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2025-07-16 06:24:02
Over fifty percent of total territory covered by snow
According to the National Agency for Meteorology and Environmental Monitoring, over 50 percent the country’s territory has been blanketed with snow as of November 20.
1694 days
Online meeting held with experts
 A council of experts under the State Emergency Commission (SEC) was set up to develop scientifically and evidence-based recommendations for the response measures, policies and decisions being made by the SEC during the COVID-19 pandemic.
1694 days
XacBank Mongolia selects Infosys Finacle to power its digital transformation
XacBank, a leading universal bank in Mongolia, and Infosys Finacle, part of EdgeVerve Systems, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Infosys (NYSE: INFY), on November 24 announced the selection of Finacle’s core banking, treasury, and corporate banking solution suites to power XacBank’s digital transformation.
1694 days
Meeting of Mongolia-EU subcommittee on trade and investment held
A meeting of the Mongolia-EU subcommittee on trade and investment under the Mongolia-EU Joint Committee was held virtually on November 23.
1695 days
Extension of lockdown to be decided this week
During the press briefing on the decisions made by irregular Cabinet Meeting, Deputy Prime Minister Ya. Sodbaatar answered the reporter’s question yesterday.
1695 days
COVID-19: 32 new cases detected
 A total of 4335 tests have been done nationwide since yesterday and as a result, 32 cases of COVID-19 were confirmed; 3 in Ulaanbaatar, 26 in Selenge and 3 in Gobisumber.
1695 days
Day of Proclamation falls on Thursday
In accordance with the law on National Public Holidays, Mongolia will observe a public holiday—Proclamation Day on Thursday, November 26.
1695 days
Ya. Sodbaatar: There are 27,169 stranded rural citizens in the capital
Corresponding cabinet members and officials introduced the Cabinet's decisions made at its irregular meeting today.   
1695 days
Online and TV classes to be continued from December 1
The Cabinet held its irregular meeting today, November 23.
1696 days
B. Budjargal wins ultra-long distance race
The 2020 Icarus Florida UltraFest was organized in Florida, the U.S., on November 16-22, in which Mongolia’s runner B. Budjargal participated in the 144 Hour race and won first place with a performance of 787 km.  
1696 days
President Battulga sends letter to his German counterpart Frank-Walter Steinmeier
President of Mongolia Khaltmaagiin Battulga wrote a letter to President of the Federal Republic of Germany Frank-Walter Steinmeier in sought for support for COVID-19 vaccine procurement.
1699 days
Foreign Minister holds phone call with Spanish counterpart
On November 19, Minister of Foreign Affairs N.Enkhtaivan had a phone conversation with Arancha Gonzalez, Minister of Foreign Affairs, EU and Cooperation of Spain, discussing some issues regarding bilateral and multilateral cooperation and response to COVID-19 pandemic.
1699 days
COVID-19: Local transmission cases reach 120, total 555
Today, Mongolia has reported 37 new cases of COVID-19 after testing 3625 samples at laboratories nationwide since 5 pm yesterday, November 19.
1699 days
ADB allocates $20 million to help developing members access vaccines for COVID-19
On November 17, the Asian Development Bank (ADB) has allocated $20.3 million in technical assistance to help its developing members access vaccines for the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) and establish systems to enable equitable and efficient vaccine distribution.
1701 days
Carried passengers by air transport decreased by 69.4 percent from previous year
RAIL TRANSPORT: In the first 10 months of 2020, 24.9 million tonnes of freight were carried by railway transport.
1701 days
Non-performing loans in banking system amounted to MNT 2.0 trillion
At the end of October 2020, the total amount of outstanding loans to entities and individuals amounted to MNT 17.2 trillion, decreased by MNT 139.1 billion (0.8%) from the previous month, and by MNT 993.4 billion (5.5%) from the same period of the previous year. 
1701 days
National currency in circulation increased by 9.8 percent from previous year
The money supply (M2) reached MNT 22.5 trillion at the end of October 2020, increased by MNT 2.0 trillion (9.8%) compared with the same period of the previous year.
1701 days
Number of securities traded at national stock market decreased by 58.5 percent in October
In the first ten months of 2020, securities worth of MNT 37.7 billion were traded at the national stock market, showing a decrease of MNT 99.0 billion (72.4%) compared to the same period of the previous year.
1701 days
COVID-19: Local transmission cases reach 20
At 6pm, the Ministry of Health introduced the latest update on the COVID-19 tests in the country.
1701 days
One COVID-19 case reported in Darkhan-Uul aimag
The State Emergency Commission reported press today that one new COVID-19 case was confirmed in Darkhan-Uul aimag; thus, it has decided to increase police and law enforcement agencies' capacity in the northern aimags of Mongolia.  
