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Uvurkhangai aimag to establish meat factory jointly with Chinese and US companies
Uvurkhangai aimag is going to establish a meat processing factory jointly with Hai Chuan Group of Guizhou province, China and Jarves Mongolia Company of USA. During Prime Minister J.Erdnebat's visit to China, Governor of Uvurkhangai aimag G.Ganbold signed a memorandum with the parties on establishing the factory and supplying its product to international markets. Governor G.Ganbold was interviewed on the matter.
2973 days
Hero of Labor L.Chinbat elected head of Mongolian National Wrestling Union
General Director of Gatsuurt Company, Hero of Labor L.Chinbat was elected as a head of Mongolian National Wrestling Union with 100 per cent support, during the union’s irregular congress on May 28.
2973 days
Mongolia-Kuwait intergovernmental commission holds its first meeting
The first meeting of the Intergovernmental commission between Mongolia and Kuwait was held on 23-24 May in Kuwait city. Mongolian delegation headed by Head of Cabinet Secretariat J.Munkhbat took part in the meeting, where talks, touching on the development of economic cooperation between the two countries, issues on investment and nonrefundable aid, implementation of joint projects and developing cooperation in cultural and media sector, were held.
2976 days
Border stations to be closed on May 30 and June 01
Border stations of Mongolia and China will be closed on May 30 and June 01. Border stations do not work on the day of Dragon Boat Festival of China and International Children’s day on June 01.   Dragon Boat Festival occurs on the fifth day of the fifth month on the Chinese lunar calendar and the festival of 2017 falls on May 3. International trains and flights will be conducted to their usual schedule.
2976 days
Money supply raised by MNT221 billion
Today, May 26, Bank of Mongolia officials made a briefing on economic changes in April. Money supply to the market reached MNT12.4 trillion, up by MNT221 billion, compared to the same period of the previous month. 53 per cent of the supply is tugrug savings and 19 per cent is foreign currency savings. Foreign currency savings have been dropped constantly over last months due to Tugrig’s exchange rate increase against foreign currency, said a senior officer of Research and Statistics Department of Bank of Mongolia A.Anand.
2976 days
Gandantegchinlen Monastery area to be renovated into tourist zone
Gandantegchinlen Monastery, the center of Mongolian Buddhists, is one of the most visited tourists’ sightseeing in Ulaanbaatar. The capital administration is to establish a tourist complex zone at the monastery area, implementing ‘Gandan Khuree Street” project.
2976 days
Extended Fund Facility's first funding deposited into central bank
On May 25, Minister of Finance B.Choijilsuren and IMF Resident Representative Neil Saker made a briefing regarding the Executive Board’s approval of three-year extended arrangement under Extended Fund Facility (EFF) for Mongolia. 
2977 days
Model hospital building to be constructed by Austrian Vamed Engineering
A new model hospital building with 150-200 beds will be constructed in Songinokhairkhan district by Vamed Engineering company of Austria. The company won the bid of construction and equipment supply of the hospital, which will be built within the Fourth Health Sector Development project. Today, the Ministry of Health established a contract with the Vamed Engineering Company.
2977 days
IMF approves Financial Arrangement for Mongolia
On May 24, the Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund approved a three-year extended arrangement under Extended Fund Facility (EFF) for Mongolia in a total amount of about USD434.3 million to support the country’s economic reform program. Other financing partners, including the Asian Development Bank, the World Bank, Japan, and Korea, have also committed to provide budgetary and project support, and the People’s Bank of China has agreed to extend its swap line with the Bank of Mongolia. In sum, the total financing package amounts to about USD5.5 billion. The Board’s approval of the arrangement enables the immediate disbursement of an amount equivalent to about USD38.6 million. The Executive Board had postponed its meeting on April 28 due to a parliamentary resolution clause on currency transmission of large-scale projects through Mongolian banks. Therefore on May 05, the parliament cancelled the resolution clause.
2977 days
Miyakonojo city delegation meets Parliamentary Speaker
Today, May 24, Japanese delegates from Miyakonojo city, headed by the city Mayor Ikeda Takahisa, who are on a visit to Mongolia at the invitation of Ulaanbaatar Mayor S.Batbold, paid a courtesy call on Parliamentary Speaker M.Enkhbold.  
2978 days
Government debt amounts to MNT20 trillion, below the threshold
As of the first quarter of this year, the Government debt is around MNT20 trillion, comprised of foreign debt of MNT13 trillion, internal debt of MNT5 trillion and Government guaranteed outstanding loan of MNT1 trillion. At the end of 2016, the Government debt totaled to MNT22 trillion, including foreign debt of MNT12 trillion, domestic debt of MNT6 trillion and Government guaranteed loan of MNT3 trillion. 
