Mongolia COVID-19 Update - June 17
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2019 EU report on human rights and democracy in Mongolia released
On June 16, the Council of the European Union approved the 2019 EU annual report on human rights and democracy in the world. The 2019 country update for Mongolia is available here PDF icon2019 Mongolia Country Report. 
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Foreign Minister signs letters of exchange with Japan
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/. Minister of Foreign Affairs D.Tsogtbaatar and Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Japan to Mongolia Kobayashi Hiroyuki signed the intergovernmental letters of exchange.
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“Clean Air City” virtual scientific conference takes place
“Ulaanbaatar will become a zero-waste city in 2050. To accomplish this goal, it is necessary  to create a multi-centered city system and to produce energy from waste,” emphasized Deputy Governor of the Capital City in charge of air and environmental pollution issues D.Munkhjargal in her remarks addressed at the opening of an international virtual scientific conference entitled “Clean Air City” being held today, June 17.
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JICA project coordinating committee convenes virtually
The Joint Coordinating Committee of theJapan International Cooperation (JICA)’s Technical Assistance Project for Capacity Development of Road Pavement Design Suitable for Mongolian Climate Condition held its third meeting virtually.
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Ambassador to Canada participates in Canada-Mongolia parliamentary group’s meeting
Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Mongolia to Canada Ya.Ariunbold took part in a telemeeting of the Canada-Mongolia Parliamentary Friendship Group in the Parliament of Canada held on June 16.
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Hannes Takacs appointed as new head of EBRD in Mongolia
Hannes Takacs has been appointed to lead the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) in Mongolia. He will start his new role as head of office on 14 July and move to Ulaanbaatar as soon as conditions allow.
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Mongolian troops arrive in Moscow to partake in Victory Day Parade
Military contingent of the Armed Forces of Mongolia, who will participate in military parade of the 75th anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War, has come to Moscow city on June 14.  
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Two new one stop service centers for survivors of gender-based violence launched
In the first quarter of 2020 when the restrictions were at their strictest, OSSCs supported by UNFPA saw an 87% increase in the number of clients compared to the same period in 2019. 
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Animal health care service to be improved in gobi region
On June 16, GAVS Director General D.Tumendemberel and Oyu Tolgoi Operations Director Tim Eckersley signed an agreement to cooperate in stabilizing the operation of the Inter-Soum Animal Health Care Center and improving livestock health and animal health care services.
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Mongolia ranked 61st out of 63 countries in World Competitiveness Ranking
The Swiss-based IMD World Competitiveness Center has released “World Competitiveness Annual Report 2020.” 
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Charter flight takes off to Seoul
Mongolia’s charter flight to repatriate its citizens has taken off today at 09:14 am to Seoul.
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Two new one stop service centers for survivors of gender-based violence launched
Two new One Stop Service Centers (OSSC) for survivors of gender-based and domestic violence were launched in the Chingeltei and Sukhbaatar Districts of Ulaanbaatar by the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) and the Ministry of Labour and Social Protection (MOLSP). Under the project co-funded by the UNFPA, Swiss Development Agency and the Government of Mongolia.
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New sports field opens in Bayanzurkh district
A 4.4-meter-wide, four-lane 450-meter jogging track, a 5,500-square-meter football field, an 880-square-meter basketball and volleyball court, an 84-meter-long 1.2-meter-wide walkway, and 1,155 square meters of sidewalks have been built. In addition, the sports field was built with spectator seats, shade, children's playgrounds, parking lots and restrooms, adding one more place for children and youth to visit.
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Naadam Festival organizing committee convenes
The organizing committee of Naadam Festival has resolved to organize the festival on July 11-12 without large gatherings in compliance with the Covid-19 safety rules and regulations and not organize public events such as mountain worship ceremonies and anniversary celebrations.
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Chairman of City Council R.Dagva meets U.S. Ambassador Michael Klecheski
Chairman of the Citizens’ Representatives Khural of the Capital City (City Council) R.Dagva today received Ambassador of the United States to Mongolia Michael Klecheski, touching upon and discussing numerous matters including bilateral ties, parliamentary election, prosperity of Ulaanbaatar city and timely situation of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Agreement on national customs enforcement network application signed
An agreement on using the national Customs Enforcement Network (nCEN) application between Customs General Administration of Mongolia (CGAM) and the World Customs Organization (WCO) was established on June 12 in Ulaanbaatar.
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Mongolia COVID-19 Update - June 16
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30 thousand school graduates to take higher education entrance exam July 2-5
The Ministry of Education, Culture, Science and Sports yesterday, June 15, provided update on the ongoing preparation of the 2020 general entrance exam for high school graduates. The nationwide entrance exam to colleges and universities is scheduled on July 02-05. 
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World Bank Group supports Mongolia’s efforts to improve investment climate, inspire investor confidence
IFC, a member of the World Bank Group, and the National Development Agency (NDA) are launching an institutional platform to help the government resolve investor grievances efficiently and transparently, thereby improving investor confidence in Mongolia.
