Highlights
Czech Parliament delegates visit Mongolian Parliament
Czech parliament delegates headed by Zuzka Bebarova-Rujbrova, Member of Parliament, Chairperson of the Standing Committee on Human Rights and Petitions and Head of Czech-Mongolian friendship group at the Czech Parliament are visiting Mongolia. Today, April 18, the delegates met with chairwoman of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Petitions D.Sarangerel, Chairman of Standing Committee on Justice Sh.Radnaased and others and the parties exchanged information on the activities of the Standing Committees.
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Erdenet Mining Corporation to cooperate with Chile's Codelco
'Erdenet Mining Corporation' the largest copper and molybdenum ore mining and concentration plant of Mongolia will develop cooperation with Codelco Company, the world’s top copper producer of the Republic of Chile. On April 11, General Director of Erdenet Mining Corporation Kh.Badamsuren and President of Codelco Xompany Nelson Pizarro Contador signed a memorandum of cooperation.
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Children of Mongolians living abroad to be registered as Mongolian citizen
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs works to resolve the issue of allowing dual citizenship to Mongolian nationals living abroad. “Today, there are some 144500 Mongolian citizens living abroad and the Foreign Ministry in collaboration with relevant ministries on the exact number of the citizens, as the citizens abroad will vote in the upcoming Presidential Election in June.  Concerning the frequently asked request to resolve dual citizenship, the Ministry is working to resolve so that children born from Mongolian parents are registered as a Mongolian citizen, regardless their location of birthplace” said Director of the Consular Department of the Foreign Ministry Ya.Ariunbold.
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President attends first national symposium of citizens’ representatives
Presidential Office and Judicial General Council co-organized the first national symposium of citizen’s representatives in court on April 17, Monday in the State House. The symposium was attended by some 880 individuals consisting of 416 citizens’ representatives from 330 soums of 21 aimags and 9 districts of the capital city, 114 judges, 121 people representing public organizations, representatives of 77 NGOs and 121 representatives of Khoroos of the capital city’s 9 districts who addressed the role of citizens’ representatives in court and challenges in realization of the relevant law, and issued a recommendation on how to improve the present situation.
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31 bird species endure winter in Ulaanbaatar
According to 2016 census, 27 species of 7,583 invidual birds spent the winter in Ulaanbaatar. The number went up to 31 species of 9,494 individuals in 2017. The Environmental Department of the Ulaanbaatar City Administration and the Mongolian Bird Conservation Center involved all kinds of birds in seven districts of the city and that live through the harsh winter of Ulaanbaatar, the coldest capital city in the world.
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Non-performing loans decrease by 3.2 per cent
Non-performing loans in a banking system amount to MNT1035.5 billion as of the end of March, showing a decrease by MNT34.6 billion or 3.2 per cent compared to previous month. However, the amount is higher by 7 per cent or by MNT67.6 billion than the same period of last year. Non-performing loans made up 8.2 per cent of total outstanding loans, staying the same as in the first quarter of last year.
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City administration calls for productive graduation ceremony
Department of Education of the capital city administration has forwarded a guidance to all schools, private and government-owned, regarding the celebration of graduation.  The guidance concerns pupils of 5th, 9th and 12th grades, encouraging them to celebrate their graduation with purpose.
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Deputy Prime Minister meets World Bank delegates
Deputy Prime Minister U.Khurelsukh received Mona Haddad, Practice Manager for East Asia and the Pacific in the World Bank Group’s Trade and Competitiveness Global Practice on April 17, Monday to discuss the Group's new project in Mongolia.
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Speaker receives Czech Parliament delegation
On April 17, Monday, Parliament Speaker M.Enkhbold met with the Czech Republic delegation, led by Zuzka Bebarova-Rujbrova, Member of Parliament, Chairperson of the Standing Committee on Human Rights and Petitions and Head of Czech-Mongolian friendship group at the Czech Parliament, which is on a visit to Mongolia.
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Housing price index increased in short term
Tenkhleg Zuuch LLC reports on the March results of the “Housing Price Index” study conducted independently at the request of  the Bank of Mongolia. The research shows that the general index of housing price was 1,01 in March, by 1.0 per cent up than in January 2013, basic consideration period of the research. The index increased by 0.17 percent compared to the previous month. The general index increased by 0.10 per cent compared to the starting period of this year, and dropped by 3.34 per cent compared to the same month of previous year.
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DP group urges to postpone enforcement of increased tax rates
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/ Today, April 17, the Democratic Party group in Parliament discussed the approved amendments to the state budget. The group urges to postpone the enforcement term of increased tax rates. Even though the group could not get majority support regarding their proposal not to raise tax rates, they request  to postpone the implementation of the three tax rates that were decided to increase. 
