May 16, 2025 75 min read Daily News Summaries

Mongolia News Summary for May 16, 2025

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Citizens’ Protest Demanding Resignation of Prime Minister L. Oyun-Erdene to Begin Today at 14:00

Published: 2025-05-15 | Translated from: isee.mn

The luxurious lifestyle of Prime Minister L. Oyun-Erdene's son, O. Temuulen, has drawn public attention and widespread criticism across society. Allegations have surfaced online suggesting that O. Temuulen has given his girlfriend, U. Uguumur, expensive gifts such as a Lexus RX car, Chanel and other luxury brand bags, clothing, and a diamond ring. In response, some citizens have called for Prime Minister L. Oyun-Erdene to resign and also demanded an explanation regarding his son's extravagant lifestyle. Yesterday, citizens gathered in Sukhbaatar Square to voice their opinions. Today, the aforementioned protest will begin at 14:00 in Sukhbaatar Square. Protesters are carrying slogans such as "Resigning is easy."

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The 2026 Development Plan of Mongolia is Being Discussed

Published: 2025-05-15 | Translated from: ikon.mn

A regular session of the Parliament's spring session is being held at the State Palace. Today's session will discuss the following matters. These include: - Draft resolution of the State Great Khural on "Approval of Mongolia's Development Plan for 2026" - The 4th conclusion of the Constitutional Court of Mongolia for 2025 Live stream: https://www.facebook.com/100064382633728/videos/613007651791576 Note:
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The Government Will Hold an Extraordinary Meeting Tomorrow

Published: 2025-05-15 | Translated from: news.mn

The regular meeting of the government is held every Wednesday. This week, the official opening of the Gashuunsukhait–Gantsmod border crossing railway construction project was held, and since members of the government participated in this event, the regular meeting was postponed. Now, the government has decided to hold an extraordinary meeting tomorrow, May 16th. At the regular meeting held on May 7th, 2025, the government discussed and resolved the following matters. Based on suggestions from the meeting of the National Council for Children, the government made several decisions. The National Council for Children, chaired by Prime Minister L. Oyun-Erdene, met with its new composition on May 6th, 2025. L. Enkh-Amgalan, Minister of Family, Labor, and Social Protection and Deputy Chair of the National Council for Children, presented the decisions from the meeting to the members of the government today. Following the presentation, the following were instructed: - To improve the spending and management of the Children's Fund and prepare proposals to increase its resources, to be decided at the next meeting; - Since the government of Mongolia declared 2026 as the "Year of Supporting Education," to develop comprehensive policies regarding child development and protection, and to gradually implement the construction of children's camps operating in all seasons, tailored to the specifics of regions and localities; - To clearly define the correct participation and cooperation mechanisms of child participation organizations, and to work together; - To present proposals at the next meeting concerning the causes and circumstances of violence against children and sexual crimes, and actions to stop and address them; - To develop and present a draft law on supporting families; - To ensure children's rights, provide rapid child protection services, and fully supply local institutions for child and family development with vehicles from the state and local budgets in 2025 and 2026; - To pay special attention to children's health from pregnancy, to establish early detection systems for preschool and schoolchildren, to ensure health and safety in preschools and schools, and to intensify ongoing work in this area. Relevant officials were instructed to carry out these tasks accordingly.

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Sh. Oyuun-Erdene: If you submit it at the last minute and insist that it must be approved, what’s the point of the Parliament and passing laws?

