Economy
Principals in arrears decreased by MNT 24.8 billion from previous year
In the end of December 2019, the amount of outstanding loan to entities, enterprises and citizens amounted to MNT 18.1 trillion, showing an increase of MNT 870.4 billion (5.1%) from the same period of previous year.
1987 days
Trade of government bonds in secondary markets amounted to MNT 27.9 billion in 2019
In 2019, 450.4 million pieces of securities worth of MNT161.4 billion were traded at the national stock market, which is decreased by MNT 198.7 billion (55.2%) compared to the same period of the previous year. 
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Tax revenue increased by 18.8 percent compared to previous year
In 2019, general government budget revenue amounted to MNT 11.9 trillion by preliminary results, with MNT 10.8 trillion of which accounted for equilibrated revenue.
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Mongolia’s foreign trade surplus reaches USD 1.5 billion in 2019
In 2019, Mongolia traded with 152 countries from all over the world and total trade turnover reached USD 13.7 billion, of which USD 7.6 billion were exports and USD 6.1 billion were imports.
1990 days
Sales of industrial production reach MNT 20.1 trillion in 2019
By preliminary results of 2019, the gross industrial output reached MNT 17.4 trillion, showing an increase of MNT 1.8 trillion (11.2%) from the previous year.
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All types of transport carry 173 million passengers in 2019
At the end of 2019, 69.0 million tonnes of freight were carried in total by all types of transport. Compared to the same period of the previous year, the carried freight increased by 1.2 million tonnes (1.7%).
1990 days
Oyu Tolgoi 2019 fourth quarter production and 2020 guidance released
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/. Turquoise Hill, who focuses on the Oyu Tolgoi mine development in Mongolia through its 66 percent of stakes, today announced fourth quarter 2019 production for Oyu Tolgoi as well as operational and financial guidance for 2020.
1990 days
Mongolian carriers become able to make transport to 16 countries
As a result of active work of the Ministry of Road and Transport for developing international road transport relations with European Union member states, conditions created to make transport with 16 countries, exchanging a letter of consent on conducting transportation.
1991 days
Mongolia welcomes 577.3 thousand tourists last year
The National Statistical Office reported that a total of 6.1 million passengers (double counting) have crossed the border of Mongolia in 2019, showing a decrease of 5.5 thousand or 0.1 percent.
1991 days
Erdenet Thermal Power Plant produced 324 million kw/h electricity in 2019
Orkhon /MONTSAME/. Thermal Power Plant of Erdenet Mining Corporation started electricity electricity two years ago. In 2019, the plant fulfilled its electricity supply plan by 100.1 percent, providing a total of 324 million kw/h of electricity. 
1991 days
World Bank East Asia Pacific Regional Vice President visits Mongolia
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/. The World Bank Vice President for East Asia and Pacific, Victoria Kwakwa, concluded a two-day official visit to Mongolia on January 14.
1993 days
Shadow economy fluctuates at 9.2-15.7 percent of GDP
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/. The National Statistical Office of Mongolia released a report on research made on the informal economy of Mongolia between 2015 and 2018. The report shows that the share of shadow economy in the country’s GDP has been fluctuating at around 9.2 – 15.7 percent in the last decade. 
1993 days
Free zones to be discussed
Current state, future, and the development of Zamyn-Uud, Altanbulag, and Tsagaannuur free economic zones will be broadly discussed on January 16.
1993 days
Mongolian products placed in Chinese online trading center
Over 100 types of products of Mongolian entities have been placed in Ho Tao online trading center in Bayannur city of Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region of China under circumstances to pay tax after sale.
1993 days
Import increases by 4.3 percent in 2019
Mongolia imported materials and products worth USD 6.1 billion in 2019 which increased by 4.3 percent compared with 2018, according to Mongolian Customs General Administration (MCGA).
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Mongolia joins Addis Tax Initiative
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/. The Addis Tax Initiative (ATI) has welcomed Mongolia as its newest member. In its press release, the ATI acknowledged Mongolia’s commitment to increasing domestic revenue mobilization (DRM) towards sustainable development. 
1993 days
Development plan for knowledge economy introduced
At the initiative of the Mongolian National Chamber of Commerce and Industry, the Speaker of Parliament G.Zandanshatar held a meeting with businessmen on January 11, exchanging views on timely issues and economic development of the country.
1994 days
EBRD finances major infrastructure project in Mongolia
Regional integration and international trade between Mongolia, China and Russia will be boosted by the completion of a major infrastructure project supported by the EBRD.
1994 days
Issues on Ulaanbaatar-Darkhan road extension construction discussed
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/.  Minister of Finance Ch.Khurelbaatar and Minister of Road and Transport Development B.Enkh-Amgalan met with Mr. Mookiah Thiruchelvam, Project Administration Unit Head of the Asian Development Bank’s Resident Mission in Mongolia. 
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New land valuations and tax payment system introduced
Land valuations, payment and tax system has been introduced into use.
