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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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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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Mining Minister meets Ambassador of China
Minister of Mining and Heavy Industry D.Sumiyabazar on February 18 met with Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the People’s Republic of China to Mongolia Chai Wenrui in connection with his recent appointment.
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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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Moody's announces completion of a periodic review of ratings of Mongolia
Moody's conducts periodic reviews through portfolio reviews in which Moody's reassesses the appropriateness of each outstanding rating in the context of the relevant principal methodology(ies), recent developments, and a comparison of the financial and operating profile to similarly rated peers. 
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83.2 percent of the sales of mining and quarrying production exported
By the preliminary results of January 2020, the gross industrial output reached MNT 1.1 trillion, showing a decrease of MNT 191.4 billion (14.5%) from the same period of the previous year. 
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Deficit in trade balance reaches USD 14.3 million
In January 2020, Mongolia traded with 116 countries from all over the world and total trade turnover reached USD 932.3 million, of which USD 459.0 million were exports and USD 473.3 million were imports. 
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His Majesty the Emperor of Japan Introduced to Gachuurt Water Source Project 1 hour
Uchral Nyam-Osor: Economic Immunity Must Be Outcome of Long-Term Intelligent Policy 2 hours
His Majesty Emperor Naruhito of Japan Visits Chinggis Khaan National Museum 4 hours
Mongolia Transports Coal to China by Rail and Road until Cross-Border Railway Completion 5 hours
MiningWeek & MinePro 2025: “Mining Momentum in Mongolia: Driving Progress and Responsibility” 7 hours
This Week in Mongolia 7 hours
His Majesty Emperor Naruhito and Her Majesty Empress Masako of Japan Arrive in Mongolia on a State Visit 23 hours
Masterworks of Modern Mongolian Craftsmen Exhibited at the Chinggis Khaan National Museum 3 days
Launch Event of the SOAP II Project in Darkhan-Uul Aimag 3 days
NEMA Reports Rising Risk of Floods and Wildfires Across Mongolia 3 days
Mongolian Participants Depart for 57th International Chemistry Olympiad in United Arab Emirates 3 days
National Forum of Civil Servants Emphasizes Reforms for Effective Public Service 3 days
“Open Parliament: Expert” Senior Experience Sharing Program to Be Implemented 3 days
Mongolia to Cooperate with South Korea in Developing Specialized Social Protection Services 3 days
Mongolia’s “TOP-100” Businesses of 2024 Recognized 3 days
Mongolia Records 24 Moderate Earthquakes in First Half of 2025 3 days
Discussion Held on Improving Cooperation with Neighboring Countries in the Transport Sector 4 days
U. Tuya: Human Rights Education to Be Delivered at All Levels from Preschool to Higher Education 4 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" 4 days
Nine State-Owned Energy Companies in Western Region Consolidated into Four 4 days
Functional Overlaps of Government Organizations to Be Eliminated 4 days
Mongolian Women’s Basketball Team Achieves Historic Silver Medal 4 days
The Bank of Mongolia Purchases 5.9 Tons of Precious Metals in First Half of 2025 4 days
International Standards for Biodiversity Conservation to Be Localized in Mongolia 4 days
Japan-Mongolia Sasakawa Scholarship Program to Be Implemented for 12 Years 4 days
89th “Mongolian Athletes’ Day” Celebrated 5 days
“Chinggis Khaan” International Airport Became One of the World’s Ten Most Improved Airports 5 days
Mongolian National Team Playmaker Nandinkhusel Joins Florida’s “Panthers” 5 days
Women’s 3x3 Basketball Team Members Awarded Honored Athlete Titles 5 days
History and Heritage of Undur Gegeen Zanabazar in the Focus of International Scholars 5 days
Project to Improve E-Waste Management to be Implemented 5 days
Mongolia Hosts Executive Council Meeting of the Asia-Pacific Postal Union 5 days
Prime Minister of Mongolia Highlights its Commitment to Stable and Reliable External Environment 6 days
Scientific Conference Highlights Achievements in Safeguarding Mongol Biyelgee 6 days
OECD Upgrades Country Risk Classification of Mongolia 6 days
Mongolia Hosts High-Level Policy Dialogue in East Asia on AI-Enabled Higher Education 6 days
Mongolian Filmmakers Taking Steps toward Presenting Their Projects to International Producers 6 days
A Total of 12 Wildfires Extinguished Nationwide 7 days
“Urban Planning Concept of Hunnu City” International Open Competition Announced 7 days
“The World of Juraan” Exhibition Unveiled to Showcase Marvel of Bronze Sculptures 7 days
Mongolia and Eurasian Economic Union Sign Interim Free Trade Agreement 7 days
“The Secret History of Chinggis Khaan’s Espionage” Presented to Readers 7 days
Mongolian Judokas Win One Gold and Two Bronze Medals at “Russian Tour-2025” 7 days
“Danshig Naadam - Khuree Tsam 2025” Mongol Religious and Cultural Festival Held 7 days
Mongolian National Appointed as UN Resident Coordinator in Kazakhstan 7 days
First Political Consultations between the Ministries of Foreign Affairs of Mongolia and the Kingdom of Belgium Takes Place in Brussels 7 days
Mongolia Cooperates with Thailand in Weather Modification in the Gobi Region 7 days
Mongolian Women’s Basketball Team Achieves Historic Silver Medal 7 days
This Week in Mongolia 7 days
Foreign Ministers of Mongolia and the Republic of Kazakhstan Hold Official Talks 10 days
President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Pays a State Visit to Mongolia 10 days
Japan-Mongolia Sasakawa Scholarship Program to Be Implemented for 12 Years 10 days
Agreement Reached to Export 2,000 Tons of Horse Meat and Halal-Processed Mutton 10 days
Over 50 International Experts Share Experience on Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation 10 days
Cooperation with ADB in Shifting Ger Districts to Solar Energy Discussed 10 days
Prime Minister of Mongolia Receives Rio Tinto Copper Chief Executive 11 days
Construction of Selbe City to Cost MNT 25 Trillion 11 days
“Top-6” Tournament Named After Honored Athlete G. Boldbaatar to Be Held in Erdenet City 11 days
Mongolia Forum 2025 Takes Place under the Theme "Northeast Asian Peaceful Development and Korean Unification" 11 days
UN Secretary-General Reaffirms Support for Cooperation between Mongolia and UN 11 days
The First National Shearing and Woolhandling Championships Hosted with Over 100 Participants 11 days
Gender Gap Ranking of Mongolia Advances 20 Places 11 days
Mongolia Rated “Very High” in the United Nations E-Government Development Index 11 days
Nandin-Erdene to Compete for ROAD FC Championship Belt 11 days
“Gold-3” Campaign to Be Launched Nationwide 11 days
Mongolia to Host 17th World Horseback Archery Championship 11 days
“I Love Sushi” Exhibition to Promote Sushi Culture 11 days
Mongolia Hosts the 3x3 World Cup: Men Play without Substitutes Today 12 days
State Visit of President of the Republic of Uzbekistan to Mongolia Concludes 12 days
Mongolia Forum 2025 Takes Place under the Theme "Northeast Asian Peaceful Development and Korean Unification" 12 days
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