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Ski athletes to receive scholarship of USD1800
The Olympic Solidarity athlete scholarship for PyeongChang 2018 by International Olympic Federation (IOF) went to athletes of Mongolian National ski team B.Achbadrakh, Ch.Otgontsetseg and A.Enhktuul, presented by D.Zagdsuren, President of Mongolian National Olympic Committee (MNOC) on January 4.
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Mongolia ceases extension of passports
Pursuant to a Government resolution, the General Authority for State Registration and Intellectual Property has ceased extension of regular passports starting this year.
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Mining licenses to be granted through tender
In compliance with an amendment to the Law on Minerals, mining licenses will be granted through tender starting this year.
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Risk of black zud arises in some regions
With around 40 percent of territory covered in snow, meteorologists warn about the possibility of black and ‘hoof’ zud in some parts of the country.
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Government to buy 49 per cent share of Erdenet Mining Corporation
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/ The Government made a decision to buy 49 percent shares of Erdenet Mining Corporation and Mongolrostsvestmet LLC on its January 4 irregular meeting. 
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2018 - Year of living environment improvement with citizens participation
The capital city has announced 2018 as ‘Year of  living environment improvement with participation of citizens’ to implement 2016-2020 action plan of the Governor of capital city and Mayor of Ulaanbaatar and main guidelines to develop socio-economy of Ulaanbaatar city in 2018, bring local administration organizations’ service to new stage as well as to reflect citizen’s ideas in decision making, increase public involvement and ensure people to live and work in healthy and safe environment.
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MongolBank's Governor warns about dangers of cryptocurrencies
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/ Governor of Central Bank of Mongolia N.Bayartsaikhan released a statement through the Central Bank’s website.
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Construction of Wastewater Treatment Plant in Dalanzadgad begins
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/ South Gobi Wastewater Treatment Plant in Dalanzadgad city opened its construction at today’s ceremony in Ministry of Construction and Urban Development.
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AmCham Mongolia appoints new Chairman
The Board of Directors of the American Chamber of Commerce (AmCham) in Mongolia has appointed Mr. Stephen J. Potter as a new Chairman of the AmCham Mongolia, effective January 1, 2018. 
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Pension loan rates to be cut
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/ Minister of Labor and Social Protection S.Chinzorigt was instructed by the Cabinet to cooperate with Central and commercial banks in systematically lowering interest rates of pension loans.
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Amendment to law on deposit insurance approved
During its meeting on January 03, the Cabinet discussed and agreed to submit amendments to the law on deposit insurance and amendments to related laws to the Parliament.
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Mongolian Jiu Jitsu Association celebrating 10th anniversary
Mongolian Jiu Jitsu Association is preparing to organize biggest competitions for the 10th anniversary of the establishment of it.  
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Cabinet Meeting in brief
During its regular meeting on January 3, the Cabinet made following decisions.
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Water plant to provide defense and armed forces need launches
Inauguration of ‘Soyombot’ pure mineral water bottling plant was held  on December 3. The plant under the Defense Industrial Group, state-owned enterprise is not only designed to provide pure water for the need of defense and armed forces but also it has possibility to supply to the market. The plant has capacity to produce 2300 bottles of water in 1.5 litre per an hour.
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Ger areas produce around 80 percent of Ulaanbaatar smog
“Reduction of air pollution in the capital city comes down to the reduction of smoke produced by ger areas,” said academician D.Regdel, President of the Mongolian Academy of Sciences on January 3.
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Cabinet opts for capacity boost in thermal power plants
The Cabinet has resolved to increase the capacities of the Thermal Power Plants III and IV in an effort to reduce air pollution.
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Exhibition displays technological solutions to reduce smog
More than 50 entities and individuals showcased their solutions for reduction of air pollution in the State House on January 3, as the Cabinet addressed the challenging matter at its first meeting of 2018.
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Ambassador-at-Large B.Mandakhbileg met Ambassadors of France and Germany
Ambassador-at-Large B.Mandakhbileg met Ambassadors Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of France to Mongolia Elisabeth Barsacq and the Federal Republic of Germany to Mongolia Stefan Duppel on January 03.
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String art portrait of President sold for MNT5 million
A portrait of President of Mongolia Kh.Battulga, created by young artist A.Khairat from Bayan-Ulgii aimag has been sold for MNT 5 million at an auction held during a New Year party.
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New Ulaanbaatar International Airport to be jointly managed
The New Ulaanbaatar International Airport is likely to be inaugurated in 2019, said Minister of Road and Transport Development J.Bat-Erdene on January 2 during his visit to the nearly complete airport in Khushig Valley, Tuv aimag.
