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2025-06-21 15:25:27
Mongolian and Chinese delegates agree on promoting “Tea Road tourism”
The Tea Road, a joint project of Mongolia, China and Russia for promoting tourism, has been chosen as a priority project to be implemented in frames of the three countries’ cooperation under the Agreement on Establishing Economic Corridor. The project was also discussed during the Second Ministerial Meeting for Tourism of Mongolia, Russia and China, took place on June 21 in Ulan-Ude, Russia.
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Bulgan aimag hit by hailstones the size of tennis balls
It has been reported last night that Khutag-Undur soum of Bulgan aimag was hit by hailstones as big as the size of ping pong balls. “As far as we know, no person or livestock was injured. The storm lasted for about 20 minutes, but, with much intensity”, said J.Batsukh, a senior official in charge of disaster prevention of Bulgan’s Emergency Department.
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Ministry increases number of livestock for butchering in anticipation of harsh winter
Approximately 66 million heads of livestock are expected to be overwintered next winter on the national level, reports the Ministry of Food, Agriculture and Light Industry. Every year, more than 10 million livestock is used for meat.
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Oil explorations being conducted on 25 sites
The Petroleum Authority has reported that they expect more than USD 50 million to be invested in oil exploration in 2017. As of June, 21 contracted companies are conducting exploration on 25 sites. Deals for exploration on three other sites and one open exploration, and a tender is underway for two sites, reports the authority.
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Number of international travelers rises by 20 percent
In the first half of 2017, 2.8 million passengers crossed the border of Mongolia, which represents increase of 368.5 thousand passengers or 15.2% compared to the same period of 2016. Majority or 37.6% of inbound passengers have crossed through Zamiin-Uud immigration post, whereas 15.7% passed through Gashuunsukhait, 15.1% -- through Buyant-Ukhaa, 11.8% -- through Altanbulag, 6.6% -- through Shiveekhuren and 13.2% -- through other immigration posts.
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Central Bank releases book on treasury
The Bank of Mongolia released a book called “Treasury Fund of Mongolia”, a compilation of narratives about the most distinguished items in the central bank’s treasury, as well as about the national paper bills and coins, commemorative coins and golden post stamps. The narratives are all written in both Mongolian and English.
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Mongolian Yokozuna outclasses all-time record-holders in professional sumo
By winning July Nagoya Basho of professional sumo, Yokozuna Hakuho Sho, whose Mongolian name is Davaajargal Munkhbat broke all records in professional sumo, having claimed 1,050 career-wins and won 39 bashos (bimonthly tournaments). In 97 tournaments, Hakuho's career record now stands at 1,050 wins and 219 losses.
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Tea Road Monument erected in Ulaanbaatar
A monument to the Tea Road through which, in ancient times, caravansary carried tea between Mongolia, China and Russia has been erected in the yard of Dulmaalin Monastery of Ulaanbaatar. Opening ceremony for the monument was held today.
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Weather forecast until July 26
Temporary thunderstorms are expected in some parts of western, central and eastern aimags on July 23 and 25, in central and eastern aimags on July 25 and in central aimags and the Gobi on July 26. Winds will blow stronger before the rains.
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President Kh.Battulga honored as Commander-In-Chief
Today, at the central square of Ulaanbaatar, the new President of Mongolia Battulga Khaltmaa was honored and welcomed as the Commander-In-Chief of the Armed Forces. The Ceremonial parade was commanded by General J.Badambazar, vice chairman of the General Staff of Armed Forces.
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IMF team arrives to monitor implementation of EFF program
A monitoring team from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has reportedly arrived in Mongolia to get familiarized with the implementation of the Extended Fund Facility Program, which was authorized by the IMF Board on May 25.
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Hakuho Davaajargal now holds record of most career wins in professional sumo
“Hakuho” titled M.Davaajargal, a grand champion of Japanese professional sumo, achieved the record number of wins in sumo’s history by claiming his 1,047th win in a bout with Sekiwake Tamawashi yesterday.
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Forestry training center commences operation
Ceremony for commissioning of the building of a Training Center for Forestry was held today. Project on Training Center for Forestry has been under implementation since 2016 executed by KT&G social welfare organization of South Korea and the Ministry of Environment, Green Development and Tourism.
