Environment
President Calls for Collaboration for Water Protection
A National Forum ‘Blue Gold”, initiated by President of Mongolia Ukhnaagiin Khurelsukh has taken place at the Government House today.  In his opening speech, the President emphasized the importance of strictly prohibiting mining at the headwaters of rivers and water resources in forests, creating and protecting water resources by rehabilitating riverine forests and increasing forest areas.  
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Experts Concern about High Reliance on Groundwater Resources
Today, on March 22 Mongolia marks World Water Day under the theme “Accelerating Change”, as decided by the United Nations. Sub-sessions of a national forum ‘Blue Gold”, initiated by the President of Mongolia are being held starting from March 20.
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“Erdenet” Forest Genetic Resources Center
Within the framework of the “One Billion Trees” national campaign, initiated by President of Mongolia Ukhnaagiin Khurelsukh, the “Erdenet Mining Corporation” SOE established the “Erdenet” Forest Genetic Resources Center (FGRC) in 2022. 
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International Forests Day Celebrated Under the Theme of "Healthy Forest for Healthy People"
On the occasion of International Forests Day, the 6th National Conference on “Policy, Science, and Technology of Mongolian Forest Sector” was held on March 20. 
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Continuous Effort to Preserve Falconry- The Eagle Festival
Mongolia is one of the few remaining countries that keep the 6000-year-old tradition of eagle hunting. The annual Eagle Festival in our country demonstrates the efforts of Mongolians to preserve this tradition perpetually.
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Air pollution Can Be Reduced Through Collective Efforts
As one of the activities in preparation for the 17th conference of the parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Desertification (COP 17), which will be held in Mongolia in 2026, the High Level Forum on Clean air was successfully organized in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, which the World Health Organization (WHO) declared that one of the five most polluted cities in terms of air pollution last week. 
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Savior of Przewalski’s Horses – The Prague Zoo
On January 29th, we met with Mr. Miroslav Bobek, the Director of the Prague Zoo, in Hustain Nuruu. We discussed the tragedy and eventual recovery of Przewalski's horses, the Prague Zoo’s ongoing projects, and new initiatives being implemented by the zoo.
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“Blue Pearl” Ice Festival
This year, about 300 foreign tourists and representatives from ten countries, such as Japan, South Korea, Germany, and the USA, and over 20 thousand domestic tourists came to Khuvsgul to participate in the festival.
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Japan Airlines to Operate Charter Flight to Mongolia
Ulaanbaatar, January 31 /MONTSAME/. Mongolian delegations, headed by Advisor of the Ministry of Environment and Tourism O. Odbayar, are working in Japan. 
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MIAT Announces Special Tariff to Promote Winter Tourism
MIAT Mongolian Airlines signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Mongolian Tourism Association today. Accordingly, foreign tourists coming to our country can get a flight ticket with a 30% discount.
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Khuvsgul Aimag's Tourism Services to be Digitalized
The services and information of the stakeholders of the tourism industry will be integrated into a digital platform to enable tourists to order and pay for their services online.
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Ulaanbaatar Railways Organizes Train Trip to Watch First Sunrise of 2023
Ulaanbaatar Railway JSC organized a train trip to watch the sunrise as the first event to be organized within the Government’s decision to declare 2023-2025 as “The Years to Visit Mongolia”.
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Mongolia becomes one of six countries to join N4H Initiative
Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/. Mongolia became one of the six countries to join the Nature for Health Initiative (N4H) to advance global efforts in upstream pandemic prevention. The Environment and Green Development Advisor to the President of Mongolia, N. Batkhuu participated in the side event at the CBD COP 15 in Montreal to introduce its first partner countries: Ecuador, Ghana, Mongolia, Rwanda, Vietnam, and Zambia.
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Tourism Development Plan Created for Khankh Soum
The general development plan for Khankh Soum, located on the shore of Khuvsgul Lake, from 2020 to 2040 has been completed and approved.
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Canada’s leading experience to be introduced in the field of environment
Minister of Environment and Tourism B. Bat-Erdene received the Canadian Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to Mongolia Catherine Ivkoff.
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Ministry of Environment of South Korea to cooperate in water sector
The Minister of Environment of the Republic of Korea, Han Wha-jin, expressed her willingness to cooperate in the water sector, including restoring the Selbe River and reducing its pollution, while meeting with Minister of Environment and Tourism of Mongolia B. Bat-Erdene in Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt.
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30 million trees planted with seeds
Within the “One Billion Trees” national movement framework, Ulaanbaatar city plans to plant 120 million trees, 55 million trees for reforestation and rehabilitation on 12 million hectares of land, and 65 million trees designed for the apartment building areas of the city.
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15 highlights from President of Mongolia's national statement delivered at COP27
 President of Mongolia U. Khurelsukh yesterday delivered a national statement at COP27. The following are some of the highlights of his statement that expressed Mongolia's stance on climate change.
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Forest Partnership Memorandum of Understanding established
During his participation in the COP27 in Sharm El-Shaikh, President of Mongolia U. Khurelsukh held a meeting with President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen.
