Cabinet meeting in brief
At its regular meeting on January 6, the Cabinet made the following decisions:
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Cabinet orders measures be taken to increase social protection benefits
At its regular meeting on January 12, the Cabinet discussed plans to raise social protection benefits and instructed Minister of Labour and Social Protection A.Ariunzaya to develop a government resolution on measures to be taken to increase social protection benefits under the approved 2022 budget of the social welfare fund and submit it to the Cabinet.
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Meeting held with Resident Representative of Aeroflot company
Executive Director of MIAT Mongolian Airlines B.Munkhtamir today met with Resident Representative of Aeroflot company in Ulaanbaatar T.G.Dubshanov and exchanged views on the current situation and further expansion of cooperation between the two companies to a new level.
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New kindergarten opens in 17th subdistrict of Bayanzurkh
The Ministry of Education and Science, United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), and the Governor’s Office of Bayanzurkh district have jointly built a kindergarten with a capacity of 100 children in 17th subdistrict of Bayanzurkh district.
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Bulgan aimag declares 2022 year of Green tourism
It was noted at the Visit Bulgan – 2022 Forum that Bulgan aimag set a goal for zero waste travel in 2021 and now the aimag is dedicating 2022 as the Year of Green Tourism and Ecotourism Promotion.    
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Transport resumes for containers with import goods and products
Transportation has resumed for containers with imported goods and products that accumulated at the Erlian border checkpoint of China for three months. In order to create the conditions to have uninterrupted transport of goods under pandemic circumstances, a ‘Zero Point’ was established between the borders of Mongolia and China.
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Ministry of Digital Development and Communications established
During its irregular meeting on January 6, the Cabinet dissolved the Communications and Information Technology Authority of Mongolia and approved the structure and strategy of the Ministry of Digital Development and Communications.
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Bill to suspend scheduled inspections for three years
At its regular meeting today, the Cabinet decided to submit a Bill on temporary suspension of some types of state inspections to the Parliament.
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PM orders decision on 3-day mandatory isolation to be nullified
Prime Minister L.Oyun-Erdene has ordered the State Emergency Commission to nullify the decision to quarantine citizens arriving from abroad to be quarantined for 3 days. Furthermore, he has issued an order to impose COVID-19 testing fees for citizens arriving from abroad at the airport and border checkpoints.
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Ministry of Economy and Development established
At its meeting on January 6, the Cabinet approved the structure and strategy of the Ministry of Economy and Development, and appointed Minister of Finance B.Javkhlan as its acting minister and Kh.Batjargal as acting state secretary.
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Training taking place to develop disability-friendly information technology
 A training on ‘Making websites and applications more accessible to people with disabilities’ is taking place on January 10-12.
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“Loan interest rates decreased by 2.5 percent”
On January 11, the State Great Khural’s Standing Committee on Economy heard a progress report for the implementation of the parliamentary resolution on the strategy to reduce loan interest rates, which was approved by the parliament on August 28, 2020.
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NSO Chairman holds virtual meeting with Director of ESCAP Statistics Division
Chairman of the National Statistics Office of Mongolia (NSO) B.Batdavaa held a virtual meeting with Rachael Beaven, Director of the Statistics Division of the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific.
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Interest expressed in being involved in establishing new residential area
As part of its program that will be implemented in Mongolia, Doosan Engineering & Construction of the Republic of Korea has held a meeting on new projects being realized by the State Housing Corporation.
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Support requested to implement comprehensive child development programme
On January 11, Minister of Education and Science L. Enkh-Amgalan received UNICEF Representative in Mongolia Evariste Kouassi-Komlan.
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Mongolian and French agriculture ministries hold consultative meeting
The ministries of agriculture of Mongolia and the French Republic held their consultative meeting, which had been postponed due to the pandemic, on January 11.
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Turkish Ambassador puts forth request for flights to other Asian countries through Ulaanbaatar
On January 11, Minister of Road and Transport L.Khaltar received Ambassador of the Republic of Turkey to Mongolia Zafer Ateş to exchange views on bilateral relations and cooperation in the transportation sector.
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COVID-19: 1,818 new cases, two deaths reported
The Ministry of Health reported that 1,818 new cases of COVID-19 have been reported in the past 24 hours. Specifically, 1,227 cases were reported in Ulaanbaatar city, with 565 cases in rural aimags and 26 imported cases.
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Room for rehabilitation and development of children with disabilities opens
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NEMA chief receives French Ambassador
Chief of the National Emergency Management Agency, Major General G.Ariunbuyan received Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the French Republic to Mongolia Sebastien Surun.
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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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