Ulikhan and Khavirga border points to be connected by paved roads
On May 22, Prime Minister L.Oyun-Erdene worked at Ulikhan border crossing port in Bayan-Uul soum, Dornod aimag.
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National flag carrier awarded the Order of the Red Banner of Labour
By the decree of the President of Mongolia Kh. Battulga, the national airline ‘MIAT’ was awarded the Order of the Red Banner of Labour in recognition of its outstanding contribution to the development of inclusive air transport that meets the social needs of citizens and supports tourism through its activities that respect public interest, and the creditable works of generations of its employees.
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Presidential candidates approved, election campaign period kicks off
Mongolia’s quadrennial presidential election of 2021 is scheduled on June 9, Wednesday. The General Election Commission (GEC) has approved the candidates nominated by three political parties and coalitions with seats in the State Great Khural. 
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37.5 percent of population fully vaccinated against COVID-19
Since the vaccination rollout launched in February, 1,830,623 people or 88.6 percent of the total population have been vaccinated with the first dose of vaccine and 773,940 people or 37.5 percent with the second dose. 
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Terunofuji G.Gan-Erdene grabs first title as Ozeki at May Grand Sumo Tournament
On the 15th or the final day of the Grand Sumo Tournament that took place in Tokyo, Japan, ozeki Terunofuji G.Gan-Erdene grabbed his first championship title by defeating fellow ozeki Takakeisho in a playoff, finishing the tournament with 13 wins. 
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COVID-19: 630 new cases and five deaths reported
Daily briefing on the COVID-19 situation for today, May 24, reported that 630 new coronavirus cases were detected in the past 24 hours across the country after a total of 5,849 PCR tests were performed nationwide. 
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Genghis Khan exhibition project discussed
On May 21, His Excellency Avirmid Battur, Ambassador to France, received Mr. Bertrand Guillet, Director of the History Museum of Nantes, Castle of Nantes, and Ms. Marie Favereau, History professor and researcher at the University of Paris-Nanterre to exchange views on the project of an exhibition about Genghis Khan which is planned to be hosted by the Museum through October 2023 and May 2024.
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Stock Exchange weekly review /May 17-21/
During the week of May 17, 2021 to May 21, 2021, MNT 2,816,043,308.71 worth of securities were traded through 5 trading sessions on the MSE.
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Workshop on Integrated Planning of Infrastructure Corridors for Mongolia organized
Online Workshop on The United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific Web-Toolkit for Integrated Planning of Infrastructure Corridors for Mongolia was successfully organized on May 19, 2021 for Mongolian policy makers and invited participants.
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IAAC: Complaints regarding local government corruption increasing
The Independent Authority Against Corruption’s (IAAC) Research and Analysis division reviews the implementation of its statutory functions to evaluate the effectiveness of its internal operations and increase productivity. One of them is a monthly analysis of received complaints and information regarding corruption.
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1.8 million people get first dose of COVID-19 vaccine nationwide
Since the vaccination rollout launched in February, a total of 1,827,826 people have received their first shots of COVID-19 vaccine and 753,136 people have gotten their second shots.
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COVID-19: 539 new cases recorded
 539 new cases of COVID-19 were reported nationwide in the past 24 hours.  
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Speaker G.Zandanshatar delivers speech at Ulaanbaatar-Irkutsk online event
This year marks the 100th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Mongolia and Russia. To celebrate the historic anniversary, the Mongolian-Russian Friendship Association and the Russian Center for Science and Culture in Ulaanbaatar have been organizing a series of “100 Years Together” online friendship events since February 2021.
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Mongolia reports 684 new cases of COVID-19 and four deaths
At 11 a.m., May 22, the Ministry of Health provided updates on coronavirus situation in Mongolia.
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IAAC analyses penal sanctions of corruption-related crimes and Corruption Perception Index
It is common for citizens and researchers to attribute Mongolia’s stagnant corruption level to the lenient penal sanctions for corruption crime. The competent authority of any country prosecutes corruption crimes in accordance with its applicable international and domestic law. 
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Khentii, Dornod, and Sukhbaatar aimags to be developed into a historical tourism region
On May 20, Prime Minister L.Oyun-Erdene’s working visit continued in Khentii aimag. Tourism is being planned to be developed in regions, based on geographic locations and the nature, history and culture resources, introduced Minister of Environment and Tourism N.Urtnasan.
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Scientific Cluster Center to be established
On May 20, Minister of Education and Science L.Enkh-Amgalan became acquainted with the laboratory operations of institutions of the Mongolian Academy of Sciences (MAS) as well as the results of the research works being carried out.
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MP Tserenpuntsag takes part in Asian Parliamentary Assembly Standing Committee meeting
The Asian Parliamentary Assembly (APA) Standing committee on Economic and Sustainable development held a virtual meeting on May 20. Representing the parliament of Mongolia, Mr. Ts.Tserenpuntsag, member of the State Great Hural participated in the virtual meeting.
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Mongolia-Kazakhstan consular consultative meeting held virtually
The 10th consular consultative meeting between the Ministries of Foreign Affairs of Mongolia and the Republic of Kazakhstan was held virtually on May 20. 
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Inter-city traffic movement opened to rest of the country, with exception of Umnugobi and Dornogobi
The State Emergency Commission has made a decision to open traffic movement to the rest of the country, with the exception of Umnugobi and Dornogobi aimags starting from May 22.
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Orkhon Aimag Hosts Copper Festival to Boost Tourism and Mining 15 hours
Infrastructure Construction Continues at Hunnu City 18 hours
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International Forum Aims to Contribute to Sustainable Economic Growth 4 days
Institute of Physical Education and Sports Science, Established in Mongolia 4 days
Emergency Weather Alerts to Be Delivered via E-Mongolia Notification System 4 days
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Government’s www.D-GOV.mn Launched 4 days
Digital Bridge 2025 Tech Forum Set for October 2–4 in Astana 7 days
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Mongolian Cadet Judokas Secure Two Bronze Medals at Asian Championships 7 days
Mongolia’s Largest Mining Event Highlights Investment and Responsible Mining 7 days
Asia-Pacific Broadcasters Convene in Mongolia to Safeguard National Heritage Through Media 7 days
World’s Oldest Protected Mountain, Bogd Khan, Honored in State Worship Ceremony 7 days
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Defense Sector to Enhance Exchange, Cooperation 7 days
Open-Air Sports Complex Commissioned in Tolgoit 7 days
Ulaanbaatar and Japan Strengthen Clean Energy Partnership 7 days
General Meeting of Asia Securities Forum Opens in Ulaanbaatar 8 days
Mongolia Reviews Achievements of SCALA Climate Initiative 8 days
Government to Develop Unified ‘E-Business’ Platform for Enterprises 8 days
Minister Battsetseg Meets Naoko Ito to Advance Mongolia-Japan Cultural Ties 8 days
‘Mongolia-Japan Ethics and Discipline’ Calligraphy Exhibition Opens 8 days
State Visit of Governor-General of Australia Samantha Mostyn Concludes 8 days
Women Leaders Drive Equality Dialogue in Mongolia 8 days
Government Reports Operational Improvements at Erdenes Tavantolgoi Under Special Regime 8 days
Mongolia Records USD 16.6 Billion in Trade 8 days
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Bolor-Erdene Ranks 32nd in World Duathlon Rankings 9 days
Drug Enforcement Department to Operate as Independent Unit 9 days
Government Launches D-GOV.mn System to Incorporate Citizens’ Initiatives into Decisions 9 days
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Wreaths Laid at the Monument for the Victims of Political Repression 9 days
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