Economy
Coal export increases by 21.6 percent
According to the statistics of the Ministry of Mining and Heavy Industry, Mongolia exported 3,145.1 thousand tons of coal between January 1 to February 7, which increased by 559.5 thousand tons or 21.6 percent compared with the same period of the previous year.
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Feasibility study for gas pipeline project to be complete in the first quarter
Deputy PM S.Amarsaikhan today met virtually with authority of “Gazprom” Company and agreed to intensify the feasibility study for gas pipeline project.  
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Mineral industry makes up 27 percent of budget revenue
According to the preliminary results of the general government budget of Mongolia, budget revenue reached MNT 10.4 trillion, showing a decrease of MNT 1 trillion or 13.6 percent since the previous year. 
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Mortgage loan program able to fund for 12,000 apartments annually
Minister of Finance B.Javkhlan has informed that the housing mortgage loan program will continue as normal as part of the government’s MNT 10 trillion economic recovery and health protection plan presented by Prime Minister L.Oyun-Erdene last week. 
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Leveraging Digital Technologies Key to Asia’s COVID-19 Recovery
Digital platforms and other technology-based tools are providing new growth opportunities for businesses of all sizes and across all industries in Asia and the Pacific—a trend which could contribute significantly to the region’s sustainable recovery from the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic, according to a new report by the Asian Development Bank (ADB).
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Mongolian Stock Exchange total market capitalization reaches MNT 3 trillion
The main indicator of the Mongolian stock market - the TOP-20 index of the Mongolian Stock Exchange (MSE) has reached 22,197.91 units, with an increase of 3.10% from last week. This is the highest point the index has reached since 2017.
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Mongolia: Shift from Relief to Resilience Crucial to Economic Recovery
Hit by the COVID-19 crisis, Mongolia’s economy has experienced the worst contraction since its economic transition in early 1990s, but it is projected to rebound in 2021.
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Working group formed to issue municipal bonds by Ulaanbaatar
On February 9, 2021, chairs of the Citizens’ Representatives’ Khurals convened and approved to establish a working group responsible for issuing municipal bonds in the capital city. 
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Erdenes Mongol pays out MNT 2.37 billion in dividends
Erdenes Mongol LLC, established in 2007 with a purpose to represent the Government of Mongolia in developing the nation’s strategically important mineral deposits, has transferred a total of MNT 2 billion 37 million to the Government’s Implementing Agency for Policy Coordination on State Property to pay for the distribution of dividends for 100 million shares for the first time in its operation. 
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Export declines by one percent in 2020
In the first 12 months of 2020, Mongolia's exports decreased by one percent or USD 43 million compared to the same period of the previous year.
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Trade balance shows surplus of USD 2.2 million
In the first 12 months of 2020, the total foreign trade turnover decreased by 6 percent or USD 877 million compared to the same period of the previous year, reaching USD 12.870 million.
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President Battulga visits Salkhit gold and silver deposit in Dornogobi
On February 6, 2021, President of Mongolia Battulga Khaltmaa worked in Dornogobi aimag and visited the Salkhit gold and silver deposit. 
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Virtual meeting held between SME Agency and BpiFrance
The Agency of Small and Medium Enterprises (SME) and the Embassy of Mongolia in France organized a virtual meeting with French financial institution BpiFrance on 5 February, 2021. 
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Notes on Mongolia’s accession to UK GSP Enhanced Framework exchanged
On February 5, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs B.Munkhjin and Ambassador of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland to Mongolia Philip Malone exchanged notes on Mongolia’s accession to the Enhanced Framework of the UK’s GSP.
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Views exchanged on increasing export of meat and meat products to China
On February 4, Deputy Prime Minister S.Amarsaikhan received Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the People’s Republic of China to Mongolia Chai Wenrui.
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Deputy Mining Minister meets his Indian counterpart online
Deputy Minister of Mining and Heavy Industry O.Batnairamdal had a virtual meeting with Tarun Kapoor, Secretary, Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, Republic of India.
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Law to support oil refinery development approved
On January 29, 2021, the last day of its autumn session, State Great Khural of Mongolia approved a bill on Supporting the Oil Refinery. 
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Bogd Bank to launch IPO with Ard Securities as underwriter
Bogd Bank, the youngest bank in Mongolia’s banking industry, has announced that it would launch an initial public offering and list 20 percent of its shares on the Mongolian Stock Exchange to raise funds from public investors. 
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Mongolian and Cuban chambers of commerce to cooperate
President of the Mongolian National Chamber of Commerce and Industry O.Amartuvshin, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Cuba to Mongolia Raul Delgado Concepcion, and President of the Chamber of Commerce of Cuba Antonio Carricarte had a virtual meeting.
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Bank of Mongolia purchases 1.35 tons of precious metals in January
In January 2021, the Bank of Mongolia (BoM) purchased 1.35 tons of precious metals, showing an increase of 750 kg compared to the same period of the previous year.
