Mountaineer G.Usukhbayar climbing K2
On June 20, State Honored Athlete G.Usukhbayar starts his attempt to conquering K2, which is elevated at 8611 meters above sea level, and has the second-highest fatality rate among the eight-thousanders.
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Different breeds of sheep to be raised in mongolia
With an aim to improve sheep quality, Ministry of Food, Agriculture and Light Industry has brought in 657 sheep of Suffolk, Berrichon, Romanov and Merino breeds. These high-grade sheep will be used in Mongolian agriculture in accordance with the breeding strategic and policy. “Taishir-Urguu” LLC was selected as the first one to use them for breeding. The offspring of these sheep will be provided by order to private entities engaged in meat and wool production.
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Roaring Hooves international festival approaching
A rendition of the original version of ‘Ulemjiin Chanar’ song by Fifth Noyon Khutagt Danzanravjaa will engage the attendees of the opening ceremony of international music festival ‘Roaring Hooves’.
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Anti-corruption authority transfers “60 billion Tugrug” bribery case materials to UB Prosecutor’s Office
A ninety-minute audio recording has been uncovered by a man named G.Dorjzodov. Certain political leaders from the Mongolian People’s Party (MPP), including presidential candidate M.Enkhbold, negotiate the appointments to leading public offices for bribe money of MNT 60 billion. The Independent Authority Against Corruption is transferring the materials regarding the alleged bribery to the UB City Prosecutor’s Office on the grounds that the validity of the audio recording is unclear.
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National Blood Transfusion Research Center opens branch in Bulgan aimag
Mongolian National Blood Transfusion Research Center opened its division in Bulgan aimag. G.Tuya, assistant doctor of the Bulgan aimag division of the National Blood Transfusion Research Center said that a blood bank of Bulgan aimag has been widened to a division in the scope of a project 'Health sector development-5' with an investment from the World Health Organization and Asian Development Bank. Maintenance and repair works amounting to MNT 55 million and equipment of MNT 432 million have been provided for the division. 
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State Prize-winning film score to open Naadam festival
State Prize Laureate, State Honored Cultural Figure E.Choidog’s film score for 1961 documentary ‘Exquisite Mongolia’ will resound at the opening ceremony of traditional Naadam festival this year.
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State-run universities won't increase tuition fees this year
The Cabinet resolved Monday not to increase tuition fees for bachelor’s programs in the academic year 2017-2018.
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Ambassador L.Purevsuren appointed as permanent representative to int'l organizations in Geneva
Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Mongolia to Swiss Confederation L.Purevsuren was appointed as a permanent representative of Mongolia to the United Nations and other international organizations in Geneva. During today’s cabinet meeting, the Government made this decision and on withdrawal of previous permanent representative B.Purevdorj.  
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Minimum pension level to be raised by MNT40-50 thousand
The hearing of process of amendments to trilateral labor and social agreement was held during today's Cabinet meeting and the Government approved a resolution on spending MNT161 billion for pension raise in 2018.
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Rule of student tuition loan renewed to widen access
During today’s cabinet meeting, the Government renewed “Rule on Student’s development loan” to widen the access of the loan, soften some requirements and criteria and facilitate the loan issuance on the basis of the current state of loan issuance and proposals from people.
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Pensioners to receive longevity grant before Naadam
Mongolian pensioners who are 65 years of age or up will receive their longevity grant before the Mongolian National Festival-Naadam.
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Mazaalai satellite to orbit over Mongolia 5-6 times per day
Following “SpaceX Falcon 9” rocket launch, which delivered Mongolia's first satellite “Mazaalai” into space, a ceremony was held to award certificates to the investors and sponsors at the National University (NUM) of Mongolia on June 19.
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Stock Exchange Weekly Review (June 12 - 16)
During the period between June 12 and 16, 2017, MSE conducted 5 trading sessions with a total value of MNT 27,373,371,720. The daily average value was MNT 5.5 billion.
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Bank of Mongolia issues 1-week bills
The Bank of Mongolia issues 1 week bills worth MNT 595.6 billion at a weighted interest rate of 12.0 percent per annum.
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Cabinet to propose parliament to ratify intergovernmental highway transport agreement
At its regular meeting on June 20, the cabinet decided to submit a bill on ratification of the Agreement on Conducting International Transport through Asian Highway Network between the Government of Mongolia and the Government of the People’s Republic of China.
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G.Ariunbaatar wins Song Prize Trophy of BBC Cardiff Singer of The World
Ariunbaatar Ganbaatar, winner of the 15th International Tchaikovsky Competition and laureate of the Chinggis Khaan Order of Mongolia, won the Song Prize Trophy together with Scotland’s Catriona Morrison on June 17 at the BBC Cardiff Singer of the World 2017. Having joint winners of the Song Prize is an unusual event for the BBC stage.
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Minister D.Oyunkhorol meets with Chinese tourism delegates
On June 19, D.Oyunkhorol, Minister of Environment and Tourism received Chinese delegates led by Li Jinzao, Chairman of China National Tourism Administration. The Chinese delegates arrived in Mongolia on June 19 within the framework of a meeting of tourism ministers of Mongolia, China and Russia, which is taking place in Ulan-Ude city of Russia. 
