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2025-07-24 03:23:53
Global response to COVID-19 must address rights and needs of women and girls
Dr Natalia Kanem, United Nations Under-Secretary-General and Executive Director of the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA)Mark Lowcock, United Nations Under-Secretary-General and Emergency Relief Coordinator, UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA). 
1899 days
Falling Walls Lab Mongolia to take place May 29 online
The Falling Walls Lab Mongolia, with an aim to foster scientific and entrepreneurial innovations, and to promote the exchange between outstanding emerging scholars and professionals from various fields of expertise, will take place on 29 May 2020 digitally via www.zoom.us online platform due to COVID-19 pandemic. 
1914 days
World Bank approves $53 million to improve heating services and support sustainable livelihoods in Mongolia
On April 24, The World Bank’s Board of Executive Directors approved US$53 million in financing for Ulaanbaatar Heating Sector Improvement Project and Additional Financing of the Third Sustainable Livelihoods Project.
1914 days
Prime Minister visits health facility and pharmaceutical company
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/. Soon after Mongolia enacted the heightened state of alert due to COVID-19 pandemic in February 2020, Prime Minister of Mongolia U.Khurelsukh has visited the State Central Military Hospital, State First Central Hospital and National Center of Communicable Diseases. 
1916 days
Traffic movement in and out of Ulaanbaatar, Selenge and Darkhan-Uul suspended until April 25
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/.  The State Emergency Commission convened a meeting on the evening of April 21, concerning the newest COVID-19 case in Mongolia, which was announced today to have detected in a driver of freight vehicle, who had traveled to Europe via Russia before arriving in Mongolia on April 18. 
1919 days
99.99 percent of all tax-paying entities exempt from social insurance contribution
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/. On April 17, Friday, the press office of the cabinet secretariat issued a press release on the government’s new regulations to implement the measures aimed at easing the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, in which instituted a six-month exemption of monthly social insurance contributions paid by employees and employers, who retain their employees on payrolls despite revenue drops. It was reported that the decision applies to around 45,000 entities. 
1920 days
45,300 entities to benefit from exemption of social insurance contributions
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/. With a view to prevent from the spread of COVID-19 pandemic, Mongolia has enacted a heightened state of alert from February 13 until April 30 and some partial lockdowns and temporary restrictions on operations of businesses have resulted in loss of household income as well as companies, especially, small and medium sized business in the field of service and manufacturing, to experience revenue decline, struggle to keep operating and lay off their workers. 
1923 days
President puts forward suggestions on bill on pandemic
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/. Last week, it was reported that a bill on pandemic is being developed in connection with the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The Office of President of Mongolia informed that President of Mongolia Kh.Battulga has submitted his suggestions for the bill, which is designed for dealing with social and economic relations amid the pandemic. 
1923 days
Ulaanbaatar takes back illegally acquired land for public use
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/. Upon a 2019 ordinance issued by Ulaanbaatar city Mayor S.Amarsaikhan, several lands obtained by Ulaanbaatar Construction and Ulaanbaatar Capital, subsidiaries of Ulaanbaatar City Bank through illegal transfer were taken to public property and being developed to convert them into public use. 
1924 days
One new COVID-19 case detected in Mongolian national arrived from Russia
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/. On April 16, today, D.Nyamkhuu, Director of National Center of Communicable Diseases (NCCD) announced one new confirmed case of COVID-19 in Mongolia, bringing the total number of coronavirus cases in the country to 31, at daily press briefing of the Ministry of Health.
1925 days
Mongolia joins in support of UN chief’s appeal on gender-based violence
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/. Mongolia has expressed its support for United Nations Secretary General António Guterres’s appeal, dated April 6, on Gender-Based Violence and COVID-19, calling for measures to address “a horrifying global surge in domestic violence” directed towards women and girls, linked to lockdowns imposed by governments responding to the COVID-19 pandemic. 
1926 days
SEC: MNT 150,000 fine for not wearing face masks
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/. At today’s press briefing by the State Emergency Commission, Colonel B.Uuganbayar, Deputy Chief of the National Emergency Management said that “Let’s wear face masks” public campaign is running across the nation to promote the use of protective face masks in prevention of the spread of the COVID-19 and residents could be considered to intentionally harm other people's health if caught not wearing face masks in public places and fined up to MNT 150,000 for under the Law on Infringement.  
