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2025-09-18 13:45:54
Government of Mongolia to raise counterclaim regarding Oyu Tolgoi tax dispute
The cabinet yesterday, April 21, 2021 convened for a weekly regular session. 
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President presents ordinance on disbanding Mongolian People’s Party
President of Mongolia Khaltmaagiin Battulga informed the public on April 19 that he issued an ordinance on disbanding the Mongolian People’s Party, the ruling power. The ordinance has been forwarded to the State Supreme Court.
1612 days
Ambassador to France meets researcher of Mongolian studies
The Ambassador of Mongolia to the French Republic, H.E. Mr. A.Battur received Mr. Antoine Maire, an associate researcher at the French Foundation for Strategic Research, to discuss Mongolian-French cooperation and current news of Mongolia.
1612 days
Standing committee on economic affairs reviewed 2020 activities of FRC
The Financial Regulatory Commission (FRC) is required to report annually to Parliament's Standing Committee on Economic Affairs. The Commission’s annual report for 2020 was discussed and summed up at the latest meeting of the parliamentary standing Committee on economic affairs.
1612 days
New platform helps Mongolian youth find opportunities for volunteering
 Mongolia is a country of young people. Young people aged 15-34 comprise Mongolia’s largest demographic and more than one-third of the population. Under the financial support of the European Union and the Canada fund, Caritas Czech Republic has been working on youth development and empowerment in Mongolia. Within the framework of the “All for YOUth, YOUth for all” project, http://ivolunteer.mn/ platform has just been revived and relaunched in order to enhance volunteerism among young people. 
1613 days
Mongolia starts using COVID-19 exposure notification - iOS, Android tracking feature
The State Emergency Commission of Mongolia launched the ‘COVID-19 Ersdel’ system, on April 19, Monday. 
1613 days
Weekly review of Parliament plenary sessions for April 12-16
Working groups responsible for preparing draft legislations for discussion at the affiliated Standing Committees held virtual meetings on April 13, 2021. Working groups discussed the draft laws on amendments to the Law on Trademarks and Geographical Indications, on Copyrights, and the revised draft on Patent.
1613 days
Mongolia sees single-day spike of 889 coronavrius cases, death toll reaches 49
Today’s daily COVID-19 press briefing by the Ministry of Health reported that 889 new coronavirus cases were detected in the past 24 hours after a total of 12,384 tests were carried out at 23 PCR laboratories nationwide. 
1613 days
First meeting of Coordination committee of EU ‘Budget Support for employment reform in Mongolia’
In the framework of the Financing Agreement signed by The Government of Mongolia with the European Union on the “Budget Support Employment reform in Mongolia, the first Coordination Committee meeting has been organized by the Ministry of Finance and Ministry of Labour and Social Protection for an online meeting.
1613 days
Banks start issuing cashmere loans totaling MNT 200 billion
Beginning from April 15, the government is providing loans to support cashmere production industry as part of its MNT 10 trillion economic recovery, health protection plan. 
1616 days
Additional seismic stations to be installed
On April 15, Deputy Prime Minister of Mongolia S.Amarsaikhan worked at the Institute of Astronomy and Geophysics and gave an order to conduct studies in establishing new seismic stations designed for earthquake prediction and public warning in connection with the increasing earthquake activity in Mongolia. 
1616 days
Discussion on ‘Constitutional amendment and Mongolia’s Development Model’ held
At the initiative of the Chairman of the State Great Hural, Mr.G.Zandanshatar, an online deliberative discussion on “Constitution Amendment Mongolia's Development Model” was held on April 14, 2021. 
1616 days
EU, GIZ and FAO sign agreement to implement agriculture, forestry project in Mongolia
On 15 April 2021, the European Union Ambassador to Mongolia Traian Hristea, the Country Director of the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH Daniel Passon, the Representative of the Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations (FAO) in Mongolia Vinod Ahuja, and GIZ Project Manager Dr. Michael Trockenbrodt signed a Multi-Partner Contribution Agreement to implement a new cooperation project.
