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Mongolian Premier Meets President of the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development
Prime Minister of Mongolia Oyun-Erdene Luvsannamsrai met with Odile Renaud-Basso, President of the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development, during the 54th Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos-Klosters, Switzerland. At the beginning of the meeting, the Prime Minister noted that over the past 17 years, the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development has provided financing in the form of loans and investments for a total of 137 government and private sector projects in Mongolia. This has made a valuable contribution to the diversification and development of the economy. He also expressed gratitude for the joint implementation of the project to build two additional lanes on the Ulaanbaatar-Darkhan Road. Furthermore, they exchanged opinions on expanding cooperation in the future, such as jointly implementing the capital's highway infrastructure, exits, metro construction, and urgent projects like border port modernization and port road construction in Mongolia.
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Cooperation with Switzerland in Development of Winter Tourism Discussed
On January 16, Prime Minister of Mongolia Oyun-Erdene Luvsannamsrai met with the President of the Swiss Confederation Ms. Viola Patricia Amherd during the 54th Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum being held in Davos-Klosters, Switzerland.
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Prime Minister of Mongolia Pays Courtesy Call on President of the Republic of Singapore
Prime Minister of Mongolia Oyun-Erdene Luvsannamsrai met with the President of the Republic of Singapore Tharman Shanmugaratnam during his participation in the 54th Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum being held in in  Davos-Klosters, Switzerland.
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Prime Minister of Mongolia Taking Part in the World Economic Forum
The 54th Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum (WEF) started on January 15, 2024, in  Davos-Klosters, Switzerland and Prime Minister of Mongolia Oyun-Erdene Luvsannamsrai participated in the opening ceremony of the Forum.
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Mongol Script Manual for Civil Servants Issued
Our country will become a dual script country from 2025. There is one year left to prepare for this. The work accomplished in the past and the preparations for the upcoming year were discussed at the National Conference on 'Problems and Solutions of Mongolian Language and Writing,' held at the Central Cultural Palace yesterday.To address the legal aspects of conducting public affairs in Cyrillic and Mongol Script:• On February 12, 2015, the State Great Khural approved the law on the Mongolian language for the conduct of public affairs in dual script form, effective from January 1, 2025,• The Prime Minister of Mongolia issued Decree No. 144 of 2020 regarding the preparation work for this initiative, It is worth mentioning that the National Program for Mongol Script is currently being implemented within the framework of the law.
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Bolor-Erdene and Surenjav Secure Paralympic Participation Rights for "Paris-2024"
Yesterday, International Taekwon-Do Federation announced the athletes who received the right to participate in the “Paris-2024” Summer Paralympic Games. From Mongolia, two athletes have secured a place in the Paralympic Games. In the men’s 63 kg category, G.Bolor-Erdene, a five-time World and Asian Champion, Champion of the Asian Games, and Honored Athlete of Mongolia, will be competing. In the women’s 52 kg category, U.Surenjav, a World bronze medalist and silver medalist of the Asian Games, will represent Mongolia.
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“Responsible Nomad” Lunar New Year Trade Fair Opens
"Responsible Nomad" Lunar New Year Trade Fair has opened on the 7th floor of the State Department Store.This Trade fair, organized jointly by herders' cooperatives and national producers, is characterized by the direct flow of raw materials and products from herdsmen to the factory without intermediaries and the final products then reach consumers. The organizers said that the products set for export are being presented. For example, in the case of cup bags, the information of the herders who prepared and supplied the leather is included in the source team of the manufacturer who processed the product according to the standard, along with a quality certificate and a QR code.
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This Week in Mongolia
Summary of events for the week of January 15-21, 2024.In Ulaanbaatar: January 15: Regular session of the Mongolian People’s Party and Democratic Party in the State Great Khural will be held in the State Palace.January 15: The State Great Khural’s Standing Committee on Justice and the working group responsible for preparing the draft for the revision of the Family Law at the standing committee and general meetings and preparing opinions will hold a discussion on the draft of the revision of the Family Law.January 15: “Amar baina uu-2024” trade fair will open at the "New 100 Ail" service center.January 15-17: The international ice craft competition will be held at "Sky Resort". January 16: The hearing of the candidate for the member of the Civil Service Council will be held in the State Palace.
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President Khurelsukh Works at National Light Industry Enterprises
The President of Mongolia, Khurelsukh Ukhnaa yesterday worked at “Buligaar” JSC, which operates in the light industry sector.
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Cooperation with Japan in Human Development Highlighted
Minister of Education and Sciences L. Enkh-Amgalan received Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Japan to Mongolia Igawahara Masaru.
