Revenue from railway transport decreased by 25.3 percent
In the first 2 months of 2022, 3943.2 thousand tons of freight were carried by railway transport, showing a decrease of 1217.8 (23.6 percent) thousand tons compared to the same period of previous year.
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Bayan-Ulgii aimag to have construction works for tourism and industrial development
On March 21, Prime Minister L.Oyun-Erdene, accompanied by some members of the Parliament and the Government members, visited Bayan-Ulgii aimag to see some works being carried out in the aimag.
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Strong winds and wet snow in the forecast for most parts of the country
Strong winds are expected in the country’s western region tomorrow on March 23, reaching 24 m/sec at times.
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“Research on afforesting the Gobi region is catching a lot of attention”
On the occasion of the International Day of Forests, a scientific conference was jointly organized for university students by the Office of the President of Mongolia, Ministry of Environment and Tourism, National University of Mongolia (NUM), and the Green Belt project.
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Today marks 41st anniversary of Mongolia’s first space flight
On this day in 1981, Hero of Mongolian People’s Republic, Hero of USSR Jugderdemidiin Gurragchaa along with twice Hero of USSR, Hero of Mongolian People’s Republic, Soviet cosmonaut V.A.Dzhanibekov flew into space on the Soyuz 39 spacecraft, landing back on Earth at 7.42 pm on March 30. 
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Mortgage repayment deferral support extended
At its plenary session, the State Great Khural has extended the effective period of the Law on Prevention, Combat, and Reduction of Social and Economic Impacts of the COVID-19 until the end of December 31, 2022.
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COVID-19: 46 cases reported
The Ministry of Health reported today that 45 СOVID-19 cases were recorded in the last 24 hours nationwide. In detail, 32 cases were reported in Ulaanbaatar city, with 14 cases in 21 provinces.
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National currency in circulation reaches MNT 1.0 trillion
According to the National Statistics Office, the national currency in circulation reached MNT 1.0 trillion at the end of February 2022, decreased by MNT 138.6 billion (11.8 percent) from the previous month and increased by MNT 12.1 billion (1.2 percent) from the same period of the previous year.
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Deposits in foreign currency decreased by 6.2 percent
The National Statistics Office reported that at the end of February 2022, the time deposit in domestic currency amounted to MNT 14.3 trillion.
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‘The Sales Girl’ film wins award from Osaka Asian Film Festival 2022
‘The Sales Girl’ by Sengedorj Janchiv has recently won the Yakushi Pearl Award from the Osaka Asian Film Festival. Of a total of 954 films that were submitted for the 17th edition of the film festival, the Mongolian film was selected as one of the 15 films to compete for the Grand Prix (Best Picture Award).
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Stock Exchange weekly review /March 14-18/
During the week of March 14, 2022 to March 18, 2022, MNT 9,654,512,060.62 worth of securities were traded through 5 trading sessions on the MSE.
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Carried freight from air transport decreased by 32.0 percent
According to the National Statistics Office, in the first 2 months of 2022, 1.9 thousand tons of freight was carried by air transportation, which showed an increase of 1.4 (3.6 times) thousand tons compared to the same period of the previous year.
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Cuban boxing coach to train Mongolian boxers
Famous boxing coach of Cuba Gilberto Vieras Gutierrez arrived yesterday, January 20, in Ulaanbaatar at the invitation of the Mongolian Boxing Federation. 
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Mining and quarrying gross output drops by 36.1 percent
According to the National Statistics Office of Mongolia, in the first 2 months of 2022, the gross industry al output reached MNT 2.3 trillion, decreased by MNT 729.2 billion (24.2 percent) from the previous year. This decrease was mainly due to MNT 784.3 billion (36.1 percent) decrease in mining and quarrying gross output.
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COVID-19: 35 cases reported
The Ministry of Health reported today that 35 СOVID-19 cases were recorded in the last 24 hours nationwide. In detail, 18 cases were reported in Ulaanbaatar city, with 17 cases in 21 provinces.
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Mongolia ranks 68th in World Happiness Report
In particular, Mongolia was listed at 82nd by GDP, 22nd by access to community services, 104th by healthy lifestyle, at 118th by freedom to make life choices, 27th by generosity and 29th by corruption.
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Pre-forum discussion takes place on ‘Revival of Energy’
Starting from this week, a series of meetings are being organized in preparation for the Mongolian Economic Forum-2022. The forum is planned to take place on April 7-8.
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Inflation reaches 14.2 percent in February, 2022
In February 2022, consumer price index at the national level increased by 1.1 percent from the previous month, by 3.1 percent from the end of the previous year and by 14.2 percent from the same period of the previous year.
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Ambassador Sh.Battsetseg presents copy of credentials
Ambassador Sh.Battsetseg presented a copy of her letter of credence to Mr. Enri Prieto Tica, Director General of Protocol and Ceremonial of State of the Republic of Peru, on March 17, 2022.
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Wildlife populations in Khar Yamaat Nature Reserve increasing
Rangers of Khar Yamaat Nature Reserve (NR) maintain records of wildlife individuals when they go on patrolling. To confirm the monitoring data on wildlife heads and locations collected by rangers and assess the current ungulate populations in the NR, the quarterly inventories were done with a line transect method in 2021.
