Highlights
Ulaanbaatar residents vote for priority local development projects for 2021
The current model system to directly ask citizens what improvements should be made in their living environment was initiated by capital city officials in 2013. Last year, Ulaanbaatar city residents voted how to spend the MNT 27 billion budgeted for the capital city by from the total budget of MNT 188 billion for the nationwide Local Development Fund in 2020.
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Number of media outlets increases to 502
A new statistical report on the Mongolian media sector of the Press Institute has been published.
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Ulaanbaatar allows sports halls, non-classroom training to resume operations
On April 30, the Governor of the capital city and Mayor of Ulaanbaatar issued an order to open sports hallss, pools, and dance studios, were temporarily shut down until April 30 and allow training centers to resume their study related activities except those that take place in classrooms.
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273 Mongolians transiting through South Korea arrive home
A chartered flight from Seoul, South Korea, bringing a total of 273 citizens transiting from 7 countries through Seoul, landed at the Chinggis Khaan International Airport in Ulaanbaatar at 8.40 pm yesterday, April 30.
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Groundbreaking ceremony held for 50-bed children’s hospital
A groundbreaking ceremony of a 50-bed hospital of the Second State Central Hospital was held on April 30 with Minister of Health D.Sarangerel, Ambassador of China to Mongolia Chai Wenrui, Deputy Minister of Education, Culture, Science and Sports G.Ganbayar and other officials in attendance.
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Parliament approves resolution to ensure financial and economic stability during COVID-19
Yesterday, April 29, the plenary meeting of the Parliament approved a resolution on the measures to ensure financial and economic stability, prevent risks and make the digital transition in public services during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Copper dombo as tall as a seated person
A copper dombo (traditional teapot) previously used at the Delgeriin Choiriin Khiid Monastery in Darvi soum, Khovd aimag is currently being kept at the Museum of Khovd aimag. The dombo has a capacity of 16 liters and weighs 20 kg.
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COVID-19 prevention law passed
Plenary meeting of the Parliament adopted yesterday a Law on COVID-19 prevention, fight, and mitigation of its socioeconomic impact, submitted by MPs J.Enkhbayar and Kh.Nyambaatar.
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Deputy Agriculture Minister meets Mongolia’s Honorary Consul to Uzbekistan
Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Light Industry J.Saule on April 29 met with Honorary Consul of Mongolia to the Republic of Uzbekistan Abdugafur Yuldashevich Rakhimov.
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Mongolia’s effort against money laundering and financial crime praised
On April 3, Governor of the Bank of Mongolia (BoM) held a meeting with the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the U.S. to Mongolia Michael S. Klecheski.
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Cabinet meeting news in brief
At its regular meeting on April 29, the Cabinet made the following decisions:
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Skilled public healthcare workers to receive bonus payments
At its regular meeting on April 29, the Cabinet amended the regulations on rewarding public servants and public healthcare workers with bonus payments and skill-based pay, entitling some skilled workers and retirees of the public and health care sectors to years of service awards, skill-based pay, and hazard pay.
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Parties and candidates expected to spend over MNT470 billion for 2020 parliamentary election
On April 28, President Kh.Battulga met with the chairman and members of the General Election Commission of Mongolia (GEC), hearing about the results of the previous meeting and how the GEC is preparing for the forthcoming election in a time of the pandemic
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Around 800 Mongolians to arrive on charter flights this week
As per the decision of the State Emergency Commission and the Government of Mongolia, 807 Mongolian nationals will be brought back to Mongolia on three charter flights scheduled on April 30, May 1 and 2, reported the operative team of the State Emergency Commission today, April 29.
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Drill for COVID-19 emergency response to take place next week
To prevent Covid-19 infections and strengthen Covid-19 preparedness and response, a drill will be conducted in Ulaanbaatar from May 6 to 8.
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Inner Mongolia of China donates lab test kits and equipment to Mongolia
The People’s Government of the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region of the People’s Republic of China has donated 10,000 laboratory diagnostic test kits and equipment worth a total of MNT 420 million (CNY 1,093,460).
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Government resolution on Erdenes Tavantolgoi JSC partially revoked
At its irregular meeting on April 27, the Cabinet decided to revoke clause 2 of its resolution No. 296 of 2019 on the measures to be taken in regard with the Erdenes Tavantolgoi JSC.
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Prime Minister visits prosthetic and orthopedic factories
On April 28, Prime Minister of Mongolia U.Khurelsukh became acquainted with the operations at prosthetic and orthopedic factories, receiving the suggestions of the factory workers and making corresponding decisions.
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Heightened state of readiness extended until May 31
At its meeting held today, State Emergency Commission made a decision to extend the period of heightened state of readiness until May 31.
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Small public gardens being built on previously unused lands
On April 25, officials led by Ulaanbaatar General Manager T.Gantumur visited the small public garden under development in the 4th subdistrict of Chingeltei district.