1926 days
50 Mongolians to arrive from Inner Mongolia, China
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/. State Emergency Commission today decided to bring 50 Mongolian nationals aged between 18 and 45 currently in Inner Mongolia of China tomorrow, April 14 across Zamiin-Uud vehicle crossing checkpoint. 
1926 days
School closures extended until September 1
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/. The State Emergency Commission (SEC) today convened a meeting and decided to extend closures of all schools, universities and educational institutions until September 1. Therefore, all schools will remain closed for the rest of this academic year only to reopen on September 1, 2020 for the next school year. 
1926 days
Renowned Mongolian writer Lodongiin Tudev passes away
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/. A leading writer, journalist and prominent figure in the Mongolian society and politics Lodongiin Tudev has passed away due to serious illness at the age of 85. 
1926 days
Total COVID-19 cases in Mongolia jump to 30, with 5 recovered
At today’s 11 AM daily press briefing of the Ministry of Health, D.Nyamkhuu, Director of the National Center of Communicable Diseases (NCCD) confirmed newly detected 13 cases of COVID-19.  
1927 days
Project on increasing livestock sector competitiveness to be realized in 250 soums
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/. On April 10, Parliament discussed and backed a bill on ratifying a financing agreement between Mongolia and the International Development Association (IDA) for the Livestock Commercialization Project for Mongolia. The project will be implemented as a second phase of Mongolia Livestock and Agricultural Marketing Project. 
1927 days
Parliament ratifies USD 12 million financing from International Development Association
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/. On April 10, Parliament discussed and backed a bill on ratifying a financing agreement between Mongolia and International Development Association, submitted by the cabinet. 
1927 days
Speaker meets telecommunications companies
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/. On April 11, Parliament Speaker G.Zandanshatar, Minister of Education, Culture, Science and Sports Yo.Baatarbileg, Minister of Health D.Sarangerel held a meeting with representatives of the telecommunications sector of Mongolia, including CEO of Mobicom Corporation Tatsuya Hamada, G Mobile President G.Dahsnyam, Unitel Group CEO Ch.Enkhbat, Mongol Post JSC CEO B.Ankhbaatar and others. 
1927 days
Parliament Speaker introduces more economic relief measures amid COVID-19
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/. On April 9, the Parliament backed a resolution on a package of seven measures to protect the health and income of people, preserve employment and stimulate the economy during the Covid-19 pandemic. In addition to the approved measures, Parliament Speaker G.Zandanshatar announced another several measures aimed at ensuring financial and economic stability, preventing risks and making digital transition.
1927 days
Over 150 Companies Participate in Mongolia–Kyrgyzstan Business Forum 12 hours
“Beautiful Country of Mongolia” Photo Exhibition Opens in Bishkek 13 hours
Morin Khuur Exhibition Opens in the Kyrgyz Republic 15 hours
Prime Minister Orders Review of Tripartite Agreement on Labor and Social Partnership by July 30 15 hours
270.8 Thousand Legal Entities Registered in Business Registry 15 hours
Social Insurance Revenue Rises in First Half of 2025 15 hours
B. Erdenedalai: Measures Under Way to Boost Productivity, Balance Workloads, Ensure Social Protection 17 hours
President of Mongolia Meets with Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic 1 day
President of Mongolia Meets with Speaker of Parliament of the Kyrgyz Republic 1 day
Archaeologists Complete Rescue Conservation of Xianbei‑Period Chambered Tomb 1 day
Mongolia Marks Day of Court Decision Enforcement Personnel 1 day
“Chinggis Khaan” International Airport Served 2 Million Passengers in 2024 1 day
Emergency Service Officers Save 41 Lives Nationwide 1 day
Mongolian Artists Win Silver Cup at "IDOL" World Circus Art Festival 2025 1 day
Climate and Land Degradation Impacts on Rural Women and Girls Discussed in New York 1 day
Third Shusha Global Media Forum: Azerbaijani President Emphasizes the Importance of Open, Friendly Dialogue on Key Issues 2 days
