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2025-07-18 18:18:39
Obstacles to Mongolia-Japan EPA implementation discussed
The 8th Mongolia-Japan Joint Consultation with the government and private sector was held on July 4, today, at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Mongolia. It has been one year since the the Economic Partnership Agreement between Mongolia and Japan was established and during the consultation, the parties discussed the agreement outcomes, pressing issues and obstacles in the implementation as well as possible solutions to resolve them.
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J.Erdenebat: “We succeeded to stop sharp rise in exchange rate and protected purchasing power”
On June 30, Prime Minister J.Erdenebat delivered a report to the parliament regular session on measures taken and their results within the framework of Extended Fund Facility (EFF) of the International Monetary Fund in response to questions by MP O.Enkhtuvshin.   "The Government started the EFF implementation on May 24, when the IMF Executive Board approved the financial arrangement for Mongolia. The program has three-year term and IMF has provided USD 38.6 million out of total USD434.3 million for support of payment balance" PM noted.
2937 days
Ballet dancers win awards from international competition in South Korea
Ballet dancers of the State Academic Theater of Opera and Ballet successfully took part in the 10th Korea International Ballet Competition held from June 28 to July 2. Ballet dancer O.Khatanbaatar won third place, B.Dulguun was granted with a special prize, while dancers M.Telmen and Batchimeg were entitled to study in the Samyoung University. 
2937 days
Erdmin turns 20 years old
‘Erdmin’ LLC, the first copper cathode factory in Mongolia, manufactures more than 40 types of the copper wire for electrical use and began manufacturing extension leads with its copper wire which became a product of high demand in the local market.
2937 days
Young people help preserving gazelles
Due to draughts in most parts of the country this year, a huge number of gazelle has died of thirst. Therefore, the proactive youngsters of “Dorniin Ikh Gegee” and “Tomo Building” LLCs have built four pools in the steppe.
2940 days
Wastewater treatment plants to be built in four aimags
Wastewater treatment plants with a capacity of 3,000 cubic meter each will be constructed in the centers of Uvurkhangai, Umnugobi, Dornogobi and Arkhangai aimags. Today, June 30, the Ministry of Construction and Urban Development, Ministry of Finance of Mongolia and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) established the agreement.
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Central banks of Mongolia and Russia holding roundtable meeting
The second roundtable meeting of the central banks of Mongolia and the Russian Federation is being held on 29-30 June in Ulaanbaatar. Attendees of the meeting are Governor of the Bank of Mongolia N.Bayartsaikhan, Deputy Governor of the Bank of Russia A.P.Torshina and Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Russia to Mongolia I.K.Azizov and other officials.
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Young doctor awarded for her new cancer treatment introduction
On June 29, B.Enkhjargal, who is introducing a new cancer treatment, was awarded the Best Young Doctor of the Year by a decree of the President of Mongolia. Enkhjargal Bayarsaikhan, Doctor of Medicine, Head of the Laboratory Department of the National Cancer Center is awarded with the prize named after the President for her introduction of treatment that corresponding to patient’s revealed cancer gene type for the first time in Mongolia and targeted cancer therapy and for the valuable contribution of the development of cancer research in molecular genetics, mentioned in the decree.  
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200 parking spaces on Sukhbaatar Square now open
On June 29, a 200-car parking space was put into operation on the south side of the central square of the capital-the Sukhbaatar Square, with a view to reduce traffic congestion in the central area of the city and create a comfortable environment for citizens, domestic and foreign tourists and travelers. Drainage system, lighting, pedestrian and chair installation works were made besides soil stripping and asphalt works were carried-out on 6650 sq.m of land from June 5-23. The new parking space has 6 bus stops, 3 parking lots for disabled persons’ vehicles and 193 normal parking spaces.
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Best solution to air pollution to be awarded with MNT 1 million
Today, June 29, Arig Bank announced the "Let's fight Air Pollution together!" challenge with an objective to reduce carbon dioxide emissions coming from Ger districts by discovering the best heating, energy generation and supply solutions and testing, applying them in practice. Best solutions will be rewarded with MNT100 million.
2941 days
Mongolians lead at the East Asian Youth Chess Championship
Mongolian young chess players ranked in the first place in the East Asian Youth Chess Championship 2017 held on June 17-26 in Ulaanbaatar.
2941 days
Presidential Election: second ballot day changed to july 7
The General Election Commission today announced that the second round of presidential election will take place on July 7, Friday.  
