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38 new coronavirus cases reported, total reaches 1,175
Today’s daily briefing by the Ministry of Health gave latest update on COVID-19 situation in Mongolia. Total number of COVID-19 confirmed cases now stands at 1,175, and 745 patients of them are currently being treated. 
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Today marks National Liberation and Independence Day in Mongolia
The 109th jubilee of the Victory of National Liberation Movement and Restoration of Independence of Mongolia is being celebrated today, December 29, as a public holiday.
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Karakorum city stands once again after 800 years in VR
In aims of promoting national heritage, history and culture and passing it down to future generations, Karakorum city has been created in VR (virtual reality) based on archeological discoveries and historical facts known so far.,
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Thirteen stamps
Thirteen stamps have been kept in the museum of Khovd aimag since 1930.
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Protoceratops hatchling fossil
A fossil of a baby Protoceratops /P. andrewsi/ is one of the unique exhibits of Umnugobi aimag museum. 
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Model hospital in Songinokhairkhan district ready for operation
A 200-bed model hospital in Songinokhairkhan district is ready for operation.
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SEC suggests to extend heightened readiness in aimags until March 31, cabinet to decide
On December 27, the State Emergency Commission convened via video conference to discuss about current state of COVID-19 in Mongolia and measures in place amid the heightened state of public readiness continuing until December 31 nationwide and strict lockdown in Ulaanbaatar until January 6. 
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COVID-19: Six health workers tested positive
 Today, Mongolia has reported 16 positive cases of COVID-19, bringing the total case to 1098, with 711 recoveries.  
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‘Child focused DRR and winter preparedness planning’ training conducted
UNICEF jointly by the National Emergency Management Authority and National Authority for Family, Child and Youth Development conducted training on "Child focused disaster risk reduction and winter preparedness planning” in UNICEF geographical target areas as Gobi-Altai and Bayankhongor provinces on 15-16 December. 
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ILO Decent Work Country Programme online technical meeting held
ILO Decent Work Country Programme technical meeting was held on December 25 to discuss and exchange information on activities implemented this year with the ILO and social partners.
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NUM to cooperate with University of Hong Kong
The National University of Mongolia and the University of Hong Kong virtually established a memorandum of cooperation.
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Oyu Tolgoi awarded 30 students with full scholarship
On December 25, Oyu Tolgoi awarded 30 students with its company scholarship reaffirming its vision, “Natural resources to enduring value, knowledge and skill” for Mongolia.
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COVID-19: 39 new cases detected
39 people tested positive for coronavirus after 14,646 tests performed nationwide in the past 24 hours.
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COVID-19: 7 new cases detected in Ulaanbaatar city
7 people tested positive for coronavirus after testing 14,227 people nationwide on December 25.
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Ambassador M.P.Singh: The oil refinery is a milestone project and testimony of our close friendship and strategic partnership
MONTSAME News Agency took an interview from Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of India to Mongolia M.P.Singh on the occasion of the 65th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries.
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‘Mars On Earth’ international digital conference to take place
‘Mars On Earth’ international digital conference is to be broadcast live on the Mongolian National Broadcaster on January 1, 2021. 
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Six new cases of COVID-19 confirmed in Ulaanbaatar city
Six people tested positive for coronavirus after testing 8863 people nationwide on December 24.
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Opportunity created for Mongolian medical professionals to have free access to UpToDate platform
The Government has created the opportunity for Mongolian medical professionals of all levels to have access to an online platform named ‘UpToDate’, where medical guidelines developed by highly developed countries, international professional associations and societies as well as international organizations such as the World Health Organization can be found.
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Wheat supply opportunities discussed with Russian officials
Mongolia’s Ambassador to the Russian Federation D. Davaa held a meeting with M.S. Golovin and R.Kh. Khairetdinov from the Russian Grain Union at the Embassy of Mongolia.
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Children and youth with disabilities to have improved access to education
At its regular meeting on December 23, the Cabinet decided to make amendments to relevant laws and regulations to ensure that children with disabilities have equal access to schools and kindergartens and offer those unable to attend classroom sessions alternative education services including homeschooling.
