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Mongolia News Summary for June 01, 2025

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URGENT: Accelerated Process to Vote on L. Oyun-Erdene's Dismissal, Parliamentary Session Called for Monday With Only One Hour Break Allowed

Published: 2025-05-31 | Translated from: isee.mn

Citizens frustrated with the luxurious lifestyle of the Prime Minister's son and daughter-in-law are demanding that L. Oyun-Erdene prove his income and step down. Meanwhile, following the decision of the Mongolian People's Party (MPP) to remove the Democratic Party (DP) from the government, what could have simply been resolved by a regular majority vote of the attending MPs transformed, according to the Constitution, into a "Vote of Confidence." Now, L. Oyun-Erdene's fate—to remain or to be dismissed—will be decided by an "ordinary majority" of 65 members of parliament. - THE PROCESS TO DISMISS PRIME MINISTER L. OYUN-ERDENE HAS BEEN ACCELERATED - On Wednesday of this week, Prime Minister L. Oyun-Erdene sent a draft resolution to Speaker D. Amarbayasgalan regarding the vote of confidence in the Prime Minister of Mongolia. The draft states: "Based on the provision 44.1 of the Constitution of Mongolia, article 5.1 of the Law on the State Great Khural, and articles 102.1 and 102.3 of the Law on Parliamentary Procedure, it is proposed that the State Great Khural DECIDES: To support the policy of the coalition government, based on the need to intensify and ensure concrete results for the major objectives outlined in the 2024-2028 government action plan, including the National Wealth Fund, 14 mega development projects, energy sector reforms, and regional development, and to ensure stable policy implementation under the principle of shared responsibility. With these considerations in mind, we declare that confidence is granted to the Prime Minister of Mongolia, L. Oyun-Erdene. This resolution is effective from its date of approval." Specifically, the resolution for a vote of confidence is based on the constitutional provision 44.1, which states that "If a draft vote of confidence on a specific policy or budgetary issue concerning the Prime Minister is submitted, the State Great Khural shall begin discussion after three days, and must make a decision within ten days by a majority of all members." According to this, the Standing Committee on State Structure and political party groups in parliament must discuss the issue and present it to the full session for a decision. As such, on the morning of Monday next week, a meeting of the State Structure Standing Committee is called, followed by a session of parliament at 14:00. Between these two meetings, the parliamentary groups of the MPP and DP will meet. It has been unofficially warned that if either group requests a break for this matter, only a one-hour break—not a full day—will be given. In short, it has been decided to quickly "process" the issue of dismissing Prime Minister L. Oyun-Erdene on Monday. - THE FORM OF THE VOTE (OPEN OR SECRET) HAS NOT BEEN DECIDED - At the parliamentary session, Prime Minister L. Oyun-Erdene must answer the members' questions and "prove his income." During the vote of confidence, President U. Khurelsukh may also enter the parliamentary hall. The laws of Mongolia and procedures of parliamentary sessions do not specify whether the voting for a motion of confidence shall be open or secret. Therefore, in accordance with procedure, issues at a full session may be resolved by open voting. However, the Parliamentary Procedure Law states: "If a majority of those present so decide, the vote may be held by secret ballot." If any member proposes a secret ballot and the majority present agrees, a secret vote may be held. If this occurs, "a counting commission comprised of members is established to conduct and count the secret ballot. The commission develops the rules for secret voting and reports the results, which are approved by a majority of those present," as detailed in the law.

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D.Amartuvshin: L.Oyun-Erdene has no public acceptance, instead there is a public expectation that he should resign

Published: 2025-05-31 | Translated from: isee.mn

Prime Minister L.Oyun-Erdene has been asked to prove his income and to step down, but instead he has turned his personal issue into a constitutional one, seeking support for "14 mega projects and trust in the Prime Minister" by bringing the issue to the parliament. We spoke with comedian D.Amartuvshin on this topic. – Citizens have demanded that Prime Minister L.Oyun-Erdene "Prove your income" and "Resigning is easy." As someone who participated in the protests from the beginning, have your demands been met? – The protests had three main demands. The first is “Take moral responsibility and step down,” the second, “Stop the coalition government,” and the third, “Do not make any changes to the Constitution that would turn to a presidential system.” The most important demand is clearly “Take responsibility and resign.” Frankly, I am astonished now. It's been almost 20 days since we said "Prove your income." His income has not been proven. Yet he keeps saying, "I can't prove my income, but trust me anyway." What he brings to defend himself is the mega projects. From what I see, these so-called mega projects are not projects but mega-thefts. Not being able to prove one's income means that person has stolen. A thief asking, "Please trust me so I can steal again"—no one would trust him again. There's no logic here. Why should we trust someone who cannot prove his own income? Secondly, citizens have lost all acceptance of L.Oyun-Erdene. To be Prime Minister one must work with the trust of people, with the hope that "this person will do good on our behalf." But among the public, this acceptance has disappeared. Even with some trust given, it won't last long. What's more, he could have taken his personal issue and just stepped down. But instead, he's dragging the entire parliament with him. Now, not only have citizens lost trust in Oyun-Erdene, but this may also destroy any remaining trust in the parliament or parliamentary system. If Mongolians all lose trust in the state, that will mean chaos. This is a frightening path he's pushing us toward. – IT'S BEEN 20 DAYS SINCE WE SAID PROVE YOUR INCOME. STILL NO PROOF– – By mixing up his personal issue with affairs of the state, he's now pushing to dissolve the coalition government and bring the issue to the parliament? – Corruption and bribery have really devastated Mongolia. That's why L.Oyun-Erdene is desperately clinging to his seat by any means necessary, shamelessly, saying "Let me stay." It's just embarrassing—so shameful it's a disgrace internationally. This issue has even made it into major Western and Asian press outlets. I feel deeply ashamed. It's been 20 days since we said, "Prove your income." That's a job that can be done in two hours. Instead, now the Democratic Party is being blamed, then the government is waving around these so-called mega projects. There's no focus, it's just like flinging anything within reach. Our demand is very simple: Prove your income. If you can't, resign. Simple. – L.Oyun-Erdene announced he would resign at a ruling party conference but more than ten days have passed and he hasn't. If things escalate and parliament votes confidence in him, how will the public respond? – As someone who works and lives among the public daily, listening to all their hardships, I see that society as a whole now expects L.Oyun-Erdene to resign. If this expectation isn't met, the protests will grow. Right now, citizens are protesting peacefully, but if it isn't resolved, I think protests might get more intense. – I THINK THE MEGA PROJECTS L.OYUN-ERDENE TALKS ABOUT ARE MEGA-THEFTS– – Do you believe that Oyun-Erdene will implement the 14 mega projects? – I want to tell people something again. These so-called 14 mega projects are bizarre fairy tales. Only two or three among them are sound projects. The rest—like tunneling Bogd Mountain instead of going around a twenty-kilometer detour, spending trillions—how is that economically beneficial? Why does Mongolia need a big cable bridge? It's useless. These are just ridiculous fairytale projects. Why are they pursuing them? Behind them are just desires for looting, for his circle to profit. I want to say again, these mega projects are mega-thefts, mega-looting, mega-corruption. Oyun-Erdene's stubborn refusal to step down just proves the point. In truth, we should just focus on two or three real mega projects, not 14. That's more than enough. Over the past ten or twenty years, we've only managed one or two mega projects, that's sufficient, more than enough. It's been 20 days and still no proof of income. Now he's saying, "Trust me," like a song lyric. Just step aside. Such an unethical person should not be in the Mongolian state. This is what citizens want. I want to ask him to step down from the government, from the Prime Minister position.

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The Supreme Court to Respond to N. Ariunbold's Request to Disclose the Coalition Government Agreement and Documents Signed by L. Gantumur

Published: 2025-05-31 | Translated from: isee.mn

Previously, we reported that lawyer N. Ariunbold appealed to the court to disclose the decision and proposal by the Mongolian People's Party (MPP) to establish a "Coalition Government," as well as the agreement signed by L. Gantumur. Specifically, following the results of the 2024 parliamentary election, a coalition government was formed. The chairman of the Mongolian People's Party and Prime Minister L. Oyun-Erdene, the chairman of the Democratic Party and First Deputy Prime Minister L. Gantumur, and the chairman of the National Labor Party and Deputy Prime Minister T. Dorjkhand signed the coalition government's "Commitment to Accelerated Development" agreement on August 12, 2024. However, the agreement named "Commitment to Accelerated Development," made between L. Oyun-Erdene, L. Gantumur, and T. Dorjkhand, has not been officially disclosed to this day. For this reason, lawyer N. Ariunbold demanded the disclosure of this agreement and filed a complaint with the Civil Court. Now, lawyer N. Ariunbold has appealed to the Supreme Court to receive open information regarding this issue. At the meeting of all justices of the Supreme Court of Mongolia held yesterday, they reviewed the official requests from lawyer N. Ariunbold regarding access to public information and decided to send a response.

