Politics
Prime Minister to head national population census commission
Prime Minister will head a National Commission in charge of conducting the 2020 national population census, the date of which has now been fixed.
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Deputy PM expresses Mongolia’s economic aspiration at SCO meeting
Representing Prime Minister U.Khurelsukh, Deputy Prime Minister U. Enkhtuvshin leads Mongolian delegates participating in the 16th Meeting of the Heads of Government Council of the Shanghai Cooperation Oragnisation (SCO) that took place in Sochi, Russia from November 30 to December 1.
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New director appointed at Mineral Resources and Petroleum Authority
The Cabinet appointed a new Director at the Mineral Resources and Petroleum Authority of Mongolia (MRPAM) on December 6.
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The Office of President joins activism against gender-based violence campaign
Ulaanbaatar/MONTSAME/Staff of the Office of the President have joined the Activism Against Gender-Based Violence Campaign and have been calling on the public to unite powers in the fight against violence. The 16 Days of Activism has been initiated by the UN General Assembly. 
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Road and Transport Minister attends ‘Transport Week-2017’
Minister of Road and Transport Development J.Bat-Erdene is attending the international forum and exhibition ‘Transport Week-2017’ that runs on December 2-8 in Moscow, Russian Federation. Official opening of the event, which brought together delegates of over 40 countries, was held on December 5 in Gostiny Dvor Complex. During the event, Minister J. Bat-Erdene held an official talk with Russian Railways OJSC’s CEO  Oleg Belozerov.
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JPY 32 billion loan agreement ratified
On December 7, Parliament discussed and adopted a bill on a JPY 32 billion loan agreement for the Japan International Cooperation Agency’s (JICA) Fiscal, Social and Economic Reform Development Policy Loan.
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Parliament ratifies USD 120 million financing agreement
On December 7, Parliament discussed and adopted a bill on USD 120 million Financing Agreement between the Government of Mongolia and the World Bank’s International Development Association.
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Foreign Affairs Minister attends 24th OSCE Ministerial Council meeting
Foreign Affairs Minister D. Tsogtbaatar is taking part in the 24th OSCE Ministerial Council meeting in Vienna, Austria on December 7-8. The Ministerial Council is the central decision-making and governing body of the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE).
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Mongolia and Russia to move forward their transportation projects
Minister of Road and Transport Development J.Bat-Erdene held an official meeting with his Russian counterpart M.Yu.Sokolov on December 07 during his attendance at “Russian Transportation Week-2017” international event  on December 02 -08. Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Mongolia to the Russian Federation B.Delgermaa attended the meeting as well.
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Parliament overrides partial veto on 2018 budget
The Parliament discussed and voted down the President’s partial veto on the expenditure section of the 2018 State Budget on December 7.
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Cabinet Meeting in brief
During its regular meeting on December 6, the Cabinet discussed following issues.
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Cabinet adds three countries to list of offshore territories
During its regular meeting on December 6, the Cabinet resolved to modify the list of countries and territories designated as offshore zone. The list now includes Singapore, Hong Kong and Switzerland.
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Mongolia and Vietnam to widen cooperation scope
Parliament Speaker M.Enkhbold received Doan ThiHuong, the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam to Mongolia on December 05.
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Prime Minister meets JICA Vice President
Prime Minister U.Khurelsukh underlined the significance of Japanese assistance within the Extended Fund Facility program of the International Monetary Fund.
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Second Compact could be signed in first half of 2018
Prime Minister U.Khurelsukh appreciated the successful development of the Second Compact Agreement between Government of Mongolia and the US based Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC).
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MP N.Oyundari requests EU to support introduction of euro standard
Head of the Mongolia-Europe group in Parliament of Mongolia, Member of Parliament N.Oyundari met Marko Ferri, Charge d’affaires of the European Union Delegation to Mongolia on Monday.