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National Enterprises Thrive Under Presidential ‘Food Supply and Security’ Initiative 4 hours
Mongolian Scholars Join International Conference on Hunnu Studies in Hungary 4 hours
Early Detection, Diagnostic Center Opens in Chingeltei District 5 hours
Xac Broncos Claim 3rd Win at East Asia Super League 10 hours
‘Go Mongolia’ Promotes Tourism at World Travel Market 2025 in London 10 hours
Funding for Shireet Substation Expansion Included in 2026 State Budget 10 hours
Cabinet Orders Minister of Food, Agriculture to Secure Strategic Reserves 10 hours
Government Declares 2027 as Year of Health Promotion 10 hours
Mongolia Presents Fourth Human Rights Report at UN Council’s 50th Session 10 hours
Enterprises Have Reserves to Export 162,000 Tonnes of Meat 11 hours
Government Discloses over 500 Contracts Related to Erdenes Tavantolgoi JSC 12 hours
Korean Researchers Test Climate-Smart Asphalt on Mongolian Roads 12 hours
Bank of Mongolia Purchases 2,829 kg of Precious Metals in October 12 hours
Construction of Wastewater Treatment Plant in Khunnu City Commences 12 hours
Preparations Underway to List Erdenes Tavantolgoi on Stock Exchange 1 day
Ulaanbaatar Partners with Korean Experts to Address Addiction, Mental Health Issues 1 day
Healthcare Workers to Launch Nationwide Strike on November 13 1 day
Mongolia, ADB Sign USD 475 Million Financing Agreement to Advance Inclusive Development 1 day
Design Completed for 78.5-km New Bicycle Lanes to Be Built in 2026 1 day
GeneXpert Diagnostic System Introduced to Rural and District Hospitals 1 day
First Day of World Championships: Mongolian Judokas Win Five Medals 1 day
Germany to Provide Military Training Assistance to Mongolia Under New Defense Agreement 1 day
IX Mongolia-China-Russia Tourism Ministerial Meeting to Be Held 1 day
Chingeltei District Opens Central Facility for Sorted Waste Management 1 day
Mongolian Citizens in South Korea Access 451 Public Services through ‘KHURDAN’ Centers 1 day
B. Ganzorig Wins Two Gold Medals at Traditional Archery World Cup 1 day
KITE Mongolia Marks 5 Years of Impact with Social Innovation Week 2025 1 day
Canadian Ambassador Begins Tenure in Mongolia 2 days
Government Plans to Expand Fuel Reserve 2 days
Cuba's Ambassador Jorge Rodríguez Concludes Diplomatic Mission in Mongolia 2 days
Mongolian Youth Showcase Talent at Silk Road International Children’s Festival 2 days
Travel Note: Changing Face of the Gobi 2 days
Smart Parking Lots to Be Built at 50 Public Locations in Ulaanbaatar 2 days
Democratic Party Proposes Setting State Great Khural Members’ Salaries at National Average Wage 2 days
Adilbish: ‘Gender-Responsive Policies Must Move Toward Concrete Action’ 2 days
Teachers’ Strike Ends as Pay Agreement Reached 2 days
‘Mongolian Calligrapher 2025’ International Competition Opens for Foreign Participants 2 days
Experts Convene to Discuss ‘White Gold - 2025’ Strategy, Next Steps 2 days
'Green Jobs Through Clean Technology' Programme Commences in Mongolia 2 days
Mongolia Tops Standard Chess Rankings at 19th Asian Schools Championship 3 days
'Mongolian Pride' Cultural Creativity Month to Be Marked Nationwide in November 3 days
'Burte Chono 2025' Mongolia’s Top Sports Awards Ceremony Set for December 10 3 days
Germany Commits EUR 43.1 Million to Support Mongolia’s Strategic Development Goals 3 days
Citizens Reporting Traffic Violations to Receive Monetary Rewards 3 days
President Khurelsukh Inspects Progress of ‘White Gold’ Program in Darkhan-Uul Aimag 3 days
PM Zandanshatar Reviews Construction Progress of Oil Refinery Project 3 days
Mongolian Team Ranked Sixth at Fire and Rescue Sport World Championship 3 days
102-km Dam Canal to Be Expanded with Financing from World Bank 3 days
Mongolian Government and Rio Tinto Agree to Reduce Loan Interest Rate for Oyu Tolgoi Project 3 days
This Week in Mongolia 3 days
S&P Upgrades Mongolia’s Rating to ‘BB-’ with Stable Outlook 6 days
Ulaanbaatar Signs Agreement with Korea Air Cleaning Association to Improve City’s Air Quality 6 days
Mongolian Firefighters Equipped with 42-Meter Aerial Ladder Trucks 6 days
Study Finds Young Mongols Value Flexible Hours, Work Environment Over Pay 6 days
Mongolia and UK Conduct Joint Study on Cybersecurity Risks 6 days
Mongolian Jaw Harp Artists Impress Global Audience in Japan 6 days
Mongolia Joins FAO Effort to Improve Soil Mapping for Farmland 6 days
Embassy of Japan honors Soprano Yumi Okuyama for Bridging Japan-Mongolia Relations 6 days
Türkiye - Mongolia Ties Highlighted at 102nd Republic Anniversary Reception 6 days
The Government of Mongolia, Rio Tinto Agree to Negotiation Protocol 6 days
Government of Mongolia Starts Negotiations with Rio Tinto over Oyu Tolgoi Interest Rate 6 days
'Earth of Healing' Exhibition Celebrates Mongolia-Germany Relations 7 days
Hunnu City Power Infrastructure Nears Completion 7 days
Government Forms a Task Force to Improve Housing Access for Teachers and Doctors 7 days
Mongolian Juniors Secure Two World Titles at World Youth Draughts Championship 7 days
Mongolia Commissions 53 New Factories as Part of ‘Food Revolution’ Plan 7 days
Government Moves Forward to Revise Family Law 7 days
Mongolian Athletes Win Five Medals in Judo, Jiu-Jitsu, and Freestyle Wrestling at Asian Youth Games 7 days
President Xi in a letter commended President Khurelsukh for their recent meeting 7 days
MIAT Expands Network with New Direct Flights to Singapore 7 days
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