Highlights
Justice Minister visits Inner Mongolia
Member of Parliament and Minister of Justice and Home Affairs S.Byambatsogt has paid a visit to the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region of People’s Republic of China. The Minister visited the Headquarter of Public Security Department in Hohhot city, its General office of Network Security, General Office of Science and Technique Information and Customs Office of Police Department of Hohhot city. 
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MCC compact under preparation for approval in 2018
A delegation from the U.S. government’s Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) visited Mongolia on May 08-09 and discussed with Mongolian relevant officials on progress in developing an MCC compact with the government of Mongolia to prepare for approval in 2018. During their visit, the U.S. delegation led by Fatema Z. Sumar, Regional Deputy Vice President for Europe, Asia, the Pacific, and Latin America, met with senior Mongolian government officials – including Minister of Foreign Affairs Ts.Munkh-Orgil, Minister of Environment and Tourism D.Oyunkhorol, Deputy Minister of Finance Kh.Bulgantuya, and Ulaanbaatar City Mayor S. Batbold. 
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National disaster risk reduction council to be established
Policy discussion under the theme ‘Reform of Disaster Risk Management System of Mongolia’ took place under the auspices of the Deputy Prime Minister of Mongolia in the State House on May 9. In his speech at the discussion, Deputy  PM U.Khurelsukh pointed out that “In accordance with the revised law on disaster protection, today's event is aimed at renovating disaster risk management system and discussing relevant issues at a policy level”. "Our primary goal is to pay attention to ensure sustainable development of Mongolia by preventing any disasters and accidents, eliminating possible damages and loss based on the UN recommendations". 
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Asian Bio-Safety Committee convenes in Ulaanbaatar
The Second Consultative Meeting of the Asian countries’ unofficial committee on “Forwarding Biological Safety Mechanism” is taking place in Ulaanbaatar on May 10-12. The meeting is jointly organized by the Government of Mongolia and the Secretariat of the Cartagena Protocol on Biosafety to the Convention on Biological Diversity.
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International choir festival euphoniously parades in Ulaanbaatar
On the occasion of the 70th anniversary of the origination of choral songs in Mongolia, “Ulaanbaatar Spring 2017” international choir festival is taking place between May 10 and 12 in Ulaanbaatar. Over thousand singers of 24 bands, including the artists of Mongolian professional music organizations such as State Academic Theater of Opera and Ballet, Mongolian Military Song and Dance Academic Ensemble, Border Song and Dance Academic Ensemble, Mongolian State University of Arts and Culture and Music and Dance College of Mongolia, along with student choirs of P.I. Tchaikovsky College of Arts and artists from Inner Mongolia, China and Republic of Korea are participating in the festival.
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High tech pavement binder to be applied in road repair
'Smart Ulaanbaatar' sub-commission has decided to use high tech pavement binders or Nano Bitumen for repairing roads of the capital. Nano bitumen has several advantages, such as highly viscous to all kinds of materials, applicable in any weather conditions, particularly extreme conditions and easy to use.   High tech pavement binders is 50-60 per cent cheaper than traditional technology and help to take shorter time in repair works and allows traffic movement as soon as the repair is completed.
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Comprehensively-utilized rest-stops to be built in Terelj
Ministry of Environment and Tourism have come up with an initiative to build an international-standard resort at the Gorkhi-Terelj National Park, in the scope of an objective to “promote environmentally friendly parking areas and service centers adjacent to main tourist attractions”.
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Yalta conference monument inaugurated in Mongolia
On the occasion of the 72th anniversary of the victory in the Great Patriotic War which is marked on May 9, a monument dedicated to the Yalta Conference of February, 1945 was inaugurated at Ikh Zasag International University.
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Justice Minister S.Byambatsogt meets Minister of Public Security of China
During his working visit to People's Republic of China, MP S.Byambatsogt, Minister of Justice and Home Affairs met with Guo Shengkun, Minister of Public Security of China on May 9 and signed the action program of cooperation between the Ministries. The program, which covers the period 2017-2022, creates an opportunity to develop legal environments required for initiating cooperation in law enforcement sector and establish transboundary anti-crime ties.
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Prime Minister to visit China and attend Belt and Road Summit
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/  On May 12 to 15, upon the invitation of Xi Jinping, the President of China,  Prime Minister J.Erdenebat will attend “Belt and Road” summit  in Beijing and pay a visit to China at the invitation of Li Keqiang, current Premier of the State Council of the People's Republic of China.  
