Politics
Political Consultation Between the Foreign Ministries of Mongolia and Oman
The first Political Consultative Meeting between the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Mongolia and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Sultanate of Oman was held on December 9, 2024, in Muscat, Oman.
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The Government of Mongolia Raises Pensions by Six Percent
During its regular session on December 18, 2024, the Cabinet of Mongolia discussed The Law on Pensions provided by the Social Insurance Fund of Mongolia (SIF). The law stipulates that "pension amounts shall be increased annually, starting January 1, 2025, based on the average annual inflation rate of the previous year." In compliance with this provision, the Government of Mongolia has issued a resolution to increase pension amounts and update the minimum pension thresholds.
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The Second Consultative Meeting between the Ministries of Foreign Affairs of Mongolia and Canada Takes Place in Ottawa
The Second Consultative Meeting between the Ministries of Foreign Affairs of Mongolia and Canada took place in Ottawa, Canada, on December 17, 2024. 
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“Chimney-Free Zone” to Be Established in Ulaanbaatar
During its regular session on December 18, 2024, the Cabinet of Mongolia tasked the Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Health, Minister of Energy, and Minister of Environment and Climate Change of Mongolia with renewing and enforcing the “Air Quality. General Technical Requirements MNS4585:2016” standard, which aimed improving monitoring and evaluation of air quality in urban and rural areas as well as indoor air quality, in accordance with the World Health Organization's recommendations and the “General Technical Requirements for Refined Coal Briquette MNS5679:2022” standard within the relevant legal framework.
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The Second National Oncology Center to Be Constructed in Ulaanbaatar
On December 17, 2024, President of Mongolia Khurelsukh Ukhnaa issued a Directive on Establishing a Working Group in charge of Supporting the Construction of the Second National Oncology Center of Mongolia. 
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Mongolia and the UN Review Progress of Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework 2023-2027
The regular Meeting of the Joint Steering Committee between the Government of Mongolia and the United Nations (UN) was held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Mongolia on December 17, 2024.
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Deputy Chairman of the State Great Khural of Mongolia Receives Ambassadors of the French Republic and the European Union
Deputy Chairman of the State Great Khural of Mongolia and Chair of the Mongolia-France Parliamentary Group Purevdorj Bukhchuluun received Ambassadors Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the French Republic and the European Union to Mongolia, Corinne Perrere da Silva and Ina Marciulionyte.
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Human Remains Dating Back 25,000 Years Discovered in Mongolian Gobi Desert
On December 12, 2024, the Institute of Archaeology of the Mongolian Academy of Sciences and the Institute of Archaeology at the University of Wrocław in Poland jointly presented the discovery of ancient human remains from the Pleistocene era in Mongolia.
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Ambassador of Mongolia to the People’s Republic of China Enkhbold Nyamaa Presents Letter of Credence
Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Mongolia to the People’s Republic of China Enkhbold Nyamaa presented his Letter of Credence to President of the People’s Republic of China Xi Jinping on December 12, 2024.
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Draft Resolution on Commemorating the 130th anniversary of the birth of Sambuu Jamsran Submitted
On December 13, 2024, Members of Parliament Erdenebold Sukhbaatar, Tuvaan Tsevegdorj, Regdel Duger, Otgonbayar Ukhnaa, and Batbayar Dalai submitted the Draft Resolution on “Commemorating the 130th anniversary of the birth of prominent political and social figure of Mongolia Sambuu Jamsran” to Chairman of State Great Khural Amarbayasgalan Dashzegve.  
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Law on Budget of Mongolia for 2025 Approved
The State Great Khural discussed and approved the 2025 Budget Law of Mongolia for the second time on December 12, 2024, as the President of Mongolia vetoed the initial law entirely and the Government submitted a new version of the draft law, following the Parliament’s acceptance of the veto.
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President of Mongolia Khurelsukh Ukhnaa Visits Milk Farms
President of Mongolia Khurelsukh Ukhnaa visited “Nuudelchin Agro Farm” LLC and “Harumafuji Dairy Farm” within the framework of the “Food Supply and Security” National Movement.
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Mongolia and Germany Agree to Convert Debt into Public Health Investments
The Government of Mongolia, through the Ministry of Finance, and the Federal Republic of Germany, through KfW Development Bank agreed to convert EUR29 million of Mongolia’s debt into public health investments.
