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2025-12-12 08:37:32
This Week in Mongolia
Summary of events for the week of May 12-18, 2025.
214 days
ADB President Calls for Collective Action to Solve Complex Challenges Together at 58th Annual Meeting of the ADB Board of Governors
President of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) Masato Kanda noted that the uncertainties facing Asia and the Pacific are also an opportunity to build a more resilient and sustainable future, during the Opening Session of the 58th Annual Meeting of the Board of Governors on May 5, 2025.
220 days
ADB Support for Food Security to Reach USD 40 Billion by 2030
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) announced plans to expand its support to long-term food and nutrition security in Asia and the Pacific by USD 26 billion, bringing its total funding for food security initiatives to USD 40 billion over 2022–2030.
221 days
Asian Development Bank's 58th Annual Meeting Commences
The 58th Annual Meeting of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) under the theme, “Sharing Experience, Building Tomorrow,” kicked off in Milan, the Italian Republic, on May 4, 2025.
221 days
Deputy Prime Minister of Mongolia Holds Meeting on Mongolia's Regional Development Policy
On May 2, 2025, Deputy Prime Minister of Mongolia Amarsaikhan Sainbuyan met with Ambassadors to Mongolia and representatives of international organizations and non-governmental organizations, and presented Mongolia’s Regional Development Policy, Government Action Plan for 2024-2028, and Mongolia’s long-term, medium-term, and short-term development policies. 
224 days
Przewalski’s Horses to Be Reintroduced to the Numrug National Park of Mongolia
President of Mongolia Khurelsukh Ukhnaa received Miroslav Bobek, Director of the Prague Zoo in the Czech Republic, and Mongolist Veronika Kapisovska, the Lecturer at the Mongol Studies Center of Charles University, on May 1, 2025.
224 days
National Judo Juniors Championship 2025 Taking Place
The National Judo Juniors Championship is taking place at the “Buyant Ukhaa” Sport Palace in Ulaanbaatar.
225 days
Mongolia to Cooperate with South Korea on Gas Safety
The Mineral Resources and Petroleum Authority of Mongolia and the Korea Gas Safety Corporation (KGS) signed a Memorandum of Understanding on April 29, 2025.
225 days
Secretary-General of UN World Tourism Organization to Pay an Official Visit to Mongolia
At the invitation of Minister of Foreign Affairs, European Union, and Cooperation of the Kingdom of Spain José Manuel Albares, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Mongolia Battsetseg Batmunkh paid an official visit to the Kingdom of Spain on April 28-30, 2025.
225 days
Mongolia to Introduce High-Efficacy Cancer Treatment Medication from Switzerland
Beginning in May 2025, Mongolia will introduce a new Swiss medication that has shown high efficacy in treating breast and lung cancer.
225 days
Soft Loans to Be Provided to Enterprises Operating Year-Round Tourism
During its regular session on April 30, 2025, the Cabinet of Mongolia approved three Resolutions, “On Certain Measures to Accelerate Development of the Northern Region,” “On Certain Measures to Develop Year-Round Tourism,” and “On Certain Measures to Support the Development of Industrial and Technology Parks in the Northern Region.”
226 days
Mongolia Remains Undefeated at the Ice Hockey World Championship 2025 Division III
The Ice Hockey World Championship 2025 Division III is taking place in Mexico City, Mexico, from April 21 to May 3, 2025.
226 days
Speaker of the National Assembly of South Korea Visits Dr. Lee Tae-joon Memorial Park
At the invitation of Chairman of the State Great Khural of Mongolia Amarbayasgalan Dashzegve, Speaker of the National Assembly of the Republic of Korea Woo Won-shik is paying an official visit to Mongolia. The Speaker of the National Assembly visited Dr. Lee Tae-joon Memorial Park on April 29, 2025, laid wreaths, and paid tribute.