2978 days
Ticket machines to be available for inter-city transportation
Two ticket machines for Inter-city transportation were installed at Dragon center and at Bayanzurkh passenger transportation center. The Ministry of Road and Transport Development, National Auto Transportation Center  and ‘Metatek’ Company are carrying out test for a month to introduce it to transportation services.
2979 days
Parking complex to be built at entrance to hiking trail of Bogd Khan Mountain
A complex station of car and bicycle parking, bus stop and taxi stand will be built at the entrance to the hiking trail of the Bogd Khan Mountain, Strictly Prohibited Area (SPA), covering 1.2 ha of land. The Bogd Khan Mountain, lies in the south of Ulaanbaatar city is one of attractive traveling areas for Mongolians as well as foreigners.    There are three main routes of hiking trails to the Bogd Khan Mountain, and the busiest route Zaisan-Dugui Tsagaan-Baruun Shireet is occupied by 4000-5000 people during the weekends and 350-400 cars aggregate at the starting point, blocking the area. 
2979 days
Deputy PM attending 5th Global Platform for Disaster Risk Reduction
Mongolian delegation, headed by Deputy Prime Minister U.Khurelsukh is attending the  5th Global Platform for Disaster Risk Reduction in Cancún, Mexico, from 22 to 26 May. The Global Platform for Disaster Risk Reduction, as recognized by the UN General Assembly, is the main forum at the global level for strategic advice, coordination, partnership development and the review of progress in the implementation of international instruments on disaster risk reduction. It was established in 2006 and is now the world's foremost gathering of stakeholders committed to reducing disaster risk and building the resilience of communities and nations. Over 5000 representatives of governments, international organizations and civil society including some prime ministers, member of parliaments, and UN high ranking officials are attending the conference.  
2980 days
Salary loan interest lowered for doctors and teachers
Doctors and teachers of state-owned medical institutions, schools and kindergartens now can get salary loan with 18 per cent interest rate and without additional fee, while general salary loan interest amounts to 21-23 per cent. 
2980 days
First heart transplant performed on animal
A surgical team of the First State Central Hospital, led by Academician N.Baasanjav performed the first experimental heart transplant on an animal on May 19. The hospital is implementing a program to introduce high technology of organ and cell transplantation and this kind of experimental surgeries will be carried on further.
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Peace Corps to cooperate with Health Ministry in health education project
The US Peace Corps is to implement a new health education project in Mongolia and today, May 19, Director of Peace Corps Mongolia Gene Nixon and Health Minister A.Tsogtsetseg signed a Memorandum of Mutual Understanding to cooperate within the project.  Mr Gene Nixon expressed his pleasure to implement new project with the Government of Mongolia targeted at capacity building of children and youths for enhancing healthy lifestyles and life skills.
2983 days
Government obstacles to businesses to be eliminated legitimately
478 licenses out of 914, that are equired to be obtained by business entities were cancelled to support businesspeople through reducing barriers and red tape and the issue will be improved further by passing a law on Special license, said Minister of Justice and Home Affairs S.Byambatsogt. Today, the minister attended “Business breakfast” organized by Mongolian National Chamber of Commerce and Industry, sharing his views with businessmen on legal environment of businesses and pressing issues.
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Mongolian heritage day held at World Bank headquarters
Mongolian Embassy in USA in collaboration with the World Bank organized ‘Mongolian Heritage Day’ cultural event on May 16-17 at the WB Headquarters in Washington, D.C.,
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3rd Energy Mongolia conference & exhibition concludes
The annual ‘Energy Mongolia’ international conference & exhibition took place on May 17-18 at the Corporate Hotel & Convention Center, gathering about 270 international and local delegates representing over 45 organizations from Mongolia, the Russian Federation, the People’s Republic of China and other countries.
