Economy
Cooperation with international organizations in agriculture to be tightened
Within the framework of expansion and development of foreign cooperation in the food and agriculture sector, a number of projects are being implemented by the  in collaboration with donor countries and international organizations.
2344 days
E-catalogue for promoting export released
In the frame of the Mongolia Export Development Project, ‘Mongolian exporters-2018’ e-catalogue was created by Mongolian National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MNCCI). 
2348 days
Wooden materials to be exempt from import duties
The Law on Customs Duty Exemption approved on May 10, 2018 took effect from January 1, 2019.
2348 days
Over 1 million passengers carried on international flights
The Civil Aviation Authority of Mongolia (MCAA) reports that record-breaking 1.2 million passengers were carried on international flights to and from Mongolia this past year.
2349 days
BoM purchases 22 tons of gold
As of December 31, 2018 the Bank of Mongolia (BoM) purchased a total of 22 tons of gold. Compared with the same period of the previous year, the amount of purchased gold increased by 9.5 percent.
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Some 117,499,850 shares traded on December 31, 2018
On December 31, 2018, 117,499,858 shares of 23 firms listed as Tier I, II, and III were traded. 20 companies’ shares increased in price while those of 3 companies decreased. 
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TTPP Power Source Framework Agreement signed
On December 31, the Government of Mongolia and Oyu Tolgoi LLC signed the Power Source Framework Agreement (PSFA), which sets out the pathway for Oyu Tolgoi (OT) to construct the Tavan Tolgoi Power Project (TTPP) and secures a long-term domestic power solution for OT and the wider South Gobi region.
2351 days
Renewed MNT 5000 banknotes to be put into circulation next year
Bank of Mongolia (BoM) aims to upgrade level one security features of MNT 5,000, 10,000 and 20,000 banknotes as these are the most counterfeited currencies in Mongolia.
2351 days
Inter-bank currency exchange platform developed
The Bank of Mongolia launched Bloomberg L.P., beta version online platform for inter-bank currency exchange from April, 2017 with a purpose to improve infrastructure of currency market, accessibility and information transparency.
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Tavan Tolgoi power plant to be commenced in 2023
At its regular meeting on December 26, the Cabinet supported the agreement with Rio Tinto to construct 300 MW power plant in Tavan Tolgoi. Minister of Energy Ts.Davaasuren gave briefing in this regard.
2356 days
Entrepreneur 2018 selects top national entities
Promoting top entities and businesspeople who contribute to the national economy, the Entrepreneur Ceremony took place on December 21, 2018 for the 22nd year in the Mongolian National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MNCCI).
2358 days
ADB grants to transform Ulaanbaatar ger areas into affordable eco-districts
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) and the Government of Mongolia today signed USD53 million in grant agreements to help transform ger areas in Ulaanbaatar into affordable, low-carbon, and climate-resilient eco-districts.
2362 days
Wastewater Treatment Improvement Project signed for five additional aimags
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) and the Government of Mongolia today signed a USD20 million loan agreement to expand the scope of ongoing wastewater treatment projects to an additional five provincial centers of Mongolia. 
2362 days
Public services of capital city integrated online
Within the framework of increasing quality and accessibility of public service, an integrated online system of capital city public service eservice.ulaanbaatar.mn was put into operation. The system allows reducing procedure time of services and information sharing between the municipal authorities.
2364 days
The Bank of Mongolia purchases 20 tons of gold
As of December 13, the Bank of Mongolia (BoM) which set a goal to purchase 22 tons of gold this year, bought 20 tons of gold in total.
2365 days
Trade turnover between Mongolia and Japan doubled
 In the first eleven months of this year, trade turnover between Mongolia and Japan has been doubled compared to 2016 when the sides established Economic Partnership Agreement.
2368 days
Delegates of Mongolian agriculture sector visit Australia
A delegation of 9 people representing Ministry of Agriculture and Light Industry of Mongolia, Mongolian Commodity Exchange and brokers visited Australia on December 6-12.
2368 days
Some 512.5 million pieces of securities traded at national stock market
The money supply (broad money or M2) reached MNT 18.6 trillion at the end of November 2018, showing an increase of MNT 321.8 billion (1.8 percent) from the previous month and by MNT 3.8 trillion (25.9 percent) from the same period of the previous year.
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Foreign trade surplus reaches USD 1.1 billion
In the first 11 months of 2018, Mongolia traded with 155 countries from all over the world and total trade turnover reached USD 11.9 billion, where exports was USD 6.5 billion and imports was USD 5.4 billion.
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Price index in Ulaanbaatar increases by 2.2 percent in November
In November 2018, consumer price index at the national level increased by 1.8 percent from the previous month, by 7.5 percent from the end of the previous year and by 8.1 percent from the same period of the previous year.