226 days
Chairman of the State Great Khural Pays Respect to the Generals of Mongolia
Mongolia celebrates April 28th of each year as the “Mongolian Generals' Day,” paying respects to its Generals. Commemorating the historical 81st anniversary of establishing the rank of General of the Mongolian Army, Chairman of the State Great Khural Amarbayasgalan Dashzegve received Generals of Mongolia at the Ceremonial Hall of the State Palace, where the State Nine White Banners reside. 
227 days
Speaker of the National Assembly of the Republic of Korea Tours the “Ikh Khuraldai” Hall
At the invitation of Chairman of the State Great Khural of Mongolia Amarbayasgalan Dashzegve, Speaker of the National Assembly of the Republic of Korea Woo Won-shik is paying an official visit to Mongolia on April 26-30, 2025.
227 days
Minister of Foreign Affairs of Mongolia to Pay an Official Visit to the Kingdom of Spain
At the invitation of Minister of Foreign Affairs, European Union, and Cooperation of the Kingdom of Spain José Manuel Albares, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Mongolia Battsetseg Batmunkh will pay an official visit to the Kingdom of Spain on April 28-30, 2025.
228 days
Speaker of the National Assembly of South Korea Pays Courtesy Call on President of Mongolia
Speaker of the National Assembly of the Republic of Korea Woo Won-shik paid a courtesy call on President of Mongolia Khurelsukh Ukhnaa.
228 days
Young Photographer B. Jamiyandorj’s "Janraisig" Wins Grand Prize
The first competition for young photographers and photography enthusiasts announced its winners.
228 days
Chairman of the State Great Khural of Mongolia Welcomes Speaker of the National Assembly of the Republic of Korea
Chairman of the State Great Khural of Mongolia Amarbayasgalan Dashzegve and his Spouse Byambasuren Dashkhuu welcomed Speaker of the National Assembly of the Republic of Korea Woo Won-shik and his Spouse Shin Kyung-hye at Sukhbaatar Square on April 28, 2025.
228 days
Minister of Foreign Affairs of Mongolia and Minister of Foreign Relations and Trade of Hungary Hold Official Talks
On April 26, 2025, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Mongolia Battsetseg Batmunkh, who paid an official visit to Hungary on April 24-26, 2025, held official talks with Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade of Hungary Péter Szijjártó.
229 days
Mongolian Boxers Win Four Medals at World Cup of Petroleum Countries 17 hours
Advanced Technology Reveals 3,000-Year-Old Rock Art Now on Display 17 hours
Fifth International Conference on Mongolian Studies Held in Poland 17 hours
Bank of Mongolia Releases 'Tugrug-100 Years' Commemorative Stamp Released 21 hours
Children’s Consultative Polyclinic to Launch Surgical Services in 2026 22 hours
Views Exchanged on Accelerating SDGs Implementation 22 hours
Mongolian Student Wins World Drone-Coding Championship at Enjoy AI 2025 22 hours
Coal Exports Reach 79 Million Tonnes as Exchange Trading Grows 23 hours
Mongolian Powerlifter Becomes Asian Champion 23 hours
Government Directs Public Institutions Not to Hold New Year or Anniversary Celebrations Using Budget Funds 1 day
Mongolia to Send Over 100 Athletes to Asian Beach Games 1 day
Gashuunsukhait Checkpoint to Handle More Coal Exports 1 day
Prime Minister Directs Officials to Intensify Anti-Corruption Drive 1 day
Speaker of Parliament Meets Ambassadors of Russia, China 1 day
France Returns Dinosaur Fossils to Mongolia Following Decade-Long Legal Process 1 day
UN Meeting Highlights Importance of Rangelands Ahead of Mongolia’s COP17 1 day
New Year Tree Lighting Ceremony at Sukhbaatar Square to Begin at 19:00 Today 1 day
PM Orders Priority Financing for Salaries, Pensions and Child Benefits 1 day
