Highlights
Deputy Prime Minister to head working group at Zamiin-Uud
As according to the order of the Prime Minister of Mongolia, a working group has been established to enhance the operations of border checkpoints and accelerate the transport of export and import products during the pandemic. 
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12 cases of Omicron variant confirmed in Mongolia
General Director of the National Center for Communicable Diseases Ts. Bilegtsaikhan today, January 7, reported that as a result of the genomic sequencing, Omicron variant of SARS-CoV-2 was confirmed in 12 samples in the country.
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Mongolia’s market capitalization reaches MNT 6 trillion as APU share price grows
The stocks of APU JSC are leading the market capitalization of companies listed in the Mongolian Stock Exchange. On January 5, the market rates of the company’s shares increased by 1.4 percent, with its share price reaching MNT 1,901. As a result, the company has reached market capitalization worth MNT 2 trillion for the very first time.
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Cabinet approves structure of two ministries soon to be established
At an irregular meeting today on January 6, the Cabinet approved the strategy and structure of the Ministry of Economy and Development and the Ministry of Digital Development and Communications, which will soon be established.
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First forum of Council of professional associations kicks off
On January 6, the first forum of the Council of professional associations kicks off at Great Hall of Mongolian National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MNCCI).
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COVID-19: 570 new cases, two deaths reported
The Ministry of Health reported that 570 new cases of COVID-19 have been reported in the past 24 hours. Specifically, 339 cases were reported in Ulaanbaatar city, with 212 cases in rural aimags and 19 imported cases.
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Citizens to get 4th dose voluntarily
 At its regular meeting today, January 5, the Cabinet assigned Deputy Prime Minister S.Amarsaikhan and Minister of Health S.Enkhbold to take measures on involving citizens in the 4th dose of the vaccine against coronavirus and providing related information and instructions in connection with the rapid spread of Omicron variant of the coronavirus in the world.
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Resolution on Khushig Valley free economic zone to be submitted to parliament
At its regular meeting on January 5, the Cabinet discussed the parliamentary resolution on the Khushig Valley free economic zone and decided to submit it to the parliament. 
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Updates made to temporary regulations on business operations during COVID-19 pandemic
At the regular Cabinet meeting today on January 5, the temporary regulations on operations of businesses were updated. Currently, 66.5 percent of the country’s total population have been involved in both doses, while 28.5 percent have been administered with an additional dose.
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Coal and iron concentrate export decreases due to border closure
According to the Ministry of Mining and Heavy Industry, 21,302.9 thousand tons of coal was mined last year. Last year, 15,941.7 thousand tons were exported, which showed a 44.3 percent decrease compared to the same period of the previous year.
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Mongolian men’s U23 team tops FIBA 3x3 Federation Ranking
Mongolian men’s U23 team has come first in the International Basketball Federation (FIBA)’s 3x3 Federation Ranking.
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More than 10 varieties of grain to be tested
 More than 10 varieties of cereal crops, 3 of vegetables and 4 of fruits will be tested this year.
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Buyant-Ukhaa airport becomes certified for backup airport operations
A certificate has been presented for Buyant-Ukhaa airport to be operated as a backup airport. Per the resolution issued by the Government, the airport was decided to be operated as a backup airport for international and domestic flights.
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COVID-19: 585 new cases, three deaths reported
The Ministry of Health reported that 585 new cases of COVID-19 have been reported in the past 24 hours. Specifically, 385 cases were reported in Ulaanbaatar city, with 196 cases in rural aimags and four imported cases.
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Slightly warmer temperatures expected in most parts of the country
The weather is expected to be stable in most parts of the country in the coming few days, with daytime temperatures becoming slightly warmer.
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Revised Law on Labor allows to resolve labor disputes promptly
 The revised Law on Labor has been in force since the beginning of this year. One of the amendments to the law is the creation of the legal framework to resolve labor disputes quickly.
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Mongolia to export flour
According to the Minister of Food, Agriculture and Light Industry, Mongolia has had the right to export flour to China.
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WHO hands over diagnostic ultrasound devices
Today, January 4, WHO has handed over to the Ministry of Health 10 portable ultrasound diagnostic devices and Tamiflu medicine to reduce the workload of the health sector caused by seasonal flu.
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COVID-19: 488 new cases, two deaths reported
The Ministry of Health reported that 138 new cases of COVID-19 have been reported in the past 24 hours. Specifically, 360 cases were reported in Ulaanbaatar city, with 100 cases in rural aimags and 28 imported cases.
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Mongolia’s stock market to further expand in 2022
The Mongolian Stock Exchange (MSE) was recently highlighted as the top performing stock market of 2021 by Bloomberg. As of December 5, the MSE Top 20 index grew by 104 percent as of December 5, which served as the core factor for Mongolia’s stock exchange to be considered as one of the leading markets.