Published: 2025-05-15 | Translated from: isee.mn

At yesterday’s meeting of the Standing Committee on State Structure of the State Great Khural (Parliament), proposed amendments to the Law on Legal Status of Cities and Towns (revised version) and other accompanying drafts were discussed. During the session, Members of Parliament (MPs) asked questions and received answers in relation to the issues being discussed. MP Sh. Oyuun-Erdene said:
First, I want to ask two things related to the concept. This is the second time a proposal is being submitted to the Parliament at the very last minute with the argument that it absolutely must be approved. Previously, the Law on Political Parties was also submitted and passed in this way. And now, just 14 days before implementation, there are arguments that we cannot enforce the law. This should not be the case. If so, what is the point of having the Parliament issuing resolutions and passing laws at all? Or, you should state your timelines clearly from the start. Second, administrative and territorial units are, essentially, part of the Government’s structural organization, aren’t they? It is stated as a justification that the government cannot reach an agreement or has ambiguity with local administrations. What exactly does this mean? Also, it is mentioned that if this is postponed, it will ensure harmony with Parliament’s Resolution 72. If it was not harmonious before, why is it being submitted now, within 14 days? Thirdly, in your recent explanation, it was said that you cannot determine boundaries, limits, and so on. Are we drawing the country’s borders here? We are not renegotiating border points with neighboring countries. This is an issue about Mongolia, as a fully sovereign nation, organizing its own local administrative structure. Doesn’t the government discuss its work with local administrations? Did we become a federal state? MP R. Erdeneburen: I accept the criticism. But time is indeed critical. Many places have different opinions. We have generally decided to set the boundaries of our land units according to the master plan. However, eight areas do not have a master plan at all. We must urgently complete these master plans in a short time. After the law was passed, the election time approached, which led to delays due to the elections. Now, I believe we will work more actively.

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After Z. Dashdavaa's Term Extension, Three Anti-Corruption Agency Commissioners Appointed as Directors at "Erdenes Tavantolgoi"

Published: 2025-05-15 | Translated from: isee.mn

Prime Minister L. Oyun-Erdene has recommended the reappointment of Z. Dashdavaa as the head of the Anti-Corruption Agency (ACA). Shortly after this decision, three commissioners from the ACA who were investigating the "Coal" case were appointed as department directors at "Erdenes Tavantolgoi" JSC. Specifically, E. Batbayar was appointed as the head of the Administration and Management Department, S. Gansukh as the director of the Mine Sector, T. Khatantömör as the head of the Internal Audit Department, and N. Atartsetseg as the director of the Human Resources Department.

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More than 37,000 Citizens Sign Petition to Remove Prime Minister L. Oyun-Erdene from Office

Published: 2025-05-15 | Translated from: isee.mn

Citizen G. Dorjtuvden has initiated a petition for the removal of the Prime Minister, creating a petition on the website https://www.uih.mn/. As of now, 37,500 citizens have signed the petition supporting the removal of Prime Minister L. Oyun-Erdene. The petition states: "According to Article 43 of the Constitution of Mongolia, 'If at least one-fourth of the members of the State Great Khural (Parliament) officially propose the removal of the Prime Minister, the Parliament will begin discussing the matter within three days and must reach a decision within ten days. If a majority of all members support the proposal, the Parliament is considered to have adopted a resolution for the removal of the Prime Minister and must appoint a new Prime Minister within thirty days.' Based on this, we are submitting a petition to the Parliament to remove Prime Minister L. Oyun-Erdene. The reasons for initiating Prime Minister L. Oyun-Erdene's removal include: - The government of L. Oyun-Erdene has failed to fulfill its promise to run a responsible, fair, and democratic administration. Citizens' livelihoods have deteriorated, and there is now a real situation where the fundamental principles of human rights have not been respected. - The demand for the removal of the Prime Minister is seen as justified by the need to protect the public interest. Grounds for removing Prime Minister L. Oyun-Erdene: - Failure to effectively combat inflation and rising prices. Over the past years, prices of everyday goods have continuously increased. For instance, prices of fuel, meat, flour, milk, and other essential food products have steadily risen from 2023 to 2025. - Unemployment and poverty have not decreased. Despite the government's promises under the "New Revival Policy" to grow the economy, especially in rural areas and among middle-income households, incomes have not increased. According to studies by the United Nations and the National Statistics Office, the poverty rate remains at around 27%. - Although a historically high budget was approved, budget spending remains non-transparent. The 2025 state budget reached 29.6 trillion MNT, a 30% increase from the previous year, yet its expenditures are not transparent. Although the government is required by law to report to Parliament, the reports provided to the public and parliament lack clarity, and the Prime Minister does not fully answer members' questions. Furthermore, the coalition government has not reduced taxes as promised during the 2024 parliamentary election. - The formation of a coalition government has weakened the role of the opposition. A coalition government has undermined parliamentary oversight, distorted citizens' choices, and disrupted the checks and balances of Parliament. - Downgrade to the "Electoral Autocracy" category in the Democracy Index. According to the "DEMOCRACY REPORT 2025," as of 2024, 45 countries have moved towards autocratic regimes, including Mongolia. According to V-Dem, countries in this category no longer meet the fundamental requirements of "electoral democracy." - Press freedom has been restricted. There has been the organized spread of deliberate disinformation aimed at dividing the public. News outlets have systematically broadcast similar, government-praising content. As of 2024, two journalists have been detained, and people such as "Noorog Media" expressing their opinions have repeatedly been called in for questioning, harassed, or intimidated by law enforcement. As a result, press freedom in Mongolia has been restricted. - The Prime Minister's inappropriate behavior towards Member of Parliament J. Bayarmaa was widely criticized as a serious violation of women's rights and parliamentary standards. - The source of Prime Minister L. Oyun-Erdene's son O. Temuulen's luxury spending is unclear. The usage patterns of the Prime Minister's son and his girlfriend do not match any official income, which is seen as a sufficient reason for the removal of the Prime Minister."