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Notable Protests and Demonstrations in the History of Mongolia

Published: 2025-05-31 | Translated from: news.mn

Since Mongolia transitioned to a democratic system in 1990, the foundational legal and social environment for citizens to express themselves, voice opinions, and hold peaceful demonstrations has been established. Public protests and gatherings have become a vital expression of the achievements of democracy, directly reflecting the social, economic, and political circumstances of the time. Demonstrations are not merely acts of opposition; they are important tools for citizens to correct government policy errors, make their voices heard by the authorities, and protect their freedoms. In the past 30 or so years, some protests in Mongolia have not been limited to just one day or a short period, but have spanned many days or weeks, involved large parts of the public, and have directly influenced political decisions. For instance, the protests of the 1990 Democratic Revolution entirely changed the government structure of Mongolia, while the events of July 1, 2008 raised issues of responsibility for law enforcement and human rights, sparking a new wave of reforms. More recently, the 2022 protest against coal theft created new perspectives on fighting corruption, popular demands for accountability, and resulted in government leaders being held responsible. The ongoing 2025 protest called “Easy to Resign” represents current social frustration and demands for accountability from Prime Minister L. Oyun-Erdene and his son to explain their income. Here, we introduce the most notable protests that have occurred in the last 30+ years. Journalist’s note: This compilation was prepared with the assistance of OpenAI and is based on publicly available internet data and information. 1. The 1990 Democratic Revolution Protest (December 1989 – March 1990)
Duration: ~3 months
Main feature: Led to the abolition of the one-party system and the establishment of a multi-party democratic electoral system in Mongolia.
Summary: From late 1989, the Youth Union and other pro-democracy activists began sit-ins and gatherings in the central square. On March 7, 1990, a hunger strike was declared, leading to the resignation of the Politburo of the Mongolian People's Revolutionary Party (MPRP). The first multi-party election was held in July 1990. 2. The July 1, 2008 Protest and the Subsequent Political Situation
Duration: Although the protest lasted only one day, its political and social pressure continued for a long time.
Main feature: Started over alleged election irregularities but escalated into chaotic and violent clashes.
Outcome: 5 people died and over 200 were injured. A state of emergency was declared. Issues of civil rights and media freedom were raised. Public trust in politics was severely affected. 3. December 2022 "Coal Theft Protest"
Duration: Continued almost continuously from December 4, 2022 until early 2023 (some sources state more than 10 days).
Main feature: Youth, students, and citizens expressed their outrage over the "coal theft" issue and gathered in the central square.
Highlights: Called for government accountability. Despite the cold winter, demonstrators camped and held sit-ins for several days. Received widespread support on social media. The government began investigations into the coal case, with many individuals prosecuted. 4. Protests in 2016–2017 over the 49% Erdenet Issue
Duration: Nearly a year as ongoing protests
Main feature: Citizens and political forces protested the illegal transfer of 49% of the Erdenet Mining Corporation to the private sector.
Influence: Brought the issue to the highest political level; the case was referred to legal authorities. 5. The 2019 "Anti-MANAN Regime Protest" / The Movement to Remove M. Enkhbold
Duration: From December 27, 2018 to January 29, 2019 — one month
Organizers: Then Member of Parliament L. Oyun-Erdene and reformist members of DP (Democratic Party) and MPP (Mongolian People's Party)
Main reason: The Speaker of the State Great Khural (Parliament), M. Enkhbold, was suspected of involvement in the so-called "60 billion" corruption scheme. Parliamentary work was gridlocked, and public trust was lost. Calls for justice and accountability for high-level officials.
Outcome: On January 29, 2019, M. Enkhbold resigned from his position as Speaker. After the protest, a new faction called the "Honest Five" was formed, laying a foundation for changes in the political structure.

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The Case Involving D.Nyamkhuu to Be Heard by the Supreme Court Next Wednesday

Published: 2025-05-31 | Translated from: isee.mn

The case related to former director of the National Center for Communicable Diseases (NCCD) D. Nyamkhuu and others was acquitted by both the first instance and appellate courts. However, the prosecutor filed an objection with the Supreme Court, and as a result, the Supreme Court has scheduled a supervisory hearing for this case. The Supreme Court has set the hearing for the case involving D. Nyamkhuu and others for next Wednesday, June 4. Defendants D. Nyamkhuu and D. Barkhuu were charged under Article 22.1, Section 2 of the Criminal Code—“A public official who abuses their official duties, powers, or position to cause significant damage.” The first instance and appellate courts reviewed the case and acquitted them of these charges.

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Economy

Övörkhangai: Discussion on the Privatization of the Locally Owned Meat Factory

Published: 2025-05-31 | Translated from: montsame.mn

The issue of privatizing the "ÖvEkoMeat" SOJSC was discussed by the provincial Citizens' Representative Khural (CRK). The company was established by resolution number 66 of the presidium of the provincial CRK, and equipment worth 394 million MNT was installed, sourced from the US company JARVIS. In 2019, with an investment of 130 million MNT from the Chinese company "Tsan Tsen Tian" LLC, lines for both large and small livestock were installed, enabling a daily processing capacity of 600–800 small livestock and 150–200 large livestock. In recent years, the meat factory has operated at a loss by leasing it to the private sector. Specifically, in the first quarter of 2024, "Tanasan International Trade" LLC sourced around 2,000 sheep from herders, prepared 40 tons of meat, and provided jobs to over 40 people. However, following a risk assessment from the State Inspector of the provincial Veterinary Office, an official demand was issued, leading to 33 million MNT in repairs. A working group appointed by the provincial CRK visited and examined the site and is proposing that the factory be privatized through an open auction, with the revenue to be directed to the local budget. Representatives are divided on the issue: some emphasize that, since the facility includes a large warehouse, storage, and land sufficient for the region, it should not be undervalued; others insist that the proceeds from the sale should be used to support herders and local citizens.

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State Bank Presents Its Sustainability Report to the Public for the Third Consecutive Year

Published: 2025-05-31 | Translated from: isee.mn

State Bank, one of the leading banks in Mongolia’s financial sector, presented its 2024 Sustainability Report to the public with the aim of communicating its policy and activities in support of sustainable development in a transparent and understandable manner. This is the third consecutive report presented by State Bank, and it is an important document outlining how the bank fulfills its social, economic, and environmental responsibilities toward its clients, partner organizations, and the general public. In 2024, State Bank implemented several major activities related to sustainable development. For instance, in preparation for implementing the new international financial reporting standards S1 (Sustainability Reporting) and S2 (Climate Reporting), the bank received consulting services from the sustainability team of the international audit firm Ernst & Young and conducted a materiality assessment and developed its roadmap. The bank also fulfilled its commitment to the global community by preparing its first-ever Communication on Progress report, which was submitted to the United Nations and made public. Additionally, by becoming a member of the international Partnership for Carbon Accounting Financials (PCAF), State Bank trained its staff and, using internal resources, calculated and reported the bank’s greenhouse gas emissions in accordance with international methodology. Within the scope of issuing green bonds on the international market, the bank had the framework for Sustainable Financing defined by the international institution MUFG and underwent an independent assessment by S&P Global, paving the way for issuing green bonds on the global market. In the reporting year, following the government’s proclamation of State Bank as a ‘Green Development Support Bank,’ the bank successfully issued the 'Green Future' bond for the first time on the over-the-counter market as part of its green transition reform. In terms of products and services, the bank introduced new products such as the ‘Herder's Green Loan’ and ‘Intellectual Investment Loan’, and provided an update on the results of annual initiatives such as the 'Sustainable Development Green Future' event, 'Quick Clean-up,' and 'Let’s Make Trees Fashionable.' Moreover, as part of the 'Green Office' initiative, the bank started using electric vehicles and staff buses in its daily operations. This report not only describes the bank’s internal operations but is also aimed at helping clients, investors, and the general public understand the bank’s long-term strategic direction and values. Going forward, State Bank will continue to expand its activities based on sustainable development principles, focusing on innovation, social responsibility, and maintaining environmental balance. You can view State Bank’s 2024 Sustainability Report by clicking HERE.

