3,400 Mongolians to be brought back from abroad in July
As of July 18, 10,513 Mongolian nationals have officially submitted their requests to return home from 55 countries to the SEC operative team.
1971 days
Mongolia asks foreign governments to support its citizens abroad
With a goal to bring more than 10 thousand Mongolians, who have wishes to return home from abroad immediately due to the globally-spread COVID-19 pandemic, back to their homeland within a short period of time, the government of Mongolia has been intensifying its repatriation activities.
1972 days
3,400 Mongolians to be brought back from abroad in July
During the press conference of the State Emergency Commission (SEC) on July 17, Deputy Prime Minister Ya.Sodbaatar, who heads the COVID-19 Operative Team of the SEC, announced that the Government does not have enough capacity to bring back all of over 10 thousand Mongolian citizens, who are currently stranded abroad due to Mongolia’s border closure to all passengers caused by concerns over COVID-19 pandemic, within only one month.
1972 days
Foreign Minister meets Ambassador of South Korea
Minister of Foreign Affairs N.Enkhtaivan on July 20 met with Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Korea to Mongolia Lee Yeo-hong. 
1972 days
'Bond, Nature Bond’ exhibition to take place
‘Bond, Nature Bond’ painting exhibition by Mongolian artist B.Bayart-Od is to be held at Altan Khaan Gallery from July 23 to August 20.
1972 days
Honored Lawyer Jantsan awarded the Great Cross of Merit of Germany
Former Chairman and Member of the Constitutional Court of Mongolia, Honored Lawyer, Dr. Prof. N.Jantsan has become the first foreigner that awarded the Great Cross of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany.
1972 days
M.Nandin-Erdene defeats his opponent at Road FC
Champion of the Mongolian Fighting Championship (MFC) M.Nandin-Erdene squared off on July 18 with South Korean Fighter Kim Se-Yeong at the ARC Event of ROAD FC of South Korea.
1972 days
12 summer camps for children to reopen this week
On July 17, the Governor’s Office of the Capital City reported that preparations are underway for 12 children’s camps located in green areas around Ulaanbaatar to open from July 20. From the total of 20 summer camps that regularly operate near the city, 13 camps submitted their request to run their operations this year. 
1972 days
National currency in circulation reaches MNT 987.3 billion
The money supply (M2) reached MNT 21.2 trillion at the end of June 2020, increased by MNT 966.0 billion (4.8%) compared with the same period of the previous year. The main reason for this increase was resulted from MNT 1.4 trillion (47.1%) increase of time deposits in foreign currency, MNT 105.4 billion (4.7%) increase of current account in foreign currency
1972 days
Registered unemployed decreased by 15.1 percent
In June 2020, Labour agencies in aimags and the Capital registered 5.6 thousand new unemployed, 2.2 thousand persons from the unemployment register hired on a new job, and 3.6 thousand persons removed from the unemployment register due to inactive job seeking. 
1972 days
Total COVID-19 cases reach 287
At a daily briefing of the Ministry of Health on July 18, Director of the National Center for Communicable Diseases (NCCD) D.Nyamkhuu reported that 25 peacekeepers who arrived home from Afghanistan have tested positive for the coronavirus, taking the total number of COVID-19 cases in the country to 287. 
1972 days
Tax revenue decreased by 15.8 percent
According to the preliminary results in the first half of 2020, the total revenue of the general government budget amounted to MNT 4.4 trillion, MNT 4.1 trillion of which accounted for equilibrated revenue. Total equilibrated revenue was 94.1% of general government budget revenue.
1972 days
Exports decreased by 28.2 percent
In the first half of 2020, Mongolia traded with 135 countries from all over the world and the total trade turnover reached USD 5.3 billion, of which USD 2.8 billion were exports and USD 2.5 billion were imports.
1972 days
Foreign Minister holds phone conversation with his Turkish counterpart
Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Turkey Mevlüt Çavuşoğlu has held a phone conversation with Minister of Foreign Affairs of Mongolia N.Enkhtaivan and congratulated him on his appointment.
1972 days
Stock Exchange weekly review /Jul 16-17/
During the week of July 16, 2020 to July 17, 2020, MNT 70,289,966.44 worth of securities were traded through 2 trading sessions on the MSE.
1972 days
Foreign heads of state and government extend greetings for National Naadam Festival
 On the occasion of the 2229th anniversary of foundation of the first Mongolian Statehood, 814th anniversary of the Great Mongol Empire, 99th anniversary of People’s Revolution of Mongolia, heads of state and government of foreign countries such as Russia, China, USA, Japan, South Korea, India, Turkey and the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, have extended greetings to President of Mongolia Kh.Battulga, Prime Minister U.Khurelsukh and Speaker of the Parliament G.Zandanshatar. 
1975 days
37,869 children born in the first half of 2020
According to the statistics released by the National Statistics Office (NSO), 37,591 mothers delivered 37,869 children in the first half of 2020. The figure shows the decrease of 492 compared with the same period of the previous year.
1975 days
Foreign Minister gives directive to Mongolia’s diplomatic missions abroad
Minister of Foreign Affairs N.Enkhtaivan gave a directive to all heads and staff of Mongolian Diplomatic Missions abroad to provide all-round assistance and support to citizens, who made requests to return home from overseas countries, based on possibilities of the Diplomatic Missions, citizens’ initiatives and cooperation with their residing countries until Mongolia completes repatriating its citizens in stages.
