Agriculture
Coal export through Zamyn-Uud checkpoint resumed
 Beginning March 4, heavy trucks loading coal started crossing the border through Zamyn-Uud border checkpoint after being fully decontaminated.
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UNFAO implements early action emergency project for herders
 Based on the Dzud risk map issued on 2nd of January by the Mongolia National Agency for Meteorology and Environmental Monitoring (NAMEM) the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations in Mongolia (UNFAO) implemented “Early Action to protect the key livestock-related assets of vulnerable herder households in areas at very high dzud risk” SFER/GLO/005/MUL BABY09 project.
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World Bank Group announces up to USD12 billion support for COVID-19 country response
As COVID-19 reaches more than 60 countries, the World Bank Group is making available an initial package of up to $12 billion in immediate support to assist countries coping with the health and economic impacts of the global outbreak. This financing is designed to help member countries take effective action to respond to and, where possible, lessen the tragic impacts posed by the COVID-19 (coronavirus). 
2089 days
State Bank signs MoU to cooperate with Development Solutions NGO
Through ‘Development Solutions’ NGO, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is implementing many projects towards the improvement of SME’s access to credit.  
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Mongolia imported 541.5 thousand tons of gasoline in 2019
Mongolia imported 541.5 tons of gasoline in 2019, according to the statistics of Mongolian Customs General Authority.
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Mongolian and Belarusian entrepreneurs to cooperate
President of Mongolian National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MNCCI) O.Amartuvshin met with Deputy Chairman of Belarusian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BelCCI) Sergei Nabeshko in Minsk, Belarus.
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Gold purchase increases 10-fold
 As of first two months of 2020, the Bank of Mongolia purchased total of 4.3 tons of gold, of which 952 kg of gold was purchased in February. The figure represents the increase of 856 kg compared with February, 2019 which was 96 kg.
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MNT 44 billion disbursed for mortgage
In February 2020, mortgage loans worth MNT 44 billion were disbursed to 634 borrowers.
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Old note of MNT 20 thousand started to be drawn back
By the order of the central bank governor, banknotes of MNT 20 thousand issued in 2006, started to be drawn back from circulation from March 1.
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ADB to help modernize vegetable production, irrigation in Mongolia
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/. The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved $40 million in loans to support the modernization of government-owned irrigation networks and vegetable production in Mongolia.   
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Shares of 'Ulsyn Ikh Delguur' and 'LendMN NBFI' increase in price
On February 28, 2020, 240,147 shares of 22 firms worth MNT 39,396,598 were traded. 5 companies’ shares increased in price and 17 companies' shares declined.
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Coal and petroleum export to resume from March 15
At its regular meeting held today, the Cabinet adopted a resolution on supporting the economy of Mongolia in period of heightened state of readiness for prevention of coronavirus infection.
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Export reached USD 459 million in January
Mongolia has engaged in trade with 103 countries and exported goods to 42 countries. The export decreased by 24.4 percent compared with January 2020.
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30.9 million head of livestock expected to deliver offspring
 There are over 70 million heads of livestock in the country as of today, of which 30.9 million are expected to deliver young animals, reported the Ministry of Food, Agriculture and Light Industry.  
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Minister Ch.Ulaan receives Australian Ambassador
On February 21, Minister of Food, Agriculture and Light Industry Ch.Ulaan received Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Commonwealth of Australia Dave Vosen. 
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Coal and petroleum export postponed until March 15
At its meeting on February 26, the State Emergency Commission resolved to put off coal and petroleum export until March 15, which was planned to commence from March 2.
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Oyu Tolgoi to Proceed to International Arbitration on Tax Dispute
On February 20, Turquoise Hill Resources announced that Oyu Tolgoi LLC (Oyu Tolgoi) has been unable to reach a resolution of its previously-announced dispute with the Mongolian Tax Authority (MTA) with respect to the MTA’s tax assessment, and will be proceeding with the initiation of a formal international arbitration proceeding in accordance with the dispute resolution provisions within Chapter 14 of the Oyu Tolgoi Investment Agreement (Investment Agreement) entered into with the Government of Mongolia in 2009 and Chapter 8 of the Oyu Tolgoi Underground Mine Development and Financing Plan entered into with the Government of Mongolia in 2015. 
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MIAT cancels flights to Bangkok and Tokyo
Due to Covid-19 outbreak in China, MIAT Mongolian Airlines yesterday announced its cancellation of flights to/from Bangkok and Tokyo until March 29.   
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MIAT selects Sabre to drive ambitious growth plans for 2020 and beyond
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/. Sabre Corporation, a leading travel technology provider based in Southlake, Texas, yesterday announced a new alliance with national carrier MIAT Mongolian Airlines.
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Parliament Speaker and Central Bank Governor meet with businesspeople
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/. On February 18, Parliament Speaker G.Zandanshatar and Governor of the Bank of Mongolia B.Lkhagvasuren met with representatives of some domestic business companies to discuss about challenges arising due to suspension of schools and public activities and restrictions in border movement amid coronavirus outbreak in the world. 