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Turkish Deputy Foreign Minister wraps his visit to Mongolia
“Turkey can share its experience on infrastructure development with Mongolia. There could also be mutual interests in cooperation in mining sector. The two countries must work together in agriculture and tourism. Especially, flight frequency is increased between Turkey and Mongolia will open a big door for European tourists”, said Ambassador Ahmet Yıldız, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkey as he concluded his working visit to Mongolia on May 9, Tuesday.
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Mongolia and Mexico sign document for cultural and humanitarian cooperation
On May 3, B.Altangerel, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Mongolia to the United Mexican States and Dr. Martha Navarro-Albo, Director General for Scientific and Technical Cooperation of the Mexican Agency for International Development Cooperation signed an intergovernmental program between Mongolia and Mexico on cooperation in the fields of education, art, culture, physical training, sports and youth development in 2017-2020.
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UN ESCAP projects 2 percent economic growth for Mongolia in 2017
The UN Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP) has released the 2017 Economic and Social Survey of Asia and the Pacific which was launched on May 9, Tuesday at UN House, Ulaanbaatar.
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Professional boxer N.Tugstsogt receives State Champion title
"King-Tug" nicknamed N.Tugstsogt has recently claimed another win against his rival and has been presented with the first championship belt. With his five consecutive wins, N.Tugstsogt received a title of ‘State Champion' and has not lost yet on the professional boxing ring.
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Mongol Daguur specially protected area may be listed as UNESCO World Heritage Site
2017 meeting of a working group of the Dauria International Protected Area (DIPA) was held on May 4-5 in Choibalsan city of Dornod aimag, where the Mongol Daguur or Dauria the steppe and wetland region of Mongolia is located. 
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Mongolian team wins third place in Asian Draughts Championship
Asian Draughts Championship 2017 took place in Tashkent, Uzbekistan between April 15 and 28. From among the players of over 10 countries such as China, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Kuwait, Japan, Turkmenistan and Lebanon, Mongolians won 34 medals which consists of 13 gold, 13 silver and 8 bronze medals.
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World War II heroes honored on the occasion of Victory Day
Today, May 09, ceremonies to pay respect to the heroes of the war were held at the Monument of Soviet Soldiers on the Zaisan Hill and the Monument of Marshal of the Soviet Union G.K.Zhukov in Ulaanbaatar, dedicated to the 72th anniversary of the victory in the Great Patriotic War.  Representatives from the Ministry of Defense, General Staff of the Armed Forces and Embassies of Russian Federation, Belarus and Kazakhstan in Mongolia and Mongolian and Russian citizens took part in the ceremonies.
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Mongolia-Vietnam Business Meeting takes place
In scope of the official visit of Ms Dang Thi Ngoc Thinh, Vice President of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam to Mongolia, a Mongolia-Vietnam Business Meeting was co-organized by the Embassy of Vietnam, Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry and Mongolian Employers’ Federation today, May 9 at Tuushin Hotel.
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Mountaineer D.Otgonkhuu wins Red Fox Elbrus Race
Mongolian mountaineer D.Otgonkhuu gained a gold medal from the international Red Fox Elbrus Race 2017, by mountain running to the top of the Mount Elbrus /5642 meters/ for 2 hours, 59 minutes and 13 seconds. The annual international race was held on the Mount Elbrus, the highest mountain in Europe, from May 1 to 5.
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Mongolia and Turkey to cooperate on transport development
On May 09, today, B.Tsogtgerel, Deputy Minister of Road and Transport Development of Mongolia received Ahmet Yildiz, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Turkey and Ahmet Yazal, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Turkey to Mongolia. 