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Mongolia and the Republic of Uzbekistan Elevate the Reletions to Comprehensive Partnership 5 hours
President of Mongolia and President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Held Official Talks 6 hours
President of Mongolia Welcomes President of the Republic of Uzbekistan 9 hours
President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev Arrives in Mongolia for a State Visit 10 hours
Mongolia-British Parliamentary Group Welcomes Members of Parliament of the United Kingdom 11 hours
Ulaanbaatar Launches Integrated Tele-Monitoring Center 11 hours
Promissory Notes in the Cashmere Sector: A New Financial Instrument for the Agricultural Industry 11 hours
Uzbekistan - Mongolia: A New Stage of Multifaceted Cooperation 14 hours
Mongolia and Uzbekistan to Develop Cooperation in Tourism 14 hours
Mongolian Team “Alpha Gaming” Wins the PUBG Mobile Super League – Central & South Asia Spring 2025 1 day
Health Minister Meets ADB Country Director to Discuss Projects and Programs in Health Sector 1 day
The First National Shearing and Woolhandling Championships Hosted with Over 100 Participants 1 day
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2025 FIBA 3x3 World Cup to Be Held on Sukhbaatar Square 1 day
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President of the Republic of Uzbekistan to Pay a State Visit to Mongolia 1 day
Parliamentary Resolution for Establishing Green Financing System Approved 4 days
Meeting Held with Representatives from OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights 5 days
His Majesty Emperor Naruhito and Her Majesty Queen Masako to Pay State Visit to Mongolia 5 days
Funds Raised from Bond to Be Allocated for Milk and Dairy Production 5 days
Smart Greenhouse Complex to Be Established in Ulaanbaatar 6 days
Thermal Power Stations Instructed to Work under Special Regime 6 days
Government Discusses Amendments to State Budget at Its First Session 6 days
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Prime Minister of Mongolia Appoints Ministers 7 days
Prime Minister Presents Nominees for Members of the Government to President of Mongolia 7 days
Gankhaich Wins Bronze Medal at World Judo Championships 8 days
State Great Khural Members Meet IMF Staff Team 8 days
Mongolian Boxers Win 16 Medals at the World Boxing Cup European Series 2025 8 days
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Mongolia to Cooperate with the United Kingdom in the Field of Mineral Resources 8 days
Open-Air Museum to Be Established on the Ruins of Old City of Kharakhorum 8 days
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“Mongol-B” Team Wins Gold Medal at the World Rapid and Blitz Team Championships 9 days
General Department of Taxation Awarded Silver Gender Equality Seal 9 days
Young People with Disabilities Launch Advocacy Campaign 9 days
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Reconstruction of Kharkhorin City Begins 9 days
Early Detection for Autism Spectrum Disorders to Be Improved 11 days
Mongolian and International MMA Fighters to Participate in the “Khangarid Cup” 11 days
Uilstuguldur Altankhuyag Appointed Chief of Staff of the Office of the President of Mongolia 12 days
Mongolia-People’s Republic of China Joint Border Commission Agrees on Infrastructure and Security Priorities 12 days
“Chopiniana” and “Paquita” Ballets to be Staged at the Mongolian State Academic Theatre of Opera and Ballet 12 days
372 Athletes Will Receive Ranking Points for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games 12 days
“Morin Khuur” Play Named Best at Baikal Mascot International Theater Festival 12 days
34th Prime Minister Zandanshatar Gombojav Receives Government Seal of Mongolia 12 days
People's Artist E. Amartuvshin Named One of the World's Top Five Opera Singers 12 days
Gold, Mined by Artisanal and Small-Scale Miners of Mongolia to Be Supplied to International Jewelry Companies 12 days
Zandanshatar Gombojav Appointed as Prime Minister of Mongolia 12 days
Student Police to Provide Assistance and Information for Tourists in Ulaanbaatar 12 days
Center of Excellence for English Language Teaching Opens in Ulaanbaatar 12 days
FIDE World Rapid and Blitz Team Chess Championships 2025 Underway 12 days
Standing Committee on State Structure Approves Proposal to Appoint Zandanshatar Gombojav as Prime Minister 12 days
President of Mongolia Submits Proposal to Nominate Zandanshatar Gombojav as Prime Minister of Mongolia to Parliament 12 days
Construction Work on 41 Hectares of Selbe Sub-Center Project Open for the Private Sector 12 days
Asia Folk 2025 Festival to Be Held for the Seventh Year in Ulaanbaatar 13 days
Lawyer Robert Painter: “It’s a Joy to See the T-Bataar Back Home and Smiling Happier Than Ever” 13 days
“Khasyn Khuleguud” Team Advances to the Semifinals of the Basketball Champions League Asia 2025 13 days
Asia Reference Center for Election Observation to Be Established in Mongolia 13 days
Mongolia Participates in the 113th Session of the International Labor Conference in Geneva 13 days
Draft Law on Amendments to the Law on the State Great Khural Submitted 13 days
Playtime Festival to Welcome 100,000 Attendees 13 days
Mongolian Boxers Claim Twelve Medals at World Boxing Cup European Series 2025 13 days
Mongolia Celebrates Buddha Day Nationwide 13 days
Mongolian Basketball Team “Xac Broncos” Advances to Basketball Champions Asia Quarterfinals 14 days
Mongolian Judokas to Compete in the 2025 World Judo Championships Depart for Budapest 14 days
“Danshig Naadam - Khuree Tsam 2025” to Be Held on June 27-29 14 days
Ministry of Environment and Climate Change of Mongolia and the Global Land Initiative to Cooperate in Combating Desertification and Land Degradation 14 days
Silver Gerege Discovered on the Territory of Mongolia for the First Time 14 days
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