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Mongolia to Intensify Bilateral Relations and Cooperation with the Kingdom of Bahrain
Prime Minister of Mongolia Oyun-Erdene Luvsannamsrai met with Crown Prince and Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Bahrain Salman bin Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, to express Mongolia’s interest in intensifying its relations and cooperation with Bahrain, a country with a unique culture and history, as part of its foreign policy focus on strengthening ties with the Gulf countries.
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Mongolia Hosts the "Founder of the Democratic Constitution of Mongolia Chimid Byaraa" International Academic Conference
Under the auspices of Chairman of the State Great Khural of Mongolia Amarbayasgalan Dashzegve, “The Founder of the Democratic Constitution of Mongolia Chimid Byaraa” International Academic Conference was held at the State Palace of Mongolia on December 5, 2024. 
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Mongolia and the UAE Exchange Views on Expanding Bilateral Relations and Cooperation
During his working visit to the United Arab Emirates, Prime Minister of Mongolia Oyun-Erdene Luvsannamsrai paid a courtesy call on His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates.
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Exploring Solutions to Reduce Carbon Emissions and Supply Clean Energy in Ulaanbaatar
At the regular session of the Cabinet of Mongolia on December 4, 2024, Uchral Nyam-Osor, Head of the Cabinet Secretariat of Mongolia, presented measures aimed at reducing carbon emissions and providing clean energy in Ulaanbaatar, the capital city of Mongolia.
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Implementation of Major Projects to Intensify Mongolia-France Cooperation Agreed to Commence in the Near Future
On December 3, 2024, Prime Minister of Mongolia Oyun-Erdene Luvsannamsrai held a meeting with President of the French Republic Emmanuel Macron on the sidelines of the One Water Summit held in Riyadh, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. 
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Saudi Arabia Affirms Commitment to Cooperation with Mongolia in Renewable Energy, Mining, and Tourism
Prime Minister of Mongolia Oyun-Erdene Luvsannamsrai received Prince Turki bin Mohammed Al-Saud, Member of the Council of Ministers and Minister of State of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
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Prime Minister of Mongolia Meets Crown Prince of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
During his working visit to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Prime Minister of Mongolia Oyun-Erdene Luvsannamsrai took part in the 16th Session of the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD COP 16).
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Japan to Fund Renovation of Secondary School No. 1 in Sagsai Soum, Bayan-Ulgii Aimag 1 day
Political Consultation Between the Foreign Ministries of Mongolia and Oman 1 day
Reducing the Shortage of Teachers and Enhancing Teacher Recognition 2 days
Thirtieth Anniversary of the Mongolia-Japan "Partnership Association" Celebrated in Ulaanbaatar 2 days
Mongolia and India to Expand Cooperation in Culture, Sports, Tourism, and Youth Development 2 days
The Government of Mongolia Raises Pensions by Six Percent 2 days
The Second Consultative Meeting between the Ministries of Foreign Affairs of Mongolia and Canada Takes Place in Ottawa 2 days
“Chimney-Free Zone” to Be Established in Ulaanbaatar 2 days
"Tengeriin Elch" Historical Opera to Delight Audiences 2 days
Green Bond Issued for Waste Recycling 2 days
Baganuur 50 MW Battery Storage Power Station Supplies Energy to Central System 2 days
The Second National Oncology Center to Be Constructed in Ulaanbaatar 2 days
Mongolia and the UN Review Progress of Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework 2023-2027 2 days
Deputy Chairman of the State Great Khural of Mongolia Receives Ambassadors of the French Republic and the European Union 2 days
The Urban Planning Administration Overseeing the Development of New Kharkhorum City 3 days
Human Remains Dating Back 25,000 Years Discovered in Mongolian Gobi Desert 3 days
Hunnu Aristocrats' Burial Complex to Be Registered as World Cultural Heritage 3 days