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Smugglers of endangered Dalmatian pelican caught
Police officers of Bayan-Ulgii aimag have revealed and are investigating an attempt to smuggle numerous heads of Dalmatian pelican through the Tsagaannuur border crossing. According to senior inspector in charge of public relations of Police department of Bayan-Ulgii aimag J.Jaganolat, during the investigation, it was confirmed that the illegal act was conducted by C, a citizen of Khovd soum of Uvs aimag, and citizens, A and C, from Ulgii soum of Bayan-Ulgii aimag.
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Some winter preparation works to be financed from Government reserve fund
The cabinet approved to allocate necessary funding from the Government reserve fund for measures including, summer and autumn movement, fight against grasshopper migration, providing herders with social and health services, and preparing hay and fodder reserves for aimags and soums through hay-making.
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ADB loan agreement drafts to be submitted to parliament for ratification
During yesterday's 28 June, cabinet meeting, the Government decided to submit a bill on ratification of  loan agreements of "Social Welfare Support Program-2" and "Banking Sector Rehabilitation and Financial Stability Strengthening Program", which will be implemented jointly by the Government of Mongolia and the Asian Development Bank (ADB).
2941 days
65 km new paved road opens for traffic
Construction of 65 km paved road out of total 95 km road in an intersection of the Dulaankhaan-Eruu-Khuder was completed and put into operation on June 23. Minister of Road and Transport Development D.Ganbat, MP N.Oyundari, and Director of the Darkhan Metallurgical Plant D.Batjavkhlan attended the opening ceremony.
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International Observers present preliminary conclusions on election
Representatives of the International Election Observation Mission of Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) / Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR), OSCE Parliamentary Assembly and European Parliament released a joint statement today at a press conference.
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4.1 million doses of vaccines to be sent from Russia by second half of July
4.1 million doses of vaccines against animal’s foot and mouth disease will be sent from Russia by the second half of this July, following the agreements and talks made during Prime Minister J.Erdenebat’s attendance in the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum on 1-3 June in Saint-Petersburg, Russia. 
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Construction of 1008 household apartments launched
On June 22, a groundbreaking ceremony of ‘Green Lake’ apartment microdistrict with 1008 household apartments took place in 9th khoroo of Sukhbaatar district. It is a component part of ‘Affordable apartment’ national program by the Government.  The construction of 21-storey 8 apartments and a school with capacity of 960 children on 3.8 ha of freed land started with the ceremony. Further a kindergarten with capacity of 240 children, shopping center and parking places will be built, freeing 1.57 ha of land.
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Mongolia’s next president to be elected by second ballot
The General Election Commission today informed about its decision to conduct a second ballot on July 9 in Mongolia and on July 4 overseas.
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Croatian Minister of Foreign and European Affairs Pays Courtesy Call on Prime Minister Zandanshatar Gombojav 1 hour
S. Enkhtuvshin: I Built The Car I Envisioned 45 Years Ago 1 hour
New Transport and Logistics Route to Be Established 2 hours
Today Marks “Police and Internal Troops' Day“ 2 hours
Prime Minister Orders to Accelerate Thermal Power Plant Repairs and Renovation 6 hours
The 2025 FISU World University Games Begin 6 hours
Prime Minister of Mongolia Affirms Full Support for Special Olympics Movement 2 days
River Levels Surpass Flood Thresholds Across Central Mongolia 2 days
World Leaders Congratulate President of Mongolia on National Naadam Festival 3 days
First Naadam Festival of the World Mongols Held in Brussels 4 days
Chuluun Sampildondov: The Mongolian Horse Has Long Been a Powerful Symbol of Diplomatic Tradition 4 days
New Champions Crowned as Mongolia Celebrates National Naadam with Pride 5 days
State Visit to Mongolia by Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Concludes 5 days
President of Mongolia and the Emperor of Japan Attend Soyolon Race at Khui Doloon Khudag 6 days
Chestnut Horse Trained by D. Munkhbat Wins National Naadam Soyolon Race 6 days
