mankhan to Biysk, Russia 1 day
Gobi Desert Strictly Protected Area Administration Awarded Altan Gadas Medal 1 day
National Protected Area Consultation Targets Stronger Ranger System 2 days
Task Force Formed to Prevent Artificial Price Rise 2 days
Cabinet Endorses Mongolia’s Accession to Asian Disaster Preparedness Center 2 days
President of Chamber of Deputies of Italy Pays Courtesy Call on Mongolian President 2 days
Mongolia’s Foreign Exchange Reserves Reach USD 6 Billion 2 days
Fuel Supply Strengthened as December Purchase Orders Confirmed 2 days
Foreign Minister Meets Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Italy 2 days
President Khurelsukh Presents State Decorations to Mongolian and Italian Citizens 2 days
Netflix’s Reality Show Physical: Asia Brings Global Spotlight to Mongolia 3 days
New Museum Aims to Become Global Center for Buryat Cultural Heritage 3 days
Mongolia Launches AI and Big Data Training Program in Collaboration with Oracle 3 days
Burte Chono 2025 Award Nominees 3 days
Mongolia to Import Over 190,000 Tonnes of Fuel in December 3 days
Cooperation Opportunities Discussed at Mongolia-Italy Business Forum 3 days
Non-Staff Policy Council of Scientists Holds First Meeting 3 days
Mongolia Signals Readiness to Contribute to Global Fight Against Desertification 3 days
Bank of Mongolia Buys 899.5 kg of Precious Metals in November 3 days
FAO Director-General Pays Courtesy Call on President Khurelsukh 3 days
Interagency Coordination Needed to Strengthen Prevention of Human Trafficking 3 days
Opening of International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists Held 3 days
Mongolia, Italy Establish a Strategic Partnership 4 days
Mongolia and ILO to Cooperate in Promoting Youth Employment 4 days
Immigration Agency Launches AI-Powered Chatbot to Improve Its Services 4 days
Quilted Art Special Exhibition to Open 4 days
Mongolia to Chair CAREC Program in 2026 4 days
Mongolia Highlights COP17 Preparations in Panama 4 days
Mongolia, Russia Agree on Interregional Cooperation Until 2030 4 days
Mongolia to Host Asian Eastern Zonal Men's Volleyball Championship 2026 4 days
Karakorum Ice Festival 2025 Draws International Ice Climbers to Mongolia 4 days
Production of Key Equipment for Mongolia’s Oil Refinery Nears Completion in India 4 days
Mongolia, China Step Up Cooperation on Meat Trade 4 days
Mongolia, Germany Exchange Views on Environmental Cooperation 4 days
Mongolian Judokas Secure Three Medals at Abu Dhabi Grand Slam 4 days
‘Mongolian Day’ Investment Forum Highlights New Opportunities 4 days
Erdenes Tavantolgoi Sells 2.4 Million Tons of Coal in November 4 days
Discussing Protection of Critically Endangered Species 4 days
Tamawashi Munkh-Orgil Sets Guinness World Record 4 days
President Sergio Mattarella to Pay State Visit to Mongolia in 2026 4 days
President Khurelsukh Welcomed by President Sergio Mattarella 4 days
Real Estate Brokerage Firms Facilitate MNT 2.25 Trillion in Property Sales in Q3 2025 4 days
President Khurelsukh Paid Tribute at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier 5 days
Otgonbaatar Claims MGL-1 Fighting Championship Belt 5 days
Views Exchanged on Infrastructure and Regional Development 5 days
Mongolia, Japan to Expand Cooperation Between Disaster Management Agencies 5 days
New Family Health Center Building Completed in Ulaanbaatar 5 days
Gonchigsuren Wins Gold at Abu Dhabi Grand Slam 5 days
Ulziisaikhan Luvsandorj Assumes Office as Secretary General of Parliament 5 days
Mongolia, South Korea Celebrate 35 Years of Diplomacy 5 days
This Week in Mongolia 5 days
President Khurelsukh Arrives in Italy for State Visit 5 days
President Khurelsukh Ukhnaa Departs for Italy on a State Visit 6 days
Enkhriilen Secures Mongolia's Second Silver Medal at Abu Dhabi Grand Slam 7 days
Mongolian Judoka Ariunbold Wins Silver at Abu Dhabi Grand Slam 7 days
Parliament Approves Five-Year Development Guidelines of Mongolia for 2026-2030 7 days
Investment and Trade Agency Hosts Session to Boost Foreign Investment 7 days
‘Mongolia-UK Infrastructure Forum’ Discusses Digital Construction 8 days
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