Highlights
Shivee-Ovoo Mine to Increase Employee Performance Evaluation by up to 50 Percent
Prime Minister of Mongolia Zandanshatar Gombojav visited “Shivee-Ovoo” JSC on August 16, 2025.
13 days
Success in Irrigated Agriculture: Results from a Field Experiment
The Ministry of Food, Agriculture, and Light Industry, with funding from the Asian Development Bank (ADB) and the Japan Fund for Poverty Reduction, is successfully implementing the Vegetable Production and Irrigated Agriculture Project in the Gobi region and Altai soum of Khovd aimag.
13 days
U.S. Funding to Continue for Mongolia Water Compact Initiatives
Following a review of its foreign aid programs, the United States has decided to continue funding projects implemented under the Mongolia Water Compact between the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) and the Government of Mongolia.
14 days
Pastureland Photo Monitoring to Be Improved Through International Cooperation
Photo monitoring of pastureland is being improved through cooperation with international organizations.
14 days
This Week in Mongolia
Summary of events for the week of August 18–24, 2025.
14 days
ADB to Finance Construction of 108 Schools and 95 Kindergartens
Minister of Education Mr. Naranbayar Purevsuren held an official meeting with a delegation led by Country Director for Mongolia of the Asian Development Bank (ADB), Ms. Shannon Cowling, on August 14, 2025.
17 days
Erdenet Mining Corporation SOE Representatives Receive Information on IPO Process
Director of the Business Development Department of the Mongolian Stock Exchange (MSE), T. Khash-Erdene, received the Head of the Planning and Economic Analysis Department of the Erdenet Mining Corporation state-owned enterprise (SOE), R. Ochbadrakh, and accompanying specialists on August 13, 2025.
17 days
Umnugobi to Become the First Aimag to Issue Bonds of Up to MNT 500 Billion
The Government of Mongolia issued approval to the Governor of Umnugobi aimag, Enkhbat Nasanbuyan, for the phased issuance of provincial securities worth up to MNT 500 billion in the domestic market to finance the construction of a 50-megawatt (MW) thermal power plant in Dalanzadgad soum.
17 days
Erdenes Tavan Tolgoi’s Monthly Coal Sales Reach 1.4 Million Tons
Coal exports have increased following the imposition of a special regime on “Erdenes Tavan Tolgoi” JSC.
17 days
Prime Minister Zandanshatar: Employers Hiring Persons with Developmental Challenges Will Be Tangibly Rewarded
Prime Minister of Mongolia Zandanshatar Gombojav participated in and delivered a speech at the “Implementation of the Rights of Persons with Developmental Challenges and the State Budget” Forum on August 14, 2025.
17 days
Tax Reform Proposal by Domestic Manufacturers to Be Reviewed
The Economic Development Council, which aims to support government activities by providing professional assistance, coordinating timely economic development policies, conducting research, offering recommendations, and fostering public-private cooperation, convened on August 12, 2025.
18 days
Public Transport Sector Revenue Increases by 68.4 Percent
The revenue of Ulaanbaatar’s public transport sector has increased compared to previous years.
18 days
Mongolia to Establish Trained Rescue Units with Special-Purpose Equipment
Deputy Prime Minister of Mongolia Mr. Amarsaikhan Sainbuyan held an official meeting with Asian Development Bank (ADB) Country Director for Mongolia Ms. Shannon Cowling on August 13, 2025.
19 days
Cabinet Considers Loan Agreement Draft for National Cardiovascular Center Project
The Cabinet of Mongolia held its regular session on August 13, 2025, to discuss key agenda items, including the draft loan agreement for establishing the National Cardiovascular Center (NCC).
19 days
Prime Minister Zandanshatar Gombojav: Maternal and Child Health Will be a Top Priority
Prime Minister of Mongolia Zandanshatar Gombojav visited the National Center for Maternal and Child Health of Mongolia on August 12, 2025.
19 days
"Nomadic Spirit 2025" Program Raises Climate Change Awareness Through Art
The “Nomad Spirit” International Art Program was implemented for the second time in 2025 to raise public awareness and engagement on climate change through art.
19 days
432 Students Studied in Japan through “JDS” Human Resource Development Scholarship
The send-off ceremony for the 24th cohort of Master’s and the 9th cohort for Doctoral students under the “JDS” Japanese Grant Aid for Human Resource Development Scholarship was held at the Ambassador’s Residence.
19 days
UNICEF and UK to Establish “Growing Up Green” Early Childhood Development Center
UNICEF Mongolia and the British Embassy in Mongolia will jointly build an energy-efficient model Early Childhood Development (ECD) Center.
19 days
State Great Khural Bans All Paid Prediction, Betting, and Online Gambling
The State Great Khural reviewed and approved amendments to the Law on Licensing, submitted by the Government, at its spring regular session on March 26, 2025, along with related draft laws.
20 days
B. Javkhlan: “Mongolia is Leading in Gender Equality in the Region”
Under the auspices of the President of Mongolia, Khurelsukh Ukhnaa, the “World Women Entrepreneurs Forum” will be held from August 25 to 26, 2025, in Mongolia.