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Commemorative Stamp Honors Legacy of First Spiritual Leader Zanabazar 5 hours
Mongolia Celebrates National Pride Day Honoring Chinggis Khaan 1 day
President Awards Order of Chinggis Khaan to Academician Narangerel 1 day
Chuluun Sampildondov: Museum Aims at Contributing to Reshaping Global Perspectives on Chinggis Khaan 1 day
Mongolian Olympic Committee Honors Sporting Excellence 2 days
Schedule Updated for Bus Route to Chinggis Khaan International Airport 2 days
Mongolia, South Korea Advance Bilateral Agenda 2 days
Mongolia and Indonesia Hold First Business Forum 2 days
Mongolia, South Korea Intergovernmental Committee Holds Session 3 days
Foreign Minister Highlights ‘Physical: Asia’ as Boost to Mongolia’s International Image 3 days
MPP Group Backs Uchral for Speaker of Parliament 3 days
Porcelain Exhibition Opens in Honor of Factory’s 70th Anniversary 3 days
Education Infrastructure: 12 Schools, 24 Kindergartens set for 2025 Launch 3 days
MPP Conference Holds First Session, Elects New Leadership 3 days
Mongolia’s Social Development Achievements Highlighted at Doha Summit 3 days
Mongolia Seeks Closer Infrastructure, Humanitarian Cooperation with SCO Member States 3 days
UN Adopts Mongolia’s Resolution on Rural Women 3 days
China Donates Clinical Training Facility to Pediatric Rehabilitation Center 3 days
Prime Minister Zandanshatar Meets Chinese Premier Li Qiang 3 days
Prime Minister Zandanshatar Meets Russian President Vladimir Putin 3 days
Food Revolution Boosts Gazar Shim Capacity Twofold 4 days
Mongolian Team Fights for the Grand Prize in ‘Physical: Asia’ 4 days
Mongolia Seeks Closer Infrastructure, Humanitarian Cooperation with SCO Member States 4 days
Ministry of Environment, UN to Advance Public-Private Partnership 4 days
Wool, Cashmere Industry Export Potential: USD 1 Billion 4 days
First Two Bagh Schools Open at Uyench, Borshoo Borders 4 days
Global Human Security Expert Holds Lecture at National University of Mongolia 4 days
Mongolian Kettlebell Lifters Win 12 Medals at World Championship 4 days
Mongolian Landscape Photography 2025 Winners 5 days
Natsagdorj Literary Prize Winners 5 days
Mongolia to Propose Three Initiatives at COP17 5 days
Waste-to-Energy Plant to Generate 35 MW Annually 5 days
CAMC 2025 Mobilizes Regional Action on Media Viability in Tashkent 5 days
Trade and Development Bank Launches Google Pay for TDB Cards in Mongolia 5 days
Prime Minister, Rio Tinto Copper Chief Hold Talks on Oyu Tolgoi 5 days
Russian PM Mishustin: 'Petroleum Exports to Mongolia Will Increase' 5 days
Mongolia Japan Hospital Introduces Latest Laser Technology 5 days
Zandanshatar Arrives in Moscow for SCO Heads of Government Meeting 5 days
Mongolia Joins Latin America, Caribbean Nuclear Disarmament Conference 5 days
Historic Success at World Powerlifting Championships 5 days
Mongolia’s Foreign Population Exceeds 37,000 6 days
MPP Congress Elects Conference Members 6 days
Social Insurance Fund Income Increases by 15.9 Percent in First Nine Months 6 days
Alpine Skier Ariunbat Qualifies for Winter Olympics for the First Time 6 days
Mongolia Chairs UN 2026 International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists 6 days
Buddhist Sculptor Batzorig Delivers ‘Stupa’ Lecture 6 days
Bagakhangai-Hunnu City Railway Advances to Ease Congestion in Capital 6 days
This Week in Mongolia 6 days
Uchral Nyam-Osor Elected Chairman of MPP 6 days
'The Last Nomads' Debuts in Austria, Showcasing Mongolia’s Living Heritage 8 days
Cashmere Holding Exports to 10 Countries Under 'White Gold' National Movement 8 days
President Khurelsukh and Minister Enkhbayar Visit 'Chig' Brand Factory 8 days
Agreement Reached to Raise Salaries for Doctors and Health Workers 8 days
Mongolian Players Win Two Gold and One Bronze at FIDE World Amateur Chess Championship 8 days
Ambassador of Cuba Presents Copy of Letter of Credence 9 days
Insulated Household Count Grows as 1,391 Ger-Area Families Receive Support 9 days
Auditor General of Mongolia Meets ADB Delegation to Strengthen Audit Collaboration 9 days
UN Adopts 'Role of Cooperatives in Social Development' 9 days
Immigration Agency of Mongolia Launches New Visa Application Platform 9 days
600 Hectares Rehabilitated from Mining Damage in Selenge Aimag 9 days
Government Submits Five-Year Development Policy for 2026–2030 to Parliament 10 days
Government Mandates Loan Repayment by Erdenes Mongol Subsidiaries 10 days
New 640-Student School Building Completed in Capital City 10 days
Program to Prevent Digital Addiction to Be Implemented 10 days
Standard for Pasteurized Camel Milk Adopted 10 days
Prime Minister Appoints MP Gankhuyag Khassuuri as Deputy Prime Minister 10 days
Parliament Approves 2026 Budget 10 days
Deputy Speaker Bat-Erdene to Assume Speaker Duties 10 days
Embassy of China, UNFPA Launch Joint Health and Hygiene Education Projects in Selenge Aimag 10 days
Mongolia to Compete in Five Sports at 25th Deaflympics in Tokyo 10 days
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