394 new cases of COVID-19 confirmed
In Mongolia, 394 new cases of COVID-19 have been confirmed in the past 24 hours, reported at the regular press briefing of the Ministry of Health today on April 1.
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256 citizens brought home from Seoul
A charter plane from Seoul to Ulaanbaatar landed at the Buyant-Ukhaa International Airport on March 31 at 9:30 PM.
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Government opts not to impose strict lockdown, some restrictions in place instead
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Government opts not to impose strict lockdown, some restrictions in place instead
On March 31, the cabinet convened for a regular meeting and decided not to move the country into the Red Level or the all-out-readiness regime starting from April 3, Saturday, until April 18, Sunday despite the State Emergency Commission has suggested to impose strict lockdown to curb the spread of COVID-19 pandemic. 
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'All for YOUth, YOUth for all' project training held on 'How to convert your traditional business to online'
Businesses and young entrepreneurs have been exposed to the consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic and it is challenging for the business community to survive with lockdowns, reduced revenues and other issues. Businesses are confronted with less customer interaction and stricter lockdowns in place. Therefore, small and mediums businesses (SMEs) have to adapt their business models to react better this new changing environment.
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Around 2,500 borrowers receive MNT 153 billion of loans to support employment
During its regular meeting held on March 31, the cabinet heard a presentation on the programs to support the country’s economy within the framework of the ‘MNT 10 trillion Comprehensive Plan for Health Protection and Economic Recovery’. 
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Government approves MNT 2.7 billion as incentives for frontline healthcare workers
At its regular meeting dated March 31, the cabinet approved to provide incentives to healthcare employees working on the COVID-19 frontline. 
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Japan’s experience with COVID-19 shared through online workshop
The WHO Western Pacific Region has hosted an online workshop under a theme “Strengthening Health Care in Mongolia”.
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PM works at Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Prime Minister of Mongolia L.Oyun-Erdene yesterday got acquainted with the activities of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
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Polar Star Order presented to Chairman of Ural Turbine Works Board of Directors
Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Mongolia to Russia D.Davaa presented the order to Mr. Mikhail Valerievich Lifschitz at the Mongolian Embassy on March 30.  
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Mongolia reports 377 new cases of COVID-19, two coronavirus-related deaths
At the regular press briefing of the Ministry of Health today on March 31, it was reported that 377 new cases were detected in Mongolia. 
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Education Minister meets Head of UNFPA Mongolia Country Office
Minister of Educaiton and Science L.Enkh-Amgalan had a meeting with Kaori Ishikawa, Head of Office for Mongolia Country Office of the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA). 
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PM: Effective lockdown could help vaccinate 1 million population in Mongolia within April
On March 30, Prime Minister of Mongolia L.Oyun-Erdene worked at the National Cancer Center and National Center for Communicable Diseases. 
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Culture Minister met with representatives of language, culture, literature, art studies
Minister of Culture Ch.Nomin has held a meeting with representatives of language, culture, literature and art studies of the country. At the beginning of the meeting, Minister of Culture Ch.Nomin introduced draft Strategic Plan for the Development of Creative Cultural Production, which is a goal of the Strategic Plan of the Ministry of Culture for 2021-2024, and exchanged views with the meeting participants.
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Oyu Tolgoi declares force majeure due to delayed copper concentrate shipments to Chinese customers
On March 30, Turquoise Hill Resources Ltd announced that Oyu Tolgoi LLC (“Oyu Tolgoi”) has declared force majeure in connection with customer contracts for concentrate as a result of Oyu Tolgoi shipments of concentrate to its Chinese customers being suspended due to COVID-19 health and safety precautions related to Chinese-Mongolian border crossings. Oyu Tolgoi continues to support the Government of Mongolia’s efforts to work with Chinese officials to resume the shipments of copper concentrate to its Chinese customers as soon as possible.
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Certificate handed over to test kit made by Mongolian scientists
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Climate adaptation and risk management project to commence in Mongolia
Mongolia is among the countries most impacted by climate change with an observed temperature increase of 2.1C over the past 70 years and its key socioeconomic sectors including agriculture and animal husbandry in addition to the natural ecosystem are adversely affected by the changing climate conditions requiring urgent and timely actions.  
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ADB to help strengthen Mongolia’s health sector and response to COVID-19
On March 30, the Asian Development Bank (ADB) approved a $100 million loan to strengthen Mongolia’s health sector and its response to the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic.
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Primary market trading order of 'ETT Bond' launches
‘Erdenes Tavantolgoi’ JSC is offering bonds worth MNT600 billion to the public. The Financial Regulatory Committee registered the ETT’s bonds in the securities registry.
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Wool and cashmere factories commit to sustainable textile production
A total of 18 national textile industries have joined to a Voluntary Code of Practice (VCP) for Mongolian sustainable textile production, agreeing for an environmentally-friendly, socially sound, and economically viable production.The Voluntary Code of Practice aims to enhance and ensure a strong sustainability profile of the Mongolian wool and cashmere industry, allowing for better recognition in the global wool and cashmere market and increased sales due to a sustainability performance that stands out against ordinary textiles. 
