Highlights
Charter flight arranged by IOM to arrive in Ulaanbaatar today
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is cooperating with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, State Emergency Commission and MIAT Mongolian Airlines to organize a special charter flight from Frankfurt, Germany to Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia on July 22-23, 2021. 
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Mongolia receives another 92,490 doses of Pfizer/Biontech vaccines
The purchase of 2.35 million doses of Pfizer/Biontech vaccines, funded by the Government of Japan and coordinated by the United Nations Children's Fund started on June 16, 2021, and has so far received 417,690 doses in six separate batches.
1456 days
Mongolian sumo wrestler Terunofuji G.Gan-Erdene promoted to Yokozuna
Mongolian sumo wrestler Terunofuji G.Gan-Erdene was officially named sumo’s 73rd Yokozuna, the sport’s highest rank, today.
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PM to pay visit to Japan
Prime Minister of Mongolia L.Oyun-Erdene will pay a working visit to Japan on July 21-25 and attend the opening ceremony of the Tokyo Summer Olympic Games.
1458 days
MONTSAME News Agency marks its 100th anniversary
Today, July 19, marks the 100th anniversary of the establishment of the Mongolian National News Agency MONTSAME.
1459 days
Int'l Cricket Council welcomes Mongolia, Tajikistan and Switzerland as new Members
On July 18, the International Cricket Council (ICC) welcomed its newest Member countries, Mongolia, Tajikistan and Switzerland at the ICC’s 78th Annual General Meeting.
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President Khurelsukh wishes success to Mongolia’s Olympic athletes
President of Mongolia U.Khurelsukh attended the official Send-off ceremony for the Mongolian Olympic Contingent on July 9, 2021.
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Switzerland sends medical supplies worth over CHF 850,000
Switzerland is helping Mongolia in the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. On Tuesday 13 July, the Swiss Humanitarian Aid Department sent 40 oxygen ventilators and 45 oxygen concentrators to Ulaanbaatar for a total value of around CHF 700,000. In addition to this delivery of equipment, the SDC also granted CHF 150,000 for the purchase of four portable X-ray machines for the Ministry of Health.
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Nine White Banners ceremony takes place
Today marks the 2230th anniversary of Foundation of the first Mongolian Statehood, 815th anniversary of the Great Mongol Empire, and the 100th anniversary of the People’s Revolution of Mongolia. On its occasion, the ceremony of the Nine White Banners took place at the Sukhbaatar Square. 
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COVID-19: 1,735 new cases, 11 deaths reported
On July 11, 1,735 new cases have been detected after conducting tests nationwide within the past 24 hours, reported the Ministry of Health through their Facebook page. 
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President of Mongolia U.Khurelsukh holds telephone conversation with President of Russia V.V.Putin
On July 9, President of Mongolia U.Khurelsukh held a telephone conversation with President of the Russian Federation V.V.Putin.
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Today marks State Flag Day
Today marks State Flag Day in Mongolia. On the eve of the National Naadam Festival on July 10 each year, the State Flag of Mongolia is raised. 
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Japan to provide JPY 883 million assistance to Mongolia
On July 8, Minister of Finance B.Javkhlan and Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Japan to Mongolia Kobayashi Hiroyuki signed an exchange of notes between the governments of Mongolia and Japan.
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PM L.Oyun-Erdene: Progress must be made in large-scale projects in adherence with infection prevention guidelines
On July 3, Prime Minister of Mongolia L.Oyun-Erdene became acquainted with the progress of the construction work being carried out for the oil refinery in Altanshiree soum, Dornogobi aimag.
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Mongolian Academy of Sciences to cooperate with Hungarian Research Institute
On July 1, a Memorandum of Cooperation was signed between the Mongolian Academy of Sciences and the Hungarian Research Institute. 
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New Chinggis Khaan International Airport opens
On July 4, Sunday, the new Chinggis Khaan International Airport, built with a soft loan funding from the Government of Japan, officially opened with the first flight departed to Tokyo, Japan, as operated by MIAT Mongolian Airlines – national flag carrier.
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This year’s National Naadam Festival cancelled amid COVID-19 concerns
At an irregular meeting today on July 2, the Cabinet has made the decision to cancel this year’s National Naadam Festival.
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MP D.Tsogtbaatar represents Mongolia at OSCE Parliamentary Assembly meeting
Within the Annual Session of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE), virtual meeting of the Committee on Democracy, Human Rights and Humanitarian Questions was held on June 30, 2021 with the participation of more than 180 parliamentarians. 
1476 days
Khan Bank submits plan to become public listed company
The Parliament of Mongolia adopted amendments to the Banking Law in January 2021, requiring the restructuring of systemically important commercial banks as public companies listed on the Mongolian Stock Exchange.
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Mongolia, Kazakhstan to expand cooperation in science and techonology
President of the Mongolian Academy of Sciences D.Regdel has held a meeting with Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Kazakhstan to Mongolia Zhalgas Zh. Adilbayev.
