Highlights
Premier Directs Officials to Intensify Anti-Corruption Drive
A working group tasked with accelerating the implementation of the National Anti-Corruption Program of Mongolia convened on December 9, 2025, at the State Palace.
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France Returns Dinosaur Fossils to Mongolia Following Decade-Long Legal Process
A handover ceremony for the return to Mongolia of dinosaur fossils confiscated by law enforcement authorities of the French Republic in 2013 and 2015 was held in Paris on December 8, 2025. The fossils include scientifically significant and highly valuable specimens such as a Tarbosaurus bataar skeleton, theropod and oviraptorosaur remains, teeth, ribs, jaws, vertebrae, claws, femur and ankle bones, as well as theropod and oviraptorosaur eggs.
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MONTSAME News Agency Begins Distributing News in Korean
The Mongolian National News Agency MONTSAME began distributing news in Korean starting December 8, 2025.
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Ambassador Choi Jin Won: 'We Will Support the Korean-Language Editorial Desk'
The Mongolian National News Agency MONTSAME has officially started distributing news in its fifth foreign language: Korean. To celebrate this milestone, we spoke with Ambassador Choi Jin Won.
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This Week in Mongolia
Summary of events for the week of December 8-14, 2025.
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President Khurelsukh Congratulates MMA Fighter Enkh-Orgil on His Win
President of Mongolia Khurelsukh Ukhnaa congratulated mixed martial artist Enkh-Orgil Baatarkhuu via his official social media page after the fighter won the 66-kg title and became the ONE Championship World Champion.
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Enkh-Orgil Becomes ONE Championship World Champion
Enkh-Orgil Baatarkhuu, a contestant from the “Physical: Asia” show and the No. 4-ranked fighter in Asia’s ONE Championship, defeated Brazil’s Fabricio Andrade by submission in the third round to claim the 66-kg title belt.
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Chinggis Khaan Museum, Vatican Apostolic Library Sign MoU
During the State Visit of President of Mongolia, Khurelsukh Ukhnaa, to the Holy See, the Chinggis Khaan National Museum signed a Memorandum of Understanding to cooperate with the Vatican Apostolic Library, also known as the Papal Secret Library.
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State Secretary Pietro Parolin Pays Courtesy Call on President Khurelsukh
The State Visit of President of Mongolia, Khurelsukh Ukhnaa, to the Holy See is ongoing.
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President Khurelsukh Meets Pope Leo XIV
President of Mongolia, Khurelsukh Ukhnaa, is paying a State Visit to the Holy See at the invitation of Pope Leo XIV, Head of State of the Holy See.
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National Protected Area Consultation Targets Stronger Ranger System
A three-day consultative meeting of special protected area administrations is taking place at the Shangri-La Hotel from 3–5 December 2025. Over 200 representatives from the ministry’s affiliated agencies, the Ministry of Culture, Sports, Tourism and Youth, the General Authority for Land Administration, Surveying and Cartography, special protected area administrations, projects, programs, international organizations, NGOs, and local communities are participating.
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President Khurelsukh Presents State Decorations to Mongolian and Italian Citizens
The State Visit of President Khurelsukh Ukhnaa to the Italian Republic is ongoing. During the visit, Mongolian and Italian nationals who have made significant contributions to advancing Mongolia–Italy relations and cooperation were awarded with state orders and medals.
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Burte Chono 2025 Award Nominees
The Mongolian National Olympic Committee will organize the Burte Chono 2025 annual sports awards ceremony on December 10, 2025, at the Chinggis Khaan Hotel.
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FAO Director-General Pays Courtesy Call on President Khurelsukh
The two sides exchanged views on cooperation, progress of joint projects and programs, and issues to be addressed in the future.
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Opening of International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists Held
The opening the International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists took place at the Rome headquarters of the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations.
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Mongolia, Italy Establish a Strategic Partnership
At the invitation of President of the Italian Republic Sergio Mattarella, President of Mongolia Khurelsukh Ukhnaa is paying a State Visit to the Republic of Italy. During the visit, the two countries elevated their traditionally friendly relations to a Strategic Partnership, making Italy the second European Union member, after Germany, with which Mongolia has established such a partnership.
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President Sergio Mattarella to Pay State Visit to Mongolia in 2026
The State Visit of President of Mongolia Khurelsukh Ukhnaa to the Italian Republic is ongoing.
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President Khurelsukh Welcomed by President Sergio Mattarella
President of Mongolia Khurelsukh Ukhnaa is paying a State Visit to the Italian Republic at the invitation of President Sergio Mattarella.
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President Khurelsukh Paid Tribute at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
President of Mongolia Khurelsukh Ukhnaa is paying a State Visit to the Italian Republic at the invitation of President Sergio Mattarella.
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This Week in Mongolia
Summary of events for the week of December 1-7, 2025.