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UN chief warns "We are on a highway to climate hell" at COP27 summit
Secretary General of the UN Antonio Guterres gave a speech after welcoming the world leaders to the opening plenary at COP27 Summit.
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Ambassadors Present Their Letters of Credence 11 hours
Center for Mongolian Studies Founded in Estonia 12 hours
More Students Awarded to Study in Japan in Engineering 1 day
Twin Memory Athletes Win Super Brain Show 1 day
Integrated Platform to Encourage Whistleblowing 1 day
Ambassador of Mongolia to Ireland with Residence in the United Kingdom Presents His Letter of Credence 1 day
Mongolia Rounds off IIHF Divisional Championship with Silver Trophy 1 day
The First Thermal Coal E-Auction Held 1 day
Finds from Grave of 13-14 Century- Noblewoman under Restoration 3 days
Your E-Visa To Be Ready In 3 Steps 3 days
IIHF World Championship Division IV Kicked off in Mongolia 4 days
President Calls for Collaboration for Water Protection 4 days
Mongolia-Austria Intergovernmental Commission Holds Meeting 4 days
Team Mongolia Gets off to a Flying Start with Victory 4 days
Mongolia-Russia Business Forum Held in Ulaanbaatar 4 days
Members of the Parliament Visit the Development Center for Children with Disabilities 5 days
Turkish President Expresses His Gratitude for Humanitarian Aid 5 days
Decisions Made at Cabinet Session 5 days
Experts Concern about High Reliance on Groundwater Resources 6 days
“Erdenet” Forest Genetic Resources Center 6 days
Mongolian Women Squad to Compete for Olympic Qualifying Tournament 6 days
Development of Emeelt Light Industry Park is Underway 7 days
Today Marks 42nd Anniversary of Mongolia’s First Space Flight 7 days
International Forests Day Celebrated Under the Theme of "Healthy Forest for Healthy People" 7 days
Today- The international Day of Forests 7 days
Forests Cover Only 8 Percent of Mongolia’s Total Land Area 7 days
Mongolian Boxer to Fight for Bronze Medal 8 days
EU to Continue Its Project to Support SME in Mongolia 8 days
146th Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union 8 days
Championing Sustainability Despite Adversities in Asia and the Pacific 9 days
“Chinggis Master Cross - 2023” 9 days
Photo News | Sustainable Investment Summit 2023 9 days
Mongolia-UN Hold the First Meeting of Joint Steering Committee 9 days
Film "Trio" to be Displayed in UN Office at Geneva 9 days
Team Mongolia Wins Third Place in the Championship 10 days
Parliament Accepts President’s Veto on the Law on Protecting Human Rights on Social Media 11 days
State Decorations Awarded to Rescue Team Members Operated in Turkey 11 days
Mongolia-China Business Forum in Ulaanbaatar 11 days
Producers Appreciate Government Policy to Support National Food Industry 11 days
Two Mongolian Organizations Receive International Awards in the Field of Technology 12 days
Government Services to Reach Every Citizen with the Creation of “Digital Aimags” 12 days
Update on the Ice Hockey Under 18 Asia and Oceania Championship 2023 12 days
Minister of Foreign Affairs Pays Courtesy Call on Vice President of Turkey 13 days
Highlights from Speaker G.Zandanshatar's speech 13 days
Decisions Made at Cabinet Session 13 days
Action Plans to Plant “One Billion Trees” Approved 13 days
State Great Khural Opens its Spring Session 13 days
Monetary Policy Statement 13 days
Photo News | Commencement of Oyu Tolgoi Underground Mine 13 days
Education Loans and Grants Account for 10-15 Percent of Mongolia’s Total Debt 13 days
Elaine Conkievich: UNDP to Support Mongolia on Gender Equality, Digital Transformation and Development Financing 14 days
Mongolia is Hosting IIHF Championships for the First Time in History 14 days
Minister of Foreign Affairs Holds Official Talks with Her Turkish Counterpart 14 days
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For the First Time in history, Mongolia is Hosting International Ice Hockey Championships 14 days
The Hu and Babymetal Collaboration - Once Again 15 days
Lkhagvasuren: Domestic Companies Need to Carry Out Mining Transportation 15 days
GDP of Mongolia Increased by 2.1 Percent 15 days
“Smart Consumers-Clean Energy” Event 15 days
Mongolia Commences Fourth Large-Scale Underground Mine in the World 15 days
Wonders of Mongolia Promoted in Qatar 15 days
U.S. Secretary of State Recognizes Brigadier General Bolor Ganbold at 2023 International Women of Courage Awards 15 days
Mongolian Day at PDAC 2023 16 days
BoM Purchases 701.2 kg Precious Metals in February 16 days
Photo News | Opening Ceremony of the 2023 IIHF Ice Hockey U18 Asia and Oceania Championship 16 days
Mongolian Team Captures Their First Win of the Championship 17 days
The First Day of the 2023 IIHF Ice Hockey U18 Asia and Oceania Championship 17 days
“MONTSAME ENGLISH CONTEST” 18 days
“The Sales Girl” Wins Honorary Golden Cyclo 18 days
Women, Peace and Security: Ministerial-level Open Debate Held 18 days
Photo News | Spring Snow in Ulaanbaatar 19 days
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