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Today Marks the International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers
The International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers has been observed since 2003, under a resolution adopted by the UN General Assembly on December 11, 2002.
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The Book “The State and Legal Traditions of Mongolia: An Historical Overview” Published
The Launch Event of the books “The State and Legal Traditions of Mongolia: A Historical Overview” and “Constitutional Law of Mongolia: Third Edition” took place at Shihihutug University, Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, on May 26, 2025. 
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“Down to Earth” Exhibition Explores Climate Crisis and Hope Through Photography
The World Press Photo Foundation, in collaboration with the Government of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, launched the first Thematic Exhibition “Down to Earth,” dedicated to exploring climate change and climate futures through visual storytelling, at Rio Park in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia.
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Mongolia to Host “Golden Shears – 2025” International Shearing and Woolhandling Championships
Under the auspices of President of Mongolia Khurelsukh Ukhnaa, the “Golden Shears – 2025” International Shearing and Woolhandling Championships will be held in Mongolia for the first time on June 20-21, 2025. 
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Fifth Thermal Power Plant Project to Be Implemented Through Public-Private Partnership
During its 6th irregular session, the Citizens' Representative Khural of the Capital City discussed and approved the implementation of the Thermal Power Plant-5 Project through a public-private partnership.
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Project on “Supporting Climate Change Adaptation in Mongolia” to Be Implemented in Rural Areas
The Launching Ceremony of the “Supporting Climate Change Adaptation in Mongolia” Project, financed by the China International Development Cooperation Agency and to be jointly implemented by the Mongolian Red Cross Society and the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC), was held on May 26, 2025. 
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Ulaanbaatar and Essen City to Expand Health Cooperation
On May 26, 2025, Deputy Governor of the Capital City in charge of the Social Sector, Green Development, and Air and Environmental Pollution Amartuvshin Amgalanbayar and Deputy Mayor for Social Affairs, Labor, and Health of the City of Essen of the Federal Republic of Germany Peter Renzel signed an agreement to expand health cooperation. 
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Judokas to Compete in the 2025 World Judo Championships Announced
Seventeen days remain until the commencement of the 2025 World Judo Championships set to take place in Budapest, Hungary on June 13-20, 2025. 
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Saint Muse Festival: A Global Stage for Contemporary Theatre
The 18th Saint Muse International Theatre Festival concluded on May 24, 2025, marking a notable milestone in its evolution into a global platform for contemporary stage arts.
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Over 30,000 People Participated in the Ulaanbaatar Marathon 2025
The 10th annual “Ulaanbaatar Marathon 2025” International Race was successfully held on May 24, 2025.
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Construction of the Selbe Sub-Center to Begin on May 29
Contractors have been selected for the first two packages of the model “20-Minute City” Selbe Sub-Center Project, which spans 158 hectares and 2,206 land plots in Chingeltei and Sukhbaatar districts. Geographically, these initial packages cover a 25.6-hectare zone around “Zurgaan Buudal” and the Orgil Shopping Center, where apartments for roughly 4,400 households will be built.
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Joint Ground Forces Engineer-Troops Training Exercise Taking Place in South Korea
The first independent Joint Ground Forces Engineer-Troops Training Exercise is being organized from May 19 to May 30, 2025, at the premises of the 1115th Engineer Corps, in the Republic of Korea.
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This Week in Mongolia
Summary of events for the week of May 26-June 1, 2025.
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Civil Aviation Authority of Mongolia Awarded the Order of the Red Banner of Labor Valor
On May 23, 2025, an Award Ceremony marking the 100th anniversary of the establishment of the Mongolian Air Force was held.
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Practical Solutions for Gender Equality and Climate Change Discussed
With support from the Asian Development Bank, the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change of Mongolia and the National Committee on Gender Equality jointly organized the "Nexus of Gender Equality and Climate Change" International Conference on May 22-23, 2025.
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New Ulaanbaatar International Airport Receives ACI Membership Certificate
"New Ulaanbaatar International Airport" LLC, the operator of Chinggis Khaan International Airport, became a member of the Airports Council International (ACI) for the Asia-Pacific and Middle East region in February 2025.
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Demand-Based Skills Program Targets Employment Growth
The implementation, evaluation report, and outcomes of the Demand-Based Skills Program were presented on May 21, 2025.
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"We Women" Forum Held to Bolster Women's Political Representation
The “We Women” Forum, jointly organized by the Secretariat of the State Great Khural, the United Nations, and the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA), opened on May 21, 2025, at the State Palace
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Severe Coronary Artery Narrowing Now Treatable in Mongolia
The Second State Central Hospital of Mongolia has installed and put into operation the IVUS+NIRS imaging diagnostic device, a technology globally recognized in cardiovascular medicine.
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Emperor's Dining Table Revives Korea's Royal Cuisine and Diplomatic Legacy
In the serene courtyards of Deoksugung Palace in central Seoul, once home to Korea’s last royals, an event titled “The Emperor’s Dining Table” welcomed international guests to experience the elegance and symbolism of royal cuisine.