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TTTZ with 660 Employees, MTZ with 883 Employees Exported Only Two Million Tons of Coal by Rail in 2024

Published: 2025-05-31 | Translated from: news.mn

There exists a major policy flaw in Mongolia's railway sector. Specifically, the "Tavantolgoi Railway" company, which owns just 230 kilometers of railway, employs over 660 people. Meanwhile, the "Mongolian Railway" company, despite having only 416 kilometers of railway, employs 883 people. Yet, out of the 84 million tons of coal exported in 2024, only two million tons were transported by rail. It's safe to call this a case of excessive expenditures and highly inefficient policy. As a result, the government made a decision to merge the management of "Tavantolgoi Railway" JSC with "Mongolian Railway" JSC. This will turn "Tavantolgoi Railway" into a project-oriented company, responsible for jointly implementing and overseeing the project with China's "China Energy". This organizational change is meant to encourage the two companies to operate in mutual collaboration. According to the Law on Railway Transport, companies that invest in railways built from deep within the country up to the state border, and those that operate cross-border railways, must share joint operations. The new structure assigns "Tavantolgoi Railway" as the owner and operator of the infrastructure, while "Mongolian Railway" will operate the rolling stock. The sector's minister has stated that this transformation should continue so that railway lines are directed towards the entrances of each mine. As mine capacity and exports increase, it is expected that the number of coal trucks will naturally decrease. There is also a need to stop the inefficient and corruption-prone practices surrounding loading and unloading facilities. Meanwhile, the professional ministry highlighted the need to prepare the railways, wagons, and specialists required to export 30 million tons of coal. If railway lines reach the entrances of mines, there is a technology that does not require full-scale track construction; rails can be quickly laid on sleepers. With such a system, wagons can load coal at the mine and connect directly to the main railway. Unfortunately, for Mongolia's current Tavantolgoi group deposits, such as the Bortolgoi and Onch Kharaat mines, even if extraction starts, they remain far from loading and unloading facilities. This is economically and environmentally detrimental. Therefore, after the Bagakhangai-Khushigt Valley railway, there is an urgent requirement to construct direct railway lines into the mine entrances as soon as possible.

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Samsung TV Spring Sale, Check the Prices...

Published: 2025-05-31 | Translated from: ikon.mn

To celebrate the arrival of spring, the Samsung brand is offering a sale with special discounts and gifts to its customers and buyers. As product prices continue to rise day by day, do not miss out on this special promotion tailored just for you—take advantage while it lasts. Discounted products (selected models): - Crystal UHD - QLED - Neo QLED - Frame - OLED - Selected model soundbars Promotion period: May 22, 2025 – June 8, 2025 Official Samsung distributors in Mongolia: - PC Mall - Sain electronics - Nomin Electronics - Next Electronics Samsung customer service: 1800-2555 (Calls from all operators are free) Available stock for the promotion is limited, so hurry! Notice: Media organizations (TV, radio, social networks, and websites) are prohibited from using our information, either in full or in part, in any form. You may only use it by agreement, and the source (ikon.mn) must be cited.

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Diplomacy

Foreign Minister B. Battsetseg Had a Telephone Conversation with U.S. Secretary of State M. Rubio

Published: 2025-05-31 | Translated from: isee.mn

Today, Minister of Foreign Affairs B. Battsetseg had a telephone conversation with the U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio. The foreign ministers of both countries expressed their mutual satisfaction with the strengthening and enrichment of relations and cooperation between Mongolia and the United States under the vision of a Strategic Third Neighbor Partnership. Minister B. Battsetseg highlighted that tangible work has already begun following her visit to the U.S. in 2024, such as the opening of a center dedicated to teaching and learning English. She also noted the significance of United Airlines commencing flights on the Tokyo-Ulaanbaatar route, which will enhance travel flow, tourism, and business relations between the two countries. The ministers exchanged views on further expanding mutually beneficial cooperation in trade and the economy, ensuring the implementation of the second Millennium Challenge Compact agreement, and effectively continuing the "Let's Travel Responsibly" campaign, a joint initiative between Mongolia, the United States, and the Republic of Korea, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

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President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov to Visit Mongolia

Published: 2025-05-31 | Translated from: unuudur.mn

At the invitation of President U. Khurelsukh, the President of Turkmenistan, Serdar Berdimuhamedov, will pay a state visit to our country on the 1st and 2nd of next month. Since the establishment of diplomatic relations between Mongolia and Turkmenistan in April 1992, this will be the first visit at the level of the President of Turkmenistan. In other words, this visit is a reciprocal visit to President U. Khurelsukh’s state visit to Turkmenistan last year. During the visit, Presidents U. Khurelsukh and Serdar Berdimuhamedov will hold official talks and exchange views on expanding and developing friendly relations, as well as cooperation at the regional and international levels.

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Infrastructure

The Ulaanbaatar-Beijing Train Will Resume Service Starting June 3

Published: 2025-05-31 | Translated from: montsame.mn

After a five-year hiatus due to the pandemic, the Ulaanbaatar-Beijing train number 24/23 will resume operating starting June 3. The very first passenger train will depart from Beijing on the 3rd of this month and arrive in Ulaanbaatar on the 4th. From then on, every Tuesday at 07:27, the train will depart Beijing and arrive in Ulaanbaatar at 14:35 every Wednesday. Conversely, the train will depart from Ulaanbaatar every Thursday at 07:18, arriving in Beijing every Friday at 14:35.

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The Railway Infrastructure Tariff Will Be Reduced by 50 Percent

Published: 2025-05-31 | Translated from: montsame.mn

The Ministry of Road and Transport Development has regulated that the basic railway infrastructure tariff for the transportation of petroleum products along the "Sukhbaatar-Zuunbayan-Tsogttsetsii-Tavantolgoi" route will be reduced by 50 percent. Kh. Itgelt, Head of the Railway and Maritime Transport Policy and Regulation Department at the Ministry, stated that this order and decision have been delivered to "Ulaanbaatar Railway", "Mongolian Railway", and "Tavantolgoi Railway" companies. Results are expected soon and transportation will begin. Therefore, fuel importing and transporting companies must comply with road weight tonnage regulations and ensure the safety of public and local roads during transportation, he added. Additionally, storage tanks for hazardous cargo and loading/unloading yards will be built in connection with stocking fuel reserves in the Gobi region. Within this framework, discussions are underway to provide lawful support to businesses and resolve land issues in cooperation with provincial and local governors.

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New Regulation for Issuing Construction Permits to Be Implemented Next Month

Published: 2025-05-31 | Translated from: unuudur.mn

The Cabinet Secretariat and the Licensing Council have decided to transition all special permit issuances nationwide to a unified system. As part of this initiative, a new regulation for issuing special permits for construction activities has been approved and will take effect from the 10th of next month. Henceforth, individuals, businesses, and organizations seeking special permits will need to apply through the license.mn system. This integrated system has been developed to streamline the process of applying for special permits and submitting required legal documents across the country through a single digital window. By issuing construction activity permits via this system, the following advantages will be achieved: Previously, individuals and companies had to meet in person with the permitting authorities to obtain certificates and sign contracts; now, the entire process is automated, reducing time, costs, and queues significantly. Additionally, after an application is verified, the process of generating ministerial orders, collecting signatures, and stamping—which used to cause delays—will be eliminated. Instead, it will now be possible to obtain a digital certificate with a secure QR code through the system. In the event of losing a special permit, the process for re-issuance will be made transparent, open, and quick. Furthermore, by granting engineers and technical staff special access to the system, it will now be possible to check for overlaps, verify the organizations to which they are registered, submit requests, and manage transfers and removals. It should also be noted that license.mn is linked with the government’s unified information database, so going forward, all information about licensed companies will be consolidated in one place, facilitating easier monitoring and analysis.

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Changes to Four Public Transport Routes on Children's Day

Published: 2025-05-31 | Translated from: montsame.mn

Due to the closure of some streets and roads on "International Children's Day," changes will be made to four public transport routes. Accordingly, from 06:00 to 20:00, public transportation will operate as follows: Specifically: Route M:1A: The direction from Tavan Shar to Möngön Zaviya will be changed to Tavan Shar to Tengis Cinema. Route M:3: The route will be changed from General Archive Office - Sukhbaatar Square to General Archive Office - Mongolian State University of Education (MSUE) - Ard Cinema. Route H:19: The route from Chinggis Khaan International Airport - Sukhbaatar Square will be changed to Chinggis Khaan International Airport - 120 myangat bus stop. Route U:30: The route from Sukhbaatar Square Central Stop - Natur Trade Center - Janjin Club will be changed to stop at the southern stop in front of Sukhbaatar Square, return via Khunsnii 1st Store, and then continue on the route Children's Culture and Recreation Park - Natur Trade Center - Janjin Club.