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Prime Minister of Mongolia Affirms Full Support for Special Olympics Movement 1 day
River Levels Surpass Flood Thresholds Across Central Mongolia 1 day
World Leaders Congratulate President of Mongolia on National Naadam Festival 2 days
First Naadam Festival of the World Mongols Held in Brussels 3 days
Chuluun Sampildondov: The Mongolian Horse Has Long Been a Powerful Symbol of Diplomatic Tradition 3 days
New Champions Crowned as Mongolia Celebrates National Naadam with Pride 4 days
State Visit to Mongolia by Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Concludes 4 days
President of Mongolia and the Emperor of Japan Attend Soyolon Race at Khui Doloon Khudag 5 days
Chestnut Horse Trained by D. Munkhbat Wins National Naadam Soyolon Race 5 days
Tourists: The Music, Dance, and Horse Parade of Naadam Opening Ceremony Deeply Moving 5 days
Lunar-Spotted Bay Horse Trained by G. Buyantogtokh Wins National Naadam's Daaga Race 5 days
Chestnut Horse Trained by M. Tserenjav Wins National Naadam’s Ikh Nas Race 5 days
Over 800 Police Officers Deployed at Central Stadium During Naadam 5 days
Jochen Krueger: "The horseback part of the Naadam opening ceremony was my favorite" 5 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Attend Opening Ceremony of National Naadam Festival 6 days
National Naadam Commences with Grand Opening Ceremony 6 days
World Horse Day Celebrated for the First Time 6 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Visit Mongol–Japan Hospital 6 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and the Empress of Japan Visit Gandantegchenling Monastery 7 days
State Flag Day Observed with Military Parade 7 days
102 Wrestlers Holding National Titles to Compete in National Naadam Wrestling Tournament 7 days
Bay Horse Trained by B. Gantig Wins National Naadam’s Khyazaalan Race 7 days
Mongolia to Cooperate with The Asia Group to Improve Investment Climate 8 days
Ulaanbaatar Mayor Signs Memorandum of Understanding with UK Export Finance Agency to Boost Metro Project 8 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Visit General Education School in Ulaanbaatar 8 days
Prime Minister of Mongolia Holds Virtual Meeting with Local Governors 8 days
General Police Department: Facilities Ready to Assist Lost Children During Naadam Celebrations 8 days
His Majesty the Emperor of Japan Visits Mongol Koosen Technology College 8 days
Mongolia and France Sign Memorandum to Expand Civil Aviation Cooperation 8 days
Mongolia Economic Forum 2025: Government Commits to Investor-Friendly Policies and Economic Diversification 8 days
Feasibility Study for Ulaanbaatar Tram Project Approved 8 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Visit Memorial Complex for Japanese Nationals 9 days
Government to Gather Public Input on Certain Actions to Be Implemented Within 100 Days 9 days
Mongolia and China Agree to Expand Cooperation in Animal and Plant Quarantine 9 days
Over 7,000 Participants Showcase National Dress at 19th “Deeltei Mongol” Festival 9 days
President of Mongolia and First Lady Hold Official Meeting with Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan 9 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Officially Welcomed 9 days
Exhibition of Mongol Chest Features 19th–20th Century Traditional Mongolian Chests 9 days
Buryat State University Launches Center for Mongolian Language and Culture 9 days
His Majesty the Emperor of Japan Visits the Water Supply and Sewerage Authority 10 days
European Bank for Reconstruction and Development to Increase Investments 10 days
Two Mongolian Boxers Win Medals at World Cup 10 days
Mongolia Hosts Asia-Pacific Air Transport Facilitation Forum 10 days
His Majesty the Emperor of Japan Introduced to Gachuurt Water Source Project 10 days
Uchral Nyam-Osor: Economic Immunity Must Be Outcome of Long-Term Intelligent Policy 10 days
His Majesty Emperor Naruhito of Japan Visits Chinggis Khaan National Museum 10 days
Mongolia Transports Coal to China by Rail and Road until Cross-Border Railway Completion 10 days
MiningWeek & MinePro 2025: “Mining Momentum in Mongolia: Driving Progress and Responsibility” 10 days
This Week in Mongolia 10 days
His Majesty Emperor Naruhito and Her Majesty Empress Masako of Japan Arrive in Mongolia on a State Visit 11 days
Masterworks of Modern Mongolian Craftsmen Exhibited at the Chinggis Khaan National Museum 13 days
Launch Event of the SOAP II Project in Darkhan-Uul Aimag 13 days
NEMA Reports Rising Risk of Floods and Wildfires Across Mongolia 13 days
Mongolian Participants Depart for 57th International Chemistry Olympiad in United Arab Emirates 13 days
National Forum of Civil Servants Emphasizes Reforms for Effective Public Service 13 days
“Open Parliament: Expert” Senior Experience Sharing Program to Be Implemented 13 days
Mongolia to Cooperate with South Korea in Developing Specialized Social Protection Services 13 days
Mongolia’s “TOP-100” Businesses of 2024 Recognized 13 days
Mongolia Records 24 Moderate Earthquakes in First Half of 2025 13 days
Discussion Held on Improving Cooperation with Neighboring Countries in the Transport Sector 14 days
U. Tuya: Human Rights Education to Be Delivered at All Levels from Preschool to Higher Education 14 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" 14 days
Nine State-Owned Energy Companies in Western Region Consolidated into Four 14 days
Functional Overlaps of Government Organizations to Be Eliminated 14 days
Mongolian Women’s Basketball Team Achieves Historic Silver Medal 14 days
The Bank of Mongolia Purchases 5.9 Tons of Precious Metals in First Half of 2025 14 days
International Standards for Biodiversity Conservation to Be Localized in Mongolia 14 days
Japan-Mongolia Sasakawa Scholarship Program to Be Implemented for 12 Years 14 days
89th “Mongolian Athletes’ Day” Celebrated 15 days
“Chinggis Khaan” International Airport Became One of the World’s Ten Most Improved Airports 15 days
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