6.0 magnitude earthquake recorded in Gobi-Altai aimag
The Institute of Astronomy and Geophysics has reported that a strong earthquake occurred in Gobi-Altai aimag. More specifically, a 6.0 magnitude earthquake was detected at a depth of 10 km. The quake was recorded 46 km to the northeast of Altai soum, Gobi-Altai aimag at 11.04 pm on January 17.
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International freight to be transported by drivers with trucks that meet Euro standards
Headed by Deputy Prime Minister S.Amarsaikhan, the working group in charge of enhancing the operations of border checkpoints held a virtual meeting on January 13. During the meeting, members of the working group reported on the progress of works to import freight in containers through the Zamiin-Uud border checkpoint.
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Mongolia’s population increases to 3.4 million
The National Statistical Office of Mongolia presented the preliminary result of population census, which was performed at the end of the previous year.
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This year marks 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Mongolia and Japan
The 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Mongolia and Japan falls on February 24, 2022. The two countries established diplomatic relations in 1952.
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Officials of Ministry of Environment and Tourism dismissed
At an irregular meeting of the Cabinet today on January 17, certain measures were taken against officials that were deemed to have an irresponsible approach to their respective duties.
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Accessibility of projects to reduce air pollution to be increased
An assessment is being conducted by the Ministry of Environment and Tourism of Mongolia for the results of internationally funded projects and programs to reduce air pollution.
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Stock Exchange weekly review /Jan 10-14/
During the week of January 10, 2022 to January 14, 2022, MNT 9,054,150,227.65 worth of securities were traded through 5 trading sessions on the MSE.
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50.5 percent of capital city citizens vaccinated with third dose
A total of 1848 citizens were involved in COVID-19 vaccinations in the capital city yesterday on January 16. Specifically, 22 people received their first shots of COVID-19 vaccine, while 40 people got their second shots and 782 people were vaccinated with the third dose.
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Foreign trade balance in surplus of USD 2.4 billion in 2021
 In 2021, Mongolia traded with 159 countries from all over the world, and the total trade turnover reached USD 16.1 billion, of which USD 9.2 billion were exports and USD 6.8 billion were imports
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Total sales of stocks increased by 10.6 percent last December
Today, the National Statistics Office of Mongolia introduced socioeconomic situation for December, 2021.
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Bill on establishing Khushig Valley Free Economic Zone presented
On January 14, Deputy Prime Minister S.Amarsaikhan presented a bill to Speaker G.Zandanshatar on a resolution for establishing a Free Economic Zone at Khushig Valley.
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Mongolia and EU to establish Memorandum on cooperation in forest management
Minister of Environment and Tourism N.Urtnasan held a meeting with Ambassador and Head of Delegation of the European Union to Mongolia Axelle Nicaise.
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COVID-19: 1,673 cases, one death reported
The Ministry of Health reported today, January 17 that 1,673 СOVID-19 infections and one death were recorded in the last 24 hours. In detail, 1,083 cases were reported in Ulaanbaatar city, with 590 cases in 21 provinces.
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Mongolia’s Ambassador to Austria signs export credit agreement
Mr. Tsengeg Mijiddorj, Ambassador of Mongolia to the Republic of Austria and Ms. Mary-Ann Hayes, Head of Structures Trade and Export Finance, UniCredit Bank as well as Mr. Georg Karner, Director for Structured Trade and Export Finance, UniCredit Bank, signed the Export Credit Agreement for the ‘Upgrading of Medical Equipment at the National Cancer Center; Cancer Navigation and Stereotactic Radiotherapy Center Project’ with a value of 7 million euros on January 13, 2022 in Vienna.
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Deputy Foreign Minister receives Ambassador-Designate of the Czech Republic
Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs of Mongolia Mr. Munkhjin Batsumber had a meeting with the Ambassador-Designate of the Czech Republic to Mongolia Mr. Jan Vytopil and received the copies of his credentials on 11 January 2022.
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President receives Japanese Ambassador
Today, President U.Khurelsukh received Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Japan to Mongolia Kobayashi Hiroyuki on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Mongolia and Japan that occurs this year.  
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The HU to perform at Coachella-2022
World’s one of the most famous music festivals – Coachella will be held on April 15-17 and 22-24 in California, the United States.
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Permanent Representative to IACA presents his credentials
Permanent Representative of Mongolia to international organizations in Vienna M.Tsengeg has presented his credentials to Dean of International Anti-Corruption Academy (IACA) Thomas Stelzer.
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Mongolia’s economy projected to grow by 2.1 percent in 2022
World Bank initially projected Mongolia's economic growth to expand by 3.5 percent in 2021. However, it lowered the forecast by 2.4 percentage in its previous forecast released in June, 2021. It was noted that the rising inflation rate put significant pressure on the country’s economy in addition to the risks of new variants of COVID-19 and external debt.
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Ambassador to Singapore meets Ambassador-at-Large of Singaporean Foreign Ministry
On January 13, 2022, Ambassador of Mongolia to Singapore S.Enkhbayar met with a prominent Singaporean lawyer and diplomat, Tommy Koh.
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Digital Bridge 2025 Tech Forum Set for October 2–4 in Astana 13 hours
Global Experts Convene in Ulaanbaatar for 'Bone and Muscle Health 2025' 13 hours
Mongolian Cadet Judokas Secure Two Bronze Medals at Asian Championships 14 hours
Mongolia’s Largest Mining Event Highlights Investment and Responsible Mining 14 hours
Asia-Pacific Broadcasters Convene in Mongolia to Safeguard National Heritage Through Media 18 hours
World’s Oldest Protected Mountain, Bogd Khan, Honored in State Worship Ceremony 18 hours
Kazakhstan’s Ministry of Digital Development Announces the First Holder of Digital Nomad Residency 19 hours
Defense Sector to Enhance Exchange, Cooperation 19 hours
Open-Air Sports Complex Commissioned in Tolgoit 19 hours
Ulaanbaatar and Japan Strengthen Clean Energy Partnership 19 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 3 days
Drug Enforcement Department to Operate as Independent Unit 3 days
Government Launches D-GOV.mn System to Incorporate Citizens’ Initiatives into Decisions 3 days
Mongolian School in Ottawa Opens New Academic Year 3 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 4 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 5 days
International Literacy Day Marked Today 5 days
PM Zandanshatar Visits Construction of ‘Mimo’ Agro Park 5 days
'Suu' JSC Launches Bond Trading with Ring the Gong Ceremony 5 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 8 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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