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Croatian Minister of Foreign and European Affairs Pays Courtesy Call on Prime Minister Zandanshatar Gombojav 16 hours
S. Enkhtuvshin: I Built The Car I Envisioned 45 Years Ago 16 hours
New Transport and Logistics Route to Be Established 17 hours
Today Marks “Police and Internal Troops' Day“ 17 hours
Prime Minister Orders to Accelerate Thermal Power Plant Repairs and Renovation 21 hours
The 2025 FISU World University Games Begin 21 hours
Prime Minister of Mongolia Affirms Full Support for Special Olympics Movement 3 days
River Levels Surpass Flood Thresholds Across Central Mongolia 3 days
World Leaders Congratulate President of Mongolia on National Naadam Festival 4 days
First Naadam Festival of the World Mongols Held in Brussels 5 days
Chuluun Sampildondov: The Mongolian Horse Has Long Been a Powerful Symbol of Diplomatic Tradition 5 days
New Champions Crowned as Mongolia Celebrates National Naadam with Pride 6 days
State Visit to Mongolia by Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Concludes 6 days
President of Mongolia and the Emperor of Japan Attend Soyolon Race at Khui Doloon Khudag 7 days
Chestnut Horse Trained by D. Munkhbat Wins National Naadam Soyolon Race 7 days
Tourists: The Music, Dance, and Horse Parade of Naadam Opening Ceremony Deeply Moving 7 days
Lunar-Spotted Bay Horse Trained by G. Buyantogtokh Wins National Naadam's Daaga Race 7 days
Chestnut Horse Trained by M. Tserenjav Wins National Naadam’s Ikh Nas Race 7 days
Over 800 Police Officers Deployed at Central Stadium During Naadam 7 days
Jochen Krueger: "The horseback part of the Naadam opening ceremony was my favorite" 7 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Attend Opening Ceremony of National Naadam Festival 8 days
National Naadam Commences with Grand Opening Ceremony 8 days
World Horse Day Celebrated for the First Time 8 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Visit Mongol–Japan Hospital 8 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and the Empress of Japan Visit Gandantegchenling Monastery 8 days
State Flag Day Observed with Military Parade 9 days
102 Wrestlers Holding National Titles to Compete in National Naadam Wrestling Tournament 9 days
Bay Horse Trained by B. Gantig Wins National Naadam’s Khyazaalan Race 9 days
Mongolia to Cooperate with The Asia Group to Improve Investment Climate 10 days
Ulaanbaatar Mayor Signs Memorandum of Understanding with UK Export Finance Agency to Boost Metro Project 10 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Visit General Education School in Ulaanbaatar 10 days
Prime Minister of Mongolia Holds Virtual Meeting with Local Governors 10 days
General Police Department: Facilities Ready to Assist Lost Children During Naadam Celebrations 10 days
His Majesty the Emperor of Japan Visits Mongol Koosen Technology College 10 days
Mongolia and France Sign Memorandum to Expand Civil Aviation Cooperation 10 days
Mongolia Economic Forum 2025: Government Commits to Investor-Friendly Policies and Economic Diversification 10 days
Feasibility Study for Ulaanbaatar Tram Project Approved 10 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Visit Memorial Complex for Japanese Nationals 11 days
Government to Gather Public Input on Certain Actions to Be Implemented Within 100 Days 11 days
Mongolia and China Agree to Expand Cooperation in Animal and Plant Quarantine 11 days
Over 7,000 Participants Showcase National Dress at 19th “Deeltei Mongol” Festival 11 days
President of Mongolia and First Lady Hold Official Meeting with Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan 11 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Officially Welcomed 11 days
Exhibition of Mongol Chest Features 19th–20th Century Traditional Mongolian Chests 11 days
Buryat State University Launches Center for Mongolian Language and Culture 11 days
His Majesty the Emperor of Japan Visits the Water Supply and Sewerage Authority 12 days
European Bank for Reconstruction and Development to Increase Investments 12 days
Two Mongolian Boxers Win Medals at World Cup 12 days
Mongolia Hosts Asia-Pacific Air Transport Facilitation Forum 12 days
His Majesty the Emperor of Japan Introduced to Gachuurt Water Source Project 12 days
Uchral Nyam-Osor: Economic Immunity Must Be Outcome of Long-Term Intelligent Policy 12 days
His Majesty Emperor Naruhito of Japan Visits Chinggis Khaan National Museum 12 days
Mongolia Transports Coal to China by Rail and Road until Cross-Border Railway Completion 12 days
MiningWeek & MinePro 2025: “Mining Momentum in Mongolia: Driving Progress and Responsibility” 12 days
This Week in Mongolia 12 days
His Majesty Emperor Naruhito and Her Majesty Empress Masako of Japan Arrive in Mongolia on a State Visit 13 days
Masterworks of Modern Mongolian Craftsmen Exhibited at the Chinggis Khaan National Museum 15 days
Launch Event of the SOAP II Project in Darkhan-Uul Aimag 15 days
NEMA Reports Rising Risk of Floods and Wildfires Across Mongolia 15 days
Mongolian Participants Depart for 57th International Chemistry Olympiad in United Arab Emirates 15 days
National Forum of Civil Servants Emphasizes Reforms for Effective Public Service 15 days
“Open Parliament: Expert” Senior Experience Sharing Program to Be Implemented 15 days
Mongolia to Cooperate with South Korea in Developing Specialized Social Protection Services 15 days
Mongolia’s “TOP-100” Businesses of 2024 Recognized 15 days
Mongolia Records 24 Moderate Earthquakes in First Half of 2025 15 days
Discussion Held on Improving Cooperation with Neighboring Countries in the Transport Sector 16 days
U. Tuya: Human Rights Education to Be Delivered at All Levels from Preschool to Higher Education 16 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" 16 days
Nine State-Owned Energy Companies in Western Region Consolidated into Four 16 days
Functional Overlaps of Government Organizations to Be Eliminated 16 days
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