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2025-09-18 22:55:50
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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Orkhon Aimag Hosts Copper Festival to Boost Tourism and Mining 5 hours
Infrastructure Construction Continues at Hunnu City 8 hours
Mongolia-China Media: AI Brings Unprecedented Opportunities, Challenges 8 hours
T. Enkhjin Wins Bronze at World Wrestling Championships 9 hours
Baganuur Battery Storage Power Station Supplies 48.7 Million kWh to Central Grid 9 hours
Altjin Wins Bronze at World Wrestling Championships 9 hours
Women Political Leaders Expand Cooperation 10 hours
Former Parliamentary Leaders Meet at Khuraldai Advisory Chamber 13 hours
Buuruljuut Power Plant’s Second Unit Set for December 2025 Commissioning 13 hours
Wreaths Laid at the Monument to Marshal Tsedenbal Yumjaa 13 hours
Consumer Prices in Mongolia Rise 8.8 Percent in August 1 day
Bronze Trophy Named after Yuri Nikulin Awarded to Mongolian Contortionists in Moscow 1 day
'Origin': A Photographer’s Tribute to Endangered Languages 1 day
Inner Mongolian Cultural Days Commence 1 day
Harvest Progress Update: Increases in Hay and Vegetable Yields, Drop in Potato Production 1 day
Mongolia and Saudi Arabia Establish Framework for Direct Flights 1 day
Foreign Trade of Mongolia Totals USD 16.6 Billion in First Eight Months of 2025 1 day
Virtual Zone Established to Support Information Technology Production 1 day
Employees of ‘Thermal Power Plant No. 4’ JSC Donate Blood to Save 240 Lives 1 day
Chinese Media Delegation Visits MONTSAME News Agency 1 day
Wetland Restoration Efforts Ongoing at Ganga Lake in Eastern Mongolia 1 day
Priceless Artifacts Once Used by the Queen Consort Exhibited 2 days
Monetary Policy Rate Maintained 2 days
Construction Starts on New Phase of Selbe 20-Minute City Development 2 days
World Ozone Day 2025 Celebrates 40 Years of Global Action 2 days
'The MongolZ' Rises to the Top of the World Rankings 2 days
DeMarcus Cousins to Play Again in the Mongolian League 2 days
UNICEF Fundraising Gala Advances Newborn Screening in Mongolia 2 days
Eleven Irrigation Systems Rehabilitated and Upgraded 2 days
Ancient Tibetan Manuscripts Digitized at the National Library of Mongolia 2 days
Parliament Reviews Audit Report on 2026 Budget Draft 2 days
Shen Minjuan: SCO Summit Held at Widest Scale to Date 3 days
2025 Autumn Session of the State Great Khural Commences with Structural Reforms 3 days
Gobi Bear Tagged with Satellite Tracking Collar 3 days
Tulga Claims Second World Championship Medal with Silver in Men’s Freestyle Wrestling 3 days
Mongolian Sumo Wrestlers Win Four Medals at Sumo World Championships 2025 3 days
International Experts Assess Mongolia’s Veterinary Sector Performance 3 days
International Forum Aims to Contribute to Sustainable Economic Growth 3 days
Institute of Physical Education and Sports Science, Established in Mongolia 3 days
Emergency Weather Alerts to Be Delivered via E-Mongolia Notification System 4 days
Mongolia Surpasses 617,000 Tourist Arrivals by Mid-September 2025 4 days
This Week in Mongolia 4 days
Government’s www.D-GOV.mn Launched 4 days
Digital Bridge 2025 Tech Forum Set for October 2–4 in Astana 6 days
Global Experts Convene in Ulaanbaatar for 'Bone and Muscle Health 2025' 6 days
Mongolian Cadet Judokas Secure Two Bronze Medals at Asian Championships 6 days
Mongolia’s Largest Mining Event Highlights Investment and Responsible Mining 6 days
Asia-Pacific Broadcasters Convene in Mongolia to Safeguard National Heritage Through Media 6 days
World’s Oldest Protected Mountain, Bogd Khan, Honored in State Worship Ceremony 6 days
Kazakhstan’s Ministry of Digital Development Announces the First Holder of Digital Nomad Residency 6 days
Defense Sector to Enhance Exchange, Cooperation 6 days
Open-Air Sports Complex Commissioned in Tolgoit 6 days
Ulaanbaatar and Japan Strengthen Clean Energy Partnership 6 days
General Meeting of Asia Securities Forum Opens in Ulaanbaatar 7 days
Mongolia Reviews Achievements of SCALA Climate Initiative 7 days
Government to Develop Unified ‘E-Business’ Platform for Enterprises 7 days
Minister Battsetseg Meets Naoko Ito to Advance Mongolia-Japan Cultural Ties 7 days
‘Mongolia-Japan Ethics and Discipline’ Calligraphy Exhibition Opens 7 days
State Visit of Governor-General of Australia Samantha Mostyn Concludes 7 days
Women Leaders Drive Equality Dialogue in Mongolia 7 days
Government Reports Operational Improvements at Erdenes Tavantolgoi Under Special Regime 7 days
Mongolia Records USD 16.6 Billion in Trade 8 days
Mongolian Businesses Meet South Korean Construction and Food Industry Entrepreneurs 8 days
Bolor-Erdene Ranks 32nd in World Duathlon Rankings 8 days
Drug Enforcement Department to Operate as Independent Unit 8 days
Government Launches D-GOV.mn System to Incorporate Citizens’ Initiatives into Decisions 8 days
Mongolian School in Ottawa Opens New Academic Year 8 days
Ambassador of Mongolia to Argentina Presents Letter of Credentials 8 days
Mongolia Deploys 15th Battalion’s Second Contingent to UN Mission in South Sudan 8 days
Wreaths Laid at the Monument for the Victims of Political Repression 8 days
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