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2021-09-20 16:09:15
E.Sodnompiljee becomes Paralympic Champion in powerlifting
Today, on August 30, State Honored Athlete E.Sodnompiljee successfully lifted 245 kg in the men’s -107 kg weight class at the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games, setting a new Paralympic Record.
21 days
Coal trucks begin to transport freight from Erlian border checkpoint
The working group appointed by the Government has now been working at Zamiin-Uud for over a month. While 100 transport vehicles used to enter through the border during the time the working group began to be established, the number of vehicles has increased to 170 as of today.
21 days
Two Mongolian judo athletes compete in Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games
On August 27, two Mongolian judo athletes stepped onto the mat at the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games. 
22 days
Mongolia receives 11th batch of Pfizer/BioNTech vaccines
On August 25, Mongolia received 113,490 doses of Pfizer/BioNTech (BNT162) vaccines in the framework of the ‘COVID-19 pandemic and Public Health Emergency Capacity Building Project’. 
24 days
New facility put into operation at Central Storage for Vaccine and Biopreparations
On August 26, Prime Minister L.Oyun-Erdene, Deputy Prime Minister S.Amarsaikhan, and Minister of Health S.Enkhbold became acquainted with the operations of the National Center for Communicable Diseases.
24 days
Frontline workers being vaccinated with third dose of AstraZeneca vaccine
Per the order of the Minister of Health, frontline workers have recently begun to be vaccinated with the third dose of the AstraZeneca vaccine.
25 days
Discussion takes place on implementation of Mongolia-U.S. Transparency Agreement
On August 25, Speaker G.Zandanshatar received representatives led by Deputy Chief of Mission of the U.S. Embassy in Mongolia Gregory May. 
25 days
Two small quakes recorded in Umnugobi aimag
On August 25, two small earthquakes were reported in Umnugobi aimag. The first quake, which struck at 6.11 pm, was measured with a 3.6 magnitude.
25 days
Works underway to open a school with Russian language curriculum in Songinokhairkhan district
On August 24, Minister of Foreign Affairs B.Battsetseg, Governor of the Capital City and Mayor of Ulaanbaatar city D.Sumiyabazar, MP B.Jargalmaa, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Russian Federation to Mongolia I.K.Azizov, and Governor of Songinokhairkhan district N.Altanshagai worked in the capital city district.
26 days
Orange Level of regulations extended until end of year
At today’s Cabinet meeting, the current nationwide regime of heightened state of readiness - the Orange Level of regulations has been extended until December 31. 
26 days
Prime Minister L.Oyun-Erdene: We aim to develop Khushig Valley to the level of Ulaanbaatar
On August 24, Prime Minister L.Oyun-Erdene held a meeting with citizens of Tuv aimag. During the meeting, the Prime Minister introduced the current works and measures being implemented by the Government of Mongolia.
27 days
37 international flights scheduled for October
“In the month of October, 37 international flights are planned to be conducted. However, the flight times of some flights may change due to works carried out in accordance with infection prevention guidelines,” reported the MCAA.
27 days
Stock Exchange weekly review /Aug 16-20/
During the week of August 16, 2021 to August 20, 2021, MNT 54,895,477,644.16 worth of securities were traded through 5 trading sessions on the MSE.
28 days
Prime Minister L.Oyun-Erdene: It is important for all sides involved to put in effort into resuming in-person classes
On August 19, Prime Minister L.Oyun-Erdene became acquainted with how the General Entrance Exams are being organized at schools. With the first exam taking place for the subject of Mongolian History, the exams are planned to be organized until August 22.
31 days
Unified policy to be implemented for free economic zones and establishment of satellite cities
On August 18, Speaker G.Zandanshatar held a meeting with members of the temporary committee on Ulaanbaatar city development policy and capital city authorities.
32 days
Environment Minister works at aimags affected by desertification
As of currently, 76.9 percent of the total territory of Mongolia has been affected by desertification in varying degrees. In eight aimags, in particular, it has become a pressing issue.
33 days
Government of Mongolia in 200 days: Prime Minister L.Oyun-Erdene’s first official visit
The Prime Minister went on an official visit to Japan on July 21-25. This was his first official visit to a foreign country as the Prime Minister of Mongolia.
34 days
Government of Mongolia in 200 days: Digital governance to tackle bribery and bureaucracy
As of currently, Mongolia ranks 111th for its Corruption Perception Index in 2020, with overall 35 points out of 100.
34 days
Libraries and cinemas to be permitted to resume operations in capital city
On August 16, Head of the Operative Team at the Emergency Commission of the Capital City R.Chingis reported that ‘Responsibility Agreements’ have been signed with libraries and cinemas, ensuring preparations for the resumption of operations.
34 days
Stock Exchange weekly review /Aug 9-13/
During the week of August 9, 2021 to August 13, 2021, MNT 1,935,063,287.3 worth of securities were traded through 5 trading sessions on the MSE.