ADB Approves USD 60 Million for Ulaanbaatar’s First Bus Rapid Transit System 1 day
Mongolia Renews Call to Lower Shareholder Loan Interest for Oyu Tolgoi Project 1 day
Mongolia to Expand International Cooperation on Child Development and Protection 1 day
Winners of the 15th “Golden Pen” National Student Journalism Awards Announced 3 days
MONTSAME News Agency Begins Distributing News in Korean 3 days
‘Ulaanbaatar Metro’ Construction to Begin in June 2026 3 days
Mongolia, IAEA Strengthen Cooperation on Peaceful Use of Nuclear Energy 3 days
Mongolia, Slovenia Affirm Commitment to Advance Joint Initiatives 3 days
Mongolian Judokas Cap 2025 with 39 Medals, Featuring 10 Gold 3 days
'Moon Dance' Wins Bronze at World Championship Formation Standard 2025 4 days
Ulaanbaatar Expands Private-Sector Cooperation as Major Projects Advance 4 days
Mongolia, UNIDO Establish Country Programme Document 4 days
Mongolia Expresses Committed Support for OSCE Values, Principles 4 days
OSCE Welcomes Mongolia’s Progress on Press Freedom 4 days
PM Reviews Preparations for UNCCD COP17 4 days
'Khuree Tsam-108' Exhibition Opened in Mexico 4 days
Ambassador Choi Jin Won: 'We Will Support the Korean-Language Editorial Desk' 4 days
PCA to Cooperate on Training of Mongolian Lawyers in Specialized Legal Fields 4 days
Mongolia, Austria Pledge to Deepen Cooperation 4 days
This Week in Mongolia 4 days
Ulaanbaatar to Clear Around 600 Land Plots in Dambadarjaa in 2026 4 days
Mongolia, OSCE to Expand Cooperation on Inclusion of National Minorities 4 days
Ulaanbaatar City Council Approves 2026 Budget 4 days
President Khurelsukh Congratulates MMA Fighter Enkh-Orgil on His Win 5 days
Enkh-Orgil Becomes ONE Championship World Champion 5 days
Two Mongolian Localities Join UNESCO Global Network of Learning Cities 7 days
Disinfection Begins at 182 Schools in Ulaanbaatar 7 days
Cultural and Diplomatic Events Highlight 50 Years of Mongolia–Mexico Relations 7 days
Portable Ultrasound and Fetal Heart Monitors Delivered to Remote Health Centers 7 days
Ulaanbaatar Removes Fences and Structures to Expand Green Spaces 7 days
Morin Khuur Orchestra Performs in Rome 7 days
Three Mongolian National Team Cyclists to Compete for Thai Professional Club 7 days
Chinggis Khaan Museum, Vatican Apostolic Library Sign MoU 7 days
Mongolia, India to Advance Strategic Partnership in Digital Development and Innovation 7 days
State Secretary Pietro Parolin Pays Courtesy Call on President Khurelsukh 7 days
President Khurelsukh Meets Pope Leo XIV 7 days
Mongolia Receives Over 810,000 Tourists 7 days
Caravan of 120 Camels to Travel from Mankhan to Biysk, Russia 7 days
Gobi Desert Strictly Protected Area Administration Awarded Altan Gadas Medal 8 days
National Protected Area Consultation Targets Stronger Ranger System 8 days
Task Force Formed to Prevent Artificial Price Rise 8 days
Cabinet Endorses Mongolia’s Accession to Asian Disaster Preparedness Center 8 days
President of Chamber of Deputies of Italy Pays Courtesy Call on Mongolian President 8 days
Mongolia’s Foreign Exchange Reserves Reach USD 6 Billion 8 days
Fuel Supply Strengthened as December Purchase Orders Confirmed 8 days
Foreign Minister Meets Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Italy 8 days
President Khurelsukh Presents State Decorations to Mongolian and Italian Citizens 8 days
Netflix’s Reality Show Physical: Asia Brings Global Spotlight to Mongolia 9 days
New Museum Aims to Become Global Center for Buryat Cultural Heritage 9 days
Mongolia Launches AI and Big Data Training Program in Collaboration with Oracle 9 days
Burte Chono 2025 Award Nominees 9 days
Mongolia to Import Over 190,000 Tonnes of Fuel in December 9 days
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