Mongolian scientists begin to develop PCR test
Ulaanbaatar/MONTSAME/. Mongolian scientists have started to develop a PCR test, reports Minister of Health S.Enkhbold.
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MCC and Mongolia break ground on USD 93 million infrastructure investment
The Government of Mongolia and the U.S. Government’s Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) broke ground on August 20 on a USD 93 million Advanced Water Purification Plant (AWPP) in Mongolia’s capital city of Ulaanbaatar.
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COVID-19: 1,780 cases, 2 deaths reported
It was reported during today’s pressing briefing of the Ministry of Health that 1,780 new coronavirus cases were detected in the past 24 hours after tests were carried out at PCR laboratories across the country. 
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1,651 new cases of COVID-19 reported
Daily COVID-19 press briefing for today, August 21, by the Ministry of Health reported that 1,651 new coronavirus cases were detected in the past 24 hours after tests were carried out at PCR laboratories across the country. 
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First group of Mongolian Paralympic athletes leaves for Tokyo
Mongolia’s Paralympic team of 23 has departed for Tokyo today, on August 20, to participate in the 2020 Summer Paralympics.
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Assessment and certification center opens at Polytechnic College of Construction
The opening of a new assessment and certification center at Polytechnic College of Construction took place on August 19. 
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Soccer balls being manufactured with processed yak leather
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/. On August 19, Speaker of the State Great Khural G.Zandanshatar got acquainted with the operations of the ‘Mongolian Ball’ factory that is producing soccer balls made of processed yak leather.
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Xi Focus: 70 years on, Tibet embarks on new journey of modernization
In late July, Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, Chinese president and chairman of the Central Military Commission, visited the region to extend congratulations on the occasion, the first time in the history of the Party and the country.
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‘SDG-Aligned Budgeting to Transform Employment in Mongolia’ project team works in aimags
As part of the European Union funded project called ‘SDG-Aligned Budgeting to Transform Employment in Mongolia’, Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) organized consultation meetings on August 18, 2021 with B.Ariunaa, Deputy Governor of Zavkhan province. 
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COVID-19: 1,841 new cases reported
The Ministry of Health has reported today, August 20 that 1,841 new cases of COVID-19 have been detected after conducting tests nationwide within the past 24 hours. More specifically, 535 new cases were detected in the capital city, with 1,305 cases in rural regions.
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Agreement signed on international transport of passengers and goods by road
Ms.Battungalag Gankhuurai, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Mongolia to the Republic of Slovenia, and Dr. Stanislav Rascan, State Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Slovenia, has signed the “Agreement between the Government of Mongolia and the Government of the Republic of Slovenia on the international transport of passengers and goods by road” in Ljubljana on 18th of August, 2021.
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B.Enkhzul wins silver at World Junior Wrestling Championships
Asian Junior Championship silver and bronze medalist, sports master Enkhzul Batbaatar has won the silver medal in women’s 50 kg at the 2021 World Junior Wrestling Championships
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Prime Minister L.Oyun-Erdene: It is important for all sides involved to put in effort into resuming in-person classes
On August 19, Prime Minister L.Oyun-Erdene became acquainted with how the General Entrance Exams are being organized at schools. With the first exam taking place for the subject of Mongolian History, the exams are planned to be organized until August 22.
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Resilience in a riskier world
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/. Over the past two decades, the Asia-Pacific region has made remarkable progress in managing disaster risk. But countries can never let down their guard. The COVID-19 pandemic, with its epicentre now in Asia, and all its tragic consequences, has exposed the frailties of human societies in the face of powerful natural forces. As of mid-August 2021, Asian and Pacific countries had reported 65 million confirmed coronavirus cases and more than 1 million deaths. 
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Total revenue of general budget increased by 64.7 percent compared to same period of previous year
According to the preliminary results in the first 7 months of 2021, the total revenue of the general government budget was MNT 8.7 trillion, increased by MNT 3.4 trillion or 64.7% compared to the same period of the previous year. On the other hand, the total expenditure and net lending was MNT 8.5 trillion in the first 7 months of 2021, resulting in deficit of MNT 830.6 billion decreased by MNT 1.6 trillion or 66.3% compared to the same period of previous year.
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Gross industrial output increased by 32.4 percent from same period of previous year.
 According to the preliminary result of the first 7 months of 2021, the gross industrial output reached MNT 10.8 trillion, increased by MNT 2.6 trillion (32.4%) from the same period of the previous year. 
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Deputy Foreign Minister receives Turkish Ambassador
Deputy Foreign Minister B.Munkhjin received Ambassador of the Republic of Turkey to Mongolia H.E. Mr. Zafer Ateş on August 19, 2021.
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Unified policy to be implemented for free economic zones and establishment of satellite cities
On August 18, Speaker G.Zandanshatar held a meeting with members of the temporary committee on Ulaanbaatar city development policy and capital city authorities.
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Prompt actions to be taken to stock up on refined coal briquettes and its raw materials
To ensure the winter preparations of refined coal briquette plant ‘Tavan Tolgoi Tulsh’ LLC, the Cabinet yesterday, August 18, instructed relevant ministers and officials to take prompt actions to stock up on coal briquettes and its raw materials and import techniques and equipment required for the plant from Erlian, China.   
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Buyant Ukhaa airport’s land zoned for special use
At its regular meeting on August 18, the Cabinet zoned a 509.1 ha area in the 21st subdistrict of Khan-Uul district for the use of Buyant-Ukhaa airport and another 2.01 ha area for use by the Civil Aviation Authority of Mongolia.
