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Oyu Tolgoi donates MNT 310 million for measures against COVID-19 infection
The World Health Organization has been warning that Mongolia especially Umnugobi and Dundgobi aimags are at high risk of COVID-19 infection. 
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Celebrities joining fight against COVID-19 with donation
Voluntary donation campaigns by citizens, celebrities, largest entities and companies have been running within their social responsibility action, encouraging health professionals and workers, who are fulfilling measures against COVID-19 infection.  
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Mongolian diplomatic missions working on high alert
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is putting a special emphasis on registering the more than 190 thousand Mongolians living in about 80 countries around the world, give them coronavirus prevention recommendations, and stay in touch with them.  
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Flights suspended to and from Irkutsk and Ulan-Ude until March 11
On March 1, State Emergency Commission held a meeting to discuss precautions against the novel coronavirus.
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WHO teleconference of Western Pacific countries takes place
Dr Takeshi Kasai, World Health Organization (WHO)’s Regional Director for the Western Pacific, on February 28, held a teleconference with heath ministers and authorities of over 10 regional countries to discuss the coronavirus situation.
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Officers working round the clock nationwide
A total of 1,232 officials of the police, emergency, health care, and specialized inspection services with 362 vehicles are on 24-hour duty at 966 checkpoints across the country. 
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Celebrities and ordinary citizens donate money, masks to battle coronavirus
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/.  Even though no case of coronavirus is reported in Mongolia, the government organizations have been working on high alert and strengthened their efforts to prevent from the coronavirus outbreak in the country. 
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UN staffs to donate one-day salary to Mongolia
Deputy Prime Minister U.Enkhtuvshin reports that staffs who are working at all affiliated organizations of the United Nations to donate their one-day salary to Mongolia.
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Deputy PM receives UN Resident Coordinator and WHO Representative in Mongolia
On February 28, Deputy Prime Minister and Head of the State Emergency Commission (SEC) U.Enkhtuvshin received Tapan Mishra, UN Resident Coordinator  in Mongolia and Sergey Diorditsa, WHO Representative in Mongolia. Minister of Health D.Sarangerel attended the meeting and the sides exchanged views on timely issues.
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UN High Commissioner for Human Rights appreciates Mongolia’s efforts
The 43rd session of the United Nations Human Rights Council was held in Geneva, Switzerland on February 24.
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Wrestler S.Munkhbat donates MNT 20 million for coronavirus prevention measures
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/. State Champion of Mongolian traditional wrestling Sukhbaatariin Munkhbat donated MNT 20 million to the State Emergency Commission. He today handed over the donation to head of the Commission U.Enkhtuvshin. 
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Fire caused the loss of MNT 3.1 billion
As of first two months of 2020, 579 occurrences of household fires have been recorded. As a consequence, 25 people and 12760 livestock died, 346 house and apartments burned, causing loss of MNT 3.1 billion.
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Border guards to supply 25 thousand face masks
Members of the border unit No. 0288 have sewn 5,000 face masks as part of their social responsibility.
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Russia contributes coronavirus test kits
Irkutsk Research Anti-Plague Institute contributed 100 coronavirus test kits to the National Center for Zoonotic Diseases of Mongolia. It was agreed to send another batch of 500 test kits next week.
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All aimag governors assigned to prepare temporary accommodations
During the briefing held yesterday by the Ministry of Health, Head of the Department of Medical Assistance at the Ministry Ya.Buyanjargal presented some decisions made in health sector by the State Emergency Commission.
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Agriculture Minister meets Ambassador of France Philippe Merlin
Minister of Food, Agriculture and Light Industry Ch.Ulaan received Ambassador of France to Mongolia Philippe Merlin.
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Embassy in Japan sends 2000 Covid-19 test kits to Mongolia
Embassy of Mongolian in Japan received 2000 Covid-19 PCR test kits on February 26 and sent to Mongolia today.
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No restriction set for Mongolian nationals to cross the border of Turkey
Ambassador of Turkey to Mongolia Ahmet Yazal sent a notice to Head of Parliamentary Standing Committee on Security and Foreign Policy and Head of Mongolia-Turkey Parliamentary Group T.Ayursaikhan.
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Disinfectants to be produced with raw materials of alcohol production
 The State Emergency Commission yesterday decided to transfer raw materials of alcohol production into the use of producing disinfectants.
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Mongolian films participating in Berlin Film Festival
The 70th Berlin International Film Festival is being held on February 20–March 1.
