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2025-12-18 07:06:40
Ecosystem Resilience Project Concludes, Adding 1.2 Million Hectares of Protected Land
The project “Ensuring Mongolia’s Ecosystem Resilience and Stability,” a seven-year initiative funded by the Global Environment Facility and jointly implemented by the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change, the Ministry of Food, Agriculture, and Light Industry, and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) from 2019 to 2025, has been concluded.
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New Air Services Agreement Paves Way for Direct Flights Between Mongolia and Australia
At the Cabinet Session on September 24, 2025, the Government of Mongolia approved the draft Air Services Agreement between the Government of Mongolia and the Government of Australia and authorized the signing of the agreement.
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Mongolian Government Announces Five-Year Reform Plan and Economic Policy Initiatives
At its Cabinet meeting on September 24, 2025, the Government of Mongolia reviewed the draft of the Five-Year Development Guidelines of Mongolia for 2026-2030. Following the Cabinet session,  Prime Minister Zandanshatar Gombojav and Cabinet members held a press briefing to share updates on the Government's recent actions and future plans.
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Mongolia and China to Expand Cooperation in Combating Transnational Crime
Minister of Justice and Internal Affairs of Mongolia, Munkhbaatar Lhagva, met with State Councilor and Minister of Public Security of the People’s Republic of China, Wang Xiaohong, on September 19, 2025, to discuss strengthening bilateral cooperation in law enforcement.
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Mongolist Anna Tsendina Donates Rare Zanabazar-Era Deity Sculpture
Dr. Anna Tsendina Damdinova, a Mongolist and daughter of the distinguished academician and three-time Laureate of the State Premium of Mongolia, Damdinsuren Tsend, donated a rare sculpture of the deity Lkham Norjunma (also known as Vasudhara, or Golden Tara), attributed to the early works of Undur Gegeen Zanabazar, to the Chinggis Khaan National Museum on September 18, 2025.
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Orkhon Purevdorj Wins Bronze at 2025 World Wrestling Championships
Honored Athlete of Mongolia, World Champion, and Asian Champion Orkhon Purevdorj secured a bronze medal in the women’s 62 kg weight category. 
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Orkhon Aimag Hosts Copper Festival to Boost Tourism and Mining
To promote domestic tourism and highlight its mining industry, Orkhon aimag is hosting the Copper Festival for the third year, taking place from September 18 to 20.
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Consumer Prices in Mongolia Rise 8.8 Percent in August
According to the National Statistics Office, consumer prices for goods and services across Mongolia rose by 8.8 percent in August 2025 compared to the same month last year, and by 1.6 percent compared to the previous month.
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'Origin': A Photographer’s Tribute to Endangered Languages
A solo exhibition titled “Origin” by U.S.-based photographer and contemporary artist Anja Brown, also known by her Mongolian name Oyunsuren Shagdarsuren, has opened at the Norpei Art Gallery, Ulaanbaatar.
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Harvest Progress Update: Increases in Hay and Vegetable Yields, Drop in Potato Production
According to harvest progress data, as of August 2025, a total of 156.5 thousand tons of hay has been harvested nationwide. In addition, 24.5 thousand tons of vegetables, 9.4 thousand tons of potatoes, and 5 thousand tons of hand-prepared fodder have been collected.
92 days
Construction Starts on New Phase of Selbe 20-Minute City Development
The “Selbe 20-Minute City” model project is underway on 2,206 land units covering 158 hectares in Chingeltei and Sukhbaatar districts of Ulaanbaatar. While construction continues on about 4,000 apartments in the first phase, work officially began on September 16, 2025, by five companies selected through the latest tender to build the next phase: about 5,000 apartments across 73 blocks.
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Ancient Tibetan Manuscripts Digitized at the National Library of Mongolia
The National Library of Mongolia, in collaboration with the United States Embassy in Mongolia and the Arizona-based nonprofit organization Asian Legacy Library, has completed the digitization, cataloging, and digital preservation of ancient Tibetan-language manuscripts and woodblock-printed books preserved at the National Library.