1975 days
COVID-19 recoveries increase to 211
A citizen who returned home on a charter flight from Seoul has tested positive for COVID-19, reports D.Nyamkhuu, Director of the National Center for Communicable Diseases (NCCD) at today’s daily briefing of the Ministry of Health. This brings the total number of COVID-19 cases in the country to 262.
1975 days
President delivers closing remarks to the National Festival – Naadam
On July 12th, the President of Mongolia Khaltmaagiin Battulga gave a speech to wrap up the Naadam festivities, celebrating the 2229th anniversary of Mongol State, the 814th anniversary of the Great Mongol Empire and the 99th anniversary of the People’s Revolution.
1975 days
Mongolia Outlines Priorities at IOM Council’s 116th Session 19 hours
Ulaanbaatar Seeks Public Input on Even-Odd Traffic Restrictions 19 hours
“Burte Chono 2025” Honors Mongolia’s Top Athletes 19 hours
Parliament Finalizes Resolution to Zero Import Duties on Fodder and Flour 19 hours
Mongolia, Lithuania Hold Political Consultations in Ulaanbaatar 22 hours
Mongolia Urges Global Action to Treat Wastewater as a Resource 22 hours
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Advanced Technology Reveals 3,000-Year-Old Rock Art Now on Display 1 day
Fifth International Conference on Mongolian Studies Held in Poland 1 day
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Children’s Consultative Polyclinic to Launch Surgical Services in 2026 1 day
Views Exchanged on Accelerating SDGs Implementation 1 day
Mongolian Student Wins World Drone-Coding Championship at Enjoy AI 2025 1 day
Coal Exports Reach 79 Million Tonnes as Exchange Trading Grows 1 day
Mongolian Powerlifter Becomes Asian Champion 1 day
Government Directs Public Institutions Not to Hold New Year or Anniversary Celebrations Using Budget Funds 3 days
Mongolia to Send Over 100 Athletes to Asian Beach Games 3 days
Gashuunsukhait Checkpoint to Handle More Coal Exports 3 days
Prime Minister Directs Officials to Intensify Anti-Corruption Drive 3 days
Speaker of Parliament Meets Ambassadors of Russia, China 3 days
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UN Meeting Highlights Importance of Rangelands Ahead of Mongolia’s COP17 3 days
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PM Orders Priority Financing for Salaries, Pensions and Child Benefits 3 days
ADB Approves USD 60 Million for Ulaanbaatar’s First Bus Rapid Transit System 3 days
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Winners of the 15th “Golden Pen” National Student Journalism Awards Announced 4 days
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Mongolian Judokas Cap 2025 with 39 Medals, Featuring 10 Gold 4 days
'Moon Dance' Wins Bronze at World Championship Formation Standard 2025 5 days
Ulaanbaatar Expands Private-Sector Cooperation as Major Projects Advance 5 days
Mongolia, UNIDO Establish Country Programme Document 5 days
Mongolia Expresses Committed Support for OSCE Values, Principles 5 days
OSCE Welcomes Mongolia’s Progress on Press Freedom 5 days
PM Reviews Preparations for UNCCD COP17 5 days
'Khuree Tsam-108' Exhibition Opened in Mexico 5 days
Ambassador Choi Jin Won: 'We Will Support the Korean-Language Editorial Desk' 5 days
PCA to Cooperate on Training of Mongolian Lawyers in Specialized Legal Fields 5 days
Mongolia, Austria Pledge to Deepen Cooperation 5 days
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Ulaanbaatar to Clear Around 600 Land Plots in Dambadarjaa in 2026 5 days
Mongolia, OSCE to Expand Cooperation on Inclusion of National Minorities 5 days
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President Khurelsukh Congratulates MMA Fighter Enkh-Orgil on His Win 6 days
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Two Mongolian Localities Join UNESCO Global Network of Learning Cities 8 days
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Portable Ultrasound and Fetal Heart Monitors Delivered to Remote Health Centers 8 days
Ulaanbaatar Removes Fences and Structures to Expand Green Spaces 8 days
Morin Khuur Orchestra Performs in Rome 8 days
Three Mongolian National Team Cyclists to Compete for Thai Professional Club 8 days
Chinggis Khaan Museum, Vatican Apostolic Library Sign MoU 8 days
Mongolia, India to Advance Strategic Partnership in Digital Development and Innovation 8 days
State Secretary Pietro Parolin Pays Courtesy Call on President Khurelsukh 8 days
President Khurelsukh Meets Pope Leo XIV 8 days
Mongolia Receives Over 810,000 Tourists 8 days
Caravan of 120 Camels to Travel from Mankhan to Biysk, Russia 8 days
Gobi Desert Strictly Protected Area Administration Awarded Altan Gadas Medal 9 days
National Protected Area Consultation Targets Stronger Ranger System 9 days
Task Force Formed to Prevent Artificial Price Rise 9 days
Cabinet Endorses Mongolia’s Accession to Asian Disaster Preparedness Center 9 days
President of Chamber of Deputies of Italy Pays Courtesy Call on Mongolian President 9 days
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Fuel Supply Strengthened as December Purchase Orders Confirmed 9 days
Foreign Minister Meets Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Italy 9 days
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