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Parliament's Plenary Session Has Commenced

Published: 2025-05-15 | Translated from: news.mn

The plenary session of the State Great Khural (Parliament) of Mongolia has begun. During this session, the Parliament will conduct the second reading of the Government's submitted resolution on approving Mongolia's Development Plan for 2026. The introduction is being presented by First Deputy Prime Minister L. Gantomor. He noted that Mongolia’s main export product, coal, saw its price fall by about 40% in the first quarter of 2025 compared to the same period last year, resulting in total export earnings declining by 17% year-on-year. Due to the fall in commodity prices, total revenues in the consolidated budget for the first quarter of 2025 are expected to be 16% less than the same period last year. This situation is expected to persist through 2025 and 2026. However, by improving the investment and business environment and implementing major projects included in the Government's 2024-2028 action program, as approved by Parliament, in an optimal and phased manner, the aim is to maintain economic growth above 6%. For 2026, the government plans to intensify vital sectoral reforms and 14 mega development projects of high priority, ensuring stable macroeconomic growth, reducing poverty by decreasing state participation in business activities, and implementing economic freedom reforms. Within the framework of fiscal expenditure reform, they plan to reduce operating costs of the budget, keeping it from exceeding 24% of GDP, conduct process reengineering, and reinforce state services with a simple, human-centered, and efficient approach. Within public service reforms, reforms will be implemented to eliminate redundancies among public service functions, and, apart from teachers and doctors, the number of civil servants will be reduced by 9%, strengthening a capable, lean, and productivity-based civil service. Based on a comprehensive analysis of organizational functions, some will be transferred to the private sector to improve public sector productivity and increase transparency and efficiency in government procurement by using artificial intelligence. As part of the national wealth fund and state-owned enterprise (SOE) governance reform, SOE reforms will be intensified, costs reduced by 15%, SOE productivity increased by 30%, and management of state assets improved. Utilization of movable and immovable properties will be increased to enhance efficiency, returns, and profitability. To boost the National Wealth Fund, comprehensive measures will be implemented to increase geological exploration and mining levels and bring strategic deposits into economic circulation. These measures are included in the draft development plan for the coming year. Within the framework of regional development policy priorities, by implementing the objectives and measures reflected in the plan, the number of households in rural engineered infrastructure housing will be increased to 5,683, and the local development index is expected to reach 0.569. Under human development policy priorities, the plan aims to reduce poverty and inequality, and develop knowledgeable and healthy Mongolian citizens. By implementing the objectives and measures in this sector, the labor force participation rate is projected to reach 63.0%, the country's PISA international education ranking will improve to 52nd place, and the poverty rate could decrease by 5%, according to the Deputy Prime Minister. Under the economic policy priority, in accordance with the “human-centered” development vision, it is planned to implement business environment reforms and establish a free economy. As a result, economic growth is projected at 6.0%, inflation at 7.0%, and the number of inbound tourists to reach 1.6 million. In the governance policy priority of upholding human rights, artificial intelligence will be introduced at all levels of government to establish people-centered public services. By implementing the objectives and measures in this area, Mongolia’s indicators are expected to reach 103rd place in the World Bank’s governance index, 112th in the corruption index, 57th in the judiciary index, and 77th in justice evaluation. By successfully implementing these four main policy priorities, economic growth in 2026 is forecasted to be maintained at 6.0%, the per capita GDP is expected to reach $8,090, and the poverty rate will decrease by 5%.

