Agriculture
Wooden materials to be exempt from import duties
The Law on Customs Duty Exemption approved on May 10, 2018 took effect from January 1, 2019.
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Over 1 million passengers carried on international flights
The Civil Aviation Authority of Mongolia (MCAA) reports that record-breaking 1.2 million passengers were carried on international flights to and from Mongolia this past year.
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BoM purchases 22 tons of gold
As of December 31, 2018 the Bank of Mongolia (BoM) purchased a total of 22 tons of gold. Compared with the same period of the previous year, the amount of purchased gold increased by 9.5 percent.
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Some 117,499,850 shares traded on December 31, 2018
On December 31, 2018, 117,499,858 shares of 23 firms listed as Tier I, II, and III were traded. 20 companies’ shares increased in price while those of 3 companies decreased. 
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TTPP Power Source Framework Agreement signed
On December 31, the Government of Mongolia and Oyu Tolgoi LLC signed the Power Source Framework Agreement (PSFA), which sets out the pathway for Oyu Tolgoi (OT) to construct the Tavan Tolgoi Power Project (TTPP) and secures a long-term domestic power solution for OT and the wider South Gobi region.
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Renewed MNT 5000 banknotes to be put into circulation next year
Bank of Mongolia (BoM) aims to upgrade level one security features of MNT 5,000, 10,000 and 20,000 banknotes as these are the most counterfeited currencies in Mongolia.
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Mongolia counts 66.4 million head of livestock
The annual livestock population census took place from December 7-17.
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Inter-bank currency exchange platform developed
The Bank of Mongolia launched Bloomberg L.P., beta version online platform for inter-bank currency exchange from April, 2017 with a purpose to improve infrastructure of currency market, accessibility and information transparency.
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Cabinet approves National Program on promotion of intensive animal husbandry
At its regular meeting on December 26, the Cabinet approved a National Program on promoting the development of intensive animal husbandry.
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Tavan Tolgoi power plant to be commenced in 2023
At its regular meeting on December 26, the Cabinet supported the agreement with Rio Tinto to construct 300 MW power plant in Tavan Tolgoi. Minister of Energy Ts.Davaasuren gave briefing in this regard.
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Entrepreneur 2018 selects top national entities
Promoting top entities and businesspeople who contribute to the national economy, the Entrepreneur Ceremony took place on December 21, 2018 for the 22nd year in the Mongolian National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MNCCI).
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ADB grants to transform Ulaanbaatar ger areas into affordable eco-districts
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) and the Government of Mongolia today signed USD53 million in grant agreements to help transform ger areas in Ulaanbaatar into affordable, low-carbon, and climate-resilient eco-districts.
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Wastewater Treatment Improvement Project signed for five additional aimags
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) and the Government of Mongolia today signed a USD20 million loan agreement to expand the scope of ongoing wastewater treatment projects to an additional five provincial centers of Mongolia. 
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Public services of capital city integrated online
Within the framework of increasing quality and accessibility of public service, an integrated online system of capital city public service eservice.ulaanbaatar.mn was put into operation. The system allows reducing procedure time of services and information sharing between the municipal authorities.
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The Bank of Mongolia purchases 20 tons of gold
As of December 13, the Bank of Mongolia (BoM) which set a goal to purchase 22 tons of gold this year, bought 20 tons of gold in total.
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Trade turnover between Mongolia and Japan doubled
 In the first eleven months of this year, trade turnover between Mongolia and Japan has been doubled compared to 2016 when the sides established Economic Partnership Agreement.
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Delegates of Mongolian agriculture sector visit Australia
A delegation of 9 people representing Ministry of Agriculture and Light Industry of Mongolia, Mongolian Commodity Exchange and brokers visited Australia on December 6-12.
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Some 512.5 million pieces of securities traded at national stock market
The money supply (broad money or M2) reached MNT 18.6 trillion at the end of November 2018, showing an increase of MNT 321.8 billion (1.8 percent) from the previous month and by MNT 3.8 trillion (25.9 percent) from the same period of the previous year.
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Foreign trade surplus reaches USD 1.1 billion
In the first 11 months of 2018, Mongolia traded with 155 countries from all over the world and total trade turnover reached USD 11.9 billion, where exports was USD 6.5 billion and imports was USD 5.4 billion.
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Price index in Ulaanbaatar increases by 2.2 percent in November
In November 2018, consumer price index at the national level increased by 1.8 percent from the previous month, by 7.5 percent from the end of the previous year and by 8.1 percent from the same period of the previous year.
