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2025-12-17 06:30:45
Parliament approves bill on income tax
During its regular plenary meeting on February 2, the Parliament approved the amendments to the Law on Personal Income Tax with 65.9 percent vote.
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Fitch expects to rate MAK, proposed bonds 'CCC+(EXP)'
Fitch Ratings expects to assign Mongolia-based coal mining company Mongolyn Alt (MAK) LLC a Long-Term Issuer Default Rating (IDR) of 'CCC+(EXP)'. Fitch has also assigned the company's proposed US dollar senior unsecured notes an expected rating of 'CCC+(EXP)' with a Recovery Rating of 'RR4'.
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Mongolia-China humanitarian exchange council holds first meeting
On January 25, Mongolia and China exchanged views on bilateral cooperation in the humanitarian sector during the First Meeting of the Mongolia-China Joint Council on Humanitarian Exchange held in Beijing, China.  The two countries agreed to establish a Joint Council during the visit of Mongolia’s Prime Minister in 2017 with an aim to elevate Mongolia-China cooperation and friendly relations to a new level in education, culture, science, the youth exchange, health, sports, media, television and cinema, tourism, labor and social protection. As Head of the Mongolian part in the Joint Council, State Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs D.Davaasuren co-chaired the meeting with Kong Xuanyou, Assistant Foreign Minister of China.  During the First Meeting, bilateral delegations discussed the Council’s activities and plans for 2018, the implementation of which will be addressed at the next meeting to be held in Ulaanbaatar.
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Mongolian Archaeology – 2017 being held
Mongolian archaeologists are reviewing their findings and achievements of 2017 at an annual conference titled ‘Mongolian Archaeology’ on February 1-2.
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Best herders and agricultural workers named
The list of best herders and agricultural workers was finalized by the Cabinet on January 31.
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Industrialization 21:100 program adopted
The Cabinet on Wednesday adopted a program named ‘Industrialization 21:100’ along with the locations and types of factories to be established within the program.
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VAT refunds worth MNT 78 billion to be distributed
The Cabinet resolved to begin the transaction of Value-added Tax (VAT) refunds into the citizens’ bank accounts on January 31.
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Speaker M.Enkhbold visits Tsagaan Sar expo
Parliament Speaker M.Enkhbold  visited a Tsagaan Sar expo being held at the Independence Square on Wednesday.
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Judoka D.Sumiya: I aim to defend my title
Judoka D.Sumiya, Hero of Labor and Rio Olympic silver medalist, was recently interviewed by the International Judo Federation. The 27-year-old Mongolian judoka continues to lead the world ranking in women’s -57 kg category.
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Road and Transport Minister visiting China
Minister of Road and Transport J.Bat-Erdene is paying an official visit to the People’s Republic of China at the invitation of his Chinese counterpart Li Xiaopeng.
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69th Republic Day of India celebrated in Mongolia
“Close bonds of history, culture and civilization provide the people of India and Mongolia an opportunity to march together towards mutually beneficial cooperation, sustainable development and prosperity,” remarked Dr. Suresh Babu, Ambassador of India to Mongolia on January 29.
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National working group on trilateral economic corridor meets
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs plans to organize the regular trilateral meeting on the Mongolia-Russia-China Economic Corridor Program within the first quarter of 2018 in Ulaanbaatar.
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MPs discuss introduction of German mining technology
Parliamentary representatives of Mongolia and Germany agreed to introduce the latter’s mining experience and technology to Mongolia.
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Infrastructure works worth MNT 400 billion in store for Ulaanbaatar
Ulaanbaatar Mayor’s Office and the Ulaanbaatar Chamber of Commerce are organizing the 4th Ulaanbaatar Investment business meeting today in the State House.
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Government to prioritize food and agricultural sectors
Prime Minister U.Khurelsukh emphasized the vital role of private sector in further recovering Mongolian economy during his speech at a Business Breakfast meeting last week.  
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January 29 events
The following events are expected on January 29.
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President visits herding household in Dornogobi
During his working trip to Dornogobi aimag, President Kh.Battulga visited a herding household to oversee wintering progress.
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Mongolia wins gold in International Snow Sculpture Championships
Mongolian artists won a gold medal at the International Snow Sculpture Championships being held in Denver, the United States on January 22-29.
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UK Trade Envoy to Mongolia appointed
The United Kingdom Prime Minister Theresa May has appointed a Trade Envoy to Mongolia.
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Parliament ratifies EUR 5 million loan agreement
Parliament ratified a Mongolia-Germany loan agreement on January 26, which will fund the completion of the New Turbine for Darkhan Thermal Power Plant project, being implemented within the Energy Efficiency -I Program.  