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Society

The “SheLeads” Event for Women Entrepreneurs Successfully Organized

Published: 2025-05-31 | Translated from: isee.mn

Golomt Bank has consistently organized various projects, programs, and events to support female entrepreneurs. Within this framework, the "SheLeads" event was held for the first time with the aim of ensuring gender equality in the business sector and increasing the participation of women. Over 450 women entrepreneurs were invited to participate in the event. During the event, various trainings and presentations were conducted focusing on increasing women's impact and participation in the country's economic development, creating a favorable business environment, and expanding business operations. In addition, successful businesswomen shared their best practices and stories, and held open discussions. Speeches were delivered by experts from Golomt Bank, as well as guest speakers such as B. Saruul, the Executive Director of MNCCI, Suvdmaa M., the Product Director of Salesforce LLC, among others. Along with the main presentations, breakout sessions were also held, in which specialists from various fields gave interesting talks on human resources, leadership psychology, and personal development. A total of 8 speakers presented across 3 breakout sessions. In the "Her stories" panel discussion, leaders in their fields such as B. Chantsaldulam, CEO of "Yurgana Industry" LLC, D. Udval, CEO of "Naran Trade" LLC, and Honored Athlete of Mongolia O. Gundegmaa participated as panelists. They openly shared their valuable experiences and growth stories with guests looking to expand their own businesses. During the event, Golomt Bank also officially announced the launch of the "She Stars" mentorship program dedicated for businesswomen, highlighting the mentors and awarding program trophies, which was a key highlight. To ensure gender equality, it is essential to support women's employment, especially those in leadership positions, and to increase their contributions to the economy. Golomt Bank will continue to support female entrepreneurs, not only by offering accessible financial products and services dedicated to them but also by regularly implementing various projects and programs that empower and help businesswomen successfully expand their operations.

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Featured Interviews: Mongolian Women are Resilient

Published: 2025-05-31 | Translated from: news.mn

Here are the featured interviews from News.mn's past week. "IT'S TRUE THAT PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES CAN PAY SOCIAL INSURANCE BUT CANNOT GET PENSIONS OR LOANS" One of the important issues discussed in the recent spring session of the State Great Khural (parliament) was the rights of people with disabilities. Although Mongolia is considered a welfare state, in reality, even if people with disabilities have jobs and pay social insurance contributions, they cannot obtain loans from commercial banks, and their pensions and allowances often do not match the minimum wage, among other issues. Thus, we conducted an interview with parliament member O. Saranchuluun about how the legislature should attend to these issues and what problems require urgent solutions. - You mentioned in the session that people with disabilities pay social insurance contributions but cannot obtain loans, and also face difficulties in receiving pensions from the social insurance fund. Can you give some specific cases? - For people with disabilities, their employer contributes 10% to social insurance (for an ordinary person, the employer's share is 12.5%) and the person with a disability themselves contributes 9.3% (for an ordinary person, it's 11.5%). By paying social insurance, you can get services like a personal assistant. Although the contribution rates are lower, which seems good, there are still significant issues. According to the social insurance law, one is eligible to receive a pension from the Social Insurance Fund, not from the welfare fund. However, in practice, even if a person with a disability pays social insurance for 36 months or more over the last five years, he/she is supposed to receive a pension from Social Insurance instead of a welfare allowance. However, in reality, even after paying for 60 months, this legal provision is not enforced and transfers are stopped. They said it has to be over 10 years to transfer. Recently, three people with disabilities applied to transfer to the Social Insurance Fund, but their application was refused. Secondly, proportional pensions or allowances for people with disabilities do not increase when the state increases retirement pensions. Currently, the minimum pension is about 800,000 MNT, while the proportional pension for people with disabilities is 540,000 MNT. Thirdly, because people with disabilities usually do not pay social insurance for 20 years, they are almost never eligible for full pensions. Also, if people with disabilities lose their jobs, they cannot get unemployment benefits, as their insurance contributions do not include unemployment coverage. Even if a person with a disability receives a salary for a full 12 months, they cannot get a salary-based loan. Nor are they eligible for a mortgage loan. Welfare pensions are 328,000 MNT per month. Work disability pensions from Social Insurance are 540,000 MNT per month. Read the continuation of the interview here. ABE AKIE: MONGOLIAN WOMEN ARE VERY RESILIENT "This is my third time in Mongolia. Your country feels very warm and pleasant to me," said Mrs. Abe Akie, the wife of former Prime Minister of Japan Shinzo Abe, in a gentle voice. She wore a simple blue shirt with a cashmere scarf from "Gobi". She came to Ulaanbaatar as an honored guest at the "We Women" conference. We had a brief opportunity to meet her during this event. - Your Mongolian deel (traditional dress) suited you very well, didn't it? - Thank you. To attend the "We Women" event in Ulaanbaatar, I asked young designer Erdenezul from Tokyo to make me two traditional Mongolian deels. The main meaning was to use Japanese silk to symbolize the friendship between our two countries. - How did you feel when Deputy Speaker Kh. Bulgantuya invited you to Ulaanbaatar? - I think it is significant that a woman was elected as Deputy Speaker in Mongolia – it has an important impact in the political sphere. When Bulgantuya came to Japan, she told me about organizing the "We Women" forum and invited me. Mongolia feels like a close country to me, and I have always wanted to visit. So, I happily accepted the invitation. - This is your third visit to Mongolia. How do you see its development? - The first time I visited with my husband, it was very cold in Mongolia. Still, watching the stars in the Mongolian night sky with my husband was wonderful, despite the cold. I remember being really cold then. On my second visit, I didn't have much chance to notice the development. However, this time I got to know Ulaanbaatar more. Many tall buildings have risen. People on the streets are very stylish and elegant. The city feels youthful and energetic. Read the continuation of the interview here.

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BAYAN-ÖLGII: Strengthening Cooperation Among Organizations Working in Child Development and Protection

Published: 2025-05-31 | Translated from: montsame.mn

On the occasion of the 100th anniversary of the establishment of the Mongolian Children's Organization and International Children's Day, a scientific conference was organized in Bayan-Ölgii province to focus on the development, participation, and protection of children. This conference, titled "Peculiarities, Current Issues and Solutions for Child Development in Bayan-Ölgii Province," was organized by the Provincial Department for Family, Child, and Youth Development (HGBHKG) in cooperation with the local campus of the Mongolian State University of Education. It brought together local teachers, educators, and professionals working in child protection. The purpose of the conference was to evaluate the current state of child development, participation, and protection, identify pressing issues, search for effective solutions, and provide opportunities for teachers and professionals to share their research, experiences, and to learn from each other. The conference evaluated research presentations and awarded the following speakers: - First place was awarded to teachers Kh. Tolkhin and S. Meir from School No. 5 of Bayan-Ölgii for their presentation on "The Role and Participation of Teachers in Activating Child Participation." - Second place went to Buyaat soum secondary school teacher B. Boldbaatar for a study about "The Influence of the Local Environment on Child Development." - Third place was awarded to Kh. Yerlan, head of the local branch of the Parents' Association for Children with Disabilities, for his presentation on "A Local Model for the Child Rights Protection System." - A special award was given to Tsengel soum secondary school teacher of Informatics, Human Development, and Personal Evaluation K. Aizhan, as well as social workers B. Baigalmaa from the 11th group and A. Aisha from the 13th group of the Center for Child and Family Development, for their joint presentation "Intersectoral Collaboration in Protecting the Family Environment of Children." Participants noted that the conference laid an important foundation for strengthening cooperation among organizations working in child development and protection at the local level and served as a platform to develop new initiatives and policy recommendations based on research.

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Investigation into O.Oyuntsetseg, founder of "OOGII" brand, for alleged fraud against horse trainer L.Tsandeleg continues

Published: 2025-05-31 | Translated from: isee.mn

The investigation into O. Oyuntsetseg, the founder of the "OOGII" brand, for alleged fraud involving horse trainer L. Tsandeleg continues. Previously, it was reported that O. Oyuntsetseg, who lives and works in Australia, had become the subject of a police investigation over allegations of fraud. Specifically, horse trainer L. Tsandeleg transferred 102 million tugriks in two transactions through O. Oyuntsetseg to send his child to study in Australia. However, he was unable to have his child study there and could not get his money back. As a result, he shared this information on social media and later filed a complaint with the Khan-Uul District Police Department. Accordingly, citizen O. Oyuntsetseg was placed under legal investigation. The latest information from sources indicates that the investigation is still ongoing and no final decision has been made yet. According to Article 17.3 (Fraud) of the Criminal Code, Section 1 states: "If one deceives others by using false documents, items, electronic means, or deliberately creates artificial circumstances, exploits a belief, conceals the truth, or otherwise misleads others to misappropriate another's property or property rights, or abuses trust gained from reputation or previous relations to transfer ownership, the person shall be fined an amount equivalent to four hundred and fifty to fourteen thousand units, or be required to perform charitable work for 240 to 720 hours, or be restricted from travel for six months to three years, or be imprisoned for six months to three years." Section 2 states: "If this crime was committed by abusing official position or causing serious or large-scale damage to others, the offender shall be fined an amount equivalent to ten thousand to forty thousand units or imprisoned for two to eight years." Section 3 states: "If this crime was committed as a constant source of livelihood, through fraudulent multi-level marketing or pyramid schemes, or by an organized criminal group, the penalty is imprisonment for five to twelve years."