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Digital Bridge 2025 Tech Forum Set for October 2–4 in Astana 1 day
Global Experts Convene in Ulaanbaatar for 'Bone and Muscle Health 2025' 1 day
Mongolian Cadet Judokas Secure Two Bronze Medals at Asian Championships 1 day
Mongolia’s Largest Mining Event Highlights Investment and Responsible Mining 1 day
Asia-Pacific Broadcasters Convene in Mongolia to Safeguard National Heritage Through Media 1 day
World’s Oldest Protected Mountain, Bogd Khan, Honored in State Worship Ceremony 1 day
Kazakhstan’s Ministry of Digital Development Announces the First Holder of Digital Nomad Residency 1 day
Defense Sector to Enhance Exchange, Cooperation 1 day
Open-Air Sports Complex Commissioned in Tolgoit 1 day
Ulaanbaatar and Japan Strengthen Clean Energy Partnership 1 day
General Meeting of Asia Securities Forum Opens in Ulaanbaatar 3 days
Mongolia Reviews Achievements of SCALA Climate Initiative 3 days
Government to Develop Unified ‘E-Business’ Platform for Enterprises 3 days
Minister Battsetseg Meets Naoko Ito to Advance Mongolia-Japan Cultural Ties 3 days
‘Mongolia-Japan Ethics and Discipline’ Calligraphy Exhibition Opens 3 days
State Visit of Governor-General of Australia Samantha Mostyn Concludes 3 days
Women Leaders Drive Equality Dialogue in Mongolia 3 days
Government Reports Operational Improvements at Erdenes Tavantolgoi Under Special Regime 3 days
Mongolia Records USD 16.6 Billion in Trade 3 days
Mongolian Businesses Meet South Korean Construction and Food Industry Entrepreneurs 3 days
Bolor-Erdene Ranks 32nd in World Duathlon Rankings 4 days
Drug Enforcement Department to Operate as Independent Unit 4 days
Government Launches D-GOV.mn System to Incorporate Citizens’ Initiatives into Decisions 4 days
Mongolian School in Ottawa Opens New Academic Year 4 days
Ambassador of Mongolia to Argentina Presents Letter of Credentials 4 days
Mongolia Deploys 15th Battalion’s Second Contingent to UN Mission in South Sudan 4 days
Wreaths Laid at the Monument for the Victims of Political Repression 4 days
Procedure for Customs Inspection of Goods and Vehicles Revised 4 days
The MongolZ Rankings Rise to Second Worldwide 4 days
Gutain Davaa at Risk of Withering in the Shadows of Gold 4 days
Third Meeting of the 'Working Group on Crisis Management Audit' Held 4 days
Hall of Fame for Mongolian Tank Troops Opens 4 days
Global South Media Leaders Discuss AI, Peace, Information 4 days
Climate Change and Human Activity Accelerate Decline of Mukhart River 5 days
Embryo Transfer of Mongolian Yak Successfully Implemented 5 days
Prime Minister Zandanshatar Reviews Harvest Progress in Orkhon and Selenge 5 days
New SICOS Social Insurance System to Be Piloted in 330 Soums 5 days
Dagvadorj Davaasuren Wins International Opera Singers’ Competition 5 days
Yuhan Group Joins ‘Billions of Trees’ National Movement 5 days
Zurich Celebrates Mongolian Heritage at Museum Night 5 days
Government Asked to Speed Up Crop Farming Decisions 5 days
Mongolian Cyclists Claim Gold and Bronze at International Events 5 days
Possibilities of Introducing Artificial Intelligence into Library Services Discussed 5 days
Power of Siberia 2: Ulaanbaatar Gas Supply Project Highlighted at 10th Eastern Economic Forum 6 days
International Literacy Day Marked Today 6 days
PM Zandanshatar Visits Construction of ‘Mimo’ Agro Park 6 days
'Suu' JSC Launches Bond Trading with Ring the Gong Ceremony 6 days
Ulaanbaatar Call for Action on Advancing the Human Rights of Older Persons Adopted 6 days
Exploring Pathways for Economic Growth Through Digital Transition 6 days
Ch. Tserennadmid: Long-Term Cooperation with Australia Brings Sustainable Development and Progress 6 days
Mongolia and Türkiye Expand Strategic Health Partnership 6 days
‘From Clay to Digital’ Exhibition Showcases Evolution of Art 6 days
Mongolian Draughts Players Win in Asian Team Championships 2025 6 days
Khuslen Ariunjargal Wins Bronze Medal at Asian Cup 6 days
Governor-General of Australia and First Gentleman Plant Trees at Ikh Tenger Complex 6 days
Mongolia Unveils Oyut Copper Deposit with 357 Million Tons of Ore 6 days
Northern Regional Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment Sub-Center Opens 6 days
E. Bolor-Erdene Claims Champion Title at 2025 Asia Triathlon Duathlon Cup 6 days
Rio Tinto’s Newly Appointed CEO Simon Trott Visits Mongolia 6 days
This Week in Mongolia 6 days
Mongolia, Kazakhstan Discuss New Air Route, Regularizing Flight Frequency 9 days
MoU Signed with the Financial Services Authority of Kazakhstan 9 days
Supercomputer for Meteorology Commissioned 9 days
Ulaanbaatar City and Jeollanam-do Province Sign MoU 9 days
Poland Expresses Intention to Increase Tourist Arrivals to Mongolia 9 days
Awards Presented to Students Who Achieved Success in International Olympiads 9 days
Presidents of Mongolia and South Korea Hold Phone Talks on Bilateral Cooperation 9 days
President of Mongolia and Governor-General of Australia Hold Official Talks 9 days
Governor-General of Australia Officially Welcomed 9 days
‘UB Drone Battle’ Competition Announced 9 days
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