Mazaalai satellite enters trajectory orbit
Mongolia’s first satellite “Mazaalai” was sent to its trajectory in the outer space to start operation today on July 7.
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Voter turnout of second ballot 38.44 percent, lower than first round
General Election Commission reported the nationwide voter turnout of the second ballot of Mongolia’s Presidential election.       
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Presidential candidates interviewed
The two candidates for the Presidential election, Mongolian People’s Party candidate Mr M.Enkhbold  and Democratic Party candidate Mr Kh.Battulga cast their votes in the second ballot in their respective polling stations in Ulaanbaatar.
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Ballot-casting running with hand method in Tuv aimag
The ballot casting is running in voting method of hand in Tuv aimag, as automated machines for voting have failed to operate there. “- We received a report that automated machines for voting failed to work in Tuv aimag and 10 teams, comprised of representatives from the General Intelligence Agency, Communications and Information Technology Authority and Communications Regulatory Commission, have been deployed there and now working to clarify the reason. However, voting in Tuv aimag has been shifted to hand regime, as stated in the relevant law in case of breakdown or operational failure in the vote counting automated machines. The voting is running normally there” remarked Ch.Sodnomtseren, chairman of the General Election Commission. 
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Presidential candidates cast their ballots
The two candidates of the Presidential election M.Enkhbold and Kh.Battulga cast their votes in the second ballot in Ulaanbaatar. 
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J.Erdenebat: Presidental Election running under careful observation by foreigners
Prime Minister J.Erdenebat cast his ballot in the second round of the Presidential election at the polling station number 1731 in Bayanzurkh district of Ulaanbaatar.
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President Ts.Elbegdorj calls for active voting to end the election
At 11.40 am, July 7, President of Mongolia Ts.Elbegdorj cast his vote in the second ballot of the Presidential election at the polling station No. 1851 in Sukhbaatar district of Ulaanbaatar.
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Nationwide voter turnout stands at 18.83 percent
The nationwide voter turnout reaches 18.83 percent in the first five hours of the second ballot of presidential election.
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Two loan agreements with ADB ratified
During the last day of the Parliamentary spring session held on July 6, the parliament ratified two loan agreements with the Asian Development Bank. Social Welfare Support  Program Phase 2 is a part of the funding portfolio of the Extended Fund Facility of the International Monetary Fund. 18 policy measures are planned to be taken in two phases, including lowering budget deficit, making social welfare program more efficient and upgrading database of targeted groups. USD 150 million ADB loan will have a 15-year term, including a grace period of three years.
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Second round of presidential election begins
The second round of Mongolia’s presidential election began at 07.00 АM today nationwide. About 1.9 million mongolians are going to vote for the country’s fifth president today.
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Parliamentary spring session closed
The Parliamentary spring session of 2017 closed yesterday on July 6. The session continued for 55 working days and adopted 18 independent laws, 113 law amendments and ratifications of 9 loan agreements and 30 resolutions.
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Voting begins in second round of presidential election
Mongolians vote in a second round of presidential election for the first time today, July 7.
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Exhibition of Mongolian People's Revolution heroes on display
“Heroes of the People’s Revolution” exhibition opened at Mongolian Military Museum today on July 6, displaying the lives and struggles of 12 outstanding leaders who shed their blood and led the revolt during 1921’s People’s Revolution.
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Asia Oceania Service Meeting of AA taking place in Mongolia
The 12th Asia Oceania Service Meeting of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) started today in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia with an attendance of 100 delegates from 15 countries, including General Manager and manager in charge of foreign relations of AA.
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Renovation of agricultural machinery 60 percent complete
Renovation of agricultural machinery is running with 60 percent completion, importing mainly grain combines and threshing machines, underlined Ts.Bolorchuluun, Chairman of Agriculture Policy implementation management department of the Ministry of Food, Agriculture and Light Industry.  
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Order of Polar Star awarded to foreign citizens
Several foreign citizens received Order of the Polar Star today, July 6, pursuant to a presidential decree.
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Members of Standing Committee meet Vietnamese delegates
On July 6, D.Tsogtbaatar and N.Oyundari, members of Standing Committee on Security and Foreign Policy met with a visiting-Vietnamese delegation led by Vo Chong Viet, member of the National Assembly of Vietnam and Chair of Security and Defense of Vietnam, to exchange views on bilateral relations and cooperation between Mongolia and Vietnam.
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Lakebed of Khukh Nuur cleaned
The "Khuren baavgai” (Brown Bear) company, which runs activities of environmental assessment and research cleaned the bottom of Khukh Nuur (Blue Lake) this spring. The ecosystem of the lake, the lowest point of Mongolia situated in the southwest of Ereentsav soum of Dornod aimag, has been degraded over the last few years due to devastating slug propagation in the Khukh Lake. In this regard, a bid was announced for studies to be financed from aimag budget and "Khuren Baavgai" Company won the bid.  
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Parliament to close spring session today
After finalizing its autumn session agenda, Parliament will close the spring session today, July 6.
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Zaisan Hill complex opening expected in December
Mongolians will enjoy films in 4D at the newest culture & entertainment complex in town ‘Zaisan Hill’ which is expected to open later this year.