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The Days Spent Reading with My Child Become the Most Beautiful Memories

Published: 2025-05-31 | Translated from: news.mn

Writer Tsagaanchuluun Delgermaa is welcoming Children’s Day with many new activities. Her book “The Tale of a Little Star” is about to be published in the USA, while her novella “The Bird Named Bear” has recently been reissued with a refreshed format and design. She has also established the “Little Seven” editorial, exclusively working with children’s books. Here is our conversation with the author about the world of children’s literature. If parents pay attention to what their child likes and the subjects that interest them, and respect their preferences, reading becomes much easier and more successful. – Congratulations on the reissue of your novella “The Bird Named Bear”. – Thank you. Many people were asking about this book, so I reissued it. This time, I improved everything: the illustrations, the text, and the printing. It’s now larger in size, with a hard cover. Artist Enkh-Od redrew all the illustrations in the book. – There seem to be many children’s books being published in Mongolia lately. Has the quality and variety of content improved? – While translated books still dominate, Mongolian content has increased in recent years, which I am pleased about. Having a culture of reading spreading is good, but the issue of what to let children read, and how to choose, is becoming more nuanced. As a literary person, I hope to see more children’s literature and illustrated books with literary qualities. The text is a subtle code that transmits the mother tongue—with the addition of literary flavor and expressive styles, it enhances a child’s sense and deep understanding of their native language. – The culture of reading begins with children’s books. What should parents focus on to get their children to read? – First and foremost, be a reader yourself and read together with your child. Read appropriate books to your child from birth, even while in the womb. Create an environment connected with books from the beginning. Parents should observe and understand their child to find the method that suits them best—this requires attention and active involvement. It is important for parents to recognize how crucial books are for their child's upbringing and development, and to be knowledgeable about books themselves. Avoid narrow attitudes such as choosing books solely for price, appearance, or believing that only educational content is suitable for children. If you notice your child’s interests and respect their preferences, reading will become easier and more successful. Of course, it will not be easy initially for parents without a reading habit, but this can be overcome together with your child. The days spent reading books with your child will become wonderful memories. In general, by talking with your child and making an effort to read even three illustrated books, many things become clearer and easier. Why do important language exams like IELTS and TOEFL test reading, writing, and listening skills equally? Because these skills directly reflect a person’s development. Children who read have a broader perspective and see issues more widely. As their vocabulary grows, it continues to increase, and soon enough, they start writing well. If they can focus and write, they also learn to listen to others and to collaborate. “My illustrated story ‘The Tale of a Little Star’ was selected by the American publisher ‘Enchanted Lion Books’” – Your book is going to be published in the USA. Which book is it and how did it happen? – In 2023, the Asian Foundation launched a children’s book fellowship program. While participating, I wrote “The Tale of a Little Star” as an illustrated book, which was selected by the American publisher “Enchanted Lion Books”. It should be published soon. The program is now in its second year. Thanks to this program, many young people are not only learning how to create children's books, but are also getting opportunities to sign contracts with foreign publishers, for which I am extremely grateful. – The idea that children's literature must always be cute and entertaining seems outdated now. The content for children worldwide has become very open, hasn’t it? You can present any subject matter to children through books—even themes like war, death, and the hardships of life can be portrayed. The main thing is how it is expressed. In my novella “The Bird Named Bear,” for example, if you read closely, you’ll notice that the grandfather has passed away. The girl compares her grandfather to the sun. In the final chapter, "The Daughter of the Sun," the grandfather tells her to go meet Bear and stays behind in the hospital. I never directly say that the grandfather has died, but children can think and interpret what happened to him themselves. Some children will think he became the sun, while others may optimistically imagine he recovered. By leaving some questions unanswered, children are encouraged to reflect on their own. However, with science or educational books designed to impart knowledge, answers should of course be clear and definitive. – You have founded an editorial for children’s books. Could you talk about its aims and policy? – I have established the “Little Seven” children’s book editorial. We are planning to publish illustrated books that are, as much as possible, different from the commonly available ones, with aesthetic expression and literary style. But this does not mean every book will have long literary texts. Illustrated books can influence the development of children’s psychological basis and empathy in many ways. I believe it is important to create good books with clear, distinctive content that meets international standards for children’s literature. Looking at beautiful illustrated books can be restful and almost meditative. This quality draws in many adults who find themselves fascinated by picture books. – Illustrations are essential to children’s books, almost akin to having a co-author, don’t you think? – The illustrations in children’s books not only support the content, but also independently express ideas. They are crucial in creating the overall mood of the book. Colors and their combinations can be “read” directly by children, making picture books important for all ages. For example, when I look at a beautifully illustrated book, it feels restful and almost meditative. That’s why many adults are attracted to picture books, too. Moreover, they can be a way to understand and connect with your child. There are even silent books—books without words—expressed only through pictures. I would love to make a book like that. Therefore, it is essential to have very good communication with your illustrator; both author and illustrator share equal roles in creating picture books. – Books and content for teenagers seem rare in Mongolia. What are your thoughts? – That is an area where I feel we really need to write good stories. Mongolia has relatively few children’s writers. It seems that only people who are devoted to the cause dedicate themselves to this work. Of course, this also takes exceptional creative talent. Writing for children is not about being childish. Perhaps children’s literature is born from a pure, unspoiled heart, but it also requires a broad foundation of knowledge and a clear understanding of writing. Otherwise, if you try too hard to make it just entertaining or adventurous, you might end up with something shallow. There’s a real need for books that understand the psychological subtleties of teenagers and can share their world. Why is “Harry Potter” so popular? Perhaps because every child wants to be a wizard, and on top of that, it creates a whole world set in the familiar environment of school with friends, surroundings, and everything coming together. If we can update the content, Mongolia has many oral and written tales, including those with magical powers and epic heroes. We need to renew and preserve this heritage while also creating new, modern stories for our children. Some might say there are many foreign books available, but as a country that uses and treasures our mother tongue, I believe we should always prioritize content created and written in Mongolian.

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‘Mother of Fame’ Medals Presented to Mothers Living in South Korea

Published: 2025-05-31 | Translated from: montsame.mn

His Excellency Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary S. Sukhbold of Mongolia in South Korea has presented the 'Mother of Fame' medals to mothers residing in South Korea. On the occasion of 'International Children's Day,' 16 mothers who are studying and working in South Korea were awarded the first and second class 'Mother of Fame' medals by the decree of the President of Mongolia, U. Khurelsukh, according to a statement from the Embassy of Mongolia in South Korea.

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G. Myagmarsuren: Seeing the children, I used to think that if possible, I would take them to Mongolia

