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ADB project to expand cash grants for children in Mongolia
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a $73 million loan to improve social welfare support for the poor and vulnerable, especially women and children, to mitigate the socioeconomic impacts of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic in Mongolia.
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1 million livestock offspring received nationwide so far
As of March 19, 1.1 million dams or 4.8 percent of the total number of dams have delivered offspring, with survival rate currently at 97 percent. 
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COVID-19: 206 new cases recorded
206 people were diagnosed with coronavirus after performing 12,326 tests nationwide in the last 24 hours.
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210 new cases of COVID-19 reported in the past 24 hours
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/. It was reported during today’s press briefing of the Ministry of Health that 210 new cases of COVID-19 detected after 10,049 tests performed nationwide in the past 24 hours. It means the highest number of cases within a day, since the first locally confirmed case was recorded.
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Over 209,000 people in Mongolia partially vaccinated against COVID-19
It was reported at today’s COVID-19 daily briefing by the Ministry of Health, a total of 209,278 people in Mongolia have received the first dose of vaccine against COIVD-19. Among them, 205,844 people in Ulaanbaatar city and 3,434 people – mine workers in Umnugobi aimag have been vaccinated. 
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Today marks 40th anniversary of Mongolia’s first space flight
Today marks the 40th anniversary of the first space flight by a Mongolian. On this day in 1981, Hero of Mongolian People’s Republic, Hero of USSR Jugderdemidiin Gurragchaa along with twice Hero of USSR, Hero of Mongolian People’s Republic, Soviet cosmonaut V.A.Dzhanibekov flew into space on the Soyuz 39 spacecraft, landing back on Earth at 7.42 pm on March 30. 
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Mongolian boxers and table tennis players qualify for Tokyo Olympics
Mongolian boxers M.Myagmarjargal and E.Tsendbaatar, who had been ranked high, qualified for Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games. 
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Mongolian students to study at the University of Missouri with preferential tuition fees
A Memorandum of Understanding was established between the Ministry of Education and Science and the University of Missouri-Kansas City, USA.
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Exhibition of works by Mongolian artists opens in Moscow
At the initiative of the Ministry of Culture and State Museum of Oriental Art of the Russian Federation, ‘Mongolia at the meeting point of eras’ exhibition of masterpieces of Mongolian artists opened at the Russian State Museum of Oriental Art on March 18.
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ADB Project secures $175 million in funding from the Green Climate Fund
ULAANBAATAR, MONGOLIA (19 March 2021) — The Green Climate Fund (GCF) has approved $175 million in funding for an Asian Development Bank (ADB) program to support the Government of Mongolia’s efforts to improve rangeland management and reduce climate vulnerability of its rural economy.
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Mongolia’s trade policy review takes place
Mongolia’s trade policy review is being discussed by the World Trade Organization (WTO) on March 17-19.
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First training organized at newly established smart distance-learning hall
The rapid development of information technology is revolutionizing many areas, one of which is the vocational education sector. 
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By-poll in Songinokhairkhan District scheduled on October 10
During March 18 plenary session of the State Great Khural, the Mongolian Parliament, adopted an amendment to the parliamentary resolution No. 40, which re-schedules the poll day for the by-election in the 28th constituency of the 2020 parliamentary elections in Songinokhairkhan district of Ulaanbaatar city. 
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158 new cases of COVID-19 detected, total reaches 4,498
It was reported during today’s press briefing of the Ministry of Health that 158 new cases of COVID-19 detected after 17,044 tests performed nationwide in the past 24 hours. It means the highest number of cases within a day, since the first locally confirmed case was recorded.
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UK to partner with Mongolia in climate change mitigation
On March 16, Minister of Environment and Tourism N.Urtnasan received Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland Philip Malone to discuss the pressing issue of climate change as well as greenhouse gas emission.
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26th khoroo of Bayanzurkh District in Ulaanbaatar placed under lockdown
The Emergency Commission of the Bayanzurkh District in Ulaanbaatar city has reported that increased restrictions are placed in the 26th Khoroo of the Bayanzurkh District, beginning from 6 AM, March 17, Wednesday until 11 PM, March 21, Sunday.
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COVID-19: 130 new cases reported
At 11 a.m., today, the Ministry of Health reports that 130 people were diagnosed with coronavirus after testing 16,800 people nationwide in the last 24 hours.
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Deputy PM obliges officials to treat patients with mild symptoms at home
On March 16, Deputy Prime Minister S.Amarsaikhan worked at the Ministry of Health to check on the progress of the tasks that were given by the State Emergency Commission (SEC).
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Mongolia confirms stable population of the snow leopard
Mongolia released the results of its first nationwide snow leopard survey, showing that there are 953 (806 – 1127) of these adult big cats in the country.
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Ministry of Environment and Tourism, FAO, WWF join hands to reverse land degradation
On March 16, Vinod Ahuja, Representative of Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) in Mongolia had a courtesy meeting with N.Urtnasan, Minister of Environment and Tourism (MoET) to exchange views on bilateral cooperation in environment sector.