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Croatian Minister of Foreign and European Affairs Pays Courtesy Call on Prime Minister Zandanshatar Gombojav 1 hour
S. Enkhtuvshin: I Built The Car I Envisioned 45 Years Ago 2 hours
New Transport and Logistics Route to Be Established 2 hours
Today Marks “Police and Internal Troops' Day“ 3 hours
Prime Minister Orders to Accelerate Thermal Power Plant Repairs and Renovation 7 hours
The 2025 FISU World University Games Begin 7 hours
Prime Minister of Mongolia Affirms Full Support for Special Olympics Movement 2 days
River Levels Surpass Flood Thresholds Across Central Mongolia 2 days
World Leaders Congratulate President of Mongolia on National Naadam Festival 3 days
First Naadam Festival of the World Mongols Held in Brussels 4 days
Chuluun Sampildondov: The Mongolian Horse Has Long Been a Powerful Symbol of Diplomatic Tradition 4 days
New Champions Crowned as Mongolia Celebrates National Naadam with Pride 5 days
State Visit to Mongolia by Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Concludes 5 days
President of Mongolia and the Emperor of Japan Attend Soyolon Race at Khui Doloon Khudag 6 days
Chestnut Horse Trained by D. Munkhbat Wins National Naadam Soyolon Race 6 days
Tourists: The Music, Dance, and Horse Parade of Naadam Opening Ceremony Deeply Moving 6 days
Lunar-Spotted Bay Horse Trained by G. Buyantogtokh Wins National Naadam's Daaga Race 6 days
Chestnut Horse Trained by M. Tserenjav Wins National Naadam’s Ikh Nas Race 6 days
Over 800 Police Officers Deployed at Central Stadium During Naadam 6 days
Jochen Krueger: "The horseback part of the Naadam opening ceremony was my favorite" 6 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Attend Opening Ceremony of National Naadam Festival 7 days
National Naadam Commences with Grand Opening Ceremony 7 days
World Horse Day Celebrated for the First Time 7 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Visit Mongol–Japan Hospital 7 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and the Empress of Japan Visit Gandantegchenling Monastery 8 days
State Flag Day Observed with Military Parade 8 days
102 Wrestlers Holding National Titles to Compete in National Naadam Wrestling Tournament 8 days
Bay Horse Trained by B. Gantig Wins National Naadam’s Khyazaalan Race 8 days
Mongolia to Cooperate with The Asia Group to Improve Investment Climate 9 days
Ulaanbaatar Mayor Signs Memorandum of Understanding with UK Export Finance Agency to Boost Metro Project 9 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Visit General Education School in Ulaanbaatar 9 days
Prime Minister of Mongolia Holds Virtual Meeting with Local Governors 9 days
General Police Department: Facilities Ready to Assist Lost Children During Naadam Celebrations 9 days
His Majesty the Emperor of Japan Visits Mongol Koosen Technology College 9 days
Mongolia and France Sign Memorandum to Expand Civil Aviation Cooperation 9 days
Mongolia Economic Forum 2025: Government Commits to Investor-Friendly Policies and Economic Diversification 9 days
Feasibility Study for Ulaanbaatar Tram Project Approved 9 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Visit Memorial Complex for Japanese Nationals 10 days
Government to Gather Public Input on Certain Actions to Be Implemented Within 100 Days 10 days
Mongolia and China Agree to Expand Cooperation in Animal and Plant Quarantine 10 days
Over 7,000 Participants Showcase National Dress at 19th “Deeltei Mongol” Festival 10 days
President of Mongolia and First Lady Hold Official Meeting with Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan 10 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Officially Welcomed 10 days
Exhibition of Mongol Chest Features 19th–20th Century Traditional Mongolian Chests 10 days
Buryat State University Launches Center for Mongolian Language and Culture 10 days
His Majesty the Emperor of Japan Visits the Water Supply and Sewerage Authority 11 days
European Bank for Reconstruction and Development to Increase Investments 11 days
Two Mongolian Boxers Win Medals at World Cup 11 days
Mongolia Hosts Asia-Pacific Air Transport Facilitation Forum 11 days
His Majesty the Emperor of Japan Introduced to Gachuurt Water Source Project 11 days
Uchral Nyam-Osor: Economic Immunity Must Be Outcome of Long-Term Intelligent Policy 11 days
His Majesty Emperor Naruhito of Japan Visits Chinggis Khaan National Museum 11 days
Mongolia Transports Coal to China by Rail and Road until Cross-Border Railway Completion 11 days
MiningWeek & MinePro 2025: “Mining Momentum in Mongolia: Driving Progress and Responsibility” 11 days
This Week in Mongolia 11 days
His Majesty Emperor Naruhito and Her Majesty Empress Masako of Japan Arrive in Mongolia on a State Visit 12 days
Masterworks of Modern Mongolian Craftsmen Exhibited at the Chinggis Khaan National Museum 14 days
Launch Event of the SOAP II Project in Darkhan-Uul Aimag 14 days
NEMA Reports Rising Risk of Floods and Wildfires Across Mongolia 14 days
Mongolian Participants Depart for 57th International Chemistry Olympiad in United Arab Emirates 14 days
National Forum of Civil Servants Emphasizes Reforms for Effective Public Service 14 days
“Open Parliament: Expert” Senior Experience Sharing Program to Be Implemented 14 days
Mongolia to Cooperate with South Korea in Developing Specialized Social Protection Services 14 days
Mongolia’s “TOP-100” Businesses of 2024 Recognized 14 days
Mongolia Records 24 Moderate Earthquakes in First Half of 2025 14 days
Discussion Held on Improving Cooperation with Neighboring Countries in the Transport Sector 15 days
U. Tuya: Human Rights Education to Be Delivered at All Levels from Preschool to Higher Education 15 days
Ambassador Igawahara Masaru: "The State Visit of Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan will Open a New Chapter in the Relationship between Japan and Mongolia" 15 days
Nine State-Owned Energy Companies in Western Region Consolidated into Four 15 days
Functional Overlaps of Government Organizations to Be Eliminated 15 days
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