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Foreign Exchange Reserves of Mongolia Exceed USD 4.9 Billion
As of November 25, 2024, the official foreign exchange reserves of Mongolia exceeded USD 4.9 billion, an increase of USD 38.8 million or 0.8 percent compared to the beginning of this year. This is the amount that satisfies the country's foreign exchange-paid import needs for 5.1 months, according to the Bank of Mongolia. 
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Mongolian Citizenship Oath Taken by 16-Year-Olds
The Government of Mongolia, the Ministry of Culture, Sports, Tourism, and Youth, and the Mongolian Youth Union NGO jointly organized the “Mongolian Citizenship Oath-Taking Ceremony” for the 22nd year.
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“Silent City Driver” Wins Grand Prix for Best Film at PÖFF
A Mongolian film Silent City Driver by Sengedorj Janchivdorj won the Grand Prix for Best Film at the Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival (Pimedate Ööde Filmifestival, PÖFF), which is one of the 15 A-tier film festivals accredited by the International Federation of Film Producers Associations.
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Mongolian Sustainable Finance Forum to Be Held under the Auspices of the President of Mongolia
Under the auspices of the President of Mongolia, the Mongolian Sustainable Finance Forum-2024 will be held in Ulaanbaatar on November 27- 29, 2024.
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President of Mongolia Vetoes the Law on the State Budget for 2025
President of Mongolia Khurelsukh has vetoed the 2025 Budget Law and the relevant laws submitted with it, based on the relevant provisions of the Constitution and the Law on the President. Head of the Office of the President of Mongolia Zandanshatar Gombojav and other officials briefed on the veto on November 20, 2024.
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Loan Agreements for Projects to Drive Climate Action and Enhance Health Services Signed
The Government of Mongolia and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) yesterday signed loan agreements for two projects aimed at accelerating climate investments and improving access to affordable, quality health services across Mongolia. ADB Country Director for Mongolia Shannon Cowlin and Minister of Finance Javkhlan Bold signed the loan agreements.
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Cultural Expo Opens, Offering a Multitude of Entertainment
As part of Cultural Creativity Month, the Cultural Expo was opened in the UB Event Hall of Ulaanbaatar Hotel on November 20, 2024.
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Draft Amendment to the Law on Labor Force Migration to Be Submitted to Parliament
During its regular session on November 20, 2024, the Cabinet decided to submit the draft amendment to the Law on Labor Force Migration to the State Great Khural.
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Bids for Incineration Plant and Waste to Energy Plant to Be Announced Next Month
The Governor's Office of the Capital City of Mongolia plans to launch phased measures to build a sludge drying and incineration plant and a waste-to-energy plant between 2024 and 2028 as part of improving Ulaanbaatar's engineering infrastructure.  
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Low Vision Clinic Opens at the Medical Sciences University Hospital
A Low Vision Clinic opened on November 18, 2024, at the Hospital of the Mongolian National University of Medical Sciences (MNUMS) as part of the Australian Government’s micro-aid program. 
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New Electricity Tariffs Set
The Energy Regulatory Commission is set to increase electricity tariffs from November 15, 2024. The Energy Regulatory Commission has announced that the average electricity tariff will be raised from MNT 216 per kWh to MNT 280. The changes were made in a way to not overburden households financially and encourage them to monitor their energy consumption and save energy.
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This Week in Mongolia
Summary of events for the week of November 18-24, 2024.
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TDB Issues Mongolia’s First Green and Social Bond in the International Market
The first Social and Green Bond from Mongolia has been issued by the Trade and Development Bank (TDB) for international professional investors. This is the first five-year or long-term bond issued by the private sector since the TDB’s bond, issued in 2015.
373 days
Improving the Effectiveness of the Mongolia-Japan Economic Partnership Agreement
The Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA) between Mongolia and Japan entered into force in June 2016 and has been implemented since 2017. The Mongolian National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MNCCI) intends to develop a recommendation on improving the agreement's implementation and submit it to the relevant state authorities of both countries. As part of this initiative, MNCCI organized a discussion on November 13, 2024, to resolve the challenges faced by businesses in implementing the EPA.
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Protection of Children in Mongolia Impacted by Dzud Discussed
People in Need (PIN) NGO in partnership with the Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany in Mongolia completed the REACH Project and held a meeting-discussion to present the project results on October 29, 2024.
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Digital Operator Services to Be Introduced at the Citizen Feedback 11-11 Center
At the regular session of the Cabinet of Mongolia on November 13, 2024, Minister of Mongolia and Head of the Cabinet Secretariat Uchral Nyam-Osor presented the measures to resolve citizens' requests and complaints on health care services and prescriptions, registered at the Citizen Feedback 11-11 Center of the Government of Mongolia, eliminate missed calls to the Center, inform citizens about the resolution of complaints, and improve the Center's operations.
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UN Adopts “Literacy for Life: Shaping Future Agendas” Resolution Initiated by Mongolia
At the initiative of Mongolia, the “Literacy for Life: Shaping Future Agendas” resolution was adopted at the Third Committee of the 79th session of the United Nations General Assembly on November 11, 2024.
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Health Ministry to Take Preventive Measures to Reduce Infant Mortality
The Ministry of Health established a leadership team in charge of reducing infant mortality and increasing the average life expectancy of Mongolians and the leadership team convened to discuss the national plan. 
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Climate Change Risk Index for 2030-2050 to Be Calculated
The Ministry of Minister of Environment and Climate Change, the Ministry of Food, Agriculture and Light Industry, and the UNDP are jointly implementing the “Improving Adaptive Capacity and Risk Management of Rural Communities in Mongolia” (ADAPT) project. A Meeting on Planning and Funding Strategy Based on Climate Change Risk was held under the ADAPT project, where methods and results of this strategy, and actions to be taken were discussed.
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This Week in Mongolia
Summary of events for the week of November 11-17, 2024:
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Commemorative Stamp Honors Legacy of First Spiritual Leader Zanabazar 16 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 2 days
Mongolian Olympic Committee Honors Sporting Excellence 3 days
Schedule Updated for Bus Route to Chinggis Khaan International Airport 3 days
Mongolia, South Korea Advance Bilateral Agenda 3 days
Mongolia and Indonesia Hold First Business Forum 3 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 4 days
Mongolia’s Social Development Achievements Highlighted at Doha Summit 4 days
Mongolia Seeks Closer Infrastructure, Humanitarian Cooperation with SCO Member States 4 days
UN Adopts Mongolia’s Resolution on Rural Women 4 days
China Donates Clinical Training Facility to Pediatric Rehabilitation Center 4 days
Prime Minister Zandanshatar Meets Chinese Premier Li Qiang 4 days
Prime Minister Zandanshatar Meets Russian President Vladimir Putin 4 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 5 days
First Two Bagh Schools Open at Uyench, Borshoo Borders 5 days
Global Human Security Expert Holds Lecture at National University of Mongolia 5 days
Mongolian Kettlebell Lifters Win 12 Medals at World Championship 5 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 6 days
Historic Success at World Powerlifting Championships 6 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 9 days
President Khurelsukh and Minister Enkhbayar Visit 'Chig' Brand Factory 9 days
Agreement Reached to Raise Salaries for Doctors and Health Workers 9 days
Mongolian Players Win Two Gold and One Bronze at FIDE World Amateur Chess Championship 9 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 10 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 11 days
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