President of the Kyrgyz Republic Officially Welcomes President of Mongolia 2 days
President of Mongolia Pays Tribute at the Great Urkun Memorial Monument 2 days
Mongolia and the Kyrgyz Republic Establish a Comprehensive Partnership 2 days
President of Mongolia and President of the Kyrgyz Hold Official Talks 2 days
T. Iderjavkhlan Wins "Serbia Open 2025" Challengers Chess Tournament 3 days
Young Mongolian Judokas Win 16 Medals at Hong Kong Cadet Asian Cup 2025 3 days
Mongolian Road Network Reaches 112,000 Kilometers 3 days
172 Monks Graduated from Educational Reintegration Program 3 days
Mongolian Team Wins Six Medals at International Mathematical Olympiad 3 days
Police Major Sh. Arvinbayar Wins Third Place in Sharp Blade 2025 International Sniper Competition 3 days
President of Mongolia Arrives in the Kyrgyz Republic for a State Visit 3 days
This Week in Mongolia 3 days
Croatian Minister of Foreign and European Affairs Pays Courtesy Call on Prime Minister Zandanshatar Gombojav 5 days
S. Enkhtuvshin: I Built The Car I Envisioned 45 Years Ago 5 days
New Transport and Logistics Route to Be Established 5 days
Today Marks “Police and Internal Troops' Day“ 5 days
Prime Minister Orders to Accelerate Thermal Power Plant Repairs and Renovation 6 days
The 2025 FISU World University Games Begin 6 days
Prime Minister of Mongolia Affirms Full Support for Special Olympics Movement 8 days
River Levels Surpass Flood Thresholds Across Central Mongolia 8 days
World Leaders Congratulate President of Mongolia on National Naadam Festival 9 days
First Naadam Festival of the World Mongols Held in Brussels 9 days
Chuluun Sampildondov: The Mongolian Horse Has Long Been a Powerful Symbol of Diplomatic Tradition 9 days
New Champions Crowned as Mongolia Celebrates National Naadam with Pride 10 days
State Visit to Mongolia by Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Concludes 11 days
President of Mongolia and the Emperor of Japan Attend Soyolon Race at Khui Doloon Khudag 11 days
Chestnut Horse Trained by D. Munkhbat Wins National Naadam Soyolon Race 11 days
Tourists: The Music, Dance, and Horse Parade of Naadam Opening Ceremony Deeply Moving 11 days
Lunar-Spotted Bay Horse Trained by G. Buyantogtokh Wins National Naadam's Daaga Race 11 days
Chestnut Horse Trained by M. Tserenjav Wins National Naadam’s Ikh Nas Race 11 days
Over 800 Police Officers Deployed at Central Stadium During Naadam 11 days
Jochen Krueger: "The horseback part of the Naadam opening ceremony was my favorite" 11 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Attend Opening Ceremony of National Naadam Festival 12 days
National Naadam Commences with Grand Opening Ceremony 12 days
World Horse Day Celebrated for the First Time 13 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Visit Mongol–Japan Hospital 13 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and the Empress of Japan Visit Gandantegchenling Monastery 13 days
State Flag Day Observed with Military Parade 14 days
102 Wrestlers Holding National Titles to Compete in National Naadam Wrestling Tournament 14 days
Bay Horse Trained by B. Gantig Wins National Naadam’s Khyazaalan Race 14 days
Mongolia to Cooperate with The Asia Group to Improve Investment Climate 14 days
Ulaanbaatar Mayor Signs Memorandum of Understanding with UK Export Finance Agency to Boost Metro Project 14 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Visit General Education School in Ulaanbaatar 14 days
Prime Minister of Mongolia Holds Virtual Meeting with Local Governors 14 days
General Police Department: Facilities Ready to Assist Lost Children During Naadam Celebrations 14 days
His Majesty the Emperor of Japan Visits Mongol Koosen Technology College 15 days
Mongolia and France Sign Memorandum to Expand Civil Aviation Cooperation 15 days
Mongolia Economic Forum 2025: Government Commits to Investor-Friendly Policies and Economic Diversification 15 days
Feasibility Study for Ulaanbaatar Tram Project Approved 15 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Visit Memorial Complex for Japanese Nationals 15 days
Government to Gather Public Input on Certain Actions to Be Implemented Within 100 Days 15 days
Mongolia and China Agree to Expand Cooperation in Animal and Plant Quarantine 15 days
Over 7,000 Participants Showcase National Dress at 19th “Deeltei Mongol” Festival 15 days
President of Mongolia and First Lady Hold Official Meeting with Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan 16 days
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