Ozeki Hoshoryu Byambasuren Wins Emperor's Cup at Hatsu Basho
The 2025 Hatsu Basho, Grand Sumo Tournament, concluded at Ryogoku Kokugikan National Sumo Arena after 15 days of fierce competition. Mongolian sumo wrestler Ozeki Hoshoryu Byambasuren Sugarragchaa emerged victorious, clinching his second Emperor’s Cup with a 12–3 record.
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Mongolia Hosts National Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Operating Championship
Under the auspices of President of Mongolia and Commander-in-Chief of the Mongolian Armed Forces Khurelsukh Ukhnaa, the first “DroneCon-2025” National Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Operating Championship of Mongolia was held at “Buyant-Ukhaa” Sports Complex of Ulaanbaatar on January 24-25, 2025. The Championship aims at developing unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) sports in Mongolia, facilitating drone manufacture, ensuring technological security, and integrating UAV technology into various sectors, such as agriculture and society.
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Health Insurance Fund Revenue Rises by MNT 445.5 Billion
The revenue of the Health Insurance Fund of Mongolia reached MNT 2,034.2 billion by the end of 2024. This marks an increase of MNT 445.5 billion compared to the same period in 2023.
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New Wastewater Treatment Plant of Ulaanbaatar City to Be Commissioned in August 2025
The Performance Monitoring Unit in charge of reducing air pollution in the capital, Ulaanbaatar, supporting the implementation of projects and measures regarding infrastructure development, and ensuring intersectoral coordination and prompt management held its regular meeting on January 25, 2025. 
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Draft Law on Freedom of Assembly and Demonstration Submitted
Minister of Justice and Internal Affairs of Mongolia Altangerel Oyunsaikhan submitted a draft Law on the Freedom of Assembly and Demonstration to Chairman of the State Great Khural (Parliament) of Mongolia  Amarbayasgalan Dashzegve on January 24, 2025. 
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This Week in Mongolia
Summary of events for the week of January 27-February 2, 2025.
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Ice Sculptors from Ten Countries Competing in the “Mazaalai” Competition
The "Mazaalai-2025" International Ice Sculpting Competition is taking place in the National Park in Ulaanbaatar on January 23- 26, 2025.
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Mongolia Bids Farewell to Honorable Ochirbat Punsalmaa
On January 24, 2025, the State Funeral was held to pay tribute and bid farewell to Honorable Mr. Ochirbat Punsalmaa, the First President of Mongolia, the Chairman of the Presidium of the People’s Great Khural of the Mongolian People’s Republic, the Laureate of the Supreme Decoration of the Mongolian State, “Order of Chinggis Khaan,” a distinguished statesman, public figure, and esteemed son of Mongolia. 
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Mongolian National League Champion to Compete in the East Asia Super League
The champion from "The League," hosted by the Mongolian Basketball Association, will compete in the East Asia Super League, which unites the strongest leagues in Asia, for the 2025-2026 season.
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UN Resident Coordinator Presents Letter of Credence to Foreign Minister of Mongolia
United Nations Resident Coordinator in Mongolia Jaap van Hierden presented his Letter of Credence to Minister of Foreign Affairs of Mongolia Battsetseg Batmunkh on January 23, 2025.
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World Leaders Extend Condolences on the Passing of Honorable Ochirbat Punsalmaa
Heads of State and Government of countries around the world have extended condolences for the passing of Honorable Ochirbat Punsalmaa, the First President of Mongolia, the Chairman of the Presidium of the People’s Great Khural of the Mongolian People’s Republic, the Laureate of the State Supreme Decoration of Mongolia, "Order of Chinggis Khaan," a distinguished statesman, and a public figure.
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Eulogy of President of Mongolia at the State Funeral for Honorable Ochirbat Punsalmaa
President of Mongolia Khurelsukh Ukhnaa delivered a eulogy at the State Funeral for Honorable Ochirbat Punsalmaa, First President of Mongolia, on January 24, 2025.
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Mongolia and Italy Sign Agreement on Aviation Relations
Marking the 55th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Mongolia and Italy, State Secretary of the Ministry of Roads and Transport of Mongolia Batbold Sandagdorj and Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of Italy Antonio Tajani have signed an Agreement on Aviation Relations.
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Prime Minister Oyun-Erdene: We will Implement Unprecedented, Large-scale Reform of State-Owned Enterprises
Prime Minister of Mongolia Oyun-Erdene Luvsannamsrai addressed the plenary session of the State Great Khural on January 23, 2025, presenting the draft Law on Improving Productivity, Transparency, and Governance of State-Owned and Locally-Owned Enterprises.
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The Draft Law on Amendments to the Law on Legislation Submitted to the Parliament
On January 23, 2025, Head of the Standing Committee on Justice Tsogtbaatar Damdin submitted a draft Law on Amendments to the Law on Legislation to Chairman of the State Great Khural of Mongolia Amarbayasgalan Dashzegve. 
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Mongolia and the Kuwait Fund to Cooperate in the Road and Transportation Sector
On January 24, 2024, during the working visit to the State of Kuwait to establish an Agreement on Aviation Relations, State Secretary of the Ministry of Road and Transport of Mongolia Batbold Sandagdorj met with Acting Director-General of the Kuwait Fund for Arab Economic Development Waleed Al-Bahar. 
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Mongolia and Envision Group Sign a Memorandum of Understanding to Cooperate in the Energy Sector
On the sidelines of the World Economic Forum held in Davos, Switzerland, Deputy Prime Minister of Mongolia and Chair of the National Committee of Energy Dorjkhand Togmid met with foreign representatives to discuss energy cooperation.
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Route for the Ulaanbaatar Tram Finalized
As part of the efforts to reduce traffic congestion in the capital, the Ulaanbaatar Tram Project is being implemented. On January 23, 2025, Project Director B. Anu-Ujin provided an update on its progress.
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Mongolian Contortionists Score the "Golden Clown" Trophy in Monte Carlo
Mongolian circus performers have successfully participated in the 47th Monte-Carlo International Circus Festival known as the “Olympics of Circus,” held annually in Monte-Carlo, Monaco.
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Photostream: Winter in the Taiga
The Tsaatan people are nomadic reindeer herders who live deep in the Taiga of northern Mongolia, tending to their reindeer herds through Mongolia's ever-changing four seasons.
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