Highlights
COVID-19: 138 new cases reported
The Ministry of Health reported that 138 new cases of COVID-19 have been reported in the past 24 hours. Specifically, 97 cases were reported in Ulaanbaatar city, with 30 cases in rural aimags and 11 imported cases.
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Ulaanbaatar Railway becomes an active participant in international transport and logistics
With the 2,500th train transiting through Mongolia on December 30, Ulaanbaatar Railway was able to renew their achievement of the previous year.
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MNT 5.6 billion to be spent on prevention of Omicron variant
The State Great Khural approved the amendment to the Law on Prevention, Combat, and Mitigation of Social and Economic Impacts of the COVID-19 at its yesterday’s plenary session. 
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Households to enjoy electricity tariff discount until May 31
At its regular meeting on December 31, the Cabinet decided to provide electricity tariff discounts to households until May 31, 2022, Minister of Energy N.Tavinbekh announced following the meeting.
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'A new revival policy to stimulate economy’ approved
At the plenary meeting of the State Great Khural (Parliament) today, December 31, the draft resolution on ‘Approval of New Revival policy’ submitted by the Government has been approved.
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Sankou Tech Mongolia manufactures mechanical parts for export to Japan
MONTSAME National News Agency is cooperating with the Embassy of Japan in Mongolia to introduce young business owners that are currently successful in the two countries’ business sector. This time, we invited Founder and Director of Sankou Tech Mongolia LLC Tsendeekhuu Chimedtseren. The company currently manufactures mechanical parts for vehicles in Mongolia, and exports them to Japan. 
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Distinguished Children of 2021 receive awards
On December 28, the National Council for Children and the Government Implementing Agency Family, Children and Youth Development Agency organized the ‘Distinguished Children of the Year’ ceremony for the 29th consecutive year. 
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Draft resolution to increase benefits to Mongolia from Oyu Tolgoi project approved
At the plenary meeting of the State Great Khural (Parliament) today, December 30, the resolution on Measures to be taken to ensure the benefits to Mongolia from Oyu Tolgoi gold-copper mine has been approved.
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COVID-19: 157 new cases reported
The Ministry of Health reported that 116 new cases of COVID-19 have been reported in the past 24 hours. Specifically, 73 cases were reported in Ulaanbaatar city, with 32 cases in rural aimags and 11 imported cases.
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Ceremonial meeting of State Great Khural takes place
On the occasion of the 110th anniversary of the Victory of the National Liberation Movement and the Restoration of Independence, the State Great Khural held a ceremonial meeting today, on December 29.
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Tribute paid to statue of Chinggis Khaan
President of Mongolia U.Khurelsukh, Chairman of the State Great Khural G.Zandanshatar, Prime Minister L.Oyun-Erdene, some members of the parliament, and political and social figures paid tribute to the Statue of Chinggis Khaan.
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67.3 million head of livestock counted nationwide
According to the preliminary result of the annual livestock census of 2021, a total of 67.3 million head of livestock, 268.4 thousand or 0.4 percent more than in 2020, have been counted nationwide. 
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Thermal power plants to be built in capitals of 10 aimags
The action program of the government of Mongolia includes an objective to develop new thermal power sources and infrastructure to meet the increasing heat demands of aimag capitals. 
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Best mining companies awarded
The local-owned 'Tavantolgoi' Company has been selected as the best transparent mining company of the year.  The award was handed over to D.Ganbold, Head of the Representative Office of Tavantolgoi in Ulaanbaatar, during the ceremony of the Best Entrepreneur of the Year, organized by the Ministry of Mining and Heavy Industry.
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Winners of essay contest of MONTSAME agency newspapers awarded
Winners of the annual English, Japanese, and Chinese essay contests organized among 10th to 12th-grade students of high schools by the English, Japanese, and Chinese weekly newspapers, Mongol Messenger, Mongoru Tsushin, and Menggu Xiao Xibao, operated by MONTSAME National News Agency in collaboration with relevant organizations received their awards at the Press Center of MONTSAME News Agency on December 27.
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“New Cooperative” campaign to be launched next year
On December 24, Prime Minister of Mongolia L.Oyun-Erdene took part in the 7th National Forum of  Cooperatives that was organized in the framework of the 100th anniversary of the development of cooperatives in Mongolia.
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History in Yuan Dynasty first shown in ‘Khutulun Princess’ film
A Mongolian film "Khutulun Princess-In search for the Golden Sutra", co-production between the ‘Shuuder’ production and Voo broadcasting and media production company has released in theaters from December 3.
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Ulaanbaatar city authority fights corruption and supports businesses
Mr. Sumiyabazar Dolgorsuren, Governor of the Capital City and Mayor of Ulaanbaatar, signed off on the decision to enable 74 types of trade and services activities to be carried out freely based on their registration starting from January 1st, 2022, in accordance with the capital city’s laws, standards, and requirements.The 74 types of trade and services activities that can operate without permits given that they are registered with the tax authority and meet the relevant standards.
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60th anniversary of Mongolia-Laos diplomatic relations to be celebrated in 2022
Director General of the Department of Asia and the Pacific at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs E.Sarantogos held a virtual meeting with Viloth Soundala, Director General, Asia, Pacific and Africa Department, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Lao People's Democratic Republic, on December 24.
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Foreign Minister holds online meeting with Japanese counterpart
On December 23, Minister of Foreign Affairs B. Battsetseg had an online meeting with her Japanese counterpart Yoshimasa Hayashi to discuss relations and cooperation-related issues between the countries.
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His Majesty Emperor Naruhito and Her Majesty Empress Masako of Japan Arrive in Mongolia on a State Visit 13 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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