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Shine Mongol Academic Institute President J.Galbadrakh to receive Rising Sun Order of Japan
President of Shine Mongol Academic Institute J.Galbadrakh will be awarded with the Order of the Rising Sun on December 06. The awarding ceremony will take place in Embassy of Japan in Mongolia at 18:30PM.
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Mongolia and China to cooperate on border jam
“Mongolia and China reviewed the actions and measures taken in 2017 within bilateral cooperation and identified the main directions for 2018,” said D.Gankhuyag, Ambassador of Mongolia to the People’s Republic of China on December 5.
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President puts partial veto on Bill on State Budget
On December 5, President of Mongolia Kh.Battulga put a partial veto on the expenditure section of the Bill on the 2018 State Budget, in a view that the bill encourages prodigal expenditure of state budget. An official letter was submitted to Chairman of the State Great Khural M.Enkhbold.
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Mongolia and China express mutual interest to intensify cooperation
The Foreign Ministers of Mongolia and China exchanged views and reached agreement on a wide range of issues concerning bilateral relations, reported the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on December 4.
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Reconstruction of Kharkhorin City Begins 6 hours
Early Detection for Autism Spectrum Disorders to Be Improved 2 days
Mongolian and International MMA Fighters to Participate in the “Khangarid Cup” 2 days
Uilstuguldur Altankhuyag Appointed Chief of Staff of the Office of the President of Mongolia 2 days
Mongolia-People’s Republic of China Joint Border Commission Agrees on Infrastructure and Security Priorities 2 days
“Chopiniana” and “Paquita” Ballets to be Staged at the Mongolian State Academic Theatre of Opera and Ballet 3 days
372 Athletes Will Receive Ranking Points for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games 3 days
“Morin Khuur” Play Named Best at Baikal Mascot International Theater Festival 3 days
34th Prime Minister Zandanshatar Gombojav Receives Government Seal of Mongolia 3 days
People's Artist E. Amartuvshin Named One of the World's Top Five Opera Singers 3 days
Gold, Mined by Artisanal and Small-Scale Miners of Mongolia to Be Supplied to International Jewelry Companies 3 days
Zandanshatar Gombojav Appointed as Prime Minister of Mongolia 3 days
Student Police to Provide Assistance and Information for Tourists in Ulaanbaatar 3 days
Center of Excellence for English Language Teaching Opens in Ulaanbaatar 3 days
FIDE World Rapid and Blitz Team Chess Championships 2025 Underway 3 days
Standing Committee on State Structure Approves Proposal to Appoint Zandanshatar Gombojav as Prime Minister 3 days
President of Mongolia Submits Proposal to Nominate Zandanshatar Gombojav as Prime Minister of Mongolia to Parliament 3 days
Construction Work on 41 Hectares of Selbe Sub-Center Project Open for the Private Sector 3 days
Asia Folk 2025 Festival to Be Held for the Seventh Year in Ulaanbaatar 3 days
Lawyer Robert Painter: “It’s a Joy to See the T-Bataar Back Home and Smiling Happier Than Ever” 3 days
“Khasyn Khuleguud” Team Advances to the Semifinals of the Basketball Champions League Asia 2025 4 days
Asia Reference Center for Election Observation to Be Established in Mongolia 4 days
Mongolia Participates in the 113th Session of the International Labor Conference in Geneva 4 days
Draft Law on Amendments to the Law on the State Great Khural Submitted 4 days
Playtime Festival to Welcome 100,000 Attendees 4 days
Mongolian Boxers Claim Twelve Medals at World Boxing Cup European Series 2025 4 days
Mongolia Celebrates Buddha Day Nationwide 4 days
