Highlights
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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Summer Universiade invites E.Munkhbilegt as referee
One of the first-rate table tennis referees in Mongolia E.Munkhbilegt was invited to act as a referee in the XXIX Summer Universiade, which is scheduled to take place in Taipei city in Taiwan between August 19 and 30, 2017.
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Justice Minister paying working visit to China
Member of Parliament and Minister of Justice and Home Affairs S.Byambatsogt is paying a working visit to the People’s Republic of China on May 8-12. Within the visit, an action plan of cooperation in 2017-2021 between the Minister of Justice and Home Affairs of Mongolia and Ministry of Public Security of China was signed.
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Four boxers win medals at Asian Championship
International Masters of Sports G.Gan-Erdene and B.Chinzorig made the final fight for gold in their respective weights yesterday, May 8, at the Asian Boxing Championships. They both claimed silver medals.
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Red-listed tree planted in Dundgobi province
A very rare 'tooroi tree' registered in the Red Book of Mongolia have been planted in Dundgobi aimag for the first time, with an initiative of NAB Group director B.Amarsanaa. Though tooroi, one of the species of populous tree is a Gobi desert plant, it does not grow in Dundgobi aimag.  “- We planted 60 tooroi trees. The tree needs a lot of watering. If these trees accustom to soil and grows well, we will plant more next year” said Mr.B.Amarsanaa. The trees will grow edging foothill of the Bor Ovoo Hill, in a park of Mandalgobi city. The tree seedlings were brought from the Alxa League (Alshaa aimag) of Inner Mongolia, autonomous region of PRC, where a forest of tooroi grows, attracting hundreds of tourists.
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Events you don’t want to miss in May
With the most pleasant season of year approaching, a number of events are in line for residents of Ulaanbaatar this month, and we are naming the major events you want to mark on your calendar in May.
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Deputy Foreign Minister B.Battsetseg meets her Turkish counterpart
On May 8, Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs of Mongolia B.Battsetseg received Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkey Ambassador Ahmet Yıldız, who is paying a visit to Mongolia on May 6-9. At the meeting, Deputy Minister B.Battsetseg expressed her satisfaction with the successful development of the bilateral relations between Mongolia and Turkey in areas of politics, defense, culture and education. She then noted that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Mongolia would like to cooperate with Turkey to intensify bilateral economic and trade ties in the future.
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Mongolian wrestlers head to Asian Championship 2017
“Asian Championship 2017”, a continental championship is scheduled to take place in New Delhi, India between May 10 and 14. Organized by the Asian Associated Wrestling Committee, the tournament will take place in 3 categories of Freestyle Seniors (in 57, 61, 65, 70, 74, 86 and 97 kg weight range), Greco-Roman (in 59, 66, 71, 75, 80 and 85 kg weight range) and Women’s wrestling Seniors (in 48, 53, 55, 58, 60, 63, 69 and 75 kg weight range).
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MCC targets to improve water supply and sanitation of Ulaanbaatar
On May 8, Mayor of Ulaanbaatar S.Batbold received Ms. Fatema Z. Sumar, the Regional Deputy Vice President of the Millennium Challenge Corporation’s /MCC/ who is paying a working visit to Mongolia on May 8 to 9.    The MCC's Investment Management Committee held its meeting on April 5 to make a decision to commence feasibility studies and detailed studies of projects to be implemented under the second MCC compact in with Mongolia. In this connection, Ms. Fatema Z. Sumar arrived in Ulaanbaatar to meet with authorities of Ulaanbaatar city, including Mayor of Ulaanbaatar  and line ministries exchanging views on further cooperation. 
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Mongolia to strengthen ties with Vietnam
On May 8, Monday, President Ts.Elbegdorj received Vice President of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, Ms Dang Thi Ngoc Thinh who arrived in Mongolia on May 7 on an official visit.
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Presidential candidates to be announced by May 17
Political parties’ candidates for June 26 Presidential election will be announced nationwide by May 17, reported General Election Commission.
