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Parties nominate candidates for 2021 Presidential Election
Over the past weekend, two political parties and one coalition in the Mongolian parliament, State Great Khural, has completed selecting their candidates to run for the upcoming presidential election of Mongolia, scheduled on June 9, 2021. 
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Mongolia reports 911 new COVID-19 cases, two COVID-19 related deaths
 911 people were detected with coronavirus nationwide in the last 24 hours.
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COVID-19: 1,306 new cases detected
At the regular press briefing of the Ministry of Health today on May 1, it was reported that 1,306 new cases were detected in Mongolia after testing 13,506 people nationwide within the past 24 hours. About 90 percent of the new cases are close contacts of previously confirmed cases.
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Mongolia to provide USD 1 million in humanitarian assistance to India
The Government of Mongolia today, April 30, decided to provide USD 1 million as humanitarian assistance to India to help India deal with a massive surge in COVID-19 cases in the country. 
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Fully vaccinated citizens to be allowed to freely travel domestically
During the meeting, the commission members received the latest updates regarding the measures being taken against the COVID-19 infection, vaccination rollout and its procurement and delivery as well as works planned to be conducted in early May.
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COVID-19 infection cases rise by 1,356
At 11 a.m., today, the Ministry of Health provided updates on coronavirus situation in Mongolia. 
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Government of Japan to confer D.Lundeejantsan with the Order of the Rising Sun, Grand Cordon
The Government of Japan April 29, 2021, today, announced that in its 2021 Spring Conferment of Decorations on Foreign Nationals, it will confer Mr. Lundeejantsan.D with the Order of the Rising Sun, Grand Cordon.
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Presidential election candidates’ declaration of income, assets will be placed open to public
The Presidential Election of Mongolia will be held on June 9, 2021, throughout the country. Pursuant to Article 10.6 of the Anti-Corruption Law, Article 11.2 of the Law on Election, and Article 28.2.3 of the Law on Presidential Election of Mongolia, a candidate for the President of Mongolia shall submit their Declaration of Interest, Income, and Assets to the Independent Authority Against Corruption. 
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1,015 new cases registered, deaths from coronavirus exceed 100
Daily COVID-19 press briefing for today, April 29, by the Ministry of Health, reported that 1,015 new coronavirus cases were detected in the past 24 hours across the country after a total of 11,145 PCR tests were performed nationwide. 
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New category to support employment of people with disabilities launches
At the initiatives of youths having involved in ‘Young Leadership Program (YLP)’ being run by the Zorig Foundation for the 18th consecutive year, the project - ‘One billion worlds, one billion hearts’ is being successfully implemented.
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1,171 new coronavirus cases detected, death toll increases by 9
Daily COVID-19 press briefing for today, April 28, by the Ministry of Health, reported that 1,171 new coronavirus cases were detected in the past 24 hours after 10,758 PCR tests were conducted across the country. 
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Independent review on the cost overruns and schedule delays of the Oyu Tolgoi underground expansion
In November 2020, at the initiative of the Government of Mongolia, Erdenes Oyu Tolgoi LLC, through their nominated board members of Oyu Tolgoi LLC, submitted draft resolutions for the establishment of a Special Committee of the board of directors of Oyu Tolgoi LLC whose mandate is to appoint independent experts to conduct an independent review of the cost overruns and schedule delays of the underground expansion of the Oyu Tolgoi project.
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President addresses 77th session of UN Economic, Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific
Address by H.E. Mr. Khaltmaa Battulga, President of Mongolia, at the Seventy Seventh Session of The United Nations Economic And Social Commission For Asia And The Pacific 
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1,098 new coronavirus cases detected, death toll increases by 8
Daily COVID-19 press briefing for today, April 27, Tuesday, by the Ministry of Health reported that 1,098 new coronavirus cases were detected in the past 24 hours after 10,758 PCR tests were conducted across the country. 
