This Week in Mongolia
Summary of events for the week of October 21-27, 2024:
327 days
President of Mongolia’s State Visit to Turkmenistan
330 days
Master of Sports of Mongolia Batsukh Nyamdash Summits Africa’s Highest Peak, Mount Kilimanjaro
Batsukh Nyamdash, a prepress specialist at the MONTSAME National News Agency and a Master of Sports of Mongolia, has successfully summited Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest peak and one of the Seven Summits of the world.
330 days
Sales of Extractive Industries Increased by MNT 3.9 Trillion Compared to Last Year
According to the preliminary results, the production of mining and extractive industries of Mongolia reached MNT 17.1 trillion in the first nine months of 2024, an increase of MNT 1.9 trillion compared to the same period of the previous year. 
330 days
Mongolia and India to Leverage the Strategic Partnership to Expand Relations in All Sectors
Prime Minister of Mongolia Oyun-Erdene Luvsannamsrai met Minister of External Affairs of the Republic of India Subrahmanyam Jaishankar during his visit to Pakistan and exchanged views on cooperation.
330 days
Badrakh Energy Presents Results of Uranium Deposits Studies in Dornogobi Aimag at the GEOMINE 2024 International Conference on Geology and Mining
Experts of  Badrakh Energy delivered many interesting  presentations at the GEOMINE 2024 International Scientific Conference, held in Ulaanbaatar on October 8-9, 2024.
330 days
President of the Australian Senate Pays a Courtesy Call on President of Mongolia
President of the Senate of the Australian Parliament Susan Lines, who is on an official visit to Mongolia paid a courtesy call on President of Mongolia Khurelsukh Uknaa on October 17, 2024.
331 days
Snow Protection Fence Project Introduced to the Ministry of Road and Transport Development
On October 16, 2024, State Secretary of the Ministry of Road and Transport Development of Mongolia Batbold Sandagdorj held a meeting with representatives of a Japanese company “Riken Kogyo”, its Mongolian business partners “Mongol Eco Construction” LLC and “Badrakh Bulag” LLC, and got acquainted with the objectives and significance of Japan’s “Snow Protection Fence” Project.
331 days
One Billion Trees: 41.5 Million Trees Planted Nationwide
As part of the “One Billion Trees” National Movement initiated by President of Mongolia Khurelsukh Ukhnaa, the nationwide tree planting for autumn is being held from September 24 to October 26, 2024.
331 days
A Goal of Advancing Ten Positions in the HDI Set
The Ministry of Family, Labor, and Social Protection of Mongolia has set a goal of halving the unemployment and poverty rates, increasing GDP per capita to USD 8-10 thousand, and advancing ten positions in the Human Development Index in the period of 2024-2028.
331 days
The Sixth World Media Summit Convenes Representatives of 106 Countries
The Sixth World Media Summit under the theme “Artificial Intelligence and Media Transformation” took place on October 12-17, 2024, in Ürümqi, the People’s Republic of China.
331 days
Delegation from Mongolia Participates at the 149th Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union
The 149th Assembly of the International Parliamentary Union (IPU) was held in Geneva, Switzerland, on October 13-17, 2024.
331 days
President of the Australian Senate Susan Lines on an Official Visit to Mongolia
At the invitation of Chairman of the State Great Khural Amarbayasgalan Dashzegve, President of the Senate of the Australian Parliament Susan Lines, is on an official visit to Mongolia on October 16-19, 2024. 
331 days
Meeting Between the Heads of Government of Mongolia, China, and Russia Held
Prime Minister of Mongolia Oyun-Erdene Luvsannamsrai met with Prime Minister of the Russian Federation Mikhail Mishustin and Premier of the State Council of the People's Republic of China Li Qiang on October 16, 2024.
332 days
Need of More Processed Cashmere to Earn More Profit Emphasized
A total of 10 thousand tons of cashmere is produced yearly in Mongolia and if raw and washed cashmere export is banned more processed or value-added cashmere would be exported, making significantly higher profits, emphasized Executive Director of Mongolian Wool and Cashmere Association Altantsetseg Duger at a scientific conference “Mongolian Cashmere Study-2024”.
332 days
Hero of Labor of Mongolia Surenjav Ulambayar Receives Kukkiwon Award
Hero of Labor of Mongolia Surenjav Ulambayar, who won the Summer Paralympic Games in Paris, France, has been honored with the most prestigious award from the World Taekwon-Do Headquarters.
332 days
Export Consist of Precious Stones, Metals, Jewelry, and Textiles Products
Mongolia conducted trade with a total of 154 countries in the first nine months of 2024, with total foreign trade turnover reaching USD 20.4 billion.
332 days
Eighty Nine Thousand Tons of Briquette Fuel Stockpiled
As part of the winter preparation efforts for 2024-2025, "Tavantolgoi Tulsh" LLC has completed technical upgrades at its Eastern Plant’s Sectors II and III to increase production capacity.
332 days
World White Cane Safety Day
October 15 of each year is traditionally marked as the World White Cane Safety Day, raising awareness for visually impaired individuals.
332 days
Trade and Development Bank of Mongolia Successfully Secures Long-Term Financing from U.S. International Development Finance Corporation
Trade and Development Bank (TDB) successfully secured long-term concessional funding by signing a finance agreement with the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) on September 30, 2024, noting a first-time direct correspondence of Mongolian banking and financial institutions with DFC, a U.S. Government Agency.