Published: 2025-05-31 | Translated from: montsame.mn

Since 2007, the servicemen of the 325th unit of the Mongolian Armed Forces in Zavkhan aimag have participated in peacekeeping missions. To date, more than 450 personnel have successfully taken part in such operations. Among them, Senior Sergeant Ganbaatar Myagmarsuren, platoon leader of the signal company of the 325th unit, has participated the most times in peacekeeping operations. What roles and responsibilities did you have in the peacekeeping missions? I first took part in a peacekeeping operation in 2013. That year, I participated in the sixth rotation in Afghanistan as part of a joint platoon with Belgium in Operation Enduring Freedom. In 2019, I was part of the 10th rotation of a joint military team with Germany. Most recently, in 2023, I was part of the 13th rotation of the UN peace support operation. Is there a difference between working in peacekeeping operations and performing duties in peacetime? Representing your country and serving with soldiers from many other nations is interesting and a great honor. It is a matter of pride to serve with the best soldiers of the Mongolian Armed Forces. You get an opportunity to learn from soldiers of other countries and gain new experiences, as well as demonstrate your daily training and readiness in the field. It requires even more responsibility. As we are constantly training during peacetime, it's not too difficult to serve in hotspots. In fact, it is an opportunity to show the results of our training, work as a team, and take on greater responsibility. If you are determined, everything is open to you there—and knowing a foreign language, you can learn much more. Of course, while serving I was able to learn and experience a lot via the interpreters. Do you speak a foreign language? When I first went for the mission, I was like a blank slate in terms of language. By the time of my second deployment, I had started to understand some English. Now, I can communicate and have conversations fluently. The high standard of training in our armed forces is truly reflected by the skills and responsibility of the soldiers on these missions. Having participated in peacekeeping missions many times, did you gain experience? Definitely. When I first went on a peacekeeping mission in 2013, even though my training was good, I was nervous. I had to learn from my more experienced seniors and just complete the assignments given from above. On my second deployment, since I returned to the same area where I had previously served, I already had experience, so I was able to teach and guide the younger soldiers. I learned how to interact with the locals and how to properly carry out our assignments. Each operation brings new experience. What skills have you developed through your deployments? We have to be top-rated in terms of physical fitness, health, and military training to take part in peace support missions. There are many selection stages and tests. Only the most experienced and best soldiers are chosen. So, I consider myself to be physically and mentally fit. Personally, I am glad to have gained many skills from these missions—not just learning from overseas soldiers but also developing the ability to adapt to any environment and communicate with people. One feature of Mongolian soldiers is that Mongolian people can adapt to any situation quickly. Whether it's due to our harsh climate, we are used to adapting to both hot and cold weather, and we have patience, resilience, and speed. Depending on the role, you gain different skills: as a psychological specialist you learn to manage the morale of a military team in a hotspot, while as a commander, you are responsible for your personnel for a whole year, making sure the mission goes smoothly. In my first two missions I served in a shooter role; on my most recent mission, I served as a squad leader, which carried more responsibility. Were you scared when you first went on a mission? For a soldier, duty is duty. Of course, before my first mission, I was a bit scared and anxious. My first two deployments were to tense hotspots. However, once on site, following the training we had performed at home, I was able to carry out my tasks and gain experience—there were no big difficulties. On my latest mission, I tried to act with a great deal of experience and responsibility. A soldier must just fulfill his duty. Which peace support operation left the strongest impression on you? I performed my duties responsibly in all the missions. The first two missions were in conflict zones and hotspots, and our team was responsible for checkpoints and airport security—there were many attacks. The last mission was a humanitarian operation, protecting convoys, providing security in a more peaceful setting. Yet, in Sudan, the living conditions and the social situation were extremely harsh and eye-opening. The locals lived among garbage with no food. As a father of two sons myself, it was heartbreaking to see the situation of small children, truly touching. Elderly parents begging for food while holding their children. I would sometimes share my food and water with them, thinking always about not letting them starve. As our mission was humanitarian, we provided food and water, but I always felt the urge to give more, even from my own provisions. Especially for the little children, I used to think if only I could take them to Mongolia with me. What advice would you give to personnel about to join peacekeeping or support missions? Of course, responsibly carry out your military duty and bring honor to our country. Train even harder, take care of your health, and perform your duties with greater responsibility. Most importantly, learn a foreign language—being skilled and knowing a language means you can be responsible and fulfill your duty anywhere you go. Soldiers must always be prepared and ready whenever called upon. I also want to thank my family, especially my spouse, for taking responsibility for the family while I was away on duty. I also thank the leadership and colleagues of the 325th unit for their support and ensuring all conditions for our peacekeeping missions. Will you participate in peacekeeping operations again? I can do so. As long as a military serviceman is not retired, all opportunities are open. As long as I am physically and psychologically fit and meet all military requirements, I can take part in missions again. Thank you.

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The State Palace Now Has a Children's Room

Published: 2025-05-31 | Translated from: isee.mn

The Secretariat of the State Great Khural has prepared and furnished a Children's Room in the western wing of the State Palace, which was officially opened today, receiving its first guests. During the official opening of the Children's Room, the Secretary General of the State Great Khural, B. Baasandorj, mentioned that since the State Palace and Sukhbaatar Square are under special protection, it was necessary to make changes to the relevant rules and regulations to open this room. He emphasized that, having overcome all these challenges, they are now opening the room just in time for International Children's Day. He also highlighted the importance of this initiative, noting that now parents with young children can leave their children in the Children's Room for a certain period, monitor them via cameras, and work without concern. This will increase their productivity at work and improve the performance and outcomes of the organization as a whole. He further noted that the State Great Khural approved its 2024-2028 strategic plan, which specifies as a strategic goal the development of human-centric ideas that respect human rights and freedoms. In line with this, fostering a people-friendly environment and improving working conditions for civil servants are being actively pursued by the Secretariat, with the opening of this Children's Room being one such measure.

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Received Their First Gift from “MOMMY HOUSE” Store

Published: 2025-05-31 | Translated from: ikon.mn

As part of its social responsibility, the “MOMMY HOUSE” store prepared and delivered gift packages containing essential products to a total of 150 mothers and newborns being cared for at the National Center for Maternal and Child Health and the Capital’s Urgoo Maternity Hospital, making it possible for these newborns to receive their very first gifts. The “MOMMY HOUSE” store has been operating uninterrupted for over 8 years since 2017, and is one of the major stores that offers a one-stop shop for muslin baby clothing, blankets, linens, leading global brands of maternal and newborn skincare products, and maternity wear for pregnant women. In previous years, on Mother and Child Day and International Children’s Day, the store has organized gift promotions and sales. However, starting this year, they plan to annually gift care packages of imported products, muslin fabric garments that they produce themselves, and other essential items to newly delivered mothers and newborns, and to continually organize this activity and increase the number of gift packages. The store's manager highlighted these plans. Currently, "MOMMY HOUSE" operates with three branch stores, in addition to offering delivery services, and the ability to purchase desired products in installments via the POCKET ZERO and STOREPAY loan apps, always introducing products and services that meet customers' needs, which has earned them public appreciation. Branch 1: In building 116 of Saruul khoroolol, west of Bayanmongol khoroolol (northernmost eastern-facing entrance)
Opening hours: 10am-7pm (Closed on Tuesdays) Branch 2: On the west side of Elbeg Ikh Store in 3rd or 4th khoroolol, on the 2nd floor of PONY SHOP
Opening hours: 11am-8pm (On Sundays: 11am-7pm) (Open every day) Branch 3: From the west side of the Administration Academy in KHUD, head south for 40 meters along the road, 1st floor of building 48
Opening hours: 10am-7pm (Closed on Thursdays) Please visit the store’s social media pages to get acquainted with their products and support their activities.
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If Instagram Stars 'Flex' Too Much, They Might 'Fail'!

Published: 2025-05-31 | Translated from: news.mn

The issue of Prime Minister L. Oyun-Erdene's resignation reportedly began with the Instagram page of a young woman, demonstrating that it is time to discuss the power and responsibility of social media. In today's society, "flexing" or showcasing a luxurious lifestyle and achievements on social media has become a normal phenomenon. However, as we have recently seen, if this is taken too far, it can transcend personal reputation and impact political and social spheres. Currently, whether the Prime Minister of Mongolia, L. Oyun-Erdene, will resign is at the center of public attention. Yet, the root cause of this issue began with photos and videos related to luxury consumption posted by his son's girlfriend on her Instagram page. Although the woman in question is not a public official, her showcased lifestyle sparked suspicions that it was being funded by taxpayers' money, intensifying public criticism. As a result, some influencers and celebrities with significant sway on social media have been compelled to delete content related to their luxury lifestyle or temporarily close their accounts. This demonstrates a new trend concerning responsibility on social platforms. This is not just an individual issue. In fact, it is a clear example of how the way public figures, prominent families, and people in political circles share their lives affects public expectations and trust. People need to be mindful of what money they use, what they consume, and how they live. Sharing one's life is not wrong, but it is necessary to consider what feelings and messages each piece of shared content communicates to society. People especially close to high-ranking public officials and politicians are held to an even higher standard of responsibility. Luxury consumption is not a crime. However, preaching to others or conveying messages disconnected from reality through it can provoke public anger and even destabilize political positions, as we have seen. Therefore, influencers are now being urged to use their platforms wisely, considering who is watching and in what context, before choosing to "flex."

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Environment

SELENGE: Breeding the First Indigenous Sheep Breeds

Published: 2025-05-31 | Translated from: montsame.mn

Since the last century, Selenge province has remained a cornerstone of Mongolia’s economy, known for its crop production, intensive livestock farming, and border trade. For this reason, Selenge has been home to the breeding of the first three sheep breeds adapted to the water, pasture, and climate conditions of Mongolia—namely, the “Orkhon,” “Khangai,” and “Yeruu” breeds. These breeds represent significant intellectual achievements of Mongolian livestock specialists and zootechnicians. Consequently, it is vital to continue breeding them without interruption. In the 1940s, scientists in the animal husbandry sector began intensive efforts to develop scientifically based livestock breeds and sought to breed highly productive sheep. This work was carried out in the fertile valleys of Selenge. A notable example is the "Orkhon" sheep breed, recognized as an exemplary breed about 60 years ago in Orkhon soum of Selenge aimag. At the time, the market demand for this sheep breed was driven by the Orkhon state farm's operations. Following the "Orkhon" breed, similar breeds such as “Khangai” and “Yeruu” sheep were developed. These breeds were created based on the state farms in Yeruu and Enkhtal and became valuable, innovative, distinguished breeds of their era. The core herds of these fine and semi-fine wool sheep breeds emerged around the same time, contributing significantly to the country’s light industry and economy by supporting rural development at a high level. Orkhon soum in Selenge aimag is well known for breeding the indigenous "Orkhon" sheep, the country’s first registered fine-wool breed, which was officially recognized in 1961 as Mongolia’s first domestic breed. Currently, the Orkhon sheep, considered the local brand of Orkhon soum, number over 5,000 in 17 settlements. Since 2005, efforts have been made to preserve the pure breed of Orkhon sheep through artificial insemination in autumn, focusing on maintaining the breed line rather than crossbreeding.