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EU, WHO hand over essential equipment to support Mongolia’s response to COVID-19
Within the framework of “Mongolia COVID-19 Crisis Response” project (MCCR project) funded by the European Union and WHO, essential equipment and tools were handed over to the Ministry of Health to support Mongolia’s preparedness and response to the COVID-19 pandemic. This supply will help the country to mitigate immediate impacts of the COVID-19 crisis and strengthen the national health system in the medium- and long term.
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Ambassador Battur presents credentials to Co-Prince of Andorra, President of France
On 12 April 2021, H.E. Mr. Battur Avirmid, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Mongolia to the Principality of Andorra presented his Letter of Credence to His Excellency Mr. Emmanuel Macron, Co-Prince of Andorra, President of France and conveyed warm greetings of Mongolian President H.E. Mr. Battulga Khaltmaa. 
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Finance Minister takes part in World Bank/IMF Spring Meetings 2021
The 2021 Spring Meetings of the World Bank Group and the International Monetary Fund and related ancillary events took place virtually from Monday, April 5 to Sunday, April 11. 
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Mongolian Lamb to become name card of Mongolia
“Annual profitability from sheep flock in Mongolia could reach USD 1 billion, which equals to ¼ of the government budget and will definitely help promote the economic growth of the country.
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Mongolia sees decline in daily COVID-19 cases with 856 new cases
Daily COVID-19 press briefing for today, April 26, Monday, by the Ministry of Health reported that 856 new coronavirus cases were detected in the past 24 hours after more than 13,000 tests were carried out at PCR laboratories across the country. 
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Strict lockdown extended nationwide until May 8
The cabinet today, April 23, convened for an irregular meeting and decided to extend the current state of 'all-out-preparedness' and associated strict lockdown measures until 6 AM, May 8, Saturday. 
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Today Marks “Police and Internal Troops' Day“ 31 minutes
Prime Minister Orders to Accelerate Thermal Power Plant Repairs and Renovation 4 hours
The 2025 FISU World University Games Begin 5 hours
Prime Minister of Mongolia Affirms Full Support for Special Olympics Movement 2 days
River Levels Surpass Flood Thresholds Across Central Mongolia 2 days
World Leaders Congratulate President of Mongolia on National Naadam Festival 3 days
First Naadam Festival of the World Mongols Held in Brussels 4 days
Chuluun Sampildondov: The Mongolian Horse Has Long Been a Powerful Symbol of Diplomatic Tradition 4 days
New Champions Crowned as Mongolia Celebrates National Naadam with Pride 5 days
State Visit to Mongolia by Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Concludes 5 days
President of Mongolia and the Emperor of Japan Attend Soyolon Race at Khui Doloon Khudag 6 days
Chestnut Horse Trained by D. Munkhbat Wins National Naadam Soyolon Race 6 days
Tourists: The Music, Dance, and Horse Parade of Naadam Opening Ceremony Deeply Moving 6 days
Lunar-Spotted Bay Horse Trained by G. Buyantogtokh Wins National Naadam's Daaga Race 6 days
Chestnut Horse Trained by M. Tserenjav Wins National Naadam’s Ikh Nas Race 6 days
Over 800 Police Officers Deployed at Central Stadium During Naadam 6 days
Jochen Krueger: "The horseback part of the Naadam opening ceremony was my favorite" 6 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Attend Opening Ceremony of National Naadam Festival 7 days
National Naadam Commences with Grand Opening Ceremony 7 days
World Horse Day Celebrated for the First Time 7 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Visit Mongol–Japan Hospital 7 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and the Empress of Japan Visit Gandantegchenling Monastery 8 days