1702 days
World Leaders Congratulate President of Mongolia on National Naadam Festival 16 hours
First Naadam Festival of the World Mongols Held in Brussels 1 day
Chuluun Sampildondov: The Mongolian Horse Has Long Been a Powerful Symbol of Diplomatic Tradition 1 day
New Champions Crowned as Mongolia Celebrates National Naadam with Pride 3 days
State Visit to Mongolia by Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Concludes 3 days
President of Mongolia and the Emperor of Japan Attend Soyolon Race at Khui Doloon Khudag 3 days
Chestnut Horse Trained by D. Munkhbat Wins National Naadam Soyolon Race 3 days
Tourists: The Music, Dance, and Horse Parade of Naadam Opening Ceremony Deeply Moving 4 days
Lunar-Spotted Bay Horse Trained by G. Buyantogtokh Wins National Naadam's Daaga Race 4 days
Chestnut Horse Trained by M. Tserenjav Wins National Naadam’s Ikh Nas Race 4 days
Over 800 Police Officers Deployed at Central Stadium During Naadam 4 days
Jochen Krueger: "The horseback part of the Naadam opening ceremony was my favorite" 4 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Attend Opening Ceremony of National Naadam Festival 5 days
National Naadam Commences with Grand Opening Ceremony 5 days
World Horse Day Celebrated for the First Time 5 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Visit Mongol–Japan Hospital 5 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and the Empress of Japan Visit Gandantegchenling Monastery 5 days
State Flag Day Observed with Military Parade 6 days
102 Wrestlers Holding National Titles to Compete in National Naadam Wrestling Tournament 6 days
Bay Horse Trained by B. Gantig Wins National Naadam’s Khyazaalan Race 6 days
Mongolia to Cooperate with The Asia Group to Improve Investment Climate 6 days
Ulaanbaatar Mayor Signs Memorandum of Understanding with UK Export Finance Agency to Boost Metro Project 6 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Visit General Education School in Ulaanbaatar 7 days
Prime Minister of Mongolia Holds Virtual Meeting with Local Governors 7 days
General Police Department: Facilities Ready to Assist Lost Children During Naadam Celebrations 7 days
His Majesty the Emperor of Japan Visits Mongol Koosen Technology College 7 days
Mongolia and France Sign Memorandum to Expand Civil Aviation Cooperation 7 days
Mongolia Economic Forum 2025: Government Commits to Investor-Friendly Policies and Economic Diversification 7 days
Feasibility Study for Ulaanbaatar Tram Project Approved 7 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Visit Memorial Complex for Japanese Nationals 7 days
Government to Gather Public Input on Certain Actions to Be Implemented Within 100 Days 8 days
Mongolia and China Agree to Expand Cooperation in Animal and Plant Quarantine 8 days
Over 7,000 Participants Showcase National Dress at 19th “Deeltei Mongol” Festival 8 days
President of Mongolia and First Lady Hold Official Meeting with Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan 8 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Officially Welcomed 8 days
Exhibition of Mongol Chest Features 19th–20th Century Traditional Mongolian Chests 8 days
Buryat State University Launches Center for Mongolian Language and Culture 8 days
His Majesty the Emperor of Japan Visits the Water Supply and Sewerage Authority 9 days
European Bank for Reconstruction and Development to Increase Investments 9 days
Two Mongolian Boxers Win Medals at World Cup 9 days
Mongolia Hosts Asia-Pacific Air Transport Facilitation Forum 9 days
His Majesty the Emperor of Japan Introduced to Gachuurt Water Source Project 9 days
Uchral Nyam-Osor: Economic Immunity Must Be Outcome of Long-Term Intelligent Policy 9 days
His Majesty Emperor Naruhito of Japan Visits Chinggis Khaan National Museum 9 days
Mongolia Transports Coal to China by Rail and Road until Cross-Border Railway Completion 9 days
MiningWeek & MinePro 2025: “Mining Momentum in Mongolia: Driving Progress and Responsibility” 9 days
This Week in Mongolia 9 days
His Majesty Emperor Naruhito and Her Majesty Empress Masako of Japan Arrive in Mongolia on a State Visit 10 days
Masterworks of Modern Mongolian Craftsmen Exhibited at the Chinggis Khaan National Museum 12 days
Launch Event of the SOAP II Project in Darkhan-Uul Aimag 12 days
NEMA Reports Rising Risk of Floods and Wildfires Across Mongolia 12 days
Mongolian Participants Depart for 57th International Chemistry Olympiad in United Arab Emirates 12 days
National Forum of Civil Servants Emphasizes Reforms for Effective Public Service 12 days
“Open Parliament: Expert” Senior Experience Sharing Program to Be Implemented 12 days
Mongolia to Cooperate with South Korea in Developing Specialized Social Protection Services 12 days
Mongolia’s “TOP-100” Businesses of 2024 Recognized 12 days
Mongolia Records 24 Moderate Earthquakes in First Half of 2025 12 days
Discussion Held on Improving Cooperation with Neighboring Countries in the Transport Sector 13 days
U. Tuya: Human Rights Education to Be Delivered at All Levels from Preschool to Higher Education 13 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" 13 days
Nine State-Owned Energy Companies in Western Region Consolidated into Four 13 days
Functional Overlaps of Government Organizations to Be Eliminated 13 days
Mongolian Women’s Basketball Team Achieves Historic Silver Medal 13 days
The Bank of Mongolia Purchases 5.9 Tons of Precious Metals in First Half of 2025 13 days
International Standards for Biodiversity Conservation to Be Localized in Mongolia 13 days
Japan-Mongolia Sasakawa Scholarship Program to Be Implemented for 12 Years 13 days
89th “Mongolian Athletes’ Day” Celebrated 14 days
“Chinggis Khaan” International Airport Became One of the World’s Ten Most Improved Airports 14 days
Mongolian National Team Playmaker Nandinkhusel Joins Florida’s “Panthers” 14 days
Women’s 3x3 Basketball Team Members Awarded Honored Athlete Titles 14 days
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