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Mongolia Elected to Universal Postal Union’s Postal Operations Council for First Time 1 day
More Than 2,500 Engineers and Specialists Engaged in Bagakhangai-Hunnu City Railway Project 1 day
Ambassador Igawahara Masaru Visits Uvs Aimag 1 day
Government Approves First Regulation on Public Physical Education 1 day
New Dinosaur Species Study Published in Prestigious Nature Journal 1 day
Mongolist Anna Tsendina Donates Rare Zanabazar-Era Deity Sculpture 1 day
Mongolia to Host UNCCD COP17 With Participation of 10,000 Delegates 1 day
Chair of Parliamentary Standing Committee on Environment meets Deputy Regional Director of GGGI Asia 1 day
Orkhon Purevdorj Wins Bronze at 2025 World Wrestling Championships 1 day
Mongolian School in Seoul Celebrates 25th Annual Naadam Festival 1 day
‘Mongolian Literary Culture’ Exhibition on Display 1 day
Government of Türkiye Grants 68 Scholarships to Mongolian Students in 2025 1 day
Orkhon Aimag Hosts Copper Festival to Boost Tourism and Mining 2 days
Infrastructure Construction Continues at Hunnu City 2 days
Mongolia-China Media: AI Brings Unprecedented Opportunities, Challenges 2 days
Enkhjin Wins Bronze at World Wrestling Championships 2 days
Baganuur Battery Storage Power Station Supplies 48.7 Million kWh to Central Grid 2 days
Altjin Wins Bronze at World Wrestling Championships 2 days
Women Political Leaders Expand Cooperation 3 days
Former Parliamentary Leaders Meet at Khuraldai Advisory Chamber 3 days
Buuruljuut Power Plant’s Second Unit Set for December 2025 Commissioning 3 days
Wreaths Laid at the Monument to Marshal Tsedenbal Yumjaa 3 days
Consumer Prices in Mongolia Rise 8.8 Percent in August 3 days
Bronze Trophy Named after Yuri Nikulin Awarded to Mongolian Contortionists in Moscow 3 days
'Origin': A Photographer’s Tribute to Endangered Languages 3 days
Inner Mongolian Cultural Days Commence 3 days
Harvest Progress Update: Increases in Hay and Vegetable Yields, Drop in Potato Production 3 days
Mongolia and Saudi Arabia Establish Framework for Direct Flights 3 days
Foreign Trade of Mongolia Totals USD 16.6 Billion in First Eight Months of 2025 3 days
Virtual Zone Established to Support Information Technology Production 3 days
Employees of ‘Thermal Power Plant No. 4’ JSC Donate Blood to Save 240 Lives 4 days
Chinese Media Delegation Visits MONTSAME News Agency 4 days
Wetland Restoration Efforts Ongoing at Ganga Lake in Eastern Mongolia 4 days
Priceless Artifacts Once Used by the Queen Consort Exhibited 4 days
Monetary Policy Rate Maintained 4 days
Construction Starts on New Phase of Selbe 20-Minute City Development 4 days
World Ozone Day 2025 Celebrates 40 Years of Global Action 4 days
'The MongolZ' Rises to the Top of the World Rankings 4 days
DeMarcus Cousins to Play Again in the Mongolian League 4 days
UNICEF Fundraising Gala Advances Newborn Screening in Mongolia 4 days
Eleven Irrigation Systems Rehabilitated and Upgraded 5 days
Ancient Tibetan Manuscripts Digitized at the National Library of Mongolia 5 days
Parliament Reviews Audit Report on 2026 Budget Draft 5 days
Shen Minjuan: SCO Summit Held at Widest Scale to Date 5 days
2025 Autumn Session of the State Great Khural Commences with Structural Reforms 5 days
Gobi Bear Tagged with Satellite Tracking Collar 5 days
Tulga Claims Second World Championship Medal with Silver in Men’s Freestyle Wrestling 6 days
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International Experts Assess Mongolia’s Veterinary Sector Performance 6 days
International Forum Aims to Contribute to Sustainable Economic Growth 6 days
Institute of Physical Education and Sports Science, Established in Mongolia 6 days
Emergency Weather Alerts to Be Delivered via E-Mongolia Notification System 6 days
Mongolia Surpasses 617,000 Tourist Arrivals by Mid-September 2025 6 days
This Week in Mongolia 6 days
Government’s www.D-GOV.mn Launched 6 days
Digital Bridge 2025 Tech Forum Set for October 2–4 in Astana 8 days
Global Experts Convene in Ulaanbaatar for 'Bone and Muscle Health 2025' 8 days
Mongolian Cadet Judokas Secure Two Bronze Medals at Asian Championships 8 days
Mongolia’s Largest Mining Event Highlights Investment and Responsible Mining 8 days
Asia-Pacific Broadcasters Convene in Mongolia to Safeguard National Heritage Through Media 9 days
World’s Oldest Protected Mountain, Bogd Khan, Honored in State Worship Ceremony 9 days
Kazakhstan’s Ministry of Digital Development Announces the First Holder of Digital Nomad Residency 9 days
Defense Sector to Enhance Exchange, Cooperation 9 days
Open-Air Sports Complex Commissioned in Tolgoit 9 days
Ulaanbaatar and Japan Strengthen Clean Energy Partnership 9 days
General Meeting of Asia Securities Forum Opens in Ulaanbaatar 9 days
Mongolia Reviews Achievements of SCALA Climate Initiative 9 days
Government to Develop Unified ‘E-Business’ Platform for Enterprises 9 days
Minister Battsetseg Meets Naoko Ito to Advance Mongolia-Japan Cultural Ties 9 days
‘Mongolia-Japan Ethics and Discipline’ Calligraphy Exhibition Opens 10 days
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