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Chinese government aid to go to Ger area re-planning
The cabinet of ministers resolved to dedicate the non-refundable aid of CNY 2.0 billion from the Chinese government to restructuring of Ger Districts. The funding project is expected to reduce Ulaanbaatar’s soil pollution by 75 percent. General plans were approved and had been halted due to the lack of finance. This issue was solved at the regular meeting of cabinet held today.
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Some imported railroad equipment being produced at home
Railroad maintenance engineers and technicians are producing some equipment and devices domestically that would replace foreign import. These include cleaning machine of snow, sand and weeds on railroads and electronic test equipment and the newly invented devices proved to be very efficient in increasing work productivity and saving time as well as economical.   
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Presidential candidates to debate this Saturday
A presidential debate has finally been scheduled to challenge the candidates M.Enkhbold (MPP), Kh.Battulga (DP) and S.Ganbaatar (MPRP) in a face-off.
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Prime Minister of Mongolia Affirms Full Support for Special Olympics Movement 19 hours
River Levels Surpass Flood Thresholds Across Central Mongolia 19 hours
World Leaders Congratulate President of Mongolia on National Naadam Festival 1 day
First Naadam Festival of the World Mongols Held in Brussels 3 days
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Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Visit General Education School in Ulaanbaatar 8 days
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General Police Department: Facilities Ready to Assist Lost Children During Naadam Celebrations 8 days
His Majesty the Emperor of Japan Visits Mongol Koosen Technology College 8 days
Mongolia and France Sign Memorandum to Expand Civil Aviation Cooperation 8 days
Mongolia Economic Forum 2025: Government Commits to Investor-Friendly Policies and Economic Diversification 8 days
Feasibility Study for Ulaanbaatar Tram Project Approved 8 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Visit Memorial Complex for Japanese Nationals 9 days
Government to Gather Public Input on Certain Actions to Be Implemented Within 100 Days 9 days
Mongolia and China Agree to Expand Cooperation in Animal and Plant Quarantine 9 days
Over 7,000 Participants Showcase National Dress at 19th “Deeltei Mongol” Festival 9 days
President of Mongolia and First Lady Hold Official Meeting with Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan 9 days
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan Officially Welcomed 9 days
Exhibition of Mongol Chest Features 19th–20th Century Traditional Mongolian Chests 9 days
Buryat State University Launches Center for Mongolian Language and Culture 9 days
His Majesty the Emperor of Japan Visits the Water Supply and Sewerage Authority 10 days
European Bank for Reconstruction and Development to Increase Investments 10 days
Two Mongolian Boxers Win Medals at World Cup 10 days
Mongolia Hosts Asia-Pacific Air Transport Facilitation Forum 10 days
His Majesty the Emperor of Japan Introduced to Gachuurt Water Source Project 10 days
Uchral Nyam-Osor: Economic Immunity Must Be Outcome of Long-Term Intelligent Policy 10 days
His Majesty Emperor Naruhito of Japan Visits Chinggis Khaan National Museum 10 days
Mongolia Transports Coal to China by Rail and Road until Cross-Border Railway Completion 10 days
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This Week in Mongolia 10 days
His Majesty Emperor Naruhito and Her Majesty Empress Masako of Japan Arrive in Mongolia on a State Visit 11 days
Masterworks of Modern Mongolian Craftsmen Exhibited at the Chinggis Khaan National Museum 13 days
Launch Event of the SOAP II Project in Darkhan-Uul Aimag 13 days
NEMA Reports Rising Risk of Floods and Wildfires Across Mongolia 13 days
Mongolian Participants Depart for 57th International Chemistry Olympiad in United Arab Emirates 13 days
National Forum of Civil Servants Emphasizes Reforms for Effective Public Service 13 days
“Open Parliament: Expert” Senior Experience Sharing Program to Be Implemented 13 days
Mongolia to Cooperate with South Korea in Developing Specialized Social Protection Services 13 days
Mongolia’s “TOP-100” Businesses of 2024 Recognized 13 days
Mongolia Records 24 Moderate Earthquakes in First Half of 2025 13 days
Discussion Held on Improving Cooperation with Neighboring Countries in the Transport Sector 14 days
U. Tuya: Human Rights Education to Be Delivered at All Levels from Preschool to Higher Education 14 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" 14 days
Nine State-Owned Energy Companies in Western Region Consolidated into Four 14 days
Functional Overlaps of Government Organizations to Be Eliminated 14 days
Mongolian Women’s Basketball Team Achieves Historic Silver Medal 14 days
The Bank of Mongolia Purchases 5.9 Tons of Precious Metals in First Half of 2025 14 days
International Standards for Biodiversity Conservation to Be Localized in Mongolia 14 days
Japan-Mongolia Sasakawa Scholarship Program to Be Implemented for 12 Years 14 days
89th “Mongolian Athletes’ Day” Celebrated 15 days
“Chinggis Khaan” International Airport Became One of the World’s Ten Most Improved Airports 15 days
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