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Prime Minister of Mongolia Affirms Full Support for Special Olympics Movement 10 hours
River Levels Surpass Flood Thresholds Across Central Mongolia 10 hours
World Leaders Congratulate President of Mongolia on National Naadam Festival 1 day
First Naadam Festival of the World Mongols Held in Brussels 2 days
Chuluun Sampildondov: The Mongolian Horse Has Long Been a Powerful Symbol of Diplomatic Tradition 2 days
New Champions Crowned as Mongolia Celebrates National Naadam with Pride 3 days
State Visit to Mongolia by Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Concludes 3 days
President of Mongolia and the Emperor of Japan Attend Soyolon Race at Khui Doloon Khudag 4 days
Chestnut Horse Trained by D. Munkhbat Wins National Naadam Soyolon Race 4 days
Tourists: The Music, Dance, and Horse Parade of Naadam Opening Ceremony Deeply Moving 4 days
Lunar-Spotted Bay Horse Trained by G. Buyantogtokh Wins National Naadam's Daaga Race 4 days
Chestnut Horse Trained by M. Tserenjav Wins National Naadam’s Ikh Nas Race 4 days
Over 800 Police Officers Deployed at Central Stadium During Naadam 4 days
Jochen Krueger: "The horseback part of the Naadam opening ceremony was my favorite" 4 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Attend Opening Ceremony of National Naadam Festival 5 days
National Naadam Commences with Grand Opening Ceremony 5 days
World Horse Day Celebrated for the First Time 5 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Visit Mongol–Japan Hospital 5 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and the Empress of Japan Visit Gandantegchenling Monastery 6 days
State Flag Day Observed with Military Parade 6 days
102 Wrestlers Holding National Titles to Compete in National Naadam Wrestling Tournament 6 days
Bay Horse Trained by B. Gantig Wins National Naadam’s Khyazaalan Race 6 days
Mongolia to Cooperate with The Asia Group to Improve Investment Climate 7 days
Ulaanbaatar Mayor Signs Memorandum of Understanding with UK Export Finance Agency to Boost Metro Project 7 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Visit General Education School in Ulaanbaatar 7 days
Prime Minister of Mongolia Holds Virtual Meeting with Local Governors 7 days
General Police Department: Facilities Ready to Assist Lost Children During Naadam Celebrations 7 days
His Majesty the Emperor of Japan Visits Mongol Koosen Technology College 7 days
Mongolia and France Sign Memorandum to Expand Civil Aviation Cooperation 7 days
Mongolia Economic Forum 2025: Government Commits to Investor-Friendly Policies and Economic Diversification 7 days
Feasibility Study for Ulaanbaatar Tram Project Approved 8 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Visit Memorial Complex for Japanese Nationals 8 days
Government to Gather Public Input on Certain Actions to Be Implemented Within 100 Days 8 days
Mongolia and China Agree to Expand Cooperation in Animal and Plant Quarantine 8 days
Over 7,000 Participants Showcase National Dress at 19th “Deeltei Mongol” Festival 8 days
President of Mongolia and First Lady Hold Official Meeting with Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan 8 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Officially Welcomed 8 days
Exhibition of Mongol Chest Features 19th–20th Century Traditional Mongolian Chests 8 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 9 days
European Bank for Reconstruction and Development to Increase Investments 9 days
Two Mongolian Boxers Win Medals at World Cup 9 days
Mongolia Hosts Asia-Pacific Air Transport Facilitation Forum 9 days
His Majesty the Emperor of Japan Introduced to Gachuurt Water Source Project 9 days
Uchral Nyam-Osor: Economic Immunity Must Be Outcome of Long-Term Intelligent Policy 9 days
His Majesty Emperor Naruhito of Japan Visits Chinggis Khaan National Museum 9 days
Mongolia Transports Coal to China by Rail and Road until Cross-Border Railway Completion 9 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 10 days
Masterworks of Modern Mongolian Craftsmen Exhibited at the Chinggis Khaan National Museum 12 days
Launch Event of the SOAP II Project in Darkhan-Uul Aimag 12 days
NEMA Reports Rising Risk of Floods and Wildfires Across Mongolia 12 days
Mongolian Participants Depart for 57th International Chemistry Olympiad in United Arab Emirates 12 days
National Forum of Civil Servants Emphasizes Reforms for Effective Public Service 12 days
“Open Parliament: Expert” Senior Experience Sharing Program to Be Implemented 12 days
Mongolia to Cooperate with South Korea in Developing Specialized Social Protection Services 12 days
Mongolia’s “TOP-100” Businesses of 2024 Recognized 12 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 13 days
U. Tuya: Human Rights Education to Be Delivered at All Levels from Preschool to Higher Education 13 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" 13 days
Nine State-Owned Energy Companies in Western Region Consolidated into Four 13 days
Functional Overlaps of Government Organizations to Be Eliminated 13 days
Mongolian Women’s Basketball Team Achieves Historic Silver Medal 13 days
The Bank of Mongolia Purchases 5.9 Tons of Precious Metals in First Half of 2025 13 days
International Standards for Biodiversity Conservation to Be Localized in Mongolia 13 days
Japan-Mongolia Sasakawa Scholarship Program to Be Implemented for 12 Years 13 days
89th “Mongolian Athletes’ Day” Celebrated 14 days
“Chinggis Khaan” International Airport Became One of the World’s Ten Most Improved Airports 14 days
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