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Government Directs Public Institutions Not to Hold New Year or Anniversary Celebrations Using Budget Funds 8 hours
Mongolia to Send Over 100 Athletes to Asian Beach Games 8 hours
Gashuunsukhait Checkpoint to Handle More Coal Exports 8 hours
Premier Directs Officials to Intensify Anti-Corruption Drive 8 hours
Speaker of Parliament Meets Ambassadors of Russia, China 9 hours
France Returns Dinosaur Fossils to Mongolia Following Decade-Long Legal Process 11 hours
UN Meeting Highlights Importance of Rangelands Ahead of Mongolia’s COP17 12 hours
New Year Tree Lighting Ceremony at Sukhbaatar Square to Begin at 19:00 Today 12 hours
PM Orders Priority Financing for Salaries, Pensions and Child Benefits 12 hours
ADB Approves USD 60 Million for Ulaanbaatar’s First Bus Rapid Transit System 12 hours
Mongolia Renews Call to Lower Shareholder Loan Interest for Oyu Tolgoi Project 14 hours
Mongolia to Expand International Cooperation on Child Development and Protection 15 hours
Winners of the 15th “Golden Pen” National Student Journalism Awards Announced 1 day
MONTSAME News Agency Begins Distributing News in Korean 1 day
‘Ulaanbaatar Metro’ Construction to Begin in June 2026 1 day
Mongolia, IAEA Strengthen Cooperation on Peaceful Use of Nuclear Energy 1 day
Mongolia, Slovenia Affirm Commitment to Advance Joint Initiatives 1 day
Mongolian Judokas Cap 2025 with 39 Medals, Featuring 10 Gold 1 day
'Moon Dance' Wins Bronze at World Championship Formation Standard 2025 2 days
Ulaanbaatar Expands Private-Sector Cooperation as Major Projects Advance 2 days
Mongolia, UNIDO Establish Country Programme Document 2 days
Mongolia Expresses Committed Support for OSCE Values, Principles 3 days
OSCE Welcomes Mongolia’s Progress on Press Freedom 3 days
PM Reviews Preparations for UNCCD COP17 3 days
'Khuree Tsam-108' Exhibition Opened in Mexico 3 days
Ambassador Choi Jin Won: 'We Will Support the Korean-Language Editorial Desk' 3 days
PCA to Cooperate on Training of Mongolian Lawyers in Specialized Legal Fields 3 days
Mongolia, Austria Pledge to Deepen Cooperation 3 days
This Week in Mongolia 3 days
Ulaanbaatar to Clear Around 600 Land Plots in Dambadarjaa in 2026 3 days
Mongolia, OSCE to Expand Cooperation on Inclusion of National Minorities 3 days
Ulaanbaatar City Council Approves 2026 Budget 3 days
President Khurelsukh Congratulates MMA Fighter Enkh-Orgil on His Win 4 days
Enkh-Orgil Becomes ONE Championship World Champion 4 days
Two Mongolian Localities Join UNESCO Global Network of Learning Cities 5 days
Disinfection Begins at 182 Schools in Ulaanbaatar 5 days
Cultural and Diplomatic Events Highlight 50 Years of Mongolia–Mexico Relations 5 days
Portable Ultrasound and Fetal Heart Monitors Delivered to Remote Health Centers 5 days
Ulaanbaatar Removes Fences and Structures to Expand Green Spaces 5 days
Morin Khuur Orchestra Performs in Rome 5 days
Three Mongolian National Team Cyclists to Compete for Thai Professional Club 6 days
Chinggis Khaan Museum, Vatican Apostolic Library Sign MoU 6 days
Mongolia, India to Advance Strategic Partnership in Digital Development and Innovation 6 days
State Secretary Pietro Parolin Pays Courtesy Call on President Khurelsukh 6 days
President Khurelsukh Meets Pope Leo XIV 6 days
Mongolia Receives Over 810,000 Tourists 6 days
Caravan of 120 Camels to Travel from Mankhan to Biysk, Russia 6 days
Gobi Desert Strictly Protected Area Administration Awarded Altan Gadas Medal 6 days
National Protected Area Consultation Targets Stronger Ranger System 6 days
Task Force Formed to Prevent Artificial Price Rise 6 days
Cabinet Endorses Mongolia’s Accession to Asian Disaster Preparedness Center 7 days
President of Chamber of Deputies of Italy Pays Courtesy Call on Mongolian President 7 days
Mongolia’s Foreign Exchange Reserves Reach USD 6 Billion 7 days
Fuel Supply Strengthened as December Purchase Orders Confirmed 7 days
Foreign Minister Meets Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Italy 7 days
President Khurelsukh Presents State Decorations to Mongolian and Italian Citizens 7 days
Netflix’s Reality Show Physical: Asia Brings Global Spotlight to Mongolia 7 days
New Museum Aims to Become Global Center for Buryat Cultural Heritage 7 days
Mongolia Launches AI and Big Data Training Program in Collaboration with Oracle 7 days
Burte Chono 2025 Award Nominees 7 days
Mongolia to Import Over 190,000 Tonnes of Fuel in December 7 days
Cooperation Opportunities Discussed at Mongolia-Italy Business Forum 8 days
Non-Staff Policy Council of Scientists Holds First Meeting 8 days
Mongolia Signals Readiness to Contribute to Global Fight Against Desertification 8 days
Bank of Mongolia Buys 899.5 kg of Precious Metals in November 8 days
FAO Director-General Pays Courtesy Call on President Khurelsukh 8 days
Interagency Coordination Needed to Strengthen Prevention of Human Trafficking 8 days
Opening of International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists Held 8 days
Mongolia, Italy Establish a Strategic Partnership 8 days
Mongolia and ILO to Cooperate in Promoting Youth Employment 8 days
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