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Foreign Ministers of Mongolia and the Republic of Kazakhstan Hold Official Talks 2 days
President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Pays a State Visit to Mongolia 2 days
Japan-Mongolia Sasakawa Scholarship Program to Be Implemented for 12 Years 2 days
Agreement Reached to Export 2,000 Tons of Horse Meat and Halal-Processed Mutton 2 days
Over 50 International Experts Share Experience on Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation 2 days
Cooperation with ADB in Shifting Ger Districts to Solar Energy Discussed 2 days
Prime Minister of Mongolia Receives Rio Tinto Copper Chief Executive 3 days
Construction of Selbe City to Cost MNT 25 Trillion 3 days
“Top-6” Tournament Named After Honored Athlete G. Boldbaatar to Be Held in Erdenet City 3 days
Mongolia Forum 2025 Takes Place under the Theme "Northeast Asian Peaceful Development and Korean Unification" 3 days
UN Secretary-General Reaffirms Support for Cooperation between Mongolia and UN 3 days
The First National Shearing and Woolhandling Championships Hosted with Over 100 Participants 3 days
Gender Gap Ranking of Mongolia Advances 20 Places 3 days
Mongolia Rated “Very High” in the United Nations E-Government Development Index 3 days
Nandin-Erdene to Compete for ROAD FC Championship Belt 3 days
“Gold-3” Campaign to Be Launched Nationwide 3 days
Mongolia to Host 17th World Horseback Archery Championship 3 days
“I Love Sushi” Exhibition to Promote Sushi Culture 3 days
Mongolia Hosts the 3x3 World Cup: Men Play without Substitutes Today 4 days
State Visit of President of the Republic of Uzbekistan to Mongolia Concludes 4 days
Mongolia Forum 2025 Takes Place under the Theme "Northeast Asian Peaceful Development and Korean Unification" 4 days
Presidents of Mongolia and the Republic of Uzbekistan Plant Commemorative Trees 4 days
Trilateral Efforts to Continue Joint Conservation and Research of Rare Bird Species 4 days
Electronic National Atlas of Mongolia Launched 4 days
State Secretary of the State Great Khural Meets Representatives of the Inter-Parliamentary Union 4 days
Prime Minister Tasks Ambassadors with Attracting Foreign Investment 4 days
Historic "Ikh Khuraldai" Tourism Complex Inaugurated 4 days
Sodnompiljee Enkhbayar Wins Seventh Gold Medal at the World Cup 4 days
Mongolia and the Republic of Uzbekistan Elevate the Relations to Comprehensive Partnership 5 days
President of Mongolia and President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Held Official Talks 5 days
President of Mongolia Welcomes President of the Republic of Uzbekistan 5 days
President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev Arrives in Mongolia for a State Visit 5 days
Mongolia-British Parliamentary Group Welcomes Members of Parliament of the United Kingdom 5 days
Ulaanbaatar Launches Integrated Tele-Monitoring Center 5 days
Promissory Notes in the Cashmere Sector: A New Financial Instrument for the Agricultural Industry 5 days
Uzbekistan - Mongolia: A New Stage of Multifaceted Cooperation 5 days
Mongolia and Uzbekistan to Develop Cooperation in Tourism 5 days
Mongolian Team “Alpha Gaming” Wins the PUBG Mobile Super League – Central & South Asia Spring 2025 6 days
Health Minister Meets ADB Country Director to Discuss Projects and Programs in Health Sector 6 days
The First National Shearing and Woolhandling Championships Hosted with Over 100 Participants 6 days
“MongolZ” Makes History: The First Asian Team to Win 2nd Place in World Counter-Strike Championship 6 days
2025 FIBA 3x3 World Cup to Be Held on Sukhbaatar Square 6 days
This Week in Mongolia 6 days
President of the Republic of Uzbekistan to Pay a State Visit to Mongolia 6 days
Parliamentary Resolution for Establishing Green Financing System Approved 9 days
Meeting Held with Representatives from OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights 9 days
His Majesty Emperor Naruhito and Her Majesty Queen Masako to Pay State Visit to Mongolia 9 days
Funds Raised from Bond to Be Allocated for Milk and Dairy Production 10 days
Smart Greenhouse Complex to Be Established in Ulaanbaatar 10 days
Thermal Power Stations Instructed to Work under Special Regime 10 days
Government Discusses Amendments to State Budget at Its First Session 10 days
Mongolian Writers to Take Part in Beijing International Book Fair 11 days
Mongolian Darts Player Tergel Khurelkhuu Tops the World Rankings 11 days
Prime Minister of Mongolia Appoints Ministers 11 days
Prime Minister Presents Nominees for Members of the Government to President of Mongolia 12 days
Gankhaich Wins Bronze Medal at World Judo Championships 12 days
State Great Khural Members Meet IMF Staff Team 12 days
Mongolian Boxers Win 16 Medals at the World Boxing Cup European Series 2025 12 days
Mongolia Promotes Its Culture at the Festival of Embassies in Prague 13 days
Mongolia to Cooperate with the United Kingdom in the Field of Mineral Resources 13 days
Open-Air Museum to Be Established on the Ruins of Old City of Kharakhorum 13 days
GMIT Celebrates Graduation of Eighth Cohort 13 days
“Mongol-B” Team Wins Gold Medal at the World Rapid and Blitz Team Championships 13 days
General Department of Taxation Awarded Silver Gender Equality Seal 13 days
Young People with Disabilities Launch Advocacy Campaign 13 days
This Week in Mongolia 13 days
Reconstruction of Kharkhorin City Begins 14 days
Early Detection for Autism Spectrum Disorders to Be Improved 16 days
Mongolian and International MMA Fighters to Participate in the “Khangarid Cup” 16 days
Uilstuguldur Altankhuyag Appointed Chief of Staff of the Office of the President of Mongolia 16 days
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