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Power of Siberia 2: Ulaanbaatar Gas Supply Project Highlighted at 10th Eastern Economic Forum 2 hours
International Literacy Day Marked Today 2 hours
PM Zandanshatar Visits Construction of ‘Mimo’ Agro Park 2 hours
'Suu' JSC Launches Bond Trading with Ring the Gong Ceremony 3 hours
Ulaanbaatar Call for Action on Advancing the Human Rights of Older Persons Adopted 4 hours
Exploring Pathways for Economic Growth Through Digital Transition 6 hours
Ch. Tserennadmid: Long-Term Cooperation with Australia Brings Sustainable Development and Progress 7 hours
Mongolia and Türkiye Expand Strategic Health Partnership 7 hours
‘From Clay to Digital’ Exhibition Showcases Evolution of Art 7 hours
Mongolian Draughts Players Win in Asian Team Championships 2025 8 hours
Khuslen Ariunjargal Wins Bronze Medal at Asian Cup 8 hours
Governor-General of Australia and First Gentleman Plant Trees at Ikh Tenger Complex 8 hours
Mongolia Unveils Oyut Copper Deposit with 357 Million Tons of Ore 8 hours
Northern Regional Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment Sub-Center Opens 8 hours
E. Bolor-Erdene Claims Champion Title at 2025 Asia Triathlon Duathlon Cup 9 hours
Rio Tinto’s Newly Appointed CEO Simon Trott Visits Mongolia 9 hours
This Week in Mongolia 10 hours
Mongolia, Kazakhstan Discuss New Air Route, Regularizing Flight Frequency 3 days
MoU Signed with the Financial Services Authority of Kazakhstan 3 days
Supercomputer for Meteorology Commissioned 3 days
Ulaanbaatar City and Jeollanam-do Province Sign MoU 3 days
Poland Expresses Intention to Increase Tourist Arrivals to Mongolia 3 days
Awards Presented to Students Who Achieved Success in International Olympiads 3 days
Presidents of Mongolia and South Korea Hold Phone Talks on Bilateral Cooperation 3 days
President of Mongolia and Governor-General of Australia Hold Official Talks 3 days
Governor-General of Australia Officially Welcomed 3 days
‘UB Drone Battle’ Competition Announced 3 days
Protective Equipment and Devices Handed Over 3 days
PM Zandanshatar Meets President Putin at the Eastern Economic Forum in Vladivostok 3 days
‘Nairamdal’ International Children’s Camp Hosts Over 100 Foreign Children This Summer 3 days
Governor-General of the Commonwealth of Australia Samantha Mostyn Arrives for State Visit 3 days
'Heritage of Artistry' Family and Generational Art Exhibition Opens 3 days
PM Zandanshatar Arrives in Vladivostok for Eastern Economic Forum 4 days
Total Assets of Banking Sector Rise by 15 Percent 4 days
Experts from 23 Countries Compete in Asia-Pacific CyberDrill 4 days
‘Ulaanbaatar Walking Festival 2025’ Held 4 days
Chinggis Khaan Documentary to Premiere in Mongolia 4 days
Altanbulag Port Expansion to Boost Transport Traffic by 3 to 4 Times 4 days
Zandanshatar Gombojav: Eurasian Market Open to Mongolia’s Agricultural Sector 4 days
Discussions Held on Satellite City Development and Relocation of Government Institutions 4 days
Speaker Amarbayasgalan to Visit Kazakhstan 4 days
New Zealand Parliament Speaker Concludes Official Visit to Mongolia 4 days
Mongolia to Implement Affordable Housing Program with World Bank 5 days
Four-Day UltraMarathon Tour Promotes Mongolia Abroad 5 days
Mongolia-China-Russia Leaders Convene for 7th Trilateral Meeting in Beijing 5 days
Fitch Affirms Mongolia’s Credit Rating at ‘B+’ with Stable Outlook 5 days
Mongolia to Fully Meet Domestic Flour Demand with Harvested Wheat 5 days
PM Submits 2026 Budget and Outlines Reform Priorities 5 days
President of Mongolia Lays Wreath at the Memorial Complex in Janchkhuu 5 days
BA in Acting Program Named After G. Dorjsambuu Launched 5 days
‘Erdenes Tavantolgoi’ JSC Trades 32,000 Tons of Thermal Coal 5 days
G. Zandanshatar: 'Gas Pipeline Through Mongolia to Become Millennium-Scale Project' 5 days
‘Erdenes Mongol’ LLC Appoints New Chairman of the Board of Directors 5 days
Documents Signed as Outcome of 2025 Tianjin SCO Summit 5 days
Chairman of the General Election Commission of Mongolia Pays a Courtesy Call on Speaker of New Zealand House of Representatives 5 days
Lessons from Europe on Energy Efficiency and House Insulation 5 days
Mongolia-China-Russia Leaders Convene for 7th Trilateral Meeting in Beijing 5 days
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Khurelsukh at SCO: ‘Mongolia Is Ready to Contribute to Regional Integration’ 6 days
Mongolia, China Agrees on Expanding Cooperation in Multiple Fields 6 days
Interest Income of Social Insurance Fund Increases by MNT 8.9 Billion 6 days
Mongolia, New Zealand to Broaden Cooperation Across All Sectors 6 days
Speaker Gerry Brownlee of New Zealand House Officially Welcomed 6 days
Bank of Mongolia Purchases 690.1 kg of Precious Metals in August 6 days
Government Submits Draft 2026 Budget Totaling MNT 31.6 Trillion 6 days
Blacklist System Abolished: Mongolia Introduces Credit Scoring 6 days
Children’s Fund Budget to Be Allocated Across Three Key Areas 6 days
Speaker of New Zealand House of Representatives Visits Chinggis Khaan National Museum 6 days
Documents Signed as Outcome of 2025 Tianjin SCO Summit 6 days
Khurelsukh at SCO: ‘Mongolia Is Ready to Contribute to Regional Integration’ 6 days
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President of Mongolia Arrives in Tianjin for SCO Tianjin Summit 2025 7 days
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