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Mongolian Calligrapher – 2023: From National to International Contest
To celebrate the most exceptional and dedicated calligraphers, both from Mongolia and around the world, the annual Contest ‘Mongolian Calligrapher -2023’ was successfully organized by ‘Khumuun Bichig’ newspaper of MONTSAME National News Agency for the 27th year and selected the best calligraphers in Mongol Script in eight categories. 
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Mongolia and the Benelux Countries Agree to Visa-Free Travel for Official Passport Holders
Mongolia and Benelux countries (Belgium, the Netherlands, and Luxembourg) have signed an agreement on the exemption of visa requirements for diplomatic and official passport holders.
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New Taxi Service to be Introduced in the Capital Next Month
The modernization of the capital's public transport will not be measured only by the introduction of buses. The Governor of the Capital, Kh.Nyambaatar, emphasized during a meeting with journalists that trams, taxis, cable cars, and the subway will be developed together. Citing the taxi service as an example, he stressed the importance of registering taxis and drivers. He mentioned that a business model for franchising with uniform taxi service standards is currently being developed. Specifically, the business module includes:
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Draft Law on Amendments to the State Austerity Law to be Submitted to the State Great Khural
After discussing the draft Law on amendments to the State Austerity Law, the Cabinet decided to submit it to the State Great Khural of Mongolia for urgent discussion, in compliance with the Law on the Procedure of the Plenary Session of the State Great Khural on January 10, 2024.
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LED Lights Illuminate Crosswalks Near Schools in Ulaanbaatar
More than half of the 694 children injured in road and transport accidents across the country last year bore the brunt in the capital city itself. 
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Japan to Fund Khuvsgul Aimag's General Hospital Renovation
The Grant Assistance for Grassroots Human Security Projects of the Government of Japan will fund the interior renovation of the General Hospital of Khuvsgul Aimag. Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Japan to Mongolia Igawahara Masaru and Governor of Khuvsgul aimag P. Lkhagvajav signed the project contract on January 9, 2024. 
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International Open Tender for Ulaanbaatar Metro to be Announced This Month
In Ulaanbaatar, the capital has initiated the construction of a high-capacity metro. The Capital Governor and Ulaanbaatar City Mayor, Nyambaatar Khishgee, presented this development to journalists yesterday.The Mayor, in his address, highlighted that the construction of the metro project has commenced, following recent government discussions on financing. The capital city itself will bear 100 percent of the budget. Additionally, in the event of a need to guarantee construction performance, the government has the authority to issue a partial guarantee. A meeting of the Governor's Council of the capital is scheduled to discuss the construction. In the upcoming weeks, the budget will be presented at the meeting of citizens' representatives, with subsequent approval of the results.
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Postage Stamp "Year of the Dragon" Issued
On the occasion of the 100th anniversary of the first issuance of the Mongolian stamp, the “Year of the Dragon” stamp dedicated to the wooden dragon year of the 17th century named “Khilent ekh” has been put into circulation.
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“Mazaalai” International Ice Festival Set to Take Place
“Mazaalai” International Ice Festival will be held for the first time to boost winter tourism. Scheduled to be hosted at the "Sky Resort" ski resort, the Festival will include a 50-meter-long ice rink, a 12-meter-wide, 22-meter-long ice slide designed to accommodate a large number of people, and a remarkable 56.4-meter-long Mongolian snow sculpture.
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"If Only I Could Hibernate" Receives Its First Award of the Year
"If Only I Could Hibernate," a feature film directed by P. Zoljargal, continues to garner international attention, adding another award to its growing list of accolades. 