Presenting New Research Findings on Mongolian Literature Written in Tibetan 3 days
Ambassador of Mongolia to the People’s Republic of China Enkhbold Nyamaa Presents Letter of Credence 4 days
Murun Purevdorj to Compete in the "2025 Dakar Rally" 4 days
Mongolian National Team Wins 79 Medals in 2024 4 days
Zandanshatar Gombojav Elected President of the Mongolian Chess Federation 4 days
Mongolian Athletes Improve Their Rankings by 36-78 Positions 4 days
Thirty World Records Set During the 2024 Weightlifting World Championships 4 days
Draft Resolution on Commemorating the 130th anniversary of the birth of Sambuu Jamsran Submitted 4 days
Mongolian Aviation Sector Marks an Unprecedented Accomplishment in its History 4 days
A Modern Laboratory for Restoration of Cultural Artifacts Now Operational 4 days
Savings in the National Currency of Mongolia Increased by MNT 5.4 Trillion 4 days
This Week in Mongolia 5 days
Mongolia Provides 360 Panoramic Photos to Google Maps 8 days
Przewalski Horses to Be Reintroduced to Numrug with Czech Support 8 days
Central Bank of Mongolia Decides to Keep Policy Interest Rate at 10 Percent 8 days
Mongolian University of Science and Technology Decorates Its Classroom with the World's Heaviest Metal 8 days
Law on Budget of Mongolia for 2025 Approved 9 days
Mongol Nomad Migration Recognized as Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity 9 days
ADB-Funded Projects in Darkhan-Uul Aimag Supporting Mongolia's Regional Development 9 days
Asian Development Bank Projects Yielding Positive Results in Selenge Aimag 9 days
The Capital’s First Four “Job Centers” Have Opened Their Doors 9 days
Certificate of Origin for Products Exported to Japan to Be Issued Digitally 10 days
President of Mongolia Khurelsukh Ukhnaa Visits Milk Farms 10 days
Direct Flights from Ulaanbaatar to Ho Chi Minh City Officially Launched 10 days
The Trade and Development Bank JSC Recognized as the “Best Corporate Bank of 2024” by Euromoney Magazine 10 days
Mongolia and Germany Agree to Convert Debt into Public Health Investments 11 days
First Tariff Wage Network in the Cashmere Sector to be Introduced to Mongolia 11 days
Trade & Development Bank Brings Apple Pay to Customers 11 days
Over 50 Mongolian Companies Received the “Women Owned” Certification Label 11 days
Mongolian Athletes Bring Home 80 Out of 90 Medals at the World Memory Championships 11 days
Photo Exhibition Displaying the Wonders of the Philippines Opens in Mongolia 11 days
Photo Exhibition Displaying the Wonders of the Philippines Opens in Mongolia 12 days
Major Ulaanbaatar Projects Presented to Attract Chinese Investment and Cooperation 12 days
17-Year-Old Mongolian Judoka Claims Bronze at Tokyo Grand Slam 12 days
ADB and Xacbank Sign USD 50 Million Deal to Boost Climate and MSME Financing in Mongolia 12 days
Mongolian "Moon Dance" Wins Bronze Medal at the 2024 WDSF World Championship Formation Latin 12 days
Mongolia to Intensify Bilateral Relations and Cooperation with the Kingdom of Bahrain 12 days
This Week in Mongolia 12 days
Prime Minister of Mongolia Calls for Countries to Unite Against Desertification Under the Theme “One for All, All for One” 15 days
Mongolian Culture Center Opens at the University of Parma 15 days
Mongolia Hosts the "Founder of the Democratic Constitution of Mongolia Chimid Byaraa" International Academic Conference 15 days
Mongolia and the UAE Exchange Views on Expanding Bilateral Relations and Cooperation 15 days
Mongolian Herders on Exchange Program to Senegal 16 days
Finest Works from the XVIII-XX Centuries on Display 16 days
Exploring Solutions to Reduce Carbon Emissions and Supply Clean Energy in Ulaanbaatar 16 days
“Norovbanzad Namjil” Commemorative Silver Coin Now on the Market 17 days
Mongolian Athletes Secure 13 Medals at Mas-Wrestling World Championship 2024 17 days
Implementation of Major Projects to Intensify Mongolia-France Cooperation Agreed to Commence in the Near Future 17 days
Saudi Arabia Affirms Commitment to Cooperation with Mongolia in Renewable Energy, Mining, and Tourism 17 days
Prime Minister of Mongolia Meets Crown Prince of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia 17 days
Meet the Mongolian Judokas to Compete at the Tokyo 2024 Grand Slam 17 days
Two New Products Launched on Mongolian Stock Exchange 17 days
Central Bank of Mongolia Purchased 1.6 Tons of Precious Metals in November 17 days
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