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Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Visit Memorial Complex for Japanese Nationals 14 hours
Government to Gather Public Input on Certain Actions to Be Implemented Within 100 Days 14 hours
Mongolia and China Agree to Expand Cooperation in Animal and Plant Quarantine 15 hours
Over 7,000 Participants Showcase National Dress at 19th “Deeltei Mongol” Festival 17 hours
President of Mongolia and First Lady Hold Official Meeting with Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan 19 hours
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Officially Welcomed 20 hours
Exhibition of Mongol Chest Features 19th–20th Century Traditional Mongolian Chests 21 hours
Buryat State University Launches Center for Mongolian Language and Culture 22 hours
His Majesty the Emperor of Japan Visits the Water Supply and Sewerage Authority 1 day
European Bank for Reconstruction and Development to Increase Investments 1 day
Two Mongolian Boxers Win Medals at World Cup 1 day
Mongolia Hosts Asia-Pacific Air Transport Facilitation Forum 1 day
His Majesty the Emperor of Japan Introduced to Gachuurt Water Source Project 1 day
Uchral Nyam-Osor: Economic Immunity Must Be Outcome of Long-Term Intelligent Policy 1 day
His Majesty Emperor Naruhito of Japan Visits Chinggis Khaan National Museum 1 day
Mongolia Transports Coal to China by Rail and Road until Cross-Border Railway Completion 1 day
MiningWeek & MinePro 2025: “Mining Momentum in Mongolia: Driving Progress and Responsibility” 1 day
This Week in Mongolia 1 day
His Majesty Emperor Naruhito and Her Majesty Empress Masako of Japan Arrive in Mongolia on a State Visit 3 days
Masterworks of Modern Mongolian Craftsmen Exhibited at the Chinggis Khaan National Museum 5 days
Launch Event of the SOAP II Project in Darkhan-Uul Aimag 5 days
NEMA Reports Rising Risk of Floods and Wildfires Across Mongolia 5 days
Mongolian Participants Depart for 57th International Chemistry Olympiad in United Arab Emirates 5 days
National Forum of Civil Servants Emphasizes Reforms for Effective Public Service 5 days
“Open Parliament: Expert” Senior Experience Sharing Program to Be Implemented 5 days
Mongolia to Cooperate with South Korea in Developing Specialized Social Protection Services 5 days
Mongolia’s “TOP-100” Businesses of 2024 Recognized 5 days
Mongolia Records 24 Moderate Earthquakes in First Half of 2025 5 days
Discussion Held on Improving Cooperation with Neighboring Countries in the Transport Sector 6 days
U. Tuya: Human Rights Education to Be Delivered at All Levels from Preschool to Higher Education 6 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" 6 days
Nine State-Owned Energy Companies in Western Region Consolidated into Four 6 days
Functional Overlaps of Government Organizations to Be Eliminated 6 days
Mongolian Women’s Basketball Team Achieves Historic Silver Medal 6 days
The Bank of Mongolia Purchases 5.9 Tons of Precious Metals in First Half of 2025 6 days
International Standards for Biodiversity Conservation to Be Localized in Mongolia 6 days
Japan-Mongolia Sasakawa Scholarship Program to Be Implemented for 12 Years 6 days
89th “Mongolian Athletes’ Day” Celebrated 7 days
“Chinggis Khaan” International Airport Became One of the World’s Ten Most Improved Airports 7 days
Mongolian National Team Playmaker Nandinkhusel Joins Florida’s “Panthers” 7 days
Women’s 3x3 Basketball Team Members Awarded Honored Athlete Titles 7 days
History and Heritage of Undur Gegeen Zanabazar in the Focus of International Scholars 7 days
Project to Improve E-Waste Management to be Implemented 7 days
Mongolia Hosts Executive Council Meeting of the Asia-Pacific Postal Union 7 days
Prime Minister of Mongolia Highlights its Commitment to Stable and Reliable External Environment 8 days
Scientific Conference Highlights Achievements in Safeguarding Mongol Biyelgee 8 days
OECD Upgrades Country Risk Classification of Mongolia 8 days
Mongolia Hosts High-Level Policy Dialogue in East Asia on AI-Enabled Higher Education 8 days
Mongolian Filmmakers Taking Steps toward Presenting Their Projects to International Producers 8 days
A Total of 12 Wildfires Extinguished Nationwide 9 days
“Urban Planning Concept of Hunnu City” International Open Competition Announced 9 days
“The World of Juraan” Exhibition Unveiled to Showcase Marvel of Bronze Sculptures 9 days
Mongolia and Eurasian Economic Union Sign Interim Free Trade Agreement 9 days
“The Secret History of Chinggis Khaan’s Espionage” Presented to Readers 9 days
Mongolian Judokas Win One Gold and Two Bronze Medals at “Russian Tour-2025” 9 days
“Danshig Naadam - Khuree Tsam 2025” Mongol Religious and Cultural Festival Held 9 days
Mongolian National Appointed as UN Resident Coordinator in Kazakhstan 9 days
First Political Consultations between the Ministries of Foreign Affairs of Mongolia and the Kingdom of Belgium Takes Place in Brussels 9 days
Mongolia Cooperates with Thailand in Weather Modification in the Gobi Region 9 days
Mongolian Women’s Basketball Team Achieves Historic Silver Medal 9 days
This Week in Mongolia 9 days
Foreign Ministers of Mongolia and the Republic of Kazakhstan Hold Official Talks 12 days
President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Pays a State Visit to Mongolia 12 days
Japan-Mongolia Sasakawa Scholarship Program to Be Implemented for 12 Years 12 days
Agreement Reached to Export 2,000 Tons of Horse Meat and Halal-Processed Mutton 12 days
Over 50 International Experts Share Experience on Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation 12 days
Cooperation with ADB in Shifting Ger Districts to Solar Energy Discussed 12 days
Prime Minister of Mongolia Receives Rio Tinto Copper Chief Executive 13 days
Construction of Selbe City to Cost MNT 25 Trillion 13 days
“Top-6” Tournament Named After Honored Athlete G. Boldbaatar to Be Held in Erdenet City 13 days
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