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70th UN Commission on Status of Women Ongoing
The 70th session of the Commission on the Status of Women under the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) is currently taking place in New York City, United States.
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‘Open Parliament’ Internship Program Begins
To increase transparency of the State Great Khural and its Secretariat, share parliamentary education, and activate citizen engagement in state matters, the “Open Parliament” comprehensive program for 2026 has officially started.
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Discussion Explores Innovation and Export Potential of Traditional Medicine
A discussion titled “Pharmaceutical Production, Innovation and Export of Mongolian Traditional Medicine” was held at the “Great Chinggis Khaan” Hall of the State Palace in Ulaanbaatar on March 11, 2026. The event focused on improving the legal framework of the traditional medicine sector, supporting development based on advanced technologies and artificial intelligence, implementing a unified human resource policy, ensuring the quality and safety of traditional medicine production, and promoting the export of traditional medicinal products as national brands.
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Citizens Able to Participate in Decision-Making Digitally
The Ministry of Digital Development, Innovation, and Communications is piloting the “Digital Aimag” policy recommendations in Darkhan-Uul and Uvurkhangai aimags as part of efforts to accelerate digital transformation in local areas.
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Cancer Center-2 Project Feasibility Study to Be Accelerated
Minister of Finance Javkhlan Bold met with Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance and Economy of the Republic of Korea, Koo Yun-cheol, on March 10, 2026, to exchange views on cooperation and ongoing projects in the finance and economics sector.
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Unified Digital System to Integrate Medicine Registration, Distribution
A conference of pharmaceutical sector executives was held on March 11, 2026, to discuss the current situation in the pharmaceutical supply sector, the legal framework, pressing challenges, and future development solutions in Mongolia.
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MIAT Special Flight Repatriates 91 Mongolian Citizens
Mongolia’s national flag carrier, MIAT Mongolian Airlines, successfully operated a special mission flight on the Ulaanbaatar-Dubai-Ulaanbaatar route, bringing 91 Mongolian citizens back home.
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Social Security for Armed Forces Personnel to Be Improved
Prime Minister Zandanshatar Gombojav visited the General Staff of the Armed Forces on March 10, 2026.
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Public Service Reference Documents Now Available in Six Languages
Twelve types of official reference documents and certificates that were previously issued only in English through Mongolia’s integrated public service system are now available in Russian, English, Chinese, Korean, and French.
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'Tourism Week 2026' National Conference Taking Place
The “Tourism Week 2026” national conference, jointly organized by the Ministry of Culture, Sports, Tourism and Youth and the Mongolia Tourism Organization, opened at the State Palace on March 9.
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Mongolia, Finland to Strengthen Cooperation in Education Sector
Education Minister Naranbayar Purevsuren visited Finland from June 4 to 6 and participated in the 15th meeting of the Mongolia–Finland Intergovernmental Commission. During the visit, he also held an official meeting with Finland’s Minister of Education and Culture, Anders Adlercreutz.
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Snowmelt Flood Risk Warning Issued
Air temperature is rising across most parts of the country from March 9 to 11, increasing the risk of snowmelt flooding, especially in areas with heavy snow cover, the National Agency for Meteorology and Environmental Monitoring has warned.
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Special Flight to Repatriate Mongolian Citizens from Middle East
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Mongolia announced that a special flight will be operated to repatriate Mongolian citizens currently staying in the Middle East.
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Museum Days Bring 10,000 Visitors to Chinggis Khaan Museum
To increase participation of children, youth, and family members nationwide through historical and cultural heritage and works of art, and to foster national pride and patriotism, the Museum Open Days 2026 event was organized last week.
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Injection Therapy for Spinal Nerve Root Pain Introduced
Specialists at the Pain Management Unit of the General Hospital for Special State Servants (GHSSS) have introduced a treatment method to relieve pain caused by compression and inflammation of spinal nerve roots.
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Mongolia Imported 12.2 Million Fresh Flowers in 2025
Demand for flowers reached its peak during International Women’s Day, when people widely presented flowers to celebrate the occasion.
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This Week in Mongolia
Summary of events for the week of March 9–15, 2026.
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Glorious Mothers Honored at State Palace Ceremony
 A ceremony honoring mothers awarded the Order of the Maternal Glory was held at the State Palace to mark International Women’s Day.  
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15th Meeting of Mongolia–Finland Intergovernmental Commission on Economic, Scientific, and Technical Cooperation Held
The 15th meeting of the Mongolia–Finland Intergovernmental Commission on Economic, Scientific, and Technical Cooperation was held on March 5 in Helsinki, the Republic of Finland.
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Cooperation with University of Turku to Be Expanded
Minister of Education  Naranbayar Purevsuren, accompanied by Advisor Altansor Ts. and Head of the Administration and Management Department Altansukh B., visited the University of Turku and Finnish Institute for Educational Research (FIER).
