Mining
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.
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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.
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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.
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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).
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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.
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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. 
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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Gross industrial output increases by MNT 2.3 trillion
In the first 11 months of 2018, the gross industrial output reached MNT 14.1 trillion, showing an increase of MNT 2.3 trillion (19.5 percent) from the same period of the previous year. This increase was mainly due to an increase of mining and quarrying gross output by MNT 1.6 trillion (18.3 percent), of which, mining of coal increased by MNT 1.3 trillion (57.9 percent) and mining of metal ores increased by MNT 175.7 (3.2 percent) billion.
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Trade representative office to be established in Tokyo
Chairman of the Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) Hiroyuki Ishige paid a courtesy call on Prime Minister of Mongolia U.Khurelsukh.
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‘Young Entrepreneurs Conference-2018’ to take place
Under the patronage of the President of Mongolia, Office of the President and Mongolian Young Entrepreneurs Council are to jointly organize ‘Young Entrepreneurs Conference’ at the State Palace on December 15.
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Projects backed by OECD discussed
State Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs D.Davaasuren received a delegation led by Project manager of Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD)’s Eurasia Competitiveness Program, Gregory Lecomte and exchanged view on the projects already implemented and to be implemented by the organisation.
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Drug Enforcement Department to Operate as Independent Unit 15 hours
Government Launches D-GOV.mn System to Incorporate Citizens’ Initiatives into Decisions 15 hours
Mongolian School in Ottawa Opens New Academic Year 15 hours
Ambassador of Mongolia to Argentina Presents Letter of Credentials 19 hours
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Wreaths Laid at the Monument for the Victims of Political Repression 19 hours
Procedure for Customs Inspection of Goods and Vehicles Revised 20 hours
The MongolZ Rankings Rise to Second Worldwide 20 hours
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Third Meeting of the 'Working Group on Crisis Management Audit' Held 21 hours
Hall of Fame for Mongolian Tank Troops Opens 21 hours
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Embryo Transfer of Mongolian Yak Successfully Implemented 1 day
Prime Minister Zandanshatar Reviews Harvest Progress in Orkhon and Selenge 1 day
New SICOS Social Insurance System to Be Piloted in 330 Soums 1 day
Dagvadorj Davaasuren Wins International Opera Singers’ Competition 1 day
Yuhan Group Joins ‘Billions of Trees’ National Movement 1 day
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Government Asked to Speed Up Crop Farming Decisions 1 day
Mongolian Cyclists Claim Gold and Bronze at International Events 1 day
Possibilities of Introducing Artificial Intelligence into Library Services Discussed 1 day
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PM Zandanshatar Visits Construction of ‘Mimo’ Agro Park 3 days
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Ulaanbaatar Call for Action on Advancing the Human Rights of Older Persons Adopted 3 days
Exploring Pathways for Economic Growth Through Digital Transition 3 days
Ch. Tserennadmid: Long-Term Cooperation with Australia Brings Sustainable Development and Progress 3 days
Mongolia and Türkiye Expand Strategic Health Partnership 3 days
‘From Clay to Digital’ Exhibition Showcases Evolution of Art 3 days
Mongolian Draughts Players Win in Asian Team Championships 2025 3 days
Khuslen Ariunjargal Wins Bronze Medal at Asian Cup 3 days
Governor-General of Australia and First Gentleman Plant Trees at Ikh Tenger Complex 3 days
Mongolia Unveils Oyut Copper Deposit with 357 Million Tons of Ore 3 days
Northern Regional Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment Sub-Center Opens 3 days
E. Bolor-Erdene Claims Champion Title at 2025 Asia Triathlon Duathlon Cup 3 days
Rio Tinto’s Newly Appointed CEO Simon Trott Visits Mongolia 3 days
This Week in Mongolia 3 days
Mongolia, Kazakhstan Discuss New Air Route, Regularizing Flight Frequency 6 days
MoU Signed with the Financial Services Authority of Kazakhstan 6 days
Supercomputer for Meteorology Commissioned 6 days
Ulaanbaatar City and Jeollanam-do Province Sign MoU 6 days
Poland Expresses Intention to Increase Tourist Arrivals to Mongolia 6 days
Awards Presented to Students Who Achieved Success in International Olympiads 6 days
Presidents of Mongolia and South Korea Hold Phone Talks on Bilateral Cooperation 6 days
President of Mongolia and Governor-General of Australia Hold Official Talks 6 days
Governor-General of Australia Officially Welcomed 6 days
‘UB Drone Battle’ Competition Announced 6 days
Protective Equipment and Devices Handed Over 6 days
PM Zandanshatar Meets President Putin at the Eastern Economic Forum in Vladivostok 6 days
‘Nairamdal’ International Children’s Camp Hosts Over 100 Foreign Children This Summer 6 days
Governor-General of the Commonwealth of Australia Samantha Mostyn Arrives for State Visit 6 days
'Heritage of Artistry' Family and Generational Art Exhibition Opens 6 days
PM Zandanshatar Arrives in Vladivostok for Eastern Economic Forum 7 days
Total Assets of Banking Sector Rise by 15 Percent 7 days
Experts from 23 Countries Compete in Asia-Pacific CyberDrill 7 days
‘Ulaanbaatar Walking Festival 2025’ Held 7 days
Chinggis Khaan Documentary to Premiere in Mongolia 7 days
Altanbulag Port Expansion to Boost Transport Traffic by 3 to 4 Times 7 days
Zandanshatar Gombojav: Eurasian Market Open to Mongolia’s Agricultural Sector 7 days
Discussions Held on Satellite City Development and Relocation of Government Institutions 7 days
Speaker Amarbayasgalan to Visit Kazakhstan 7 days
New Zealand Parliament Speaker Concludes Official Visit to Mongolia 7 days
Mongolia to Implement Affordable Housing Program with World Bank 8 days
Four-Day UltraMarathon Tour Promotes Mongolia Abroad 8 days
Mongolia-China-Russia Leaders Convene for 7th Trilateral Meeting in Beijing 8 days
Fitch Affirms Mongolia’s Credit Rating at ‘B+’ with Stable Outlook 8 days
Mongolia to Fully Meet Domestic Flour Demand with Harvested Wheat 8 days
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