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Priceless Artifacts Once Used by the Queen Consort Exhibited 7 hours
Monetary Policy Rate Maintained 8 hours
Construction Starts on New Phase of Selbe 20-Minute City Development 8 hours
World Ozone Day 2025 Celebrates 40 Years of Global Action 9 hours
'The MongolZ' Rises to the Top of the World Rankings 10 hours
DeMarcus Cousins to Play Again in the Mongolian League 10 hours
UNICEF Fundraising Gala Advances Newborn Screening in Mongolia 11 hours
Eleven Irrigation Systems Rehabilitated and Upgraded 12 hours
Ancient Tibetan Manuscripts Digitized at the National Library of Mongolia 12 hours
Parliament Reviews Audit Report on 2026 Budget Draft 13 hours
Shen Minjuan: SCO Summit Held at Widest Scale to Date 13 hours
2025 Autumn Session of the State Great Khural Commences with Structural Reforms 1 day
Gobi Bear Tagged with Satellite Tracking Collar 1 day
Tulga Claims Second World Championship Medal with Silver in Men’s Freestyle Wrestling 1 day
Mongolian Sumo Wrestlers Win Four Medals at Sumo World Championships 2025 1 day
International Experts Assess Mongolia’s Veterinary Sector Performance 1 day
International Forum Aims to Contribute to Sustainable Economic Growth 1 day
Institute of Physical Education and Sports Science, Established in Mongolia 1 day
Emergency Weather Alerts to Be Delivered via E-Mongolia Notification System 1 day
Mongolia Surpasses 617,000 Tourist Arrivals by Mid-September 2025 1 day
This Week in Mongolia 1 day
Government’s www.D-GOV.mn Launched 1 day
Digital Bridge 2025 Tech Forum Set for October 2–4 in Astana 4 days
Global Experts Convene in Ulaanbaatar for 'Bone and Muscle Health 2025' 4 days
Mongolian Cadet Judokas Secure Two Bronze Medals at Asian Championships 4 days
Mongolia’s Largest Mining Event Highlights Investment and Responsible Mining 4 days
Asia-Pacific Broadcasters Convene in Mongolia to Safeguard National Heritage Through Media 4 days
World’s Oldest Protected Mountain, Bogd Khan, Honored in State Worship Ceremony 4 days
Kazakhstan’s Ministry of Digital Development Announces the First Holder of Digital Nomad Residency 5 days
Defense Sector to Enhance Exchange, Cooperation 5 days
Open-Air Sports Complex Commissioned in Tolgoit 5 days
Ulaanbaatar and Japan Strengthen Clean Energy Partnership 5 days
General Meeting of Asia Securities Forum Opens in Ulaanbaatar 5 days
Mongolia Reviews Achievements of SCALA Climate Initiative 5 days
Government to Develop Unified ‘E-Business’ Platform for Enterprises 5 days
Minister Battsetseg Meets Naoko Ito to Advance Mongolia-Japan Cultural Ties 5 days
‘Mongolia-Japan Ethics and Discipline’ Calligraphy Exhibition Opens 6 days
State Visit of Governor-General of Australia Samantha Mostyn Concludes 6 days
Women Leaders Drive Equality Dialogue in Mongolia 6 days
Government Reports Operational Improvements at Erdenes Tavantolgoi Under Special Regime 6 days
Mongolia Records USD 16.6 Billion in Trade 6 days
Mongolian Businesses Meet South Korean Construction and Food Industry Entrepreneurs 6 days
Bolor-Erdene Ranks 32nd in World Duathlon Rankings 6 days
Drug Enforcement Department to Operate as Independent Unit 6 days
Government Launches D-GOV.mn System to Incorporate Citizens’ Initiatives into Decisions 6 days
Mongolian School in Ottawa Opens New Academic Year 6 days
Ambassador of Mongolia to Argentina Presents Letter of Credentials 6 days
Mongolia Deploys 15th Battalion’s Second Contingent to UN Mission in South Sudan 7 days
Wreaths Laid at the Monument for the Victims of Political Repression 7 days
Procedure for Customs Inspection of Goods and Vehicles Revised 7 days
The MongolZ Rankings Rise to Second Worldwide 7 days
Gutain Davaa at Risk of Withering in the Shadows of Gold 7 days
Third Meeting of the 'Working Group on Crisis Management Audit' Held 7 days
Hall of Fame for Mongolian Tank Troops Opens 7 days
Global South Media Leaders Discuss AI, Peace, Information 7 days
Climate Change and Human Activity Accelerate Decline of Mukhart River 7 days
Embryo Transfer of Mongolian Yak Successfully Implemented 7 days
Prime Minister Zandanshatar Reviews Harvest Progress in Orkhon and Selenge 7 days
New SICOS Social Insurance System to Be Piloted in 330 Soums 7 days
Dagvadorj Davaasuren Wins International Opera Singers’ Competition 8 days
Yuhan Group Joins ‘Billions of Trees’ National Movement 8 days
Zurich Celebrates Mongolian Heritage at Museum Night 8 days
Government Asked to Speed Up Crop Farming Decisions 8 days
Mongolian Cyclists Claim Gold and Bronze at International Events 8 days
Possibilities of Introducing Artificial Intelligence into Library Services Discussed 8 days
Power of Siberia 2: Ulaanbaatar Gas Supply Project Highlighted at 10th Eastern Economic Forum 8 days
International Literacy Day Marked Today 8 days
PM Zandanshatar Visits Construction of ‘Mimo’ Agro Park 8 days
'Suu' JSC Launches Bond Trading with Ring the Gong Ceremony 8 days
Ulaanbaatar Call for Action on Advancing the Human Rights of Older Persons Adopted 8 days
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