1616 days
Mongolia reports record 1,107 coronavirus cases, 6 deaths in single day
Today’s daily COVID-19 press briefing by the Ministry of Health reported that 1,107 new coronavirus cases were detected in the past 24 hours nationwide. 
1616 days
Ancient Deel garments dating back to the Mongol Empire
There are more than 10 tombs southwest of a high granite mountain in a place called Bukhiin Khoshuu in Delgerkhaan soum of Khentii aimag. While unearthing and researching the tomb discoveries in 2003, archaeologists of the Mongolian National Museum found three pieces of silk Deel garment and gold-covered buckle and other items. 
1617 days
Accessory-tool set of Buryat wives
Accessories and ornaments worn by a Mongolian woman is generally categorized into of Khalkh, Oirat, and eastern Mongol women. Wives of Khalkha, Dariganga and Barga origin often used headband and head accessories while Oirat women used to wrap their pigtails in a hair holder case and wear earrings, called ‘siik’ at that time. 
1617 days
742 new coronavirus cases reported, total stands at 18,565
Today’s daily COVID-19 press briefing by the Ministry of Health reported that 742 new coronavirus cases were detected in the past 24 hours nationwide after PCR tests were carried out on a total of 10,666 people. 
1617 days
FRC warns not to receive electronic payment, remittance services from non-licensed entities
The Asia/Pacific Group on Money Laundering is a FATF-style regional inter-governmental body, and Mongolia, as a member, is committed to implement international standards against money laundering, and the financing of terrorism.
1618 days
First stage trading of Erdenes Tavantolgoi bond successfully completed
For the first time in Mongolia, Erdenes Tavantolgoi JSC has announced the issuance of ‘ETT Bond’ with a total value of up to MNT 2 trillion in three stages as part of the ‘MNT 10 trillion Comprehensive Plan for Economic Recovery’ under implementation by the Government of Mongolia.
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U.S. Government initiates $450,000 program for health workers to support Mongolia’s effort to combat COVID-19
On April 14, The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Senior Development Advisor Gary Robbins announced the launch of a $450,000 (Tugrik 1.3 billion) USAID program to support the Government of Mongolia’s COVID-19 response.  
1619 days
Women Political Leaders Expand Cooperation 36 minutes
Former Parliamentary Leaders Meet at Khuraldai Advisory Chamber 4 hours
Buuruljuut Power Plant’s Second Unit Set for December 2025 Commissioning 4 hours
Wreaths Laid at the Monument to Marshal Tsedenbal Yumjaa 4 hours
Consumer Prices in Mongolia Rise 8.8 Percent in August 20 hours
Bronze Trophy Named after Yuri Nikulin Awarded to Mongolian Contortionists in Moscow 20 hours
'Origin': A Photographer’s Tribute to Endangered Languages 21 hours
Inner Mongolian Cultural Days Commence 21 hours
Harvest Progress Update: Increases in Hay and Vegetable Yields, Drop in Potato Production 22 hours
Mongolia and Saudi Arabia Establish Framework for Direct Flights 22 hours
Foreign Trade of Mongolia Totals USD 16.6 Billion in First Eight Months of 2025 23 hours
Virtual Zone Established to Support Information Technology Production 24 hours
Employees of ‘Thermal Power Plant No. 4’ JSC Donate Blood to Save 240 Lives 1 day
Chinese Media Delegation Visits MONTSAME News Agency 1 day
Wetland Restoration Efforts Ongoing at Ganga Lake in Eastern Mongolia 1 day
Priceless Artifacts Once Used by the Queen Consort Exhibited 1 day
Monetary Policy Rate Maintained 1 day
Construction Starts on New Phase of Selbe 20-Minute City Development 1 day
World Ozone Day 2025 Celebrates 40 Years of Global Action 1 day