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Ulaanbaatar City’s Winter Preparations Reach 63 Percent 11 hours
COP17 to UNCCD to Be Held at the National Park 13 hours
Training Program for Regional Mentors Launched 13 hours
Mongolian Students Win Two Bronze Medals at the 2nd International Olympiad in AI 13 hours
“Chinggis Khaan, The Great Reverent” Special Exhibition Opens 13 hours
Ministry of Family, Labor, and Social Protection to Implement Projects with ADB 16 hours
Nomads World Cultural Festival to Promote Intangible Cultural Heritage 16 hours
Advanced Water Purification Plant Ready to Be Commissioned 16 hours
This Week in Mongolia 17 hours
Imports Increase by 1.1 Percent from Last Year 3 days
Mongolia and WLGA Discuss Current State of Gas Fuel Sector in Mongolia 4 days
Preparations Begin for Ulaanbaatar Flood Risk Reduction Project 4 days
Feasibility Study Completed for Sludge Processing Plant Project 4 days
102 km of Flood Protection Embankments and Four Reservoirs to Be Built in 22 Locations 4 days
Mongolia to Strengthen Cooperation with the Kingdom of Bhutan Across All Sectors 4 days
48th WorldSkills Competition 2026 to Be Held in Shanghai 4 days
Mongolia-Bhutan Relations and Cooperation Expand 4 days
Bhutan Expresses Request to Study Mongolia's E-Governance Experiences 4 days
Mongolia Presents Ongoing Measures to Support Landlocked Developing Countries at UN Conference 4 days
NEMA Urges Early Preparation for Winter 4 days
Mongolia and Italy Discuss Expanding Cooperation in Emergency Management 4 days
Government to Cut Number of State-Owned Companies by 22 4 days
Prime Minister Orders Protection of Bogd Khaan Palace Museum and Cultural Heritage 4 days
Mongolian Student Wins Bronze Medal at 37th International Olympiad in Informatics 4 days
Civil Servants' Performance Evaluations to Be Made Public 5 days
Mongolia to Study China’s Pension Reform Experience 5 days
Ebarimt System to Be Fully Digitalized 5 days
M. Khishigbayar Wins Two Bronze Medals at 24th World IPCA Individual Chess Championship 2025 6 days
B. Myanganbayar Inducted into NCAA Division III Hall of Fame 6 days
Mongolia to Explore Establishment of Joint Investment Fund with Oman 6 days
Prime Minister of Mongolia Resolves to Establish Economic Development Board as Permanent Body 6 days
Inspections Target Air Pollution Sources in Ulaanbaatar 6 days
Greenhouse Complex Project to Be Implemented in Shuvuun Fabrik 6 days
Current Assets of Top 5 Banks Rise by 27 Percent from Last Year 6 days
Mongolia to Cooperate with Oman in Sovereign Wealth Fund and Investment 6 days
Financing Model for Affordable Housing to Be Presented to Cabinet 7 days
Working Group Established to Intensify Implementation of Law on National Sovereign Wealth Fund 7 days
Mongolia Seeks Opportunities to Expand Teacher and Student Training in Australia 7 days
B. Enkhjargal Wins Gold at 2025 IPSC Action Air World Championship II 7 days
Mongolian Students to Participate in “Seeds for the Future 2025” International Program 7 days
450 Teachers Participate in Mentor Teacher Training 7 days
Dambadarjaa Subcenter Heating Plant to Be Commissioned in 2026 7 days
Darkhan Metallurgical Plant Reports Profit of MNT 36.7 Billion in First Half of 2025 7 days
Mongolia and Finland to Strengthen Cooperation within UN and Other International Organizations 8 days
Tulia Ackson: “IPU Will Support Mongolia’s Efforts to Enhance Gender Equality” 8 days
Khubilai Khaan’s Naval Fleet Exhibit Now on Display at Chinggis Khaan National Museum 8 days
This Week in Mongolia 8 days
Early 20th-Century Mongolian History and Culture Through the Lens of a French Photographer 8 days
New Central Wastewater Treatment Plant to Commence Operations in October 10 days
Development Trends for Next 50 Years and Future Policy Directions Discussed 11 days
Mongolia–Canada Comprehensive Partnership Expands with New Content 11 days
Mongolia’s Participation in OSCE’s Activities Appreciated 11 days
Mongolia and Kazakhstan to Expand Inter-Parliamentary Cooperation 11 days
Seventh World Mas-Wrestling Championships Commence 11 days
Travel Conditions for Mongolian Citizens Visiting South Korea to Be Reviewed 11 days
Mongolian Students Win Two Bronze Medals at International Geography Olympiad 11 days
Foreign Minister Expresses Mongolia’s Commitment to Advancing Beneficial Cooperation with Finland 11 days
Mongolia and Japan to Cooperate on Expanding Green Housing Finance 11 days
Mongolia Reaffirms Commitment to Democratic Governance and Inclusive Representation 11 days
President of Mongolia Pays a State Visit to the Republic of Tajikistan 11 days
Mongolia and Russia to Deepen Inter-Parliamentary Cooperation 11 days
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The latest issue of Mongolia Today Magazine is now available, July 2025 11 days
P. Baigalmaa: "Undur Gegeen Zanabazar's White Tara is not a Mere Sculpture, but a Living and Breathing Artistic Figure" 11 days
Second-Stage Tender for Ulaanbaatar Metro Project to Be Announced in August 11 days
People’s Artist E. Amartuvshin Ranked World’s Top Opera Baritone 11 days
Research Launched to Determine Habitat Range of Snow Leopard 12 days
Fifth Mongolia-China Expo to Be Held Late August in Hohhot 12 days
Fukushiro Nukaga: “New Chapter Opened in Interparliamentary Cooperation” 12 days
MIAT’s New “Irves” Aircraft Lands in Mongolia After 12,265 km Trip 12 days
Five Aimags Classified as High-Risk for Drought 12 days
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