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2025-07-15 05:48:25
Government raises social welfare benefits
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/. On January 22, the Cabinet made a decision to increase monthly social welfare benefit by MNT 188 thousand and also to set benefit for caregiver of a disabled child at MNT 123 thousand and other caregiver benefits at MNT 84500. 
2001 days
Average pension increased to MNT 409 thousand
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/. At its regular session held today, January 22, Cabinet made a decision to increase pension of up to MNT 500 thousand granted by social insurance fund and for military personnel by MNT 30 thousand and pension of more than MNT 500 thousand by MNT 25 thousand in line with inflation rate. 
2001 days
WHO Western Pacific representative working in Mongolia
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/. Dr. Marco Martuzzi, Head of Office, Asia-Pacific Centre for Environment and Health of World Health Organization Western Pacific Region in Seoul, Republic of Korea, is working in Mongolia from 19 to 22 January 2020 on his first mission to the country in order to provide support to promote environmental health, to strengthen multi-sector approach and expand partnership in the field.
2001 days
There are 2789 mining permits nationwide
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/. At the monthly press briefing ‘Transparent and Accountable Mining’, a report on 2019 statistical review of the mining sector was introduced. 
2001 days
Mining sector contribution to budget reaches MNT 2.6 trillion
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/.  The Ministry of Mining and Heavy Industry held today, January 21, a monthly press briefing ‘Transparent and Accountable Mining’. At the conference, Minister of Mining and Heavy Industry D.Sumiyabazar delivered a report on the statistical review of the mining sector for 2019.
2002 days
High-wire artist to walk over Chuluut River Canyon
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/ Mongolian circus actor M.Myagmarsaikhan is preparing to walk on a tightrope across the Chuluut River Canyon in Arkhangai aimag on June 25, 2020. He will be walking on 150-meter rope at height of 70 meters without a safety net or a harness.
2002 days
Ambassador of Japan pledges to increase Mongolian exports to Japan
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/. On January 20, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Mongolia D.Tsogtbaatar met with Japanese Ambassador to Mongolia Hiroyuki Kobayashi to congratulate him on presenting his diplomatic credentials and assuming office. 
2002 days
Finance Minister signs loan agreement with China’s Exim Bank Vice President
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/. On January 20, Minister of Finance Ch.Khurelbaatar met with Vice President of the Export-Import Bank of China Xie Ping in Beijing, China to exchange views on the projects being implemented in Mongolia by Chinese government soft loans.
2002 days
Government calling for public inputs on ‘Vision – 2050’ long term development policy
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/. ‘Vision – 2050’ Mongolia’s long-term policy document was handed over to Prime Minister of Mongolia U.Khurelsukh on January 03, 2020. Involving government ministries, agencies, scholars and experts, the draft document was formulated by a sub-working group set up upon an order No. 52 by the Prime Minister and a resolution No. 65 by Head of the Cabinet Secretariat of 2019.  
2003 days
President Kh.Battulga departs for Davos, Switzerland
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/. President of Mongolia Kh.Battulga today left for Davos, Switzerland to take part in the World Economic Forum 2020. After attending the annual forum, the President of Mongolia will pay a visit to the Kingdom of Norway. 
2003 days
Workshop on actions to fight tuberculosis underway in Ulaanbaatar
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/. The first consultation workshop organized by the Global Fund Mongolia is taking place with engagement from multi-sectoral partners to discuss and frame main activities for the Global Fund (GF) Tuberculosis concept note for 2021-2023.
2006 days
Oyu Tolgoi 2019 fourth quarter production and 2020 guidance released
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/. Turquoise Hill, who focuses on the Oyu Tolgoi mine development in Mongolia through its 66 percent of stakes, today announced fourth quarter 2019 production for Oyu Tolgoi as well as operational and financial guidance for 2020.
2006 days
Water Agency to be established
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/. Parliament today adopted a bill on amendments to the Law on Water. 
2006 days
Penalties raised on livestock thefts
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/. On January 16, the Parliament of Mongolia backed a bill on amendments to the Criminal Code of Mongolia.
2006 days
Up to 50 percent of ballots can be recounted in 2020 Parliamentary elections
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/. Yesterday, January 15, General Election Commission (GEC) delivered a report on preparation of the upcoming 2020 Parliamentary Elections. 
2007 days
Education reform movement aims to change existing system in eight years
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/. A non-government organization ‘Education reform’ was formed to launch the education reform movement in Mongolia. 
2007 days
Erdenet Thermal Power Plant produced 324 million kw/h electricity in 2019
Orkhon /MONTSAME/. Thermal Power Plant of Erdenet Mining Corporation started electricity electricity two years ago. In 2019, the plant fulfilled its electricity supply plan by 100.1 percent, providing a total of 324 million kw/h of electricity. 
2007 days
Photo album telling 36-year history of Ulaanbaatar city launched
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/. A photography album ‘Ulaanbaatar - 1983’ by Japanese photographer Sugiyama Teruzo launched today, January 15 at the Mongol-Japan Center in Ulaanbaatar city. 
2008 days
Government sets out to boost agricultural exports
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/. At its meeting of today, Cabinet resolved to announce 2020 as a year to increase exports. 
2008 days
Prime Minister visits Bor-Undur fluorspar mine
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/. Prime Minister U.Khurelsukh is working in some aimags these days. During his working trip to Bor-Undur soum of Khentii aimag, PM U.Khurelsukh visited the mine site of Bor – Undur Mine and Ore Dressing Plant. 