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Photographers to capture modern Ulaanbaatar
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/ On the occasion of World Press Freedom Day which falls on May 3, Mayor’s Office has announced a photography contest themed ‘Modern Ulaanbaatar’.  
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B.Choijilsuren: Prerequisite to implement IMF's Extended Fund Facility program has been satisfied
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/ The first financing of the International Monetary Fund's Extended Fund Facility program will be provided in the middle of June, said Finance Minister in his interview to itoim.mn news website. “- In the night of April 13, when the budget amendments were approved by the Parliament, Governor of the Bank of Mongolia N.Bayartsaikhan and me, as a Finance Minister sent an official letter to IMF, informing that prerequisite to implement the EFF program has been satisfied.    
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B.Ser-Od claims his second silver from Nagano Marathon
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/ The annual international marathon road race “Nagano Olympic Commemorative Marathon” (Nagano 2017 for short) took place on April 16. Mongolian participant B.Ser-Od finished the race as the runner-up.
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Solo exhibition of painter N.Sanchir on display
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/ A solo exhibition of N.Sanchir, painter and member of the Union of Mongolian Artists opened at the Art Gallery of Union of Mongolian Artists on April 13. The exhibition is being organized on the occasion of the 70th birth anniversary of N.Sanchir.  N.Sanchir is a son of State Prize Laureate and People’s Painter-titled L.Namkhaitseren, who was the first director of the Mongolian State Opera and Dance Theatre.
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Mongolia claims six medals from World Jiu-Jitsu Festival
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/ In accordance to the “Abu Dhabi World Jiu-Jitsu Festival 2017”, which is taking place in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, “Abu Dhabi World Jiu-Jitsu Festival – Adults & ParaJiu-Jitsu” championship concluded on April 14-15. With an impressive tally, contestants from Mongolia namely B.Batmunkh, A.Gantulkhuur, A.Munkhbat and B.Uugankhuu claimed 3 gold and 2 silver medals from the tournament.
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EU project to help Mongolia to export honey products
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/ A team of an EU project “Support to the Modernization of Mongolia's Standardization System” has worked in Selenge aimag on April 12-13. The team was composed of project team leader Henk De Pauw, expert Andre Francois and other members. Their mission of the Selenge working tour was to assist with exporting honey and honey products made in Selenge aimag to the European Union.
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Mortgage Corporation’s special purpose entity to release securities
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/ On April 13, the Financial Regulation Commission (FRC) granted a financial activity license to ‘MIC Active Twelve Months”, a special purpose entity established by the "Mongolian Mortgage Corporation“ company last August and registered its securities.  ‘MIC active twelve months” company is releasing mortgage loan guaranteed securities of 2.7 million with nominal value of MNT100 000 and 30-year term. The Commission assigned the two companies to insure the loan package for long term and in accessible way, meeting the interest and demand of the insured.
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Land farmers meet to discuss 2017 goals
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/ During his opening speech at the National Symposium of Land Farmers which took place last Friday, April 14, P.Sergelen, Minister of Food, Agriculture and Light Industry informed that 458 thousand ha land will be cultivated for sowing in 2017.
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Statement of the spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Mongolia
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/ Regarding the recent ballistic missile launch of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Mongolia released a statement on April 16. 