20 days
Flagship Classroom of Chinggis Khaan National Museum Opens in Khentii Aimag 3 hours
Mongolian Book Publishers Participate in 2025 IBBY Asia-Pacific Regional Conference 3 hours
2025 Asia Triathlon Duathlon Cup to Take Place in Ulaanbaatar 3 hours
Mongolia Welcomes New Zealand Speaker Gerry Brownlee 4 hours
Tsogtgerel Odon Elected Chairman of Democratic Party 7 hours
Fifteen Emergency Management Officers to Serve in Peacekeeping Operation 7 hours
Mongolia Wins Gold at World Judo Cadets Championships for 2nd Year 7 hours
Mongolian National Olympic Committee to Support Consultant Kazuhito Sakae 7 hours
'Endless Surroundings' Exhibition Opens at HUE Art Gallery 7 hours
This Week in Mongolia 9 hours
President of Mongolia U. Khurelsukh Received by President of China Xi Jinping 9 hours
President of Mongolia Arrives in Tianjin for SCO Tianjin Summit 2025 9 hours
From Concert Halls to Classrooms: Lithuania’s Diplomatic Journey in Mongolia 1 day
Governor-General of Australia to Pay State Visit Mongolia 3 days
B. Erkhembayar Wins Silver Medal at 16th Asian Shooting Championships 3 days
IFC to Explore Growth Potential of Mongolia’s Cashmere Sector 3 days
Mining Sector Requests Extension on New Royalty Calculation Method 3 days
Favorable Conditions Emerge for Cooperation with Polish Enterprises 3 days
PM Orders State Secretaries to Lead Anti-Corruption Drive 3 days
OBITUARY: In Memory of Mr. Besud Erdene Chuluunbat 3 days
Northeast Asian Countries Expand Regional Cooperation 4 days
Aandaa Erdenebileg: ‘My Vision Is to Stage a Ballet Gala in Mongolia with My International Colleagues’ 4 days
B. Khulan Wins Bronze at Judo Cadet World Championships 2025 4 days
Shooter E. Davaakhuu Wins Bronze at 16th Asian Championship 4 days
State to Conduct National Census of Mineral Licenses, Ownership, and Locations 4 days
UNICEF Training Prepares 30 Trainers to Strengthen Children’s Voices 4 days
Kyrgyz Enterprises Seek to Import Meat from Mongolia 4 days
Thermal, Water Plant Deal Signed with Chinese Partnership 4 days
China-Mongolia Expo 2025 Underway 4 days
Mongolia, South Korea to Open Joint Rare Metals Research Center 5 days
Chinese Group Introduces Model Industrial Complex Project 5 days
NEMA rescues 40 People Nationwide Last Week 5 days
PM Receives MWF’s Request to Cooperate in Mental Health Protection 5 days
President Khurelsukh Hails Efforts to Protect Mongolian Heritage Abroad 5 days
Mongolia, US Discuss Cooperation in Investment, Mining, Tourism, Space Exploration 6 days
Ulaanbaatar, Bucheon Share Views on Traffic Congestion, Disaster Risks 6 days
PM Reaffirms Transparency in Budget Approval 6 days
Mongolia to Increase Coal Supply to China 6 days
A. Baasansuren: 'Wool and Cashmere Art Creates Warm Ambience and Positive Energy at Home' 6 days
Mongolia, Uzbekistan Explore Cooperation in Supporting Women 6 days
Mongolian Women Entrepreneurs Awarded USD 1 Million in WEIDE Grant 6 days
PM Meets Ulaanbaatar District and Khoroo Governors 6 days
PM Zandanshatar Appreciates 30 Years of KOICA’s Cooperation 6 days
Women Entrepreneurs to Solve Shared Challenges 6 days
New Zealand House of Representatives Speaker to Visit Mongolia 6 days
AR Technology: Mother Language and Oral Tradition 6 days
Working Group Starts State Loss Compensation Process 7 days
Mongolia Wins 2nd, 3rd, 4th Places at Axe International Festival 7 days
Umnugobi: Forest Belt Becomes a Haven for Gobi Birds 7 days
Public-Private Partnership to Develop 40-Hectare Land 7 days
Mongolia and Indonesia to Closely Cooperate on High-Level Visits 7 days
Over 200 Handicraft Works Showcased at the 'Mongolian Khudrug and Handicrafts Festival' 7 days
World Women Entrepreneurs Forum 2025 Commences 7 days
Hundred Mongolian Youth Participate in “Inspiring the Youth” Event 7 days
Mongolia’s “The MongolZ” Team Wins Esports World Cup 2025 7 days
Mongolia-Venezuela to Cooperate in Mining, Tourism, and Education 7 days
Mongolia, Cambodia to Strengthen Bilateral Relations 7 days
Thirteen Teams Compete in the 'ABU Robocon 2025 Ulaanbaatar' International Tournament 7 days
This Week in Mongolia 7 days
IV International Congress of the Mongolian Society of Dermatologists Opens in Ulaanbaatar 7 days
Deputy Chair of Mongolia–Singapore Parliamentary Group Meets Senior Minister of State Sim Ann of Singapore 7 days
Scholars Present Research on 80th Anniversary of Victory in the Liberation War 7 days
PM Expresses Commitment to Strengthening Ties with Laos 10 days
Maral-Erdene Claims Fourth Victory at the Tour of Mongolia 2025 10 days
Tourism Sector Between Mongolia and South Korea Highlighted for Rapid Growth 10 days
Mongolia-Singapore Cooperation to Advance 10 days
FIBA U16 Asia Cup to Be Held in Mongolia 10 days
FEALAC: “Ulaanbaatar Declaration” Draft Finalized 10 days
US Funding Continues for “Child Protection from Human Trafficking” Project 10 days
E. Odzaya Wins Bronze at World U20 Championships 11 days
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