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Digital Bridge 2025 Tech Forum Set for October 2–4 in Astana 10 hours
Global Experts Convene in Ulaanbaatar for 'Bone and Muscle Health 2025' 11 hours
Mongolian Cadet Judokas Secure Two Bronze Medals at Asian Championships 12 hours
Mongolia’s Largest Mining Event Highlights Investment and Responsible Mining 12 hours
Asia-Pacific Broadcasters Convene in Mongolia to Safeguard National Heritage Through Media 15 hours
World’s Oldest Protected Mountain, Bogd Khan, Honored in State Worship Ceremony 15 hours
Kazakhstan’s Ministry of Digital Development Announces the First Holder of Digital Nomad Residency 16 hours
Defense Sector to Enhance Exchange, Cooperation 16 hours
Open-Air Sports Complex Commissioned in Tolgoit 16 hours
Ulaanbaatar and Japan Strengthen Clean Energy Partnership 17 hours
General Meeting of Asia Securities Forum Opens in Ulaanbaatar 1 day
Mongolia Reviews Achievements of SCALA Climate Initiative 1 day
Government to Develop Unified ‘E-Business’ Platform for Enterprises 1 day
Minister Battsetseg Meets Naoko Ito to Advance Mongolia-Japan Cultural Ties 1 day
‘Mongolia-Japan Ethics and Discipline’ Calligraphy Exhibition Opens 1 day
State Visit of Governor-General of Australia Samantha Mostyn Concludes 1 day
Women Leaders Drive Equality Dialogue in Mongolia 1 day
Government Reports Operational Improvements at Erdenes Tavantolgoi Under Special Regime 1 day
Mongolia Records USD 16.6 Billion in Trade 1 day
Mongolian Businesses Meet South Korean Construction and Food Industry Entrepreneurs 1 day
Bolor-Erdene Ranks 32nd in World Duathlon Rankings 2 days
Drug Enforcement Department to Operate as Independent Unit 2 days
Government Launches D-GOV.mn System to Incorporate Citizens’ Initiatives into Decisions 2 days
Mongolian School in Ottawa Opens New Academic Year 2 days
Ambassador of Mongolia to Argentina Presents Letter of Credentials 3 days
Mongolia Deploys 15th Battalion’s Second Contingent to UN Mission in South Sudan 3 days
Wreaths Laid at the Monument for the Victims of Political Repression 3 days
Procedure for Customs Inspection of Goods and Vehicles Revised 3 days
The MongolZ Rankings Rise to Second Worldwide 3 days
Gutain Davaa at Risk of Withering in the Shadows of Gold 3 days
Third Meeting of the 'Working Group on Crisis Management Audit' Held 3 days
Hall of Fame for Mongolian Tank Troops Opens 3 days
Global South Media Leaders Discuss AI, Peace, Information 3 days
Climate Change and Human Activity Accelerate Decline of Mukhart River 3 days
Embryo Transfer of Mongolian Yak Successfully Implemented 4 days
Prime Minister Zandanshatar Reviews Harvest Progress in Orkhon and Selenge 4 days
New SICOS Social Insurance System to Be Piloted in 330 Soums 4 days
Dagvadorj Davaasuren Wins International Opera Singers’ Competition 4 days
Yuhan Group Joins ‘Billions of Trees’ National Movement 4 days
Zurich Celebrates Mongolian Heritage at Museum Night 4 days
Government Asked to Speed Up Crop Farming Decisions 4 days
Mongolian Cyclists Claim Gold and Bronze at International Events 4 days
Possibilities of Introducing Artificial Intelligence into Library Services Discussed 4 days
Power of Siberia 2: Ulaanbaatar Gas Supply Project Highlighted at 10th Eastern Economic Forum 4 days
International Literacy Day Marked Today 4 days
PM Zandanshatar Visits Construction of ‘Mimo’ Agro Park 4 days
'Suu' JSC Launches Bond Trading with Ring the Gong Ceremony 4 days
Ulaanbaatar Call for Action on Advancing the Human Rights of Older Persons Adopted 5 days
Exploring Pathways for Economic Growth Through Digital Transition 5 days
Ch. Tserennadmid: Long-Term Cooperation with Australia Brings Sustainable Development and Progress 5 days
Mongolia and Türkiye Expand Strategic Health Partnership 5 days
‘From Clay to Digital’ Exhibition Showcases Evolution of Art 5 days
Mongolian Draughts Players Win in Asian Team Championships 2025 5 days
Khuslen Ariunjargal Wins Bronze Medal at Asian Cup 5 days
Governor-General of Australia and First Gentleman Plant Trees at Ikh Tenger Complex 5 days
Mongolia Unveils Oyut Copper Deposit with 357 Million Tons of Ore 5 days
Northern Regional Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment Sub-Center Opens 5 days
E. Bolor-Erdene Claims Champion Title at 2025 Asia Triathlon Duathlon Cup 5 days
Rio Tinto’s Newly Appointed CEO Simon Trott Visits Mongolia 5 days
This Week in Mongolia 5 days
Mongolia, Kazakhstan Discuss New Air Route, Regularizing Flight Frequency 7 days
MoU Signed with the Financial Services Authority of Kazakhstan 8 days
Supercomputer for Meteorology Commissioned 8 days
Ulaanbaatar City and Jeollanam-do Province Sign MoU 8 days
Poland Expresses Intention to Increase Tourist Arrivals to Mongolia 8 days
Awards Presented to Students Who Achieved Success in International Olympiads 8 days
Presidents of Mongolia and South Korea Hold Phone Talks on Bilateral Cooperation 8 days
President of Mongolia and Governor-General of Australia Hold Official Talks 8 days
Governor-General of Australia Officially Welcomed 8 days
‘UB Drone Battle’ Competition Announced 8 days
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