Minister Kh.Badelkhan meets Ambassador of China
Minister of Construction and Urban Development Kh.Badelkhan met Ambassador of China to Mongolia Xing Haiming on January 8.
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Progress of ‘Nogoon nuur’ residential project heard
On January 8, P.Bayarkhuu, Ulaanbaatar city’s deputy Governor in charge of infrastructure and ger area development, held a meeting with Li Yun Jiang, head of the office of a Project on Ger Area Re-planning, which will be implemented with an assistance of Baotou city of China, and other related officials.
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DPRK Ambassador presents diplomatic credentials
President Kh.Battulga accepted letter of credence of the newly affiliated Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK) to Mongolia, Mr O Sung Ho on January 8. 
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Ministry announces 2018 as Year of Energy Saving and Efficiency
On January 5, Ministerial Council of Energy held its first meeting of 2018.
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MCC: Decision on Erdenet share transfer was not a mutual agreement
The Government had its irregular meeting on January 4, and announced that Erdenet Mining Corporation (EMC) has become 100 percent government-owned now, as government takes EMC’s 49 per cent shares. In response, Mongolian Copper Corporation (MCC) held a press conference on the matter in the Mongol News media center on January 5.
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Demand of regenerated goat wool increases
Mongolian Agricultural Commodity Exchange trade reached MNT 1.2 billion on January 5, of which regenerated wool  made up the most of the trade.
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President Kh.Battulga introduced child protection campaign
On January 5, President Kh.Battulga was introduced a month campaign titled ‘Let’s protect children from cyber-attack’ being jointly commenced by Mongolian Women’s Democratic Union (MWDU) and civic social organizations.
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National contest attracts over 1,000 traditional script writers
Winners of the national contest ‘Foremost Traditional Script Writers of Mongolia - 2017’ received their awards on January 8 at the National Modern Art Gallery, where the best works were exhibited to the public.
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Sukhbaatar district sets an example in waste recycling
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/ Sukhbaatar district has installed waste sorting bins in its district and quarter offices to encourage recycling among citizens.
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Morin Khuur Ensemble to play its first concert of 2018
The State Philharmonic of Mongolia will kick off its first concert of 2018 with ‘Mongolian composers’ compositions/works/pieces’ by Morin Khuur Ensemble on January 12.
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National Teen Football Cup commences in Khentii aimag
The Mongolian Football Federation is organizing the first-ever ‘National Teen Football Cup’ to select best teen footballers under 16 years old.
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Surgeon J.Chinburen becomes honorary member of French Academy of Surgery
General Director of National Cancer Center, Medical Doctor, Surgeon J.Chinburen has become an honorary member of French Academy of Surgery, one of the oldest academies of sciences.
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National amateur chess championship concludes
A final round of the National Amateur Chess Championship, traditionally organized on the Day of Constitution of Mongolia under auspice of the Parliament Speaker, took place on January 7.
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30 meter ice tower built for trees
An ice tower with hight of 30 meter and weight of 200 ton was created by ‘Yandashgui Tal’ company with an aim to reserve water.
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Altanbulag and Zamyn-Uud border checkpoints to be expanded
Expansion works of Altanbulag border point in Selenge province and Zamyn-Uud border point in Dornogobi province are to be built with soft loan from Asian Development Bank and non-refundable aid from China.
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January 8 events
Following events are expected on January 8.
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Prime Minister reports on progress of ger area re-planning
Prime Minister U.Khurelsukh affirmed the continuation of Housing Mortgage Program in order to intensify conversion of ger areas into apartment towns during his report to Parliament on January 5.
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Parliament adopts resolution instead of state of emergency
On January 5, Parliament Speaker M.Enkhbold said that a state of emergency will not be declared in Ulaanbaatar to fight air pollution, a measure proposed by President Kh.Battulga.
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State Budget revenue reached MNT 5 trillion in 2017
Economic growth in 2017 has been at 3.8 percent against 1.2 percent in 2016 according to preliminary performance report. Specifically, agriculture has risen by 4.4 per cent, while service saw 8.5 percent increase.  
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Coal transport in route Tavantolgoi and Gashuuunsukhait runs normally
Coal transport  in route Tavantolgoi and Gashuuunsukhait now runs normally. The National Road Transport Center concluded agreements established with coal transportation entities and over 4700 trucks of about 60 entities that met requirements of national laws and regulations started coal transport in this direction. 