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Oyu Tolgoi Management Fee Reduction Talks to Be Finalized in March 1 hour
70th UN Commission on Status of Women Ongoing 1 hour
Mongolia-Turkey Strategic Partnership Deepening in All Sectors 1 hour
Kyrgyz Ambassador to Mongolia Presents Copy of Credentials 2 hours
President Khurelsukh: Government to Support Household-Level Production 2 hours
Battushig Reelected President of Mongolian National Olympic Committee 4 hours
Coal Export Increases 5 hours
‘Open Parliament’ Internship Program Begins 5 hours
Discussion Explores Innovation and Export Potential of Traditional Medicine 20 hours
Government Approves Agreement on Second Railway Line at Zamiin-Uud–Erenhot Crossing 20 hours
Families of Herders Who Lost Lives in Natural Disasters to Receive Non-Refundable Assistance 20 hours
Middle East Conflict and Potential Risks to Mongolia Presented to Cabinet 20 hours
Citizens Able to Participate in Decision-Making Digitally 1 day
Social Media Registration for Children Under 16 to be Restricted 1 day
Government Adopts Resolution on Supporting Cashmere Production 1 day
Four Artists to Represent Mongolia at 61st Venice Biennale 1 day
I Discover Myself at 25 to Become Aerial Gymnast 1 day
Investment Week Discusses Business, Legal Environment 1 day
Life Through the Eyes of a Mongolian Tour Guide 1 day
Cancer Center-2 Project Feasibility Study to Be Accelerated 1 day
Mongolian Athletes Finish 16th and 22nd in Sprint Race 1 day
‘Investment and Trade Agency Week Open Days’ Begin 1 day
Exequatur Presented to Consul General in Darkhan 1 day
Unified Digital System to Integrate Medicine Registration, Distribution 1 day
MIAT Special Flight Repatriates 91 Mongolian Citizens 1 day
Social Security for Armed Forces Personnel to Be Improved 1 day
Foreign Trade Balance Records Surplus 1 day
Digital Exhibition Opens to Mark the 100th Birth Anniversary of Batmunkh Jamba 2 days
Mongolian Foreign Minister Attends Nuclear Energy Summit 2 days
Public Service Reference Documents Now Available in Six Languages 2 days
Major General Erdenebat Praised for Strengthening Mongolia’s Global Reputation 2 days
Over 5,000 Households at Risk from Snowmelt Floods 3 days
Mongolia to Host Asian Taekwondo Championships for First Time 3 days
Mongolian Parliamentary Delegation Visits Bhutan 3 days
'Tourism Week 2026' National Conference Taking Place 3 days
Prime Minister Raises Demands on Oyu Tolgoi Project in Meeting with Rio Tinto 3 days
Discussion on Forests, Water and Rangelands to Be Held Ahead of COP17 in Mongolia 3 days
Mongolia, Finland to Strengthen Cooperation in Education Sector 4 days
Snowmelt Flood Risk Warning Issued 4 days
Mongolian Judokas Win Two Silver, Three Bronze at European Cup 4 days
XIV Paralympic Winter Games Officially Open 4 days
Special Flight to Repatriate Mongolian Citizens from Middle East 4 days
Museum Days Bring 10,000 Visitors to Chinggis Khaan Museum 4 days
OP-ED: International Women’s Day: Eight Actions for A More Equal World 4 days
Injection Therapy for Spinal Nerve Root Pain Introduced 4 days
Mongolia Imported 12.2 Million Fresh Flowers in 2025 4 days
Bank of Mongolia Purchases 396.1 kg of Gold in February 4 days
This Week in Mongolia 4 days
Prime Minister Visits Urgoo Maternity Hospital 5 days
Ancient Female Figures in Rock Art Featured in ‘Altai Venus’ Exhibition 5 days
Glorious Mothers Honored at State Palace Ceremony 6 days
Mongolia’s Eagle Festival Celebrates 20th Year 6 days
Mongolia Steps Up Preparations for UN Desertification Conference COP17 6 days
Traditional Eagle Festival Celebrates Nomadic Heritage in Mongolia 6 days
Mongolia Expresses Deep Concern Over Escalating Conflict in the Middle East 7 days
Mongolia, Norway Foreign Ministers Hold Official Talks 7 days
15th Meeting of Mongolia–Finland Intergovernmental Commission on Economic, Scientific, and Technical Cooperation Held 7 days
Government Pledges Support for Strategic Crop Cultivation 7 days
Foreign Minister Battsetseg Visits Norwegian Red Cross 7 days
Letter of Credence Presented to President of Lithuania 7 days
Cooperation with University of Turku to Be Expanded 7 days
Newly Appointed Ambassadors Conduct Local Visits 7 days
Mongolian Traditional Arts Performance Presented to Ambassadors in France 7 days
Mongolia, Norway See Potential to Deepen Economic and Investment Ties 7 days
Photo Exhibition in Oslo Features Mongolian History 7 days
Snowmelt Flood Risk Warning Issued Across Mongolia 7 days
Mongolian Basketball League Announces 2025–2026 Season Award Winners 7 days
Speaker Uchral Meets Residents of Selenge Aimag 8 days
Introduction of Traditional Medicine into School Curriculum Under Study 8 days
Deputy Speaker Meets FDA Regional Director 8 days
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