Highlights
Five Percent of GDP of Mongolia to be Spent in Education Sector
The Ministry of Education and Science of Mongolia is set to allocate financing for 442 educational projects amounting to MNT 744.8 billion in 2024. This year, the overall budget allocated to the education sector will be 4.2 trillion MNT, five percent of the gross domestic product. 
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Major General Erdenebat Appointed as Force Commander of the United Nations Peacekeeping Force in Cyprus
On January 2, 2024 Secretary-General of the United Nations Antonio Guterres appointed Major General Erdenebat Batsuuri as Force Commander of the United Nations Peacekeeping Force in Cyprus. 
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Amendments to the Criminal Code Toughens Penalties for Crimes Against Minors
The Amendments to the Criminal Code and Amendments to the Law on Offence are taking effect from the beginning of 2024. In this regard, the Ministry of Justice and Internal Affairs of Mongolia briefed on the significant changes made in the Criminal Code and the Law on Offence.
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Decisions Made at the Cabinet Session
During its regular session on January 3, 2024, the Cabinet made the following decisions: 
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Nomads' Cups on Display at the National Museum of Mongolia
“The Nomads’ Cups” a special exhibition is on display at the National Museum of Mongolia. A cup is one part of the rich heritage and customs of the Mongols. In addition to the customs related to cups and utensils inherited from the ancient nomads passing thousands of years, the exhibits offer minimalistic designs as well as superior craftsmanship.
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Mongolia to Boost Tourism under Brand Name "GoMongolia" in 2024
Prime Minister of Mongolia made remarks at the Opening Ceremony of the Mongolian National Brand “GoMongolia” on December 30, 2023. 
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Chairman of State Great Khural Visits Aimags with High Risk of Zud
Over 81 percent of the country's territory is covered with snow and approximately 70 percent of the total territory is at high risk of zud.  In this context, the Chairman of the Great Khural of Mongolia G. Zandanshatar visited aimags and soums to oversee winter conditions and the measures.
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Over 5,000 Individuals Take Part in Sunrise Tour
The tradition of organizing New Year's sunrise tours began two decades ago, initiated by the Ulaanbaatar railway team with just two wagons. The 20th edition of this sunrise tour featured an expansion to 21 wagons.
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President Khurelsukh Extends New Year Greetings
On the New Year’s Eve, H.E. Khurelsukh Ukhnaa, President of Mongolia, extended greetings to the citizens of Mongolia in a televised message. 
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2023 in Review: The Highlight Events in Mongolia
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Government to Provide Long-Term Support to Private Sector
The Law on Public-Private Partnership developed by the Government and approved by the Parliament will come into force from January 1, 2024.
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The Value of Freedom Exhibition Opens in the Bogd Khaan Palace Museum
On this historic day, a special exhibition dedicated to the 112th anniversary of the restoration of national freedom and independence will be open at the Bogd Khaan Palace Museum. 
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Elementary School Students to Have Electronic Textbooks
There are criticisms from parents that secondary school students are carrying too heavy bags with many books, causing health and other problems. However, this problem is to be solved in the coming year as elementary school students in Mongolia will have digital textbooks from next year. The preparation of transferring printed textbooks to electronic form is progressing at 80 percent complete, reports the Ministry of Education and Science.
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Emergency Service Units Saved lives of 8,260 Citizens in 2023
On December 26, 2023, the Mongolia National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) held a yearly reporting meeting that outlines the operations of the NEMA and emergency service units. 
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Prime Minister Oyun-Erdene: Mongolia Extricates from 12-Year Debt Cycle
Today, Prime Minister of Mongolia Oyun-Erdene Luvsannamsrai made remarks to the people of Mongolia, foreign and domestic investors, and international cooperation partners. 
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Concerts to Take Place at Sukhbaatar Square for a Week Ahead of New Year
The annual "Silver Night of Ulaanbaatar," organized by the Governor's Office of Ulaanbaatar City and the Arts and Culture Department of Ulaanbaatar City, will be held at Sukhbaatar Square on December 31, 2023. To make the wait for the big night even more magnificent, a series of concerts will be demonstrated at the Square. 
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Mongolian State Conservatory Students Successfully Participate in the International Piano Competition
Young talents from the Mongolian State Conservatory (MSC) participated in the 56th international piano competition Virtuosi per musica di pianoforte (VMP) held in Ústí nad Labem, Czech Republic, on November 22-24, 2023.
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This week in Mongolia
Summary of events for the week of December 25-31.
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New Image Cast Voting Machines to be Used for 2024 Parliamentary Election
A resolution on the use of voting equipment for the 2024 parliamentary elections was approved at the State Great Khural session, which took place on December 21, 2023.
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Moon Dance Wins Bronze Medal at the World Championship Formation Latin Adult
Moon Dance team is strongly representing Asia in the World Championships won a bronze, becoming the first team in Mongolia and in Asia to medal at the World Championships for two consecutive years.
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Promissory Notes in the Cashmere Sector: A New Financial Instrument for the Agricultural Industry 23 minutes
Uzbekistan - Mongolia: A New Stage of Multifaceted Cooperation 3 hours
Mongolia and Uzbekistan to Develop Cooperation in Tourism 4 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
This Week in Mongolia 1 day
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 7 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 8 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 11 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 12 days
Mongolian Boxers Claim Twelve Medals at World Boxing Cup European Series 2025 12 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
Buddha Day: A Day of Compassion, Empathy, and Loving Kindness 14 days
Honorary Reception Commemorating 75 Years of Mongolia-Poland Relations Held 14 days
Contract for the Construction of Gashuunsukhait-Gantsmod Cross-Border Railway Signed 14 days
Aviation Meteorological Center Introduces ISO 9001:2015 Quality-Management System 14 days
MPP Nominates Zandanshatar Gombojav for Prime Minister of Mongolia 15 days
Mongolian Youths to Study U.S. Political Systems Under MUNCEP-2025 15 days
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