35 days
COVID-19: 2,851 new cases, 11 deaths reported 2 hours
Prime Minister L.Oyun-Erdene: The government will continue to keep its policy on health protection and economic recovery 2 hours
Ambassador to Italy meets Undersecretary for Foreign Affairs of Italy 5 hours
American Corner opens in Darkhan 5 hours
Uvs Lake Depression becomes Transboundary Biosphere Reserve 7 hours
COVID-19: 2,777 new cases, 12 deaths reported 1 day
2,893 new cases of COVID-19 reported 2 days
Central bank decides to maintain policy rate at 6 percent 3 days
COVID-19: 2,796 new cases, nine deaths reported 3 days
EBRD and EU support better waste management in Ulaanbaatar 3 days
President holds online meeting with UNICEF Executive Director 3 days
President U.Khurelsukh to take part in the 76th session of the UN General Assembly 3 days
Diagnostic equipment presented to general hospital of Khentii aimag 3 days
Attention to be paid on accelerating flow of goods through Mongolia-China border checkpoints 3 days
Joint meeting held between authorities of Agriculture and Foreign Ministries 3 days
Cultural events to be organized in Havana 3 days
Special machines 2021 Exhibition to be held in Ulaanbaatar 4 days
Public universities and colleges to be developed as academic-research-industrial complexes 4 days
Working group set up to protect foreign investors’ interests 4 days
COVID-19: 3,234 new cases, eight deaths reported 4 days
Ambassador Ts.Jambaldorj meets Vice President of the Chamber of Deputies of the Italian Parliament 4 days
Book Festival to take place at Sukhbaatar Square this week 4 days
Speaker participates in virtual meeting on International Day of Democracy 4 days
Minister of Defense receives Ambassador of Canada 4 days
Deputy PM works at Altanbulag free trade zone 4 days
Translator D.Boldbaatar awarded ‘Special Book Award of China’ 4 days
Military Unit No. 015 named after Colonel O.Serdar 4 days
Cabinet meeting in brief 4 days
Art exhibition being organized in Gaziantep 5 days
Administration of third dose to be accelerated 5 days
President grants credentials to newly appointed ambassadors 5 days
French senators visit National Cancer Center of Mongolia 5 days
Speaker meets French senators 5 days
Request put forth to increase number of graduate students to be involved in French scholarship program 5 days
‘Night Museum’ event to be held on September 15-16 5 days
ADB to continue supporting sustainable tourism in eastern Mongolia 5 days
Deputy Foreign Minister meets UK Prime Minister’s Trade Envoy to Mongolia 5 days
New wastewater treatment plant opens in Khentii 5 days
PM L.Oyun-Erdene: Attention will be paid on providing job opportunities for youth 5 days
Mongolia-China border checkpoints to operate as normally during holidays 5 days
2,737 new cases of COVID-19 reported 5 days
Cooperation to be expanded in preserving nomadic culture 5 days
Central bank organizes first consultation meeting on the draft of the Monetary Policy Guidelines for 2022 5 days
Mongolian ger set up in front of Hôtel de Ville, Paris 6 days
Ambassador to Turkey holds farewell meeting with Turkish Foreign Minister 6 days
Chair of Mongolia-Canada Parliamentary Group meets ministers of the government of Saskatchewan 6 days
Celebration of 50th anniversary of Mongolia-Japan relations discussed 6 days
Mongolia expresses interest in intensifying cooperation in education sector 6 days
Views exchanged on increasing women’s participation at decision-making level 6 days
Willingness expressed to upgrade Mongolia-France relations to ‘comprehensive partnership’ 6 days
Third regional conference held under the 30th anniversary commemoration of the ADB–Mongolia partnership 6 days
2,939 new cases of COVID-19 reported in Mongolia 6 days
Transport Minister meets JICA Chief Representative 6 days
AmCham Mongolia applauds short-term solutions to traffic congestion in Ulaanbaatar city 6 days
Scholarship program discussed with Director of FAV Service gGmbH 6 days
United States Provides Additional USD 3.7 million for Urgent COVID-19 Assistance in Mongolia 6 days
Prime Minister presents new revival policy of economy during the pandemic 7 days
Consultation meeting on “Intensifying economic recovery amid pandemic” starts 7 days
Chinese Ambassador expresses support for works to bring cross-border transport and logistics to a new level 7 days
Ts.Enkh-Amgalan: We have received an order for a thousand soccer balls made of yak leather certified by ‘Responsible Nomads’ standard from Switzerland 7 days
COVID-19: 2,351 new cases, 10 deaths reported 7 days
Citizens aged over 18 begin to be vaccinated with third dose of vaccine 7 days
Stock Exchange weekly review /Sep 6-10/ 7 days
President of Mongolia receives executives of Council of Mongolians Abroad 7 days
MP, Chair of Mongolia-Canada Parliamentary Group visiting Canada 7 days
Mongolia, ROK agree to upgrade relations to strategic partnership 7 days
Mayor of Ulaanbaatar meets EBRD head in Mongolia 8 days
COVID-19: 2,771 new cases, 15 deaths reported 8 days
Mongolian TVET sector professionals attend virtual international conference 9 days
COVID-19: 3,240 new cases, 14 deaths reported 9 days
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