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Honorable Mr. Ban Ki-moon Donates MNT 180 Million in Support of the “Billions of Trees” National Movement 1 day
Impressions and Insights of the Distinguished Guests of the Sustainability Dialogue 2025 1 day
Strings of the Soul: Fiddleland Ensemble in Concert 2 days
State Great Khural to Prioritize Strengthening Legislation Against Cybercrime 2 days
Construction of Ulaanbaatar Cable Car Project in Progress 2 days
President of Mongolia and the 8th UN Secretary-General Plant Trees in Peacekeepers' Grove 2 days
Ulemj Damiran: Countries are Focusing on Energy System Security 2 days
Muralee Thummarukudy: Mongolia Hosting COP17 Will Be a Turning Point for Global Rangeland Action 2 days
Khurelsukh Ukhnaa: Mutual Understanding and Cooperation are Crucial for Mitigating Climate Change 2 days
Second Phase of the IFC Green Finance Market Development Project Launches 2 days
Mongolia Secures the Right to Host the Asian Individual Chess Championships in 2026 2 days
Environmental and Social Impact of Ulaanbaatar Metro Project Under Assessment 2 days
“Sustainability Dialogue 2025 - Climate Action: Billions of Trees” International Forum Commences 2 days
Mongolian Tourism Companies Participating in KOFTA 2025 Under the “Go Mongolia” National Brand 2 days
Awards Presented to the Winners of the “S. Dashdoorov” Academic Research Competition 2 days
The 10th Ulaanbaatar Dialogue on Northeast Asian Security Commences 3 days
Mongolia Maritime Administration and Korea Shipowners' Association Sign Memorandum of Understanding 3 days
Mongolia Hosts Regional Conference of International Association of Prosecutors 3 days
Astana International Forum-2025 Brings Together Public and Private Sector Leaders from Over 70 Countries 3 days
Mongolia to Host “Sustainability Dialogue 2025 - Climate Action: Billions of Trees” Forum 3 days
Mongolian and South Korean Artists to Perform “Madama Butterfly” in Ulaanbaatar 3 days
Draft Law on Amendments to the General Law on Taxation to Be Submitted to Parliament 3 days
Project Selection to Focus on Reducing Untreatable Diseases in Mongolia 3 days
Revised Draft Law on Value Added Tax to Be Submitted to Parliament 4 days
Draft Law on Private Supplementary Pensions to Be Submitted 4 days
Mongolia-South Korea "Rainbow Bridge" Joint Exhibition Opens New Conceptual Horizons 4 days
Mongolia to Host “Sustainability Dialogue 2025 - Climate Action: Billions of Trees” Forum 4 days
UN General Assembly Adopts Draft Resolution "Proclaiming July 11 as World Horse Day" Initiated by President of Mongolia 4 days
Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations Appoints New Representative in Mongolia 4 days
Mongolia Appointed as Vice Chair of the Asia Food and Agriculture Cooperation Initiative 4 days
Mongolia to Host FIBA 3x3 World Cup for the First Time 4 days
UN General Assembly Adopts Draft Resolution "Proclaiming July 11 as World Horse Day" Initiated by President of Mongolia 4 days
Works of Laureate of the State Premium and People's Writer Erdene Senge Added to the Library of Congress 4 days
Newly Operational Power Plants Providing Consistent Supply of Electricity 4 days
Law Enforcement Personnel Plant Over 100,000 Trees 4 days
Ceramic and Art Panel by Japanese Artists Installed at the Chinggis Khaan National Museum 4 days
Mongolia and Turkmenistan Sign a Joint Declaration on Developing Bilateral Cooperation 5 days
Health Sector Employees to Establish a Grove in “IGM” Park 5 days
“1 Tugrug” Commemorative Coin Now on the Market 5 days
Draft Resolution on the Parliamentary Motion of Confidence in Prime Minister Falls Short on Approval 5 days
Mongolian Circus Artists Awarded the “Silver Crown” 5 days
Service for Tree Registration Added to the E-Mongolia System 5 days
The Bank of Mongolia Purchases 1014.3 Kilograms of Precious Metals in May 5 days
National Emergency Management Agency of Mongolia and U.S. Pacific Air Forces to Implement "Rescue Drill & Traineeship" Program 5 days
Mongolia to Host Asia-Pacific Facilitation Regional Forum on Air Transport Facilitation 5 days
National Control Program for Foot-and-Mouth Disease Receives International Validation 5 days
State Visit of President of Turkmenistan to Mongolia Concludes 6 days
Mongolian and Turkmen Businesses Lay Foundation for Long-Term Cooperation 6 days
Base Tariff for the Transportation of Petroleum Products by Rail to Be Halved 6 days
Schedule of Traditional Mongol Wrestling Tournaments and Events of June 2025 6 days
Mongolia and Turkmenistan Sign a Joint Declaration on Developing Bilateral Cooperation 6 days
Chairman of the State Great Khural Pays a Courtesy Call on President of Turkmenistan 6 days
MONTSAME Mongolian National News Agency and Turkmenistan State News Agency "TDH" Sign a Memorandum of Understanding 6 days
Mongolia and Turkmenistan Sign Documents to Advance Bilateral Relations and Cooperation 6 days
Mongolian Freestyle Wrestlers Win 29 Medals in Home Arena 6 days
Presidents of Mongolia and Turkmenistan Hold Official Talks 6 days
President of Mongolia Welcomes President of Turkmenistan 6 days
Regular Train Rides on the Ulaanbaatar-Beijing Railway Route to Be Resumed 6 days
Mongolian Dance Teams Win Three Gold Medals at the World Championship Choreography Latin 2025 6 days
Farmers Compensating Human Resource Deficit through Technology 6 days
This Week in Mongolia 6 days
President of Turkmenistan Arrives in Mongolia for a State Visit 7 days
Mongolia Bans Online Gambling, Betting, and Paid Lotteries 9 days
Odontuya Saldan: One Percent of Tax Credits Will Be Allocated for Air Pollution Reduction 9 days
Progress of Floodwall Construction on the Selbe River is 80 Percent 9 days
Public Service Kiosks to Be Installed in All Soums of Mongolia 9 days
Mongolia to Host COP17 on August 17-28, 2026 9 days
“Under One Roof” Exhibition Opens at Zanabazar Museum of Fine Arts 9 days
Mongolia Reaffirms Global Health Commitment at the 78th World Health Assembly 9 days
The National Center for Maternal and Child Health of Mongolia Performs Living-Donor Kidney Transplant 9 days
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