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First Naadam Festival of the World Mongols Held in Brussels 5 hours
Chuluun Sampildondov: The Mongolian Horse Has Long Been a Powerful Symbol of Diplomatic Tradition 6 hours
New Champions Crowned as Mongolia Celebrates National Naadam with Pride 1 day
State Visit to Mongolia by Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Concludes 1 day
President of Mongolia and the Emperor of Japan Attend Soyolon Race at Khui Doloon Khudag 2 days
Chestnut Horse Trained by D. Munkhbat Wins National Naadam Soyolon Race 2 days
Tourists: The Music, Dance, and Horse Parade of Naadam Opening Ceremony Deeply Moving 2 days
Lunar-Spotted Bay Horse Trained by G. Buyantogtokh Wins National Naadam's Daaga Race 2 days
Chestnut Horse Trained by M. Tserenjav Wins National Naadam’s Ikh Nas Race 2 days
Over 800 Police Officers Deployed at Central Stadium During Naadam 2 days
Jochen Krueger: "The horseback part of the Naadam opening ceremony was my favorite" 2 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Attend Opening Ceremony of National Naadam Festival 3 days
National Naadam Commences with Grand Opening Ceremony 3 days
World Horse Day Celebrated for the First Time 3 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Visit Mongol–Japan Hospital 3 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and the Empress of Japan Visit Gandantegchenling Monastery 4 days
State Flag Day Observed with Military Parade 4 days
102 Wrestlers Holding National Titles to Compete in National Naadam Wrestling Tournament 4 days
Bay Horse Trained by B. Gantig Wins National Naadam’s Khyazaalan Race 4 days
Mongolia to Cooperate with The Asia Group to Improve Investment Climate 5 days
Ulaanbaatar Mayor Signs Memorandum of Understanding with UK Export Finance Agency to Boost Metro Project 5 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Visit General Education School in Ulaanbaatar 5 days
Prime Minister of Mongolia Holds Virtual Meeting with Local Governors 5 days
General Police Department: Facilities Ready to Assist Lost Children During Naadam Celebrations 5 days
His Majesty the Emperor of Japan Visits Mongol Koosen Technology College 5 days
Mongolia and France Sign Memorandum to Expand Civil Aviation Cooperation 5 days
Mongolia Economic Forum 2025: Government Commits to Investor-Friendly Policies and Economic Diversification 5 days
Feasibility Study for Ulaanbaatar Tram Project Approved 6 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Visit Memorial Complex for Japanese Nationals 6 days
Government to Gather Public Input on Certain Actions to Be Implemented Within 100 Days 6 days
Mongolia and China Agree to Expand Cooperation in Animal and Plant Quarantine 6 days
Over 7,000 Participants Showcase National Dress at 19th “Deeltei Mongol” Festival 6 days
President of Mongolia and First Lady Hold Official Meeting with Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan 6 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Officially Welcomed 6 days
Exhibition of Mongol Chest Features 19th–20th Century Traditional Mongolian Chests 6 days
Buryat State University Launches Center for Mongolian Language and Culture 7 days
His Majesty the Emperor of Japan Visits the Water Supply and Sewerage Authority 7 days
European Bank for Reconstruction and Development to Increase Investments 7 days
Two Mongolian Boxers Win Medals at World Cup 7 days
Mongolia Hosts Asia-Pacific Air Transport Facilitation Forum 7 days
His Majesty the Emperor of Japan Introduced to Gachuurt Water Source Project 7 days
Uchral Nyam-Osor: Economic Immunity Must Be Outcome of Long-Term Intelligent Policy 7 days
His Majesty Emperor Naruhito of Japan Visits Chinggis Khaan National Museum 7 days
Mongolia Transports Coal to China by Rail and Road until Cross-Border Railway Completion 7 days
MiningWeek & MinePro 2025: “Mining Momentum in Mongolia: Driving Progress and Responsibility” 8 days
This Week in Mongolia 8 days
His Majesty Emperor Naruhito and Her Majesty Empress Masako of Japan Arrive in Mongolia on a State Visit 8 days
Masterworks of Modern Mongolian Craftsmen Exhibited at the Chinggis Khaan National Museum 10 days
Launch Event of the SOAP II Project in Darkhan-Uul Aimag 10 days
NEMA Reports Rising Risk of Floods and Wildfires Across Mongolia 10 days
Mongolian Participants Depart for 57th International Chemistry Olympiad in United Arab Emirates 10 days
National Forum of Civil Servants Emphasizes Reforms for Effective Public Service 10 days
“Open Parliament: Expert” Senior Experience Sharing Program to Be Implemented 10 days
Mongolia to Cooperate with South Korea in Developing Specialized Social Protection Services 10 days
Mongolia’s “TOP-100” Businesses of 2024 Recognized 10 days
Mongolia Records 24 Moderate Earthquakes in First Half of 2025 11 days
Discussion Held on Improving Cooperation with Neighboring Countries in the Transport Sector 11 days
U. Tuya: Human Rights Education to Be Delivered at All Levels from Preschool to Higher Education 11 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" 11 days
Nine State-Owned Energy Companies in Western Region Consolidated into Four 11 days
Functional Overlaps of Government Organizations to Be Eliminated 11 days
Mongolian Women’s Basketball Team Achieves Historic Silver Medal 11 days
The Bank of Mongolia Purchases 5.9 Tons of Precious Metals in First Half of 2025 11 days
International Standards for Biodiversity Conservation to Be Localized in Mongolia 11 days
Japan-Mongolia Sasakawa Scholarship Program to Be Implemented for 12 Years 11 days
89th “Mongolian Athletes’ Day” Celebrated 12 days
“Chinggis Khaan” International Airport Became One of the World’s Ten Most Improved Airports 12 days
Mongolian National Team Playmaker Nandinkhusel Joins Florida’s “Panthers” 12 days
Women’s 3x3 Basketball Team Members Awarded Honored Athlete Titles 12 days
History and Heritage of Undur Gegeen Zanabazar in the Focus of International Scholars 12 days
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