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Exploring the 'Zuuvch-Ovoo' Uranium Project and Its Future Outlook 14 hours
Boy Playfully Herds Yak Calf with His Own Programmed Drone 14 hours
Over 200,000 Tonnes of Fuel to Be Imported This Month 16 hours
Government to Submit Draft Resolution on Privatization and Public Offering of State Assets 16 hours
Rare Metals Research Center Opened in Mongolia 16 hours
Net Domestic Assets Increase by MNT 5.7 Trillion 21 hours
Four Japanese Judo Coaches to Work in Mongolia 21 hours
Over 8,000 Livestock Relocated from Ulaanbaatar’s Restricted Zone 21 hours
Parliament Examines Oyu Tolgoi Agreements, Benefits in Multi-Day Evidence Hearing 21 hours
‘Food Revolution’ Boosts Production, Jobs, and Exports 21 hours
Three Schools and Five Kindergartens to Be Built in Selbe 20-Minute City 1 day
Moon Dance Team Wins Another Bronze Medal at World Championships 1 day
Greater Tumen Initiative Tourism Board Meeting Held in Mongolia 1 day
This Week in Mongolia 1 day
Government Task Force to Enter Talks with ‘Entrée Resources’ 1 day
New Apartment Prices Rise 11 Percent 1 day
First Residents Move into New Homes Following Redevelopment of the 100 Ail Public Housing Project 3 days
Outstanding Young Scientists and Doctors Receive Presidential Awards 3 days
Mongolia Outlines Priorities at IOM Council’s 116th Session 5 days
Ulaanbaatar Seeks Public Input on Even-Odd Traffic Restrictions 5 days
“Burte Chono 2025” Honors Mongolia’s Top Athletes 5 days
Parliament Finalizes Resolution to Zero Import Duties on Fodder and Flour 5 days
Mongolia, Lithuania Hold Political Consultations in Ulaanbaatar 5 days
Mongolia Urges Global Action to Treat Wastewater as a Resource 5 days
Mongolian Boxers Win Four Medals at World Cup of Petroleum Countries 6 days
Advanced Technology Reveals 3,000-Year-Old Rock Art Now on Display 6 days
Fifth International Conference on Mongolian Studies Held in Poland 6 days
Bank of Mongolia Releases 'Tugrug-100 Years' Commemorative Stamp Released 6 days
Children’s Consultative Polyclinic to Launch Surgical Services in 2026 6 days
Views Exchanged on Accelerating SDGs Implementation 6 days
Mongolian Student Wins World Drone-Coding Championship at Enjoy AI 2025 6 days
Coal Exports Reach 79 Million Tonnes as Exchange Trading Grows 6 days
Mongolian Powerlifter Becomes Asian Champion 6 days
Government Directs Public Institutions Not to Hold New Year or Anniversary Celebrations Using Budget Funds 7 days
Mongolia to Send Over 100 Athletes to Asian Beach Games 7 days
Gashuunsukhait Checkpoint to Handle More Coal Exports 7 days
Prime Minister Directs Officials to Intensify Anti-Corruption Drive 7 days
Speaker of Parliament Meets Ambassadors of Russia, China 7 days
France Returns Dinosaur Fossils to Mongolia Following Decade-Long Legal Process 7 days
UN Meeting Highlights Importance of Rangelands Ahead of Mongolia’s COP17 7 days
New Year Tree Lighting Ceremony at Sukhbaatar Square to Begin at 19:00 Today 7 days
PM Orders Priority Financing for Salaries, Pensions and Child Benefits 7 days
ADB Approves USD 60 Million for Ulaanbaatar’s First Bus Rapid Transit System 7 days
Mongolia Renews Call to Lower Shareholder Loan Interest for Oyu Tolgoi Project 7 days
Mongolia to Expand International Cooperation on Child Development and Protection 7 days
Winners of the 15th “Golden Pen” National Student Journalism Awards Announced 8 days
MONTSAME News Agency Begins Distributing News in Korean 8 days
‘Ulaanbaatar Metro’ Construction to Begin in June 2026 8 days
Mongolia, IAEA Strengthen Cooperation on Peaceful Use of Nuclear Energy 8 days
Mongolia, Slovenia Affirm Commitment to Advance Joint Initiatives 8 days
Mongolian Judokas Cap 2025 with 39 Medals, Featuring 10 Gold 8 days
'Moon Dance' Wins Bronze at World Championship Formation Standard 2025 9 days
Ulaanbaatar Expands Private-Sector Cooperation as Major Projects Advance 9 days
Mongolia, UNIDO Establish Country Programme Document 9 days
Mongolia Expresses Committed Support for OSCE Values, Principles 9 days
OSCE Welcomes Mongolia’s Progress on Press Freedom 9 days
PM Reviews Preparations for UNCCD COP17 9 days
'Khuree Tsam-108' Exhibition Opened in Mexico 9 days
Ambassador Choi Jin Won: 'We Will Support the Korean-Language Editorial Desk' 9 days
PCA to Cooperate on Training of Mongolian Lawyers in Specialized Legal Fields 9 days
Mongolia, Austria Pledge to Deepen Cooperation 9 days
This Week in Mongolia 9 days
Ulaanbaatar to Clear Around 600 Land Plots in Dambadarjaa in 2026 9 days
Mongolia, OSCE to Expand Cooperation on Inclusion of National Minorities 9 days
Ulaanbaatar City Council Approves 2026 Budget 9 days
President Khurelsukh Congratulates MMA Fighter Enkh-Orgil on His Win 10 days
Enkh-Orgil Becomes ONE Championship World Champion 10 days
Two Mongolian Localities Join UNESCO Global Network of Learning Cities 12 days
Disinfection Begins at 182 Schools in Ulaanbaatar 12 days
Cultural and Diplomatic Events Highlight 50 Years of Mongolia–Mexico Relations 12 days
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