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FMESU Demands Salary Increase with Peaceful Rally 7 hours
MNT 131.1 Billion Accumulated in Savings Fund in First Half of Year 9 hours
Cabinet Endorses Draft National Strategy on Big Data and Artificial Intelligence 9 hours
Parliament Accepts President’s Partial Veto on ‘Gold-3’ Campaign 12 hours
‘Digital First’ Motto Put Forward at All Levels of Government 12 hours
Economic Development Council Re-Established 12 hours
'Literature Week' to Be Celebrated 12 hours
‘Regulation 2025’ International Forum Underway in Ulaanbaatar 14 hours
Government to Enrich National Wealth Fund, Distribute Benefits to People 14 hours
Mongolia Hosts Regional Workshop on Air Quality and Environmental Cooperation 14 hours
New Air Services Agreement Paves Way for Direct Flights Between Mongolia and Australia 1 day
Khurelsukh Ukhnaa: Mongolia Will Steadfastly Support the United Nations’ Efforts to Safeguard International Peace and Security 1 day
Mongolian Government Announces Five-Year Reform Plan and Economic Policy Initiatives 1 day
English for the Visually Impaired (EVI) Project: Opening Opportunities Through Language 1 day
5,699 Officers Receive Specialized Training 1 day
Tugrug Deposits Reach MNT 23 Trillion 1 day
Minister of Culture Emphasizes Increased Budget for COP17 1 day
President of Mongolia Khurelsukh Ukhnaa Meets UN Secretary-General António Guterres 1 day
Mongolia Could Raise up to USD 1.5 Billion in Financing 1 day
Mongolia and India Advance Strategic Partnership Ahead of 70th Anniversary 1 day
PM Zandashatar: ‘We Will Tirelessly Support the International Asset Recovery Network’ 1 day
Foreign Minister Battsetseg Meets Luxembourg’s Deputy Prime Minister Xavier Bettel 1 day
Mongolia, Türkiye Explore Deeper Cooperation in Agriculture and Light Industry 1 day
Mongolia and Chile Discuss Active Cooperation in Trade, Education 1 day
Meeting Held with German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephulh 1 day
10 Snow Removal and De-icing Vehicles Delivered to Ulaanbaatar 1 day
180 Water Kiosks in Ger Areas Fully Automated under Water Compact Agreement 1 day
Cooperation Advancing High School Development and Special Needs Education 1 day
GuarantCo Completes First Deal in Mongolia with Trade and Development Bank 1 day
President Khurelsukh Participates in 80th UNGA General Debate 1 day
Mongolia Examines Tax Reform and Budget Revenue Coordination 1 day
President of Mongolia Khurelsukh Ukhnaa Meets with President of Finland Alexander Stubb 2 days
Mongolia, South Korea Conduct Successful Cold-Climate Rice Cultivation Trial 2 days
Securities Market Trading Declines from 2024 2 days
Mongolia Attends High-Level Meeting Commemorating 30th Anniversary of 4th World Conference on Women 2 days
MNUMS Central Hospital Introduces ISO 7101:2023 Standard 2 days
Mongolian Unified Calligraphy Art Association Established 2 days
President of Mongolia Attends Commemorative Session of UN General Assembly’s 80th Anniversary 2 days
President of Mongolia Khurelsukh Ukhnaa Meets President of Montenegro Jakov Milatović 2 days
Techweek-2025 Commences 3 days
Researchers Hold Discussion on Strengthening Democratic Constitutional Governance 3 days
‘Green Autumn Days - National Industry 2025’ Opens in Ulaanbaatar 3 days
Hungarian Officials Visit Mongolia to Enhance Immigration Cooperation 3 days
MongolZ Wins Silver at Fissure Playground 2 3 days
500 Mongolian Students to Be Trained as Engineers in the Republic of Korea 3 days
Mongolia, South Korea Strengthen Ties in Critical Minerals and Mining 3 days
President of Mongolia Khurelsukh Ukhnaa to Attend the 80th Session of the UN General Assembly 3 days
Mongolian Fencers Win Two Bronze Medals at Asian Cadet Cup 2025 3 days
Jewelry Collector Kazumi Arikawa Visits Fine Arts Zanabazar Museum 3 days
Mongolian Tugrug Declines Against Major Currencies in August 2025 4 days
32 Mongolian Students to Study in Türkiye Under 'President’s Scholar 2100' Program 4 days
Mongolia and China to Expand Cooperation in Combating Transnational Crime 4 days
This Week in Mongolia 4 days
Mongolia Elected to Universal Postal Union’s Postal Operations Council for First Time 6 days
More Than 2,500 Engineers and Specialists Engaged in Bagakhangai-Hunnu City Railway Project 6 days
Ambassador Igawahara Masaru Visits Uvs Aimag 6 days
Government Approves First Regulation on Public Physical Education 6 days
New Dinosaur Species Study Published in Prestigious Nature Journal 6 days
Mongolist Anna Tsendina Donates Rare Zanabazar-Era Deity Sculpture 6 days
Mongolia to Host UNCCD COP17 With Participation of 10,000 Delegates 6 days
Chair of Parliamentary Standing Committee on Environment meets Deputy Regional Director of GGGI Asia 7 days
Orkhon Purevdorj Wins Bronze at 2025 World Wrestling Championships 7 days
Mongolian School in Seoul Celebrates 25th Annual Naadam Festival 7 days
‘Mongolian Literary Culture’ Exhibition on Display 7 days
Government of Türkiye Grants 68 Scholarships to Mongolian Students in 2025 7 days
Orkhon Aimag Hosts Copper Festival to Boost Tourism and Mining 7 days
Infrastructure Construction Continues at Hunnu City 7 days
Mongolia-China Media: AI Brings Unprecedented Opportunities, Challenges 7 days
Enkhjin Wins Bronze at World Wrestling Championships 7 days
Baganuur Battery Storage Power Station Supplies 48.7 Million kWh to Central Grid 7 days
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