Mongolian Basketball Team “Xac Broncos” Advances to Basketball Champions Asia Quarterfinals 5 days
Mongolian Judokas to Compete in the 2025 World Judo Championships Depart for Budapest 5 days
“Danshig Naadam - Khuree Tsam 2025” to Be Held on June 27-29 5 days
Ministry of Environment and Climate Change of Mongolia and the Global Land Initiative to Cooperate in Combating Desertification and Land Degradation 5 days
Silver Gerege Discovered on the Territory of Mongolia for the First Time 5 days
Buddha Day: A Day of Compassion, Empathy, and Loving Kindness 5 days
Honorary Reception Commemorating 75 Years of Mongolia-Poland Relations Held 5 days
Contract for the Construction of Gashuunsukhait-Gantsmod Cross-Border Railway Signed 6 days
Aviation Meteorological Center Introduces ISO 9001:2015 Quality-Management System 6 days
MPP Nominates Zandanshatar Gombojav for Prime Minister of Mongolia 6 days
Mongolian Youths to Study U.S. Political Systems Under MUNCEP-2025 6 days
Davaadalai Tumendalai: Solid Construction Waste Can Be Recycled and Put Into Economic Circulation as Gravel and Aggregate 6 days
“Students' Grove” Established at NUM Training and Research Center in Kharkhorin 6 days
Mongolian Chess Players to Compete in the FIDE World Rapid and Blitz Team Chess Championships 6 days
The "Mongolian Gallery" Exhibition Opens in Calgary City of Canada 7 days
The "Czech Villadom" Project to Provide Green Housing for 40 Households Launches 7 days
Legal Regulations Protecting Taxpayers’ Rights and Interests Enforced 7 days
Acting Foreign Minister of Mongolia Receives Non-Resident Ambassador of Oman to Mongolia 7 days
Third State Central Hospital Introduces Surgery for Deep-Seated Brain Tumors 7 days
This Week in Mongolia 7 days
Honorable Mr. Ban Ki-moon Donates MNT 180 Million in Support of the “Billions of Trees” National Movement 9 days
Impressions and Insights of the Distinguished Guests of the Sustainability Dialogue 2025 9 days
Strings of the Soul: Fiddleland Ensemble in Concert 9 days
State Great Khural to Prioritize Strengthening Legislation Against Cybercrime 9 days
Construction of Ulaanbaatar Cable Car Project in Progress 9 days
President of Mongolia and the 8th UN Secretary-General Plant Trees in Peacekeepers' Grove 9 days
Ulemj Damiran: Countries are Focusing on Energy System Security 9 days
Muralee Thummarukudy: Mongolia Hosting COP17 Will Be a Turning Point for Global Rangeland Action 9 days
Khurelsukh Ukhnaa: Mutual Understanding and Cooperation are Crucial for Mitigating Climate Change 10 days
Second Phase of the IFC Green Finance Market Development Project Launches 10 days
Mongolia Secures the Right to Host the Asian Individual Chess Championships in 2026 10 days
Environmental and Social Impact of Ulaanbaatar Metro Project Under Assessment 10 days
“Sustainability Dialogue 2025 - Climate Action: Billions of Trees” International Forum Commences 10 days
Mongolian Tourism Companies Participating in KOFTA 2025 Under the “Go Mongolia” National Brand 10 days
Awards Presented to the Winners of the “S. Dashdoorov” Academic Research Competition 10 days
The 10th Ulaanbaatar Dialogue on Northeast Asian Security Commences 10 days
Mongolia Maritime Administration and Korea Shipowners' Association Sign Memorandum of Understanding 10 days
Mongolia Hosts Regional Conference of International Association of Prosecutors 10 days
Astana International Forum-2025 Brings Together Public and Private Sector Leaders from Over 70 Countries 10 days
Mongolia to Host “Sustainability Dialogue 2025 - Climate Action: Billions of Trees” Forum 11 days
Mongolian and South Korean Artists to Perform “Madama Butterfly” in Ulaanbaatar 11 days
Draft Law on Amendments to the General Law on Taxation to Be Submitted to Parliament 11 days
Project Selection to Focus on Reducing Untreatable Diseases in Mongolia 11 days
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