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Emergency Weather Alerts to Be Delivered via E-Mongolia Notification System
The National Agency for Meteorology and Environmental Monitoring, in cooperation with the E-Mongolia Academy, has begun delivering alerts about hazardous and extreme weather events promptly through the E-Mongolia app’s notification system.
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This Week in Mongolia
Summary of events for the week of September 15–21, 2025.
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Digital Bridge 2025 Tech Forum Set for October 2–4 in Astana
This year, the international tech forum Digital Bridge 2025 will take place in Astana from October 2 to 4, 2025. The theme of the forum, “Generative Nation,” reflects Kazakhstan’s strategic commitment to building a knowledge-based society driven by cutting-edge technologies and artificial intelligence.
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Mongolia’s Largest Mining Event Highlights Investment and Responsible Mining
Mongolia’s largest mining event, “Mining Week & MinePro 2025,” officially opened on September 11, 2025, at the foot of Taij Khairkhan Mountain in Nalaikh District.
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Kazakhstan’s Ministry of Digital Development Announces the First Holder of Digital Nomad Residency
Kazakhstan has issued its first 10-year residence permit under the Digital Nomad Residency program. The recipient is Pavel Filatov, Senior Analytics & BI Engineer with international experience, who has chosen Kazakhstan as a place to live and build his professional career.
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General Meeting of Asia Securities Forum Opens in Ulaanbaatar
The 30th Annual General Meeting of the Asia Securities Forum has officially opened in Ulaanbaatar. This prestigious forum, considered the most significant in the securities sector of the Asia-Pacific region, brings together over 100 capital market experts from more than 20 countries. Participants are discussing key issues such as the development trends of capital markets, future cooperation, sustainable financing, digital transformation, regional integration, and investor protection.
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Government Reports Operational Improvements at Erdenes Tavantolgoi Under Special Regime
In the first half of this year, Erdenes Tavantolgoi sold an average of 1.7 million tons of coal per month. After the implementation of the special regime, this figure increased to 2.7 million tons in July and August, representing a 1.6-fold rise compared to the previous average. 
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Drug Enforcement Department to Operate as Independent Unit
Until the necessary legal framework is established, the Cabinet has decided at today’s session to expand the Drug Enforcement Department into an independent unit under the current police structure.
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'White Gold' Movement Enables Domestic Producers to Supply About 70 Percent of Raw Materials 14 hours
Parliament Ratified Interim Trade Agreement 16 hours
UK-Funded Project to Boost English Skills in Remote Areas of Mongolia 16 hours
Ancient Burial Sites Uncovered During Geological Surveys 18 hours
Mongolian Parliamentary Delegation Visits South Korea 19 hours
Bank of Mongolia Keeps Policy Rate Unchanged 19 hours
'The MongolZ' Ranks Seventh in World Ranking 20 hours
Mongolia Secures 7th World Title in Memory, Mind Sports 20 hours
Parliamentary Committee Holds Hearing for Governor of Bank of Mongolia Nominee 20 hours
Mongolia Calls for Global Transparency in Political Financing at UN Summit 21 hours
Mining and Extractive Industry Sales Up by MNT 2.7 Trillion from 2024 21 hours
Special Exhibition Showcases Traditional Mongolian Clothing, Adornments 21 hours
Exploring the 'Zuuvch-Ovoo' Uranium Project and Its Future Outlook 1 day
Boy Playfully Herds Yak Calf with His Own Programmed Drone 1 day