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Foreign Ministers of Mongolia and the Republic of Kazakhstan Hold Official Talks 3 days
President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Pays a State Visit to Mongolia 3 days
Japan-Mongolia Sasakawa Scholarship Program to Be Implemented for 12 Years 3 days
Agreement Reached to Export 2,000 Tons of Horse Meat and Halal-Processed Mutton 3 days
Over 50 International Experts Share Experience on Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation 3 days
Cooperation with ADB in Shifting Ger Districts to Solar Energy Discussed 3 days
Prime Minister of Mongolia Receives Rio Tinto Copper Chief Executive 4 days
Construction of Selbe City to Cost MNT 25 Trillion 4 days
“Top-6” Tournament Named After Honored Athlete G. Boldbaatar to Be Held in Erdenet City 4 days
Mongolia Forum 2025 Takes Place under the Theme "Northeast Asian Peaceful Development and Korean Unification" 4 days
UN Secretary-General Reaffirms Support for Cooperation between Mongolia and UN 4 days
The First National Shearing and Woolhandling Championships Hosted with Over 100 Participants 4 days
Gender Gap Ranking of Mongolia Advances 20 Places 4 days
Mongolia Rated “Very High” in the United Nations E-Government Development Index 4 days
Nandin-Erdene to Compete for ROAD FC Championship Belt 4 days
“Gold-3” Campaign to Be Launched Nationwide 4 days
Mongolia to Host 17th World Horseback Archery Championship 4 days
“I Love Sushi” Exhibition to Promote Sushi Culture 4 days
Mongolia Hosts the 3x3 World Cup: Men Play without Substitutes Today 5 days
State Visit of President of the Republic of Uzbekistan to Mongolia Concludes 5 days
Mongolia Forum 2025 Takes Place under the Theme "Northeast Asian Peaceful Development and Korean Unification" 5 days
Presidents of Mongolia and the Republic of Uzbekistan Plant Commemorative Trees 5 days
Trilateral Efforts to Continue Joint Conservation and Research of Rare Bird Species 5 days
Electronic National Atlas of Mongolia Launched 5 days
State Secretary of the State Great Khural Meets Representatives of the Inter-Parliamentary Union 5 days
Prime Minister Tasks Ambassadors with Attracting Foreign Investment 5 days
Historic "Ikh Khuraldai" Tourism Complex Inaugurated 5 days
Sodnompiljee Enkhbayar Wins Seventh Gold Medal at the World Cup 5 days
Mongolia and the Republic of Uzbekistan Elevate the Relations to Comprehensive Partnership 5 days
President of Mongolia and President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Held Official Talks 5 days
President of Mongolia Welcomes President of the Republic of Uzbekistan 6 days
President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev Arrives in Mongolia for a State Visit 6 days
Mongolia-British Parliamentary Group Welcomes Members of Parliament of the United Kingdom 6 days
Ulaanbaatar Launches Integrated Tele-Monitoring Center 6 days
Promissory Notes in the Cashmere Sector: A New Financial Instrument for the Agricultural Industry 6 days
Uzbekistan - Mongolia: A New Stage of Multifaceted Cooperation 6 days
Mongolia and Uzbekistan to Develop Cooperation in Tourism 6 days
Mongolian Team “Alpha Gaming” Wins the PUBG Mobile Super League – Central & South Asia Spring 2025 7 days
Health Minister Meets ADB Country Director to Discuss Projects and Programs in Health Sector 7 days
The First National Shearing and Woolhandling Championships Hosted with Over 100 Participants 7 days
“MongolZ” Makes History: The First Asian Team to Win 2nd Place in World Counter-Strike Championship 7 days
2025 FIBA 3x3 World Cup to Be Held on Sukhbaatar Square 7 days
This Week in Mongolia 7 days
President of the Republic of Uzbekistan to Pay a State Visit to Mongolia 7 days
Parliamentary Resolution for Establishing Green Financing System Approved 10 days
Meeting Held with Representatives from OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights 10 days
His Majesty Emperor Naruhito and Her Majesty Queen Masako to Pay State Visit to Mongolia 10 days
Funds Raised from Bond to Be Allocated for Milk and Dairy Production 11 days
Smart Greenhouse Complex to Be Established in Ulaanbaatar 11 days
Thermal Power Stations Instructed to Work under Special Regime 11 days
Government Discusses Amendments to State Budget at Its First Session 11 days
Mongolian Writers to Take Part in Beijing International Book Fair 12 days
Mongolian Darts Player Tergel Khurelkhuu Tops the World Rankings 12 days
Prime Minister of Mongolia Appoints Ministers 12 days
Prime Minister Presents Nominees for Members of the Government to President of Mongolia 12 days
Gankhaich Wins Bronze Medal at World Judo Championships 13 days
State Great Khural Members Meet IMF Staff Team 13 days
Mongolian Boxers Win 16 Medals at the World Boxing Cup European Series 2025 13 days
Mongolia Promotes Its Culture at the Festival of Embassies in Prague 14 days
Mongolia to Cooperate with the United Kingdom in the Field of Mineral Resources 14 days
Open-Air Museum to Be Established on the Ruins of Old City of Kharakhorum 14 days
GMIT Celebrates Graduation of Eighth Cohort 14 days
“Mongol-B” Team Wins Gold Medal at the World Rapid and Blitz Team Championships 14 days
General Department of Taxation Awarded Silver Gender Equality Seal 14 days
Young People with Disabilities Launch Advocacy Campaign 14 days
This Week in Mongolia 14 days
Reconstruction of Kharkhorin City Begins 15 days
Early Detection for Autism Spectrum Disorders to Be Improved 17 days
Mongolian and International MMA Fighters to Participate in the “Khangarid Cup” 17 days
Uilstuguldur Altankhuyag Appointed Chief of Staff of the Office of the President of Mongolia 17 days
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