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Prime Minister presents plans for construction, urban and road transport development
During the Parliament’s plenary session on May 5, Prime Minister of Mongolia J.Erdenebat discussed the current issues of construction, urban and road transportation development. According to PM J.Erdenebat, issues regarding the redraft of the policy on construction and construction material industry, development of construction material production and its exports are currently being considered. Also, a funding of the establishment of a whole sale supply network of construction materials in Zamiin-uud free trade zone, “Nalaikh” construction material industry and general plans of Baganuur Industrial Park have been settled and is now preparing the blueprints. With previous programs and investments, cement producing companies have started supplying 100 percent of the domestic needs since the first quarter of 2017 and is ready to export. 
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Japanese culture day to take place on May 20
On the occasion of the 15th anniversary of the establishment of Mongolia-Japan Center for Human Resources Development, 'Japanese Culture Day' festival will take place at the Mongolia-Japan Center in Ulaanbaatar on May 20, Saturday.    During the event, ‘How well do you know Japan? quiz, Japanese song competition and Japanese tea ceremony will be organized. Also, calligraphy arts of Japan and furoshiki - traditional Japanese wrapping cloth will be presented. 
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Vietnamese Vice President pays courtesy call on Parliament Speaker
Today, May 8, Vice President of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam Dang Thi Ngoc Thinh, who is paying an official visit to Mongolia, paid a courtesy call on Parliament Speaker M.Enkhbold, talking about bilateral relations and cooperation between Mongolia and Vietnam.  Speaker M.Enkhbold expressed his confidence that the visit would give important influence to strengthen traditional friendly relations and sustain the frequency of political talks. He highlighted the significance of inter-parliament cooperation to the relationship of the countries, expressing his content with widened relations between friendship groups in the parliaments, standing committees and Parliamentary offices of the two countries. 
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Mongolia might export up to 200 tons of goat meat to Vietnam
Minister of Foreign Affairs Ts.Munkh-Orgil made press briefing about the ongoing official visit of the Vice President of Vietnam, Ms Dang Thi Ngoc Thinh on May 8. The latter is accompanied by more than 20 businesspeople. Two countries’ business representatives will explore cooperation opportunities at the business forum to commence tomorrow, noted the FM.
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Prime Minister meets Vietnamese Vice President
Prime Minister J.Erdenebat held official talks with Vice President of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, Ms Dang Thi Ngoc Thinh who is paying a visit to Mongolia on May 8, Monday.
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“Whole Liver-Mongolia” aims to reduce number of deaths caused by liver diseases
Opening ceremony for the “Whole Liver –Mongolia” National Program took place last Friday at the central square of Ulaanbaatar. The program for improving liver health was approved by the cabinet on April 12.
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Croatian Minister of Foreign and European Affairs Pays Courtesy Call on Prime Minister Zandanshatar Gombojav 2 days
S. Enkhtuvshin: I Built The Car I Envisioned 45 Years Ago 2 days
New Transport and Logistics Route to Be Established 2 days
Today Marks “Police and Internal Troops' Day“ 2 days
Prime Minister Orders to Accelerate Thermal Power Plant Repairs and Renovation 3 days
The 2025 FISU World University Games Begin 3 days
Prime Minister of Mongolia Affirms Full Support for Special Olympics Movement 5 days
River Levels Surpass Flood Thresholds Across Central Mongolia 5 days
World Leaders Congratulate President of Mongolia on National Naadam Festival 5 days
First Naadam Festival of the World Mongols Held in Brussels 6 days
Chuluun Sampildondov: The Mongolian Horse Has Long Been a Powerful Symbol of Diplomatic Tradition 6 days
New Champions Crowned as Mongolia Celebrates National Naadam with Pride 7 days
State Visit to Mongolia by Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Concludes 7 days
President of Mongolia and the Emperor of Japan Attend Soyolon Race at Khui Doloon Khudag 8 days
Chestnut Horse Trained by D. Munkhbat Wins National Naadam Soyolon Race 8 days
Tourists: The Music, Dance, and Horse Parade of Naadam Opening Ceremony Deeply Moving 8 days