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His Majesty Emperor Naruhito and Her Majesty Empress Masako of Japan Arrive in Mongolia on a State Visit 14 hours
Masterworks of Modern Mongolian Craftsmen Exhibited at the Chinggis Khaan National Museum 3 days
Launch Event of the SOAP II Project in Darkhan-Uul Aimag 3 days
NEMA Reports Rising Risk of Floods and Wildfires Across Mongolia 3 days
Mongolian Participants Depart for 57th International Chemistry Olympiad in United Arab Emirates 3 days
National Forum of Civil Servants Emphasizes Reforms for Effective Public Service 3 days
“Open Parliament: Expert” Senior Experience Sharing Program to Be Implemented 3 days
Mongolia to Cooperate with South Korea in Developing Specialized Social Protection Services 3 days
Mongolia’s “TOP-100” Businesses of 2024 Recognized 3 days
Mongolia Records 24 Moderate Earthquakes in First Half of 2025 3 days
Discussion Held on Improving Cooperation with Neighboring Countries in the Transport Sector 4 days
U. Tuya: Human Rights Education to Be Delivered at All Levels from Preschool to Higher Education 4 days
Ambassador Igawahara Masaru: "The State Visit of Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan will Open a New Chapter in the Relationship between Japan and Mongolia" 4 days
Nine State-Owned Energy Companies in Western Region Consolidated into Four 4 days
Functional Overlaps of Government Organizations to Be Eliminated 4 days
Mongolian Women’s Basketball Team Achieves Historic Silver Medal 4 days
The Bank of Mongolia Purchases 5.9 Tons of Precious Metals in First Half of 2025 4 days
International Standards for Biodiversity Conservation to Be Localized in Mongolia 4 days
Japan-Mongolia Sasakawa Scholarship Program to Be Implemented for 12 Years 4 days
89th “Mongolian Athletes’ Day” Celebrated 5 days
“Chinggis Khaan” International Airport Became One of the World’s Ten Most Improved Airports 5 days
Mongolian National Team Playmaker Nandinkhusel Joins Florida’s “Panthers” 5 days
Women’s 3x3 Basketball Team Members Awarded Honored Athlete Titles 5 days
History and Heritage of Undur Gegeen Zanabazar in the Focus of International Scholars 5 days
Project to Improve E-Waste Management to be Implemented 5 days
Mongolia Hosts Executive Council Meeting of the Asia-Pacific Postal Union 5 days
Prime Minister of Mongolia Highlights its Commitment to Stable and Reliable External Environment 6 days
Scientific Conference Highlights Achievements in Safeguarding Mongol Biyelgee 6 days
OECD Upgrades Country Risk Classification of Mongolia 6 days
Mongolia Hosts High-Level Policy Dialogue in East Asia on AI-Enabled Higher Education 6 days
Mongolian Filmmakers Taking Steps toward Presenting Their Projects to International Producers 6 days
A Total of 12 Wildfires Extinguished Nationwide 7 days
“Urban Planning Concept of Hunnu City” International Open Competition Announced 7 days
“The World of Juraan” Exhibition Unveiled to Showcase Marvel of Bronze Sculptures 7 days
Mongolia and Eurasian Economic Union Sign Interim Free Trade Agreement 7 days
“The Secret History of Chinggis Khaan’s Espionage” Presented to Readers 7 days
Mongolian Judokas Win One Gold and Two Bronze Medals at “Russian Tour-2025” 7 days
“Danshig Naadam - Khuree Tsam 2025” Mongol Religious and Cultural Festival Held 7 days
Mongolian National Appointed as UN Resident Coordinator in Kazakhstan 7 days
First Political Consultations between the Ministries of Foreign Affairs of Mongolia and the Kingdom of Belgium Takes Place in Brussels 7 days
Mongolia Cooperates with Thailand in Weather Modification in the Gobi Region 7 days
Mongolian Women’s Basketball Team Achieves Historic Silver Medal 7 days
This Week in Mongolia 7 days
Foreign Ministers of Mongolia and the Republic of Kazakhstan Hold Official Talks 10 days
President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Pays a State Visit to Mongolia 10 days
Japan-Mongolia Sasakawa Scholarship Program to Be Implemented for 12 Years 10 days
Agreement Reached to Export 2,000 Tons of Horse Meat and Halal-Processed Mutton 10 days
Over 50 International Experts Share Experience on Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation 10 days
Cooperation with ADB in Shifting Ger Districts to Solar Energy Discussed 10 days
Prime Minister of Mongolia Receives Rio Tinto Copper Chief Executive 11 days
Construction of Selbe City to Cost MNT 25 Trillion 11 days
“Top-6” Tournament Named After Honored Athlete G. Boldbaatar to Be Held in Erdenet City 11 days
Mongolia Forum 2025 Takes Place under the Theme "Northeast Asian Peaceful Development and Korean Unification" 11 days
UN Secretary-General Reaffirms Support for Cooperation between Mongolia and UN 11 days
The First National Shearing and Woolhandling Championships Hosted with Over 100 Participants 11 days
Gender Gap Ranking of Mongolia Advances 20 Places 11 days
Mongolia Rated “Very High” in the United Nations E-Government Development Index 11 days
Nandin-Erdene to Compete for ROAD FC Championship Belt 11 days
“Gold-3” Campaign to Be Launched Nationwide 11 days
Mongolia to Host 17th World Horseback Archery Championship 11 days
“I Love Sushi” Exhibition to Promote Sushi Culture 11 days
Mongolia Hosts the 3x3 World Cup: Men Play without Substitutes Today 12 days
State Visit of President of the Republic of Uzbekistan to Mongolia Concludes 12 days
Mongolia Forum 2025 Takes Place under the Theme "Northeast Asian Peaceful Development and Korean Unification" 12 days
Presidents of Mongolia and the Republic of Uzbekistan Plant Commemorative Trees 12 days
Trilateral Efforts to Continue Joint Conservation and Research of Rare Bird Species 12 days
Electronic National Atlas of Mongolia Launched 12 days
State Secretary of the State Great Khural Meets Representatives of the Inter-Parliamentary Union 12 days
Prime Minister Tasks Ambassadors with Attracting Foreign Investment 12 days
Historic "Ikh Khuraldai" Tourism Complex Inaugurated 12 days
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