'The MongolZ' Rises to the Top of the World Rankings 1 day
DeMarcus Cousins to Play Again in the Mongolian League 1 day
UNICEF Fundraising Gala Advances Newborn Screening in Mongolia 2 days
Eleven Irrigation Systems Rehabilitated and Upgraded 2 days
Ancient Tibetan Manuscripts Digitized at the National Library of Mongolia 2 days
Parliament Reviews Audit Report on 2026 Budget Draft 2 days
Shen Minjuan: SCO Summit Held at Widest Scale to Date 2 days
2025 Autumn Session of the State Great Khural Commences with Structural Reforms 3 days
Gobi Bear Tagged with Satellite Tracking Collar 3 days
Tulga Claims Second World Championship Medal with Silver in Men’s Freestyle Wrestling 3 days
Mongolian Sumo Wrestlers Win Four Medals at Sumo World Championships 2025 3 days
International Experts Assess Mongolia’s Veterinary Sector Performance 3 days
International Forum Aims to Contribute to Sustainable Economic Growth 3 days
Institute of Physical Education and Sports Science, Established in Mongolia 3 days
Emergency Weather Alerts to Be Delivered via E-Mongolia Notification System 3 days
Mongolia Surpasses 617,000 Tourist Arrivals by Mid-September 2025 3 days
This Week in Mongolia 3 days
Government’s www.D-GOV.mn Launched 3 days
Digital Bridge 2025 Tech Forum Set for October 2–4 in Astana 6 days
Global Experts Convene in Ulaanbaatar for 'Bone and Muscle Health 2025' 6 days
Mongolian Cadet Judokas Secure Two Bronze Medals at Asian Championships 6 days
Mongolia’s Largest Mining Event Highlights Investment and Responsible Mining 6 days
Asia-Pacific Broadcasters Convene in Mongolia to Safeguard National Heritage Through Media 6 days
World’s Oldest Protected Mountain, Bogd Khan, Honored in State Worship Ceremony 6 days
Kazakhstan’s Ministry of Digital Development Announces the First Holder of Digital Nomad Residency 6 days
Defense Sector to Enhance Exchange, Cooperation 6 days
Open-Air Sports Complex Commissioned in Tolgoit 6 days
Ulaanbaatar and Japan Strengthen Clean Energy Partnership 6 days
General Meeting of Asia Securities Forum Opens in Ulaanbaatar 7 days
Mongolia Reviews Achievements of SCALA Climate Initiative 7 days
Government to Develop Unified ‘E-Business’ Platform for Enterprises 7 days
Minister Battsetseg Meets Naoko Ito to Advance Mongolia-Japan Cultural Ties 7 days
‘Mongolia-Japan Ethics and Discipline’ Calligraphy Exhibition Opens 7 days
State Visit of Governor-General of Australia Samantha Mostyn Concludes 7 days
Women Leaders Drive Equality Dialogue in Mongolia 7 days
Government Reports Operational Improvements at Erdenes Tavantolgoi Under Special Regime 7 days
Mongolia Records USD 16.6 Billion in Trade 7 days
Mongolian Businesses Meet South Korean Construction and Food Industry Entrepreneurs 7 days
Bolor-Erdene Ranks 32nd in World Duathlon Rankings 8 days
Drug Enforcement Department to Operate as Independent Unit 8 days
Government Launches D-GOV.mn System to Incorporate Citizens’ Initiatives into Decisions 8 days
Mongolian School in Ottawa Opens New Academic Year 8 days
Ambassador of Mongolia to Argentina Presents Letter of Credentials 8 days
Mongolia Deploys 15th Battalion’s Second Contingent to UN Mission in South Sudan 8 days
Wreaths Laid at the Monument for the Victims of Political Repression 8 days
Procedure for Customs Inspection of Goods and Vehicles Revised 8 days
The MongolZ Rankings Rise to Second Worldwide 8 days
Gutain Davaa at Risk of Withering in the Shadows of Gold 8 days
Third Meeting of the 'Working Group on Crisis Management Audit' Held 8 days
Hall of Fame for Mongolian Tank Troops Opens 8 days
Global South Media Leaders Discuss AI, Peace, Information 9 days
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