Lunar-Spotted Bay Horse Trained by G. Buyantogtokh Wins National Naadam's Daaga Race 8 days
Chestnut Horse Trained by M. Tserenjav Wins National Naadam’s Ikh Nas Race 8 days
Over 800 Police Officers Deployed at Central Stadium During Naadam 8 days
Jochen Krueger: "The horseback part of the Naadam opening ceremony was my favorite" 8 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Attend Opening Ceremony of National Naadam Festival 9 days
National Naadam Commences with Grand Opening Ceremony 9 days
World Horse Day Celebrated for the First Time 9 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Visit Mongol–Japan Hospital 10 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and the Empress of Japan Visit Gandantegchenling Monastery 10 days
State Flag Day Observed with Military Parade 10 days
102 Wrestlers Holding National Titles to Compete in National Naadam Wrestling Tournament 10 days
Bay Horse Trained by B. Gantig Wins National Naadam’s Khyazaalan Race 10 days
Mongolia to Cooperate with The Asia Group to Improve Investment Climate 11 days
Ulaanbaatar Mayor Signs Memorandum of Understanding with UK Export Finance Agency to Boost Metro Project 11 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Visit General Education School in Ulaanbaatar 11 days
Prime Minister of Mongolia Holds Virtual Meeting with Local Governors 11 days
General Police Department: Facilities Ready to Assist Lost Children During Naadam Celebrations 11 days
His Majesty the Emperor of Japan Visits Mongol Koosen Technology College 11 days
Mongolia and France Sign Memorandum to Expand Civil Aviation Cooperation 11 days
Mongolia Economic Forum 2025: Government Commits to Investor-Friendly Policies and Economic Diversification 12 days
Feasibility Study for Ulaanbaatar Tram Project Approved 12 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Visit Memorial Complex for Japanese Nationals 12 days
Government to Gather Public Input on Certain Actions to Be Implemented Within 100 Days 12 days
Mongolia and China Agree to Expand Cooperation in Animal and Plant Quarantine 12 days
Over 7,000 Participants Showcase National Dress at 19th “Deeltei Mongol” Festival 12 days
President of Mongolia and First Lady Hold Official Meeting with Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan 12 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Officially Welcomed 12 days
Exhibition of Mongol Chest Features 19th–20th Century Traditional Mongolian Chests 13 days
Buryat State University Launches Center for Mongolian Language and Culture 13 days
His Majesty the Emperor of Japan Visits the Water Supply and Sewerage Authority 13 days
European Bank for Reconstruction and Development to Increase Investments 13 days
Two Mongolian Boxers Win Medals at World Cup 13 days
Mongolia Hosts Asia-Pacific Air Transport Facilitation Forum 13 days
His Majesty the Emperor of Japan Introduced to Gachuurt Water Source Project 13 days
Uchral Nyam-Osor: Economic Immunity Must Be Outcome of Long-Term Intelligent Policy 13 days
His Majesty Emperor Naruhito of Japan Visits Chinggis Khaan National Museum 13 days
Mongolia Transports Coal to China by Rail and Road until Cross-Border Railway Completion 14 days
MiningWeek & MinePro 2025: “Mining Momentum in Mongolia: Driving Progress and Responsibility” 14 days
This Week in Mongolia 14 days
His Majesty Emperor Naruhito and Her Majesty Empress Masako of Japan Arrive in Mongolia on a State Visit 14 days
Masterworks of Modern Mongolian Craftsmen Exhibited at the Chinggis Khaan National Museum 16 days
Launch Event of the SOAP II Project in Darkhan-Uul Aimag 16 days
NEMA Reports Rising Risk of Floods and Wildfires Across Mongolia 16 days
Mongolian Participants Depart for 57th International Chemistry Olympiad in United Arab Emirates 16 days
National Forum of Civil Servants Emphasizes Reforms for Effective Public Service 16 days
“Open Parliament: Expert” Senior Experience Sharing Program to Be Implemented 16 days
Mongolia to Cooperate with South Korea in Developing Specialized Social Protection Services 17 days
Mongolia’s “TOP-100” Businesses of 2024 Recognized 17 days
Mongolia Records 24 Moderate Earthquakes in First Half of 2025 17 days
Discussion Held on Improving Cooperation with Neighboring Countries in the Transport Sector 17 days
U. Tuya: Human Rights Education to Be Delivered at All Levels from Preschool to Higher Education 17 days
Ambassador Igawahara Masaru: "The State Visit of Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan will Open a New Chapter in the Relationship between Japan and Mongolia" 17 days
Nine State-Owned Energy Companies in Western Region Consolidated into Four 18 days
Functional Overlaps of Government Organizations to Be Eliminated 18 days
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