2008 days
First Naadam Festival of the World Mongols Held in Brussels 12 hours
Chuluun Sampildondov: The Mongolian Horse Has Long Been a Powerful Symbol of Diplomatic Tradition 13 hours
New Champions Crowned as Mongolia Celebrates National Naadam with Pride 1 day
State Visit to Mongolia by Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Concludes 1 day
President of Mongolia and the Emperor of Japan Attend Soyolon Race at Khui Doloon Khudag 2 days
Chestnut Horse Trained by D. Munkhbat Wins National Naadam Soyolon Race 2 days
Tourists: The Music, Dance, and Horse Parade of Naadam Opening Ceremony Deeply Moving 2 days
Lunar-Spotted Bay Horse Trained by G. Buyantogtokh Wins National Naadam's Daaga Race 3 days
Chestnut Horse Trained by M. Tserenjav Wins National Naadam’s Ikh Nas Race 3 days
Over 800 Police Officers Deployed at Central Stadium During Naadam 3 days
Jochen Krueger: "The horseback part of the Naadam opening ceremony was my favorite" 3 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Attend Opening Ceremony of National Naadam Festival 3 days
National Naadam Commences with Grand Opening Ceremony 3 days
World Horse Day Celebrated for the First Time 4 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Visit Mongol–Japan Hospital 4 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and the Empress of Japan Visit Gandantegchenling Monastery 4 days
State Flag Day Observed with Military Parade 5 days
102 Wrestlers Holding National Titles to Compete in National Naadam Wrestling Tournament 5 days
Bay Horse Trained by B. Gantig Wins National Naadam’s Khyazaalan Race 5 days
Mongolia to Cooperate with The Asia Group to Improve Investment Climate 5 days
Ulaanbaatar Mayor Signs Memorandum of Understanding with UK Export Finance Agency to Boost Metro Project 5 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Visit General Education School in Ulaanbaatar 5 days
Prime Minister of Mongolia Holds Virtual Meeting with Local Governors 6 days
General Police Department: Facilities Ready to Assist Lost Children During Naadam Celebrations 6 days
His Majesty the Emperor of Japan Visits Mongol Koosen Technology College 6 days
Mongolia and France Sign Memorandum to Expand Civil Aviation Cooperation 6 days
Mongolia Economic Forum 2025: Government Commits to Investor-Friendly Policies and Economic Diversification 6 days
Feasibility Study for Ulaanbaatar Tram Project Approved 6 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Visit Memorial Complex for Japanese Nationals 6 days
Government to Gather Public Input on Certain Actions to Be Implemented Within 100 Days 6 days
Mongolia and China Agree to Expand Cooperation in Animal and Plant Quarantine 7 days
Over 7,000 Participants Showcase National Dress at 19th “Deeltei Mongol” Festival 7 days
President of Mongolia and First Lady Hold Official Meeting with Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan 7 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Officially Welcomed 7 days
Exhibition of Mongol Chest Features 19th–20th Century Traditional Mongolian Chests 7 days
Buryat State University Launches Center for Mongolian Language and Culture 7 days
His Majesty the Emperor of Japan Visits the Water Supply and Sewerage Authority 8 days
European Bank for Reconstruction and Development to Increase Investments 8 days
Two Mongolian Boxers Win Medals at World Cup 8 days
Mongolia Hosts Asia-Pacific Air Transport Facilitation Forum 8 days
His Majesty the Emperor of Japan Introduced to Gachuurt Water Source Project 8 days
Uchral Nyam-Osor: Economic Immunity Must Be Outcome of Long-Term Intelligent Policy 8 days
His Majesty Emperor Naruhito of Japan Visits Chinggis Khaan National Museum 8 days
Mongolia Transports Coal to China by Rail and Road until Cross-Border Railway Completion 8 days
MiningWeek & MinePro 2025: “Mining Momentum in Mongolia: Driving Progress and Responsibility” 8 days
This Week in Mongolia 8 days
His Majesty Emperor Naruhito and Her Majesty Empress Masako of Japan Arrive in Mongolia on a State Visit 9 days
Masterworks of Modern Mongolian Craftsmen Exhibited at the Chinggis Khaan National Museum 11 days
Launch Event of the SOAP II Project in Darkhan-Uul Aimag 11 days
NEMA Reports Rising Risk of Floods and Wildfires Across Mongolia 11 days
Mongolian Participants Depart for 57th International Chemistry Olympiad in United Arab Emirates 11 days
National Forum of Civil Servants Emphasizes Reforms for Effective Public Service 11 days
“Open Parliament: Expert” Senior Experience Sharing Program to Be Implemented 11 days
Mongolia to Cooperate with South Korea in Developing Specialized Social Protection Services 11 days
Mongolia’s “TOP-100” Businesses of 2024 Recognized 11 days
Mongolia Records 24 Moderate Earthquakes in First Half of 2025 11 days
Discussion Held on Improving Cooperation with Neighboring Countries in the Transport Sector 12 days
U. Tuya: Human Rights Education to Be Delivered at All Levels from Preschool to Higher Education 12 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" 12 days
Nine State-Owned Energy Companies in Western Region Consolidated into Four 12 days
Functional Overlaps of Government Organizations to Be Eliminated 12 days
Mongolian Women’s Basketball Team Achieves Historic Silver Medal 12 days
The Bank of Mongolia Purchases 5.9 Tons of Precious Metals in First Half of 2025 12 days
International Standards for Biodiversity Conservation to Be Localized in Mongolia 12 days
Japan-Mongolia Sasakawa Scholarship Program to Be Implemented for 12 Years 12 days
89th “Mongolian Athletes’ Day” Celebrated 13 days
“Chinggis Khaan” International Airport Became One of the World’s Ten Most Improved Airports 13 days
Mongolian National Team Playmaker Nandinkhusel Joins Florida’s “Panthers” 13 days
Women’s 3x3 Basketball Team Members Awarded Honored Athlete Titles 13 days
History and Heritage of Undur Gegeen Zanabazar in the Focus of International Scholars 13 days
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