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Zavkhan: 20 Percent of Herding Households to Participate in Semi-Annual Livestock Census

Published: 2025-05-31 | Translated from: montsame.mn

In Uliastai, more than 2,700 households across Zavkhan aimag will participate in the semi-annual livestock census in 2025. According to Article 7 of the "Law on Statistics" of Mongolia and the Law on Indexed Livestock Insurance, the semi-annual livestock census will be conducted nationwide through a sample survey method from June 4 to June 10. The survey will include 20 percent of all households with livestock and relevant business entities. The census commission, established by order A/186 of the Zavkhan aimag governor dated May 26, convened to approve the census plan and discuss pertinent issues. From those who participated in the end-of-year livestock census, a 20 percent sample—specifically 2,758 households and business entities—will be selected in Zavkhan aimag for this survey. The purpose of the semi-annual livestock census is to determine the livestock population for the first half of the year, and to monitor animal losses and births. The survey also collects necessary data for providing compensation to herders. The Zavkhan aimag Statistics Department has requested that selected herder households accurately report their livestock and actively participate in the survey.

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Hovd: The Water Levels of the Bulgan, Bodonch, and Uench Rivers Have Risen

Published: 2025-05-31 | Translated from: montsame.mn

The Center for Meteorology and Environmental Monitoring of Hovd Province has warned the residents of western aimag soums to be cautious of the risk of flooding. Due to rainfall on the 28th of this month, the water levels of the Bulgan and Bodonch rivers located in the territories of Bulgan, Uench, and Altai soums in the western region have risen by 8-11 cm, leading to flooding. Additionally, the Uench river has exceeded the flood level by 16 cm and is flooding, so households settled along the river and those on holiday or traveling are particularly urged to be cautious of the flood hazards. Furthermore, it is advised not to let young children play near or enter the river and to increase supervision.

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Innovation

The Tourism Training Center Will Serve 850-2600 People Annually

Published: 2025-05-31 | Translated from: unuudur.mn

Within the framework of the intergovernmental agreement between Mongolia and the Republic of Korea, a Tourism Training Center was opened yesterday in the 14th subdistrict of Khan-Uul District, in the Artsat Valley of Bogd Khan Mountain. Going forward, with cooperation from the Ministry of Culture, Sports, Tourism and Youth, the Tourism Professional Association, and other relevant organizations in Mongolia, regular training sessions for those working in tourism and hospitality will be organized at this center in collaboration with international experts. To mark the opening, the subcouncils of the Tourism Professional Association yesterday conducted specialized training sessions for guides, interpreters, drivers, and hotel and restaurant staff. The main feature of this center is that it can combine classroom training with practical experience. The center has the capacity to serve or train 850-2600 people annually and is fully equipped with practical classrooms and necessary equipment for internships and practical work.

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KHOVSGOL: Student B.Delgermurun to Participate in IMC International Mathematics Olympiad

Published: 2025-05-31 | Translated from: montsame.mn

B.Delgermurun, a 9th grade student at Delgermurun School in Khovsgol province, has earned the right to participate in the IMC International Mathematics Olympiad, which will be held in Vietnam this August. Top contenders from five continents will compete in this Olympiad, and 16 students from Mongolia have been selected for the national team. B.Delgermurun began studying mathematics intensively under the guidance of teacher Ch.Bayanbat since the 6th grade and has achieved many successes. For example, in 2024, he participated in the individual category of the IMC International Mathematics Olympiad held in India, where he received a special award, and in the team category, he won a bronze medal. Also, this year, he competed in two categories and won first place at the provincial mathematics competition held in Bayankhongor province. Additionally, in the mathematics subject, he won gold medals in the 2nd and 3rd rounds of the national Olympiad organized in Khovsgol province, and took the bronze medal at the national Olympiad. B.Delgermurun stated that he aims to deepen his mathematical studies in the future and become a mathematics teacher.

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Health

Psychiatric Center Doctors Fined 7 Million, Given Suspended Sentence for Illegally Selling Narcotics and Psychotropic Drugs

Published: 2025-05-31 | Translated from: isee.mn

Recently, the age of individuals using drugs and narcotic medicines has been decreasing, and the number of people implicated in such crimes has been increasing. In a recent case, doctors became involved in these crimes, and their case was brought to trial. Specifically, doctors at the National Center for Mental Health were found by the police to have illegally sold narcotic, sedative, and psychotropic drugs, and an investigation was conducted last year. The case was subsequently transferred to the court. The court ruled on the case and fined two named doctors from the Mental Health Center 7 million MNT each and gave them a 2-year suspended sentence for selling narcotic, sedative, and psychotropic substances illegally. Additionally, it should be noted that the decreasing age of people using drugs and narcotic medicines, and the increasing link between citizens and such crimes, has now become an issue of national security. That is why officials have indicated that amendments to existing legislation and stricter penalties for such crimes are being considered, and that work on drafting legal proposals is underway. As of the first five months of this year, legal authorities have investigated 149 offenses related to drug and narcotic medicine intoxication, have arrested 69 people, issued fines to 40 individuals, and included 12 minors in educational programs. Furthermore, as of today, out of 149 people serving sentences in prisons for crimes related to narcotic and psychotropic substances, 134 are men and 15 are women.

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SELENGE: Professional Rescuer-Swimmers and Divers Receive Certification

Published: 2025-05-31 | Translated from: montsame.mn

Certificates were awarded to officers who successfully met the requirements for the initial or Level IV qualification standard for "Professional Rescuer-Swimmer and Diver" of the emergency management organization. The National Emergency Management Agency organized this at the Selenge Province Emergency Department, its affiliated "Gun Lake Training Center," and the Swimming Sports Training Center under the province's Physical Culture and Sports Department. Officers were given the "Rescuer-Swimmer and Diver Professional Certificate," the "Diver's Personal Logbook," and the "Diver's Health Logbook." In total, 52 officers from central and local emergency institutions participated in the training, acquiring skills in frogstroke swimming, breaststroke, transporting victims, performing a 25-meter underwater swim to retrieve objects, and retrieving objects from a depth of 5 meters.

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Mother Sentenced to Two Years in Prison for the Death of Her One-Year-Old Daughter Due to Hypothermia at Home

Published: 2025-05-31 | Translated from: isee.mn

A tragic incident occurred in January last year in which a one-year and four-month-old child froze to death at home. The case has now been judged in court, and the child's mother has been sentenced to imprisonment. Specifically, the prosecutor filed a charge against citizen E.Kh. for the crime of "failing to fulfill her duty to care for her child, resulting in the child's death," and transferred the case to court. The court examined the case and, based on the evidence, found that on January 2024, early in the winter, E.Kh., after consuming alcoholic beverages, failed to heat the home and to prepare warm food or drinks for her children. As a result, the one-year and four-month-old G.G. died of hypothermia. Therefore, E.Kh. was sentenced to two years in prison under Article 16.11, section 3 of the Criminal Code. The reasoning of the court was that, according to Article 17.1.1 of the Constitution of Mongolia, "A citizen of Mongolia... has the official duty to raise and bring up their children," Article 26.2.1 of the Family Law stipulates to "raise children to be healthy and to nurture their intellectual development," Article 5.2 of the Law on the Protection of Children's Rights guarantees the right of children to "grow up healthy and live in a safe environment," Article 5.3 states that "children have the right to live with their parents and receive their care and attention," and Article 10.1.3 of the same law requires parents to "prevent and protect children from risk factors that may negatively impact children's development and health." The court found that E.Kh., as a mother, failed to fulfill her legally mandated duty to care for her child, resulting in the death of a young child.

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World No Tobacco Day Marked Today

Published: 2025-05-31 | Translated from: montsame.mn

Every year, this day is celebrated as World No Tobacco Day. In 1988, the 32nd World Health Assembly declared May 31 as "World No Tobacco Day" in order to protect future generations from the environmental and economic harm and disaster caused by tobacco use and tobacco smoke. Every year it is commemorated with a specific theme. This year's theme is "Let's Reveal the Truth About Tobacco for a Tobacco-free Generation!" Various activities aimed at raising awareness among youth and young adults about the harms of tobacco are being organized. Tobacco use has reached pandemic levels globally, with more than eight million people losing their lives annually due to smoking; of these, 1.2 million deaths are caused by secondhand smoke. The majority of these cases are among people aged 30-69 in developing countries. In Mongolia, research indicates that 27.1 percent of the population smokes. Of these, 96.8 percent smoke daily. Furthermore, one in every two men and one in every 20 women smokes. Additionally, 61 percent of adolescents have tried smoking. The fact that this number increases every year is a matter of concern for experts. Health authorities emphasize that smoking is the main cause of preventable non-communicable diseases, which are the leading causes of death in Mongolia and worldwide. These include cardiovascular diseases, cancer, chronic respiratory illnesses, and diabetes.