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Today marks 25th anniversary of State Great Khural
Today is marking the 25th anniversary of the first day of operation of Mongolia’s first fully-functioning democratic parliament. On July 20 of 1992, the State Great Khural officially started functioning as a permanent legislature of Mongolia.
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External trade surplus surges
In the first half of 2017, Mongolia traded with 139 countries and total trade turnover reached USD 5.0 billion, of which USD 3.1 billion were made up by exports and USD 1.9 billion, by imports. Total foreign trade turnover increased by USD 1.3 billion, in which, exports increased by USD 913.3 million, and imports, by USD 431.5 million against the same period of 2016.
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Revenue of master budget increases
In the first six months of 2017, total revenue and grants of the General Government Budget amounted to MNT 3,276.5 billion and total expenditure and net lending amounted to MNT 4,017.1 billion, representing a deficit of MNT 740.7 billion.
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India’s leaders congratulate Mongolia’s new president and convey invitation for visit
In separate signed messages, H. E. Mr. Pranab Mukherjee, President of Republic of India and H.E. Mr. Narendra Modi, Prime Minister of India have extended warm felicitations to H.E. Mr. Kh. Battulga on his election to the Office of the President of Mongolia.
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Speaker of Japan’s parliament starts visit, pays courtesy call on President
Speaker of the House of Representatives of Japan Tadamori Oshima is paying a visit on the occasion of the 45th anniversary of diplomatic relations. Today, he paid a courtesy call on Kh.Battulga, President of Mongolia.
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New president of Mongolia to live in walking distance from his office, unofficial sources say
Sworn in on July 10, on the threshold of the National Naadam Celebrations, the fifth president of Mongolia Battulga Khaltmaa has refused to live in the state residence Ikh Tenger alongside Enkhbold Miyegombo, Speaker of Parliament, and Erdenebat Jargaltulga, Prime Minister. For the last 63 years, all of the country’s leaders lived in Ikh Tenger situated on the north side of the Bogd Khan Mountain.
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Rock band “Hurd” to stage charity concert
In times of disaster and nationwide vulnerability due to the raging forest fires throughout the country, one of Mongolia's oldest rock bands “Hurd” is coming to aid like many others. Hurd is staging a concert this Saturday in the central stadium.
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Parliamentary Resolution for Establishing Green Financing System Approved 24 hours
Meeting Held with Representatives from OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights 1 day
His Majesty Emperor Naruhito and Her Majesty Queen Masako to Pay State Visit to Mongolia 1 day
Funds Raised from Bond to Be Allocated for Milk and Dairy Production 1 day
Smart Greenhouse Complex to Be Established in Ulaanbaatar 2 days
Thermal Power Stations Instructed to Work under Special Regime 2 days
Government Discusses Amendments to State Budget at Its First Session 2 days
Mongolian Writers to Take Part in Beijing International Book Fair 3 days
Mongolian Darts Player Tergel Khurelkhuu Tops the World Rankings 3 days
Prime Minister of Mongolia Appoints Ministers 3 days
Prime Minister Presents Nominees for Members of the Government to President of Mongolia 4 days
Gankhaich Wins Bronze Medal at World Judo Championships 4 days
State Great Khural Members Meet IMF Staff Team 4 days
Mongolian Boxers Win 16 Medals at the World Boxing Cup European Series 2025 4 days
Mongolia Promotes Its Culture at the Festival of Embassies in Prague 5 days
Mongolia to Cooperate with the United Kingdom in the Field of Mineral Resources 5 days
Open-Air Museum to Be Established on the Ruins of Old City of Kharakhorum 5 days
GMIT Celebrates Graduation of Eighth Cohort 5 days
“Mongol-B” Team Wins Gold Medal at the World Rapid and Blitz Team Championships 5 days
General Department of Taxation Awarded Silver Gender Equality Seal 5 days
Young People with Disabilities Launch Advocacy Campaign 5 days