332 days
Digital Bridge 2025 Tech Forum Set for October 2–4 in Astana 21 hours
Global Experts Convene in Ulaanbaatar for 'Bone and Muscle Health 2025' 21 hours
Mongolian Cadet Judokas Secure Two Bronze Medals at Asian Championships 22 hours
Mongolia’s Largest Mining Event Highlights Investment and Responsible Mining 22 hours
Asia-Pacific Broadcasters Convene in Mongolia to Safeguard National Heritage Through Media 1 day
World’s Oldest Protected Mountain, Bogd Khan, Honored in State Worship Ceremony 1 day
Kazakhstan’s Ministry of Digital Development Announces the First Holder of Digital Nomad Residency 1 day
Defense Sector to Enhance Exchange, Cooperation 1 day
Open-Air Sports Complex Commissioned in Tolgoit 1 day
Ulaanbaatar and Japan Strengthen Clean Energy Partnership 1 day
General Meeting of Asia Securities Forum Opens in Ulaanbaatar 1 day
Mongolia Reviews Achievements of SCALA Climate Initiative 1 day
Government to Develop Unified ‘E-Business’ Platform for Enterprises 1 day
Minister Battsetseg Meets Naoko Ito to Advance Mongolia-Japan Cultural Ties 1 day
‘Mongolia-Japan Ethics and Discipline’ Calligraphy Exhibition Opens 2 days
State Visit of Governor-General of Australia Samantha Mostyn Concludes 2 days
Women Leaders Drive Equality Dialogue in Mongolia 2 days
Government Reports Operational Improvements at Erdenes Tavantolgoi Under Special Regime 2 days
Mongolia Records USD 16.6 Billion in Trade 2 days
Mongolian Businesses Meet South Korean Construction and Food Industry Entrepreneurs 2 days
Bolor-Erdene Ranks 32nd in World Duathlon Rankings 3 days
Drug Enforcement Department to Operate as Independent Unit 3 days
Government Launches D-GOV.mn System to Incorporate Citizens’ Initiatives into Decisions 3 days
Mongolian School in Ottawa Opens New Academic Year 3 days
Ambassador of Mongolia to Argentina Presents Letter of Credentials 3 days
Mongolia Deploys 15th Battalion’s Second Contingent to UN Mission in South Sudan 3 days
Wreaths Laid at the Monument for the Victims of Political Repression 3 days
Procedure for Customs Inspection of Goods and Vehicles Revised 3 days
The MongolZ Rankings Rise to Second Worldwide 3 days
Gutain Davaa at Risk of Withering in the Shadows of Gold 3 days
Third Meeting of the 'Working Group on Crisis Management Audit' Held 3 days
Hall of Fame for Mongolian Tank Troops Opens 3 days
Global South Media Leaders Discuss AI, Peace, Information 4 days
Climate Change and Human Activity Accelerate Decline of Mukhart River 4 days
Embryo Transfer of Mongolian Yak Successfully Implemented 4 days
Prime Minister Zandanshatar Reviews Harvest Progress in Orkhon and Selenge 4 days
New SICOS Social Insurance System to Be Piloted in 330 Soums 4 days
Dagvadorj Davaasuren Wins International Opera Singers’ Competition 4 days
Yuhan Group Joins ‘Billions of Trees’ National Movement 4 days
Zurich Celebrates Mongolian Heritage at Museum Night 4 days
Government Asked to Speed Up Crop Farming Decisions 4 days
Mongolian Cyclists Claim Gold and Bronze at International Events 4 days
Possibilities of Introducing Artificial Intelligence into Library Services Discussed 4 days
Power of Siberia 2: Ulaanbaatar Gas Supply Project Highlighted at 10th Eastern Economic Forum 5 days
International Literacy Day Marked Today 5 days
PM Zandanshatar Visits Construction of ‘Mimo’ Agro Park 5 days
'Suu' JSC Launches Bond Trading with Ring the Gong Ceremony 5 days
Ulaanbaatar Call for Action on Advancing the Human Rights of Older Persons Adopted 5 days
Exploring Pathways for Economic Growth Through Digital Transition 5 days
Ch. Tserennadmid: Long-Term Cooperation with Australia Brings Sustainable Development and Progress 5 days
Mongolia and Türkiye Expand Strategic Health Partnership 5 days
‘From Clay to Digital’ Exhibition Showcases Evolution of Art 5 days
Mongolian Draughts Players Win in Asian Team Championships 2025 5 days
Khuslen Ariunjargal Wins Bronze Medal at Asian Cup 5 days
Governor-General of Australia and First Gentleman Plant Trees at Ikh Tenger Complex 5 days
Mongolia Unveils Oyut Copper Deposit with 357 Million Tons of Ore 5 days
Northern Regional Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment Sub-Center Opens 5 days
E. Bolor-Erdene Claims Champion Title at 2025 Asia Triathlon Duathlon Cup 5 days
Rio Tinto’s Newly Appointed CEO Simon Trott Visits Mongolia 5 days
This Week in Mongolia 5 days
Mongolia, Kazakhstan Discuss New Air Route, Regularizing Flight Frequency 8 days
MoU Signed with the Financial Services Authority of Kazakhstan 8 days
Supercomputer for Meteorology Commissioned 8 days
Ulaanbaatar City and Jeollanam-do Province Sign MoU 8 days
Poland Expresses Intention to Increase Tourist Arrivals to Mongolia 8 days
Awards Presented to Students Who Achieved Success in International Olympiads 8 days
Presidents of Mongolia and South Korea Hold Phone Talks on Bilateral Cooperation 8 days
President of Mongolia and Governor-General of Australia Hold Official Talks 8 days
Governor-General of Australia Officially Welcomed 8 days
‘UB Drone Battle’ Competition Announced 8 days
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