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KHOVD: Over 600 Newborns This Year

Published: 2025-05-31 | Translated from: montsame.mn

There are 35,445 children under the age of 17 in Khovd province. Of these, 18,165 are boys and 17,280 are girls. In 2024, a total of 1,868 children were born in this province, and as of May 27, 2025, 656 children have been newly born. The most common children's names are Amin-Erdene, Enkhjin, Nomin-Erdene, Temuulen, Tögöldör, and Khangai. Mongolia has celebrated Children's Rights Protection Day since 1952. In 1995 it was named Mother and Child Day, and since 2003, it has been named Children's Day and is marked as a public holiday.

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Sports

Opening of the "Every Child is a Winner - Every Child is a Protector" Marathon

Published: 2025-05-31 | Translated from: isee.mn

The National Human Rights Commission has initiated the "Every Child is a Winner – Every Child is a Protector" marathon starting from 2024. This event aims to stop bullying and discrimination among peers, raise awareness about its harms and negative consequences, and provide understanding and knowledge to prevent violations of children's rights. Over 8,000 children aged 6 to 17 have registered for this marathon, which will be run in seven age categories at the National Park's "Police" plaza. The marathon's opening was attended by D. Sunjid, the Chairperson of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), Commission member J. Khunan, Mr. B. Bayarsaikhan, Director General of the Department for Child and Family Development and Protection, John Hoon Su, Country Representative of the international NGO Good Neighbors in Mongolia, as well as representatives from the General Police Department, the Capital City Emergency Division, the Capital City Health Department, and Child.mn's Executive Director A. Uyanga. In his opening remarks, D. Sunjid, Chairperson of the NHRC, said, "The Children's Marathon is not just about physical activity and running. It symbolizes unity, compassion, acceptance of others' differences, and the fight for a bully-free environment. While around 600 children participated last year, this year 8,200 children have registered, with many more expressing their wish to join. This is something to be proud of." He also addressed the children, stating that the responsibility of adults is to listen to children's voices and create a safe environment for them. "Your participation constitutes real support and marks a big step in starting new attitudes. I wish you all success and urge you to help build a society free from bullying, full of understanding and compassion." B. Bayarsaikhan, Director General of the Department for Child and Family Development and Protection, highlighted the importance of getting children, who are their parents' dearest treasures and Mongolia's valuable wealth, interested in physical education and sports, developing them through sport, and reducing their online activity through such events. He wished success to all the children as well as parents and guardians who took time for their children. John Hoon Su, Country Representative of Good Neighbors International NGO in Mongolia, emphasized that every child gathered here is a creator and a winner of a safe, powerful future, and expressed gratitude to all the organizations co-organizing the marathon. The Authority for Persons with Disabilities, International Children's Naidamdal Complex, Chuluunkhoroot School in Dornod Province, World Vision, Good Neighbors NGO, Mongolian Lawyers Association, Ujin Center, Mongolian Horse Trainers Association, Mig Insurance, and Mongol Insurance are among the organizations collaborating on this event.

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1,500 Athletes from 21 Provinces and 9 Districts Participate in the National Tee-ball Championship

Published: 2025-05-31 | Translated from: news.mn

The opening ceremony of the National Tee-ball Championship took place on the green field of the University of Internal Affairs. Although tee-ball is a relatively new sport in Mongolia, it has become popular among children and students. Speaking about this sport, which is considered the basis of baseball, the Chairman of the Capital City Council, A. Bayar, said, "Three years ago, there were no tee-ball athletes, coaches, fields, equipment, associations, or clubs in Mongolia. In a short time, more than 1,500 athletes are now training in about 60 clubs across 21 provinces and the nine districts of the capital. Tee-ball is a unique sport because it encourages children to support each other, everyone’s participation is necessary for success, and you can play anywhere. Its rules are well-suited for raising good Mongolian children, so personally, I am a fan of the sport. Our athletes have even won bronze medals at the Asian Tee-ball Championship within this short period. I thank the parents, teachers, and coaches who support their children in participating in the sport. With your support, I have no doubt that Mongolia will soon have world champion athletes in baseball and tee-ball." Now in its third year, the National Tee-ball Championship will continue at the National Park football field, the National Defense University field, the University of Internal Affairs field, and the 15th sub-district football field of Bayanzurkh District. Attending the opening ceremony were Members of Parliament and the Minister of Education P. Naranbayar, MPs Kh. Gankhuyag and E. Bat-Amgalan, Deputy Chief of Staff of the President’s Office B. Enkh-Amgalan, President of the Mongolian National Tee-ball Association and Capital City Council Representative B. Semjidmaa, Vice President of the Asian Tee-ball Association Mr. Kawauchi Shiro, Chair of the Board of the Asian Tee-ball Association and representative of China's Tee-ball Association Ms. Chen Zhaoli, Chairman of the Board of the Mongolian National Tee-ball Association M. Sugarsuren, Head of Tokushima Prefecture Anan City’s Tee-ball Association Mr. Tachibana Keiji, Member of the Board of Directors of the Japan Tee-ball Association Mr. Okahisa Toru, Japanese Cultural Ambassador Mr. Miki Yasuhiro, as well as leaders and representatives from the capital and the nine districts.

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N. Zorigtmonkh's brown-gray horse wins the Dalanzadgad Central Region Horse Race in the Khazalaan Age Category

Published: 2025-05-31 | Translated from: isee.mn

Dalanzadgad soum's "City Week" event is being organized from May 28 to June 4. As part of City Week, the "Dalanzadgad Speed" Central Regional Fast Horse Racing was held in three age categories, with more than 200 fast horses from 24 soums in seven aimags competing. In the Khazalaan (3-year-old) category, 28 horses raced, with the first place going to the brown-gray horse of N. Zorigtmonkh from Undurshil soum, Dundgovi aimag. Second place went to the moon-gray horse of E. Sandagdorj from Khuld soum, Dundgovi aimag. Third was the gray horse of O. Naranbayar from Saikhan-Ovoo soum, Dundgovi aimag. Fourth was the golden-colored horse of trainer T. Battulga from Tsogttsetsii soum, Umnugovi aimag. Fifth place was taken by the light-gray horse of Ts. Unur-Erdene from Dalanzadgad soum, Umnugovi aimag. In the classic Shudlen (2-year-old) category, 38 fast horses competed. The winner was the moon-bay horse of trainer A. Uilstogoldor from Tsogttsetsii soum, Umnugovi aimag. The runner-up was the black foal of the same soum, trained by A. Khuvitogoldor. Third place went to the brown-gray foal of trainer E. Sandagsuren from Khuld soum, Dundgovi aimag. Fourth was the brown foal of U. Munkhjargal from Khurmen soum, Umnugovi aimag, and fifth place went to the gray foal of E. Khuchitbaatar, delighting the gathered spectators.

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Mongolian Mas-Wrestling Athletes Begin Training in Sakha

Published: 2025-05-31 | Translated from: unuudur.mn

In the city of Amga in the Republic of Sakha, our national mas-wrestling athletes have started their training under the guidance of the double world champion from Russia, Anatoly Baishyev. His daughter, world champion Tatyana Baishyeva, and his son, Yegor Baishyev, are working as assistant coaches and training facilitators. In other news related to this sport, Innonkenty Grigoriev Yurievich, First Vice President of the International Mas-Wrestling Sports Federation, reviewed the facilities at the “Ara Complex” in Arkhangai Province, where the upcoming World Championship will be organized in July. He also visited the “Mongol Nomadic” complex located in Tuv Province’s Argalant soum, which will serve to welcome guests and participants of the competition as well as provide accommodation and host the athletes' village. During the meeting, leaders and officials of Arkhangai Province expressed their commitment to fully cooperate in organizing this major event at a high level on home soil.

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Arts

Japanese Ceramic and Painted Panels Installed as Permanent Exhibition

Published: 2025-05-31 | Translated from: montsame.mn

Japanese artists' ceramic and painted panels have been installed as a permanent exhibition at the "Chinggis Khaan" National Museum. These works were unveiled during the opening of the exhibition "Precious Link of Friendly Artistic Relations," which symbolizes the friendship and cooperation between the people of Mongolia and Japan. Ceramic panels are an ancient art form that originated near the shores of the Mediterranean Sea. The oldest known panels have been discovered among the ruins of a temple in the city of Uruk, Mesopotamia, dating back to about 3500 BC. For the people of that era, these items were highly valuable, as evidenced by their use as artificial gemstones to decorate important structures including temples. Later on, this form of art spread to ancient civilizations such as Egypt, Greece, and Rome, where its aesthetic and artistic value grew richer and more developed. In modern times, ceramic panel art has become widespread across the world, especially in Europe, with artists turning ceramic and porcelain products into generational brands and continuing to increase their value.

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