Tourists: The Music, Dance, and Horse Parade of Naadam Opening Ceremony Deeply Moving 6 days
Lunar-Spotted Bay Horse Trained by G. Buyantogtokh Wins National Naadam's Daaga Race 6 days
Chestnut Horse Trained by M. Tserenjav Wins National Naadam’s Ikh Nas Race 6 days
Over 800 Police Officers Deployed at Central Stadium During Naadam 6 days
Jochen Krueger: "The horseback part of the Naadam opening ceremony was my favorite" 6 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Attend Opening Ceremony of National Naadam Festival 7 days
National Naadam Commences with Grand Opening Ceremony 7 days
World Horse Day Celebrated for the First Time 7 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Visit Mongol–Japan Hospital 7 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and the Empress of Japan Visit Gandantegchenling Monastery 8 days
State Flag Day Observed with Military Parade 8 days
102 Wrestlers Holding National Titles to Compete in National Naadam Wrestling Tournament 8 days
Bay Horse Trained by B. Gantig Wins National Naadam’s Khyazaalan Race 8 days
Mongolia to Cooperate with The Asia Group to Improve Investment Climate 9 days
Ulaanbaatar Mayor Signs Memorandum of Understanding with UK Export Finance Agency to Boost Metro Project 9 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Visit General Education School in Ulaanbaatar 9 days
Prime Minister of Mongolia Holds Virtual Meeting with Local Governors 9 days
General Police Department: Facilities Ready to Assist Lost Children During Naadam Celebrations 9 days
His Majesty the Emperor of Japan Visits Mongol Koosen Technology College 9 days
Mongolia and France Sign Memorandum to Expand Civil Aviation Cooperation 9 days
Mongolia Economic Forum 2025: Government Commits to Investor-Friendly Policies and Economic Diversification 9 days
Feasibility Study for Ulaanbaatar Tram Project Approved 9 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Visit Memorial Complex for Japanese Nationals 10 days
Government to Gather Public Input on Certain Actions to Be Implemented Within 100 Days 10 days
Mongolia and China Agree to Expand Cooperation in Animal and Plant Quarantine 10 days
Over 7,000 Participants Showcase National Dress at 19th “Deeltei Mongol” Festival 10 days
President of Mongolia and First Lady Hold Official Meeting with Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan 10 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Officially Welcomed 10 days
Exhibition of Mongol Chest Features 19th–20th Century Traditional Mongolian Chests 10 days
Buryat State University Launches Center for Mongolian Language and Culture 10 days
His Majesty the Emperor of Japan Visits the Water Supply and Sewerage Authority 11 days
European Bank for Reconstruction and Development to Increase Investments 11 days
Two Mongolian Boxers Win Medals at World Cup 11 days
Mongolia Hosts Asia-Pacific Air Transport Facilitation Forum 11 days
His Majesty the Emperor of Japan Introduced to Gachuurt Water Source Project 11 days
Uchral Nyam-Osor: Economic Immunity Must Be Outcome of Long-Term Intelligent Policy 11 days
His Majesty Emperor Naruhito of Japan Visits Chinggis Khaan National Museum 11 days
Mongolia Transports Coal to China by Rail and Road until Cross-Border Railway Completion 11 days
MiningWeek & MinePro 2025: “Mining Momentum in Mongolia: Driving Progress and Responsibility” 11 days
This Week in Mongolia 11 days
His Majesty Emperor Naruhito and Her Majesty Empress Masako of Japan Arrive in Mongolia on a State Visit 12 days
Masterworks of Modern Mongolian Craftsmen Exhibited at the Chinggis Khaan National Museum 14 days
Launch Event of the SOAP II Project in Darkhan-Uul Aimag 14 days
NEMA Reports Rising Risk of Floods and Wildfires Across Mongolia 14 days
Mongolian Participants Depart for 57th International Chemistry Olympiad in United Arab Emirates 14 days
National Forum of Civil Servants Emphasizes Reforms for Effective Public Service 14 days
“Open Parliament: Expert” Senior Experience Sharing Program to Be Implemented 14 days
Mongolia to Cooperate with South Korea in Developing Specialized Social Protection Services 14 days
Mongolia’s “TOP-100” Businesses of 2024 Recognized 14 days
Mongolia Records 24 Moderate Earthquakes in First Half of 2025 14 days
Discussion Held on Improving Cooperation with Neighboring Countries in the Transport Sector 15 days
U. Tuya: Human Rights Education to Be Delivered at All Levels from Preschool to Higher Education 15 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" 15 days
Nine State-Owned Energy Companies in Western Region Consolidated into Four 15 days
Functional Overlaps of Government Organizations to Be Eliminated 15 days
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