Over 200,000 Tonnes of Fuel to Be Imported This Month 1 day
Government to Submit Draft Resolution on Privatization and Public Offering of State Assets 1 day
Rare Metals Research Center Opened in Mongolia 1 day
Net Domestic Assets Increase by MNT 5.7 Trillion 1 day
Four Japanese Judo Coaches to Work in Mongolia 1 day
Over 8,000 Livestock Relocated from Ulaanbaatar’s Restricted Zone 1 day
Parliament Examines Oyu Tolgoi Agreements, Benefits in Multi-Day Evidence Hearing 1 day
‘Food Revolution’ Boosts Production, Jobs, and Exports 1 day
Three Schools and Five Kindergartens to Be Built in Selbe 20-Minute City 3 days
Moon Dance Team Wins Another Bronze Medal at World Championships 3 days
Greater Tumen Initiative Tourism Board Meeting Held in Mongolia 3 days
This Week in Mongolia 3 days
Government Task Force to Enter Talks with ‘Entrée Resources’ 3 days
New Apartment Prices Rise 11 Percent 3 days
First Residents Move into New Homes Following Redevelopment of the 100 Ail Public Housing Project 4 days
Outstanding Young Scientists and Doctors Receive Presidential Awards 4 days
Mongolia Outlines Priorities at IOM Council’s 116th Session 6 days
Ulaanbaatar Seeks Public Input on Even-Odd Traffic Restrictions 6 days
“Burte Chono 2025” Honors Mongolia’s Top Athletes 6 days
Parliament Finalizes Resolution to Zero Import Duties on Fodder and Flour 6 days
Mongolia, Lithuania Hold Political Consultations in Ulaanbaatar 6 days
Mongolia Urges Global Action to Treat Wastewater as a Resource 6 days
Mongolian Boxers Win Four Medals at World Cup of Petroleum Countries 7 days
Advanced Technology Reveals 3,000-Year-Old Rock Art Now on Display 7 days
Fifth International Conference on Mongolian Studies Held in Poland 7 days
Bank of Mongolia Releases 'Tugrug-100 Years' Commemorative Stamp Released 7 days
Children’s Consultative Polyclinic to Launch Surgical Services in 2026 7 days
Views Exchanged on Accelerating SDGs Implementation 7 days
Mongolian Student Wins World Drone-Coding Championship at Enjoy AI 2025 7 days
Coal Exports Reach 79 Million Tonnes as Exchange Trading Grows 7 days
Mongolian Powerlifter Becomes Asian Champion 7 days
Government Directs Public Institutions Not to Hold New Year or Anniversary Celebrations Using Budget Funds 8 days
Mongolia to Send Over 100 Athletes to Asian Beach Games 8 days
Gashuunsukhait Checkpoint to Handle More Coal Exports 8 days
Prime Minister Directs Officials to Intensify Anti-Corruption Drive 8 days
Speaker of Parliament Meets Ambassadors of Russia, China 8 days
France Returns Dinosaur Fossils to Mongolia Following Decade-Long Legal Process 8 days
UN Meeting Highlights Importance of Rangelands Ahead of Mongolia’s COP17 8 days
New Year Tree Lighting Ceremony at Sukhbaatar Square to Begin at 19:00 Today 8 days
PM Orders Priority Financing for Salaries, Pensions and Child Benefits 8 days
ADB Approves USD 60 Million for Ulaanbaatar’s First Bus Rapid Transit System 8 days
Mongolia Renews Call to Lower Shareholder Loan Interest for Oyu Tolgoi Project 8 days
Mongolia to Expand International Cooperation on Child Development and Protection 8 days
Winners of the 15th “Golden Pen” National Student Journalism Awards Announced 9 days
MONTSAME News Agency Begins Distributing News in Korean 9 days
‘Ulaanbaatar Metro’ Construction to Begin in June 2026 9 days
Mongolia, IAEA Strengthen Cooperation on Peaceful Use of Nuclear Energy 9 days
Mongolia, Slovenia Affirm Commitment to Advance Joint Initiatives 9 days
Mongolian Judokas Cap 2025 with 39 Medals, Featuring 10 Gold 9 days
'Moon Dance' Wins Bronze at World Championship Formation Standard 2025 10 days
Ulaanbaatar Expands Private-Sector Cooperation as Major Projects Advance 10 days
Mongolia, UNIDO Establish Country Programme Document 10 days
Mongolia Expresses Committed Support for OSCE Values, Principles 10 days
OSCE Welcomes Mongolia’s Progress on Press Freedom 10 days
PM Reviews Preparations for UNCCD COP17 10 days
'Khuree Tsam-108' Exhibition Opened in Mexico 10 days
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