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Mongolia and the Republic of Uzbekistan Elevate the Reletions to Comprehensive Partnership 18 minutes
President of Mongolia and President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Held Official Talks 1 hour
President of Mongolia Welcomes President of the Republic of Uzbekistan 4 hours
President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev Arrives in Mongolia for a State Visit 5 hours
Mongolia-British Parliamentary Group Welcomes Members of Parliament of the United Kingdom 6 hours
Ulaanbaatar Launches Integrated Tele-Monitoring Center 6 hours
Promissory Notes in the Cashmere Sector: A New Financial Instrument for the Agricultural Industry 7 hours
Uzbekistan - Mongolia: A New Stage of Multifaceted Cooperation 9 hours
Mongolia and Uzbekistan to Develop Cooperation in Tourism 10 hours
Mongolian Team “Alpha Gaming” Wins the PUBG Mobile Super League – Central & South Asia Spring 2025 1 day
Health Minister Meets ADB Country Director to Discuss Projects and Programs in Health Sector 1 day
The First National Shearing and Woolhandling Championships Hosted with Over 100 Participants 1 day
“MongolZ” Makes History: The First Asian Team to Win 2nd Place in World Counter-Strike Championship 1 day
2025 FIBA 3x3 World Cup to Be Held on Sukhbaatar Square 1 day
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President of the Republic of Uzbekistan to Pay a State Visit to Mongolia 1 day
Parliamentary Resolution for Establishing Green Financing System Approved 4 days
Meeting Held with Representatives from OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights 4 days
His Majesty Emperor Naruhito and Her Majesty Queen Masako to Pay State Visit to Mongolia 4 days
Funds Raised from Bond to Be Allocated for Milk and Dairy Production 5 days
Smart Greenhouse Complex to Be Established in Ulaanbaatar 5 days
Thermal Power Stations Instructed to Work under Special Regime 5 days
Government Discusses Amendments to State Budget at Its First Session 5 days
Mongolian Writers to Take Part in Beijing International Book Fair 6 days
Mongolian Darts Player Tergel Khurelkhuu Tops the World Rankings 6 days
Prime Minister of Mongolia Appoints Ministers 6 days
Prime Minister Presents Nominees for Members of the Government to President of Mongolia 7 days
Gankhaich Wins Bronze Medal at World Judo Championships 7 days
State Great Khural Members Meet IMF Staff Team 7 days
Mongolian Boxers Win 16 Medals at the World Boxing Cup European Series 2025 8 days
Mongolia Promotes Its Culture at the Festival of Embassies in Prague 8 days
Mongolia to Cooperate with the United Kingdom in the Field of Mineral Resources 8 days
Open-Air Museum to Be Established on the Ruins of Old City of Kharakhorum 8 days
GMIT Celebrates Graduation of Eighth Cohort 8 days
“Mongol-B” Team Wins Gold Medal at the World Rapid and Blitz Team Championships 8 days
General Department of Taxation Awarded Silver Gender Equality Seal 8 days
Young People with Disabilities Launch Advocacy Campaign 8 days
This Week in Mongolia 9 days
Reconstruction of Kharkhorin City Begins 9 days
Early Detection for Autism Spectrum Disorders to Be Improved 11 days
Mongolian and International MMA Fighters to Participate in the “Khangarid Cup” 11 days
Uilstuguldur Altankhuyag Appointed Chief of Staff of the Office of the President of Mongolia 11 days
Mongolia-People’s Republic of China Joint Border Commission Agrees on Infrastructure and Security Priorities 11 days
“Chopiniana” and “Paquita” Ballets to be Staged at the Mongolian State Academic Theatre of Opera and Ballet 11 days
372 Athletes Will Receive Ranking Points for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games 11 days
“Morin Khuur” Play Named Best at Baikal Mascot International Theater Festival 11 days
34th Prime Minister Zandanshatar Gombojav Receives Government Seal of Mongolia 11 days
People's Artist E. Amartuvshin Named One of the World's Top Five Opera Singers 11 days
Gold, Mined by Artisanal and Small-Scale Miners of Mongolia to Be Supplied to International Jewelry Companies 11 days
Zandanshatar Gombojav Appointed as Prime Minister of Mongolia 12 days
Student Police to Provide Assistance and Information for Tourists in Ulaanbaatar 12 days
Center of Excellence for English Language Teaching Opens in Ulaanbaatar 12 days
FIDE World Rapid and Blitz Team Chess Championships 2025 Underway 12 days
Standing Committee on State Structure Approves Proposal to Appoint Zandanshatar Gombojav as Prime Minister 12 days
President of Mongolia Submits Proposal to Nominate Zandanshatar Gombojav as Prime Minister of Mongolia to Parliament 12 days
Construction Work on 41 Hectares of Selbe Sub-Center Project Open for the Private Sector 12 days
Asia Folk 2025 Festival to Be Held for the Seventh Year in Ulaanbaatar 12 days
Lawyer Robert Painter: “It’s a Joy to See the T-Bataar Back Home and Smiling Happier Than Ever” 12 days
“Khasyn Khuleguud” Team Advances to the Semifinals of the Basketball Champions League Asia 2025 12 days
Asia Reference Center for Election Observation to Be Established in Mongolia 12 days
Mongolia Participates in the 113th Session of the International Labor Conference in Geneva 12 days
Draft Law on Amendments to the Law on the State Great Khural Submitted 12 days
Playtime Festival to Welcome 100,000 Attendees 13 days
Mongolian Boxers Claim Twelve Medals at World Boxing Cup European Series 2025 13 days
Mongolia Celebrates Buddha Day Nationwide 13 days
Mongolian Basketball Team “Xac Broncos” Advances to Basketball Champions Asia Quarterfinals 14 days
Mongolian Judokas to Compete in the 2025 World Judo Championships Depart for Budapest 14 days
“Danshig Naadam - Khuree Tsam 2025” to Be Held on June 27-29 14 days
Ministry of Environment and Climate Change of Mongolia and the Global Land Initiative to Cooperate in Combating Desertification and Land Degradation 14 days
Silver Gerege Discovered on the Territory of Mongolia for the First Time 14 days
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