State Flag Day Observed with Military Parade 8 days
102 Wrestlers Holding National Titles to Compete in National Naadam Wrestling Tournament 8 days
Bay Horse Trained by B. Gantig Wins National Naadam’s Khyazaalan Race 8 days
Mongolia to Cooperate with The Asia Group to Improve Investment Climate 9 days
Ulaanbaatar Mayor Signs Memorandum of Understanding with UK Export Finance Agency to Boost Metro Project 9 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Visit General Education School in Ulaanbaatar 9 days
Prime Minister of Mongolia Holds Virtual Meeting with Local Governors 9 days
General Police Department: Facilities Ready to Assist Lost Children During Naadam Celebrations 9 days
His Majesty the Emperor of Japan Visits Mongol Koosen Technology College 9 days
Mongolia and France Sign Memorandum to Expand Civil Aviation Cooperation 9 days
Mongolia Economic Forum 2025: Government Commits to Investor-Friendly Policies and Economic Diversification 9 days
Feasibility Study for Ulaanbaatar Tram Project Approved 9 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Visit Memorial Complex for Japanese Nationals 10 days
Government to Gather Public Input on Certain Actions to Be Implemented Within 100 Days 10 days
Mongolia and China Agree to Expand Cooperation in Animal and Plant Quarantine 10 days
Over 7,000 Participants Showcase National Dress at 19th “Deeltei Mongol” Festival 10 days
President of Mongolia and First Lady Hold Official Meeting with Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan 10 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Officially Welcomed 10 days
Exhibition of Mongol Chest Features 19th–20th Century Traditional Mongolian Chests 10 days
Buryat State University Launches Center for Mongolian Language and Culture 10 days
His Majesty the Emperor of Japan Visits the Water Supply and Sewerage Authority 11 days
European Bank for Reconstruction and Development to Increase Investments 11 days
Two Mongolian Boxers Win Medals at World Cup 11 days
Mongolia Hosts Asia-Pacific Air Transport Facilitation Forum 11 days
His Majesty the Emperor of Japan Introduced to Gachuurt Water Source Project 11 days
Uchral Nyam-Osor: Economic Immunity Must Be Outcome of Long-Term Intelligent Policy 11 days
His Majesty Emperor Naruhito of Japan Visits Chinggis Khaan National Museum 11 days
Mongolia Transports Coal to China by Rail and Road until Cross-Border Railway Completion 11 days
MiningWeek & MinePro 2025: “Mining Momentum in Mongolia: Driving Progress and Responsibility” 11 days
This Week in Mongolia 11 days
His Majesty Emperor Naruhito and Her Majesty Empress Masako of Japan Arrive in Mongolia on a State Visit 12 days
Masterworks of Modern Mongolian Craftsmen Exhibited at the Chinggis Khaan National Museum 14 days
Launch Event of the SOAP II Project in Darkhan-Uul Aimag 14 days
NEMA Reports Rising Risk of Floods and Wildfires Across Mongolia 14 days
Mongolian Participants Depart for 57th International Chemistry Olympiad in United Arab Emirates 14 days
National Forum of Civil Servants Emphasizes Reforms for Effective Public Service 14 days
“Open Parliament: Expert” Senior Experience Sharing Program to Be Implemented 14 days
Mongolia to Cooperate with South Korea in Developing Specialized Social Protection Services 14 days
Mongolia’s “TOP-100” Businesses of 2024 Recognized 14 days
Mongolia Records 24 Moderate Earthquakes in First Half of 2025 14 days
Discussion Held on Improving Cooperation with Neighboring Countries in the Transport Sector 15 days
U. Tuya: Human Rights Education to Be Delivered at All Levels from Preschool to Higher Education 15 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" 15 days
Nine State-Owned Energy Companies in Western Region Consolidated into Four 15 days
Functional Overlaps of Government Organizations to Be Eliminated 15 days
Mongolian Women’s Basketball Team Achieves Historic Silver Medal 15 days
The Bank of Mongolia Purchases 5.9 Tons of Precious Metals in First Half of 2025 15 days
International Standards for Biodiversity Conservation to Be Localized in Mongolia 15 days
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