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Power Plants Hold 14 Days of Coal Reserves 13 hours
Working Group Recovers MNT 22 Billion to Protect State Assets 15 hours
‘Government to Support Business Freedom, Guarantee Protection of Private Property’ 17 hours
Foreign Minister Battsetseg Meets Mongolist Shimamura Ippei 17 hours
Mongolia, Qatar to Cooperate on Export of Halal-Processed Meat 18 hours
Mongolia Launches Gender Equality Seal in Environment Sector 18 hours
Mongolia Among Asia’s Most Advanced Countries in Water Security 21 hours
'White Gold' Movement Enables Domestic Producers to Supply About 70 Percent of Raw Materials 1 day
Parliament Ratified Interim Trade Agreement 1 day
UK-Funded Project to Boost English Skills in Remote Areas of Mongolia 1 day
Ancient Burial Sites Uncovered During Geological Surveys 1 day
Mongolian Parliamentary Delegation Visits South Korea 1 day
Bank of Mongolia Keeps Policy Rate Unchanged 1 day
'The MongolZ' Ranks Seventh in World Ranking 1 day
Mongolia Secures 7th World Title in Memory, Mind Sports 1 day
Parliamentary Committee Holds Hearing for Governor of Bank of Mongolia Nominee 1 day
Mongolia Calls for Global Transparency in Political Financing at UN Summit 1 day
Mining and Extractive Industry Sales Up by MNT 2.7 Trillion from 2024 1 day
Special Exhibition Showcases Traditional Mongolian Clothing, Adornments 1 day
Exploring the 'Zuuvch-Ovoo' Uranium Project and Its Future Outlook 3 days
Boy Playfully Herds Yak Calf with His Own Programmed Drone 3 days
Over 200,000 Tonnes of Fuel to Be Imported This Month 3 days
Government to Submit Draft Resolution on Privatization and Public Offering of State Assets 3 days
Rare Metals Research Center Opened in Mongolia 3 days
Net Domestic Assets Increase by MNT 5.7 Trillion 3 days
Four Japanese Judo Coaches to Work in Mongolia 3 days
Over 8,000 Livestock Relocated from Ulaanbaatar’s Restricted Zone 3 days
Parliament Examines Oyu Tolgoi Agreements, Benefits in Multi-Day Evidence Hearing 3 days
‘Food Revolution’ Boosts Production, Jobs, and Exports 3 days
Three Schools and Five Kindergartens to Be Built in Selbe 20-Minute City 4 days
Moon Dance Team Wins Another Bronze Medal at World Championships 4 days
Greater Tumen Initiative Tourism Board Meeting Held in Mongolia 4 days
This Week in Mongolia 4 days
Government Task Force to Enter Talks with ‘Entrée Resources’ 4 days
New Apartment Prices Rise 11 Percent 4 days
First Residents Move into New Homes Following Redevelopment of the 100 Ail Public Housing Project 5 days
Outstanding Young Scientists and Doctors Receive Presidential Awards 5 days
Mongolia Outlines Priorities at IOM Council’s 116th Session 7 days
Ulaanbaatar Seeks Public Input on Even-Odd Traffic Restrictions 7 days
“Burte Chono 2025” Honors Mongolia’s Top Athletes 7 days
Parliament Finalizes Resolution to Zero Import Duties on Fodder and Flour 7 days
Mongolia, Lithuania Hold Political Consultations in Ulaanbaatar 7 days
Mongolia Urges Global Action to Treat Wastewater as a Resource 7 days
Mongolian Boxers Win Four Medals at World Cup of Petroleum Countries 8 days
Advanced Technology Reveals 3,000-Year-Old Rock Art Now on Display 8 days
Fifth International Conference on Mongolian Studies Held in Poland 8 days
Bank of Mongolia Releases 'Tugrug-100 Years' Commemorative Stamp Released 8 days
Children’s Consultative Polyclinic to Launch Surgical Services in 2026 8 days
Views Exchanged on Accelerating SDGs Implementation 8 days
Mongolian Student Wins World Drone-Coding Championship at Enjoy AI 2025 8 days
Coal Exports Reach 79 Million Tonnes as Exchange Trading Grows 8 days
Mongolian Powerlifter Becomes Asian Champion 8 days
Government Directs Public Institutions Not to Hold New Year or Anniversary Celebrations Using Budget Funds 9 days
Mongolia to Send Over 100 Athletes to Asian Beach Games 9 days
Gashuunsukhait Checkpoint to Handle More Coal Exports 9 days
Prime Minister Directs Officials to Intensify Anti-Corruption Drive 9 days
Speaker of Parliament Meets Ambassadors of Russia, China 9 days
France Returns Dinosaur Fossils to Mongolia Following Decade-Long Legal Process 9 days
UN Meeting Highlights Importance of Rangelands Ahead of Mongolia’s COP17 9 days
New Year Tree Lighting Ceremony at Sukhbaatar Square to Begin at 19:00 Today 9 days
PM Orders Priority Financing for Salaries, Pensions and Child Benefits 9 days
ADB Approves USD 60 Million for Ulaanbaatar’s First Bus Rapid Transit System 9 days
Mongolia Renews Call to Lower Shareholder Loan Interest for Oyu Tolgoi Project 9 days
Mongolia to Expand International Cooperation on Child Development and Protection 9 days
Winners of the 15th “Golden Pen” National Student Journalism Awards Announced 10 days
MONTSAME News Agency Begins Distributing News in Korean 10 days
‘Ulaanbaatar Metro’ Construction to Begin in June 2026 10 days
Mongolia, IAEA Strengthen Cooperation on Peaceful Use of Nuclear Energy 10 days
Mongolia, Slovenia Affirm Commitment to Advance Joint Initiatives 10 days
Mongolian Judokas Cap 2025 with 39 Medals, Featuring 10 Gold 10 days
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