This Week in Mongolia 5 days
Reconstruction of Kharkhorin City Begins 6 days
Early Detection for Autism Spectrum Disorders to Be Improved 8 days
Mongolian and International MMA Fighters to Participate in the “Khangarid Cup” 8 days
Uilstuguldur Altankhuyag Appointed Chief of Staff of the Office of the President of Mongolia 8 days
Mongolia-People’s Republic of China Joint Border Commission Agrees on Infrastructure and Security Priorities 8 days
“Chopiniana” and “Paquita” Ballets to be Staged at the Mongolian State Academic Theatre of Opera and Ballet 8 days
372 Athletes Will Receive Ranking Points for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games 8 days
“Morin Khuur” Play Named Best at Baikal Mascot International Theater Festival 8 days
34th Prime Minister Zandanshatar Gombojav Receives Government Seal of Mongolia 8 days
People's Artist E. Amartuvshin Named One of the World's Top Five Opera Singers 8 days
Gold, Mined by Artisanal and Small-Scale Miners of Mongolia to Be Supplied to International Jewelry Companies 8 days
Zandanshatar Gombojav Appointed as Prime Minister of Mongolia 8 days
Student Police to Provide Assistance and Information for Tourists in Ulaanbaatar 9 days
Center of Excellence for English Language Teaching Opens in Ulaanbaatar 9 days
FIDE World Rapid and Blitz Team Chess Championships 2025 Underway 9 days
Standing Committee on State Structure Approves Proposal to Appoint Zandanshatar Gombojav as Prime Minister 9 days
President of Mongolia Submits Proposal to Nominate Zandanshatar Gombojav as Prime Minister of Mongolia to Parliament 9 days
Construction Work on 41 Hectares of Selbe Sub-Center Project Open for the Private Sector 9 days
Asia Folk 2025 Festival to Be Held for the Seventh Year in Ulaanbaatar 9 days
Lawyer Robert Painter: “It’s a Joy to See the T-Bataar Back Home and Smiling Happier Than Ever” 9 days
“Khasyn Khuleguud” Team Advances to the Semifinals of the Basketball Champions League Asia 2025 9 days
Asia Reference Center for Election Observation to Be Established in Mongolia 9 days
Mongolia Participates in the 113th Session of the International Labor Conference in Geneva 9 days
Draft Law on Amendments to the Law on the State Great Khural Submitted 9 days
Playtime Festival to Welcome 100,000 Attendees 9 days
Mongolian Boxers Claim Twelve Medals at World Boxing Cup European Series 2025 9 days
Mongolia Celebrates Buddha Day Nationwide 10 days
Mongolian Basketball Team “Xac Broncos” Advances to Basketball Champions Asia Quarterfinals 11 days
Mongolian Judokas to Compete in the 2025 World Judo Championships Depart for Budapest 11 days
“Danshig Naadam - Khuree Tsam 2025” to Be Held on June 27-29 11 days
Ministry of Environment and Climate Change of Mongolia and the Global Land Initiative to Cooperate in Combating Desertification and Land Degradation 11 days
Silver Gerege Discovered on the Territory of Mongolia for the First Time 11 days
Buddha Day: A Day of Compassion, Empathy, and Loving Kindness 11 days
Honorary Reception Commemorating 75 Years of Mongolia-Poland Relations Held 11 days
Contract for the Construction of Gashuunsukhait-Gantsmod Cross-Border Railway Signed 11 days
Aviation Meteorological Center Introduces ISO 9001:2015 Quality-Management System 11 days
MPP Nominates Zandanshatar Gombojav for Prime Minister of Mongolia 12 days
Mongolian Youths to Study U.S. Political Systems Under MUNCEP-2025 12 days
Davaadalai Tumendalai: Solid Construction Waste Can Be Recycled and Put Into Economic Circulation as Gravel and Aggregate 12 days
“Students' Grove” Established at NUM Training and Research Center in Kharkhorin 12 days
Mongolian Chess Players to Compete in the FIDE World Rapid and Blitz Team Chess Championships 12 days
The "Mongolian Gallery" Exhibition Opens in Calgary City of Canada 12 days
The "Czech Villadom" Project to Provide Green Housing for 40 Households Launches 12 days
Legal Regulations Protecting Taxpayers’ Rights and Interests Enforced 12 days
Acting Foreign Minister of Mongolia Receives Non-Resident Ambassador of Oman to Mongolia 12 days
Third State Central Hospital Introduces Surgery for Deep-Seated Brain Tumors 12 days
This Week in Mongolia 12 days
Honorable Mr. Ban Ki-moon Donates MNT 180 Million in Support of the “Billions of Trees” National Movement 15 days
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