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Over 150 Companies Participate in Mongolia–Kyrgyzstan Business Forum 7 hours
“Beautiful Country of Mongolia” Photo Exhibition Opens in Bishkek 7 hours
Morin Khuur Exhibition Opens in the Kyrgyz Republic 10 hours
Prime Minister Orders Review of Tripartite Agreement on Labor and Social Partnership by July 30 10 hours
270.8 Thousand Legal Entities Registered in Business Registry 10 hours
Social Insurance Revenue Rises in First Half of 2025 10 hours
B. Erdenedalai: Measures Under Way to Boost Productivity, Balance Workloads, Ensure Social Protection 11 hours
President of Mongolia Meets with Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic 1 day
President of Mongolia Meets with Speaker of Parliament of the Kyrgyz Republic 1 day
Archaeologists Complete Rescue Conservation of Xianbei‑Period Chambered Tomb 1 day
Mongolia Marks Day of Court Decision Enforcement Personnel 1 day
“Chinggis Khaan” International Airport Served 2 Million Passengers in 2024 1 day
Emergency Service Officers Save 41 Lives Nationwide 1 day
Mongolian Artists Win Silver Cup at "IDOL" World Circus Art Festival 2025 1 day
Climate and Land Degradation Impacts on Rural Women and Girls Discussed in New York 1 day
Third Shusha Global Media Forum: Azerbaijani President Emphasizes the Importance of Open, Friendly Dialogue on Key Issues 2 days
President of the Kyrgyz Republic Officially Welcomes President of Mongolia 2 days
President of Mongolia Pays Tribute at the Great Urkun Memorial Monument 2 days
Mongolia and the Kyrgyz Republic Establish a Comprehensive Partnership 2 days
President of Mongolia and President of the Kyrgyz Hold Official Talks 2 days
T. Iderjavkhlan Wins "Serbia Open 2025" Challengers Chess Tournament 2 days
Young Mongolian Judokas Win 16 Medals at Hong Kong Cadet Asian Cup 2025 2 days
Mongolian Road Network Reaches 112,000 Kilometers 2 days
172 Monks Graduated from Educational Reintegration Program 2 days
Mongolian Team Wins Six Medals at International Mathematical Olympiad 3 days
Police Major Sh. Arvinbayar Wins Third Place in Sharp Blade 2025 International Sniper Competition 3 days
President of Mongolia Arrives in the Kyrgyz Republic for a State Visit 3 days
This Week in Mongolia 3 days
Croatian Minister of Foreign and European Affairs Pays Courtesy Call on Prime Minister Zandanshatar Gombojav 5 days
S. Enkhtuvshin: I Built The Car I Envisioned 45 Years Ago 5 days
New Transport and Logistics Route to Be Established 5 days
Today Marks “Police and Internal Troops' Day“ 5 days
Prime Minister Orders to Accelerate Thermal Power Plant Repairs and Renovation 5 days
The 2025 FISU World University Games Begin 5 days
Prime Minister of Mongolia Affirms Full Support for Special Olympics Movement 7 days
River Levels Surpass Flood Thresholds Across Central Mongolia 7 days
World Leaders Congratulate President of Mongolia on National Naadam Festival 8 days
First Naadam Festival of the World Mongols Held in Brussels 9 days
Chuluun Sampildondov: The Mongolian Horse Has Long Been a Powerful Symbol of Diplomatic Tradition 9 days
New Champions Crowned as Mongolia Celebrates National Naadam with Pride 10 days
State Visit to Mongolia by Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Concludes 10 days
President of Mongolia and the Emperor of Japan Attend Soyolon Race at Khui Doloon Khudag 11 days
Chestnut Horse Trained by D. Munkhbat Wins National Naadam Soyolon Race 11 days
Tourists: The Music, Dance, and Horse Parade of Naadam Opening Ceremony Deeply Moving 11 days
Lunar-Spotted Bay Horse Trained by G. Buyantogtokh Wins National Naadam's Daaga Race 11 days
Chestnut Horse Trained by M. Tserenjav Wins National Naadam’s Ikh Nas Race 11 days
Over 800 Police Officers Deployed at Central Stadium During Naadam 11 days
Jochen Krueger: "The horseback part of the Naadam opening ceremony was my favorite" 11 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Attend Opening Ceremony of National Naadam Festival 12 days
National Naadam Commences with Grand Opening Ceremony 12 days
World Horse Day Celebrated for the First Time 12 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Visit Mongol–Japan Hospital 12 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and the Empress of Japan Visit Gandantegchenling Monastery 13 days
State Flag Day Observed with Military Parade 13 days
102 Wrestlers Holding National Titles to Compete in National Naadam Wrestling Tournament 13 days
Bay Horse Trained by B. Gantig Wins National Naadam’s Khyazaalan Race 13 days
Mongolia to Cooperate with The Asia Group to Improve Investment Climate 14 days
Ulaanbaatar Mayor Signs Memorandum of Understanding with UK Export Finance Agency to Boost Metro Project 14 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Visit General Education School in Ulaanbaatar 14 days
Prime Minister of Mongolia Holds Virtual Meeting with Local Governors 14 days
General Police Department: Facilities Ready to Assist Lost Children During Naadam Celebrations 14 days
His Majesty the Emperor of Japan Visits Mongol Koosen Technology College 14 days
Mongolia and France Sign Memorandum to Expand Civil Aviation Cooperation 14 days
Mongolia Economic Forum 2025: Government Commits to Investor-Friendly Policies and Economic Diversification 14 days
Feasibility Study for Ulaanbaatar Tram Project Approved 14 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Visit Memorial Complex for Japanese Nationals 15 days
Government to Gather Public Input on Certain Actions to Be Implemented Within 100 Days 15 days
Mongolia and China Agree to Expand Cooperation in Animal and Plant Quarantine 15 days
Over 7,000 Participants Showcase National Dress at 19th “Deeltei Mongol” Festival 15 days
President of Mongolia and First Lady Hold Official Meeting with Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan 15 days
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