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Ch. LodoySambuu: If this were not a democratic country, the government would even show a tendency to use guns and weapons against protesting youth

Published: 2025-05-15 | Translated from: isee.mn

Prime Minister L. Oyun-Erdene is being criticized and protested by the public with the slogan "Prove your income, resign." Regarding this issue, we sought clarification from Member of Parliament Ch. LodoySambuu about the Prime Minister's situation. Member of Parliament Ch. LodoySambuu: Rather than just this current issue, all of his issues have been put forth in recent years. This past February, I presented five grounds and called for the Prime Minister's resignation. Within the scope of my rights as a Member of Parliament, I have taken all possible actions. I have also faced plenty of responses to these actions. I observe and notice the matters circulating in the online space. Looking at the responses, there is no "concrete explanation." This is not just an issue about children or clothing. I will participate in the protest. There is slander going on connected to Ulmaa from the Noorog site at a level below basic human decency. We cannot just sit by and watch as we humiliate and hang one another. I, having also been humiliated, must express "We will not be bullied." Otherwise, people risk being considered not as humans but as tools for elections. The media is being controlled in both soft and hard ways. The Book Festival was scheduled on Chinggis Square from May 16 to 18. Today, it is hurriedly being started for a special reason. This attitude to silence anyone expressing opinions and criticizing the government demonstrates that if Mongolia were a closed country, the government would be ready to point guns and weapons at, and deploy tanks against, its people. Fortunately, as an open, democratic country, that is not the case. But now, people are being made to turn against one another.

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The MPP, which wins by having ballots filled completely, is persuading the DP: "Let's not accept the Constitutional Court's conclusion. It's beneficial for both our parties"

Published: 2025-05-15 | Translated from: isee.mn

Article 72.1 of the Law on Parliamentary Elections, passed by the State Great Khural, was deemed unconstitutional by the Constitutional Court. This clause states: "A ballot on which the number of selected candidates exceeds or falls short of the number of mandates allocated for the district, or where more than one party or coalition has been selected in the party or coalition section, shall be considered invalid." In addition, Article 71.10 of the same law provides: "If a voter does not vote for any candidate, party, or coalition, it shall be considered as a 'no support' vote. This voter shall be included in the total number of voters who cast ballots, and in such case, the ballot is considered valid." However, the Constitutional Court found that this provision violates citizens' rights to elect and be elected. Specifically, for the 2024 parliamentary elections, the Sukhbaatar and Chingeltei constituencies had 10 mandates each. According to sections 72.1 and 71.10 of the current law, voters must select all 10 candidates. If a voter does not like one candidate or chooses only nine, the vote is counted as invalid. - "The Constitutional Court's conclusion should not be accepted. This provision is beneficial to both our parties," MPP members are persuading - The above conclusion of the Constitutional Court was discussed in Parliament last week, and at the meeting of the Standing Committee on State Structure, it was decided that "it cannot be accepted." During the parliamentary session, when it came time to vote, Speaker D. Amarbaysgalan said, "It would be risky if we do not decide this issue after open discussions with researchers and all parties based on research," and postponed the vote. The Constitutional Court's conclusion is not included in this week's agenda. While this issue is being delayed, it is interesting what agreements, discussions are taking place among the parties with seats in Parliament. The Democratic Party's group in Parliament seems to support accepting the Constitutional Court's conclusion. On the other hand, the MPP has unified its position to reject it, confirming this in the Standing Committee meeting. According to the Democratic Party's group, "The MPP nominates many candidates in large constituencies and wins elections by ensuring voters fill out the ballots completely. Having tasted success with this method, they believe it is right to accept the Constitutional Court's conclusion." On the other hand, MPP members have recently been meeting with Democratic Party members and persuading them, saying: "Let’s not accept the Constitutional Court's conclusion. It will benefit both the MPP and the DP." It appears that wider discussions on this topic are likely. Read the Constitutional Court's conclusion HERE.

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N. Nomtoibayar: I see a situation where the Prime Minister himself will bring the impeachment issue to Parliament

Published: 2025-05-15 | Translated from: ikon.mn

We asked Member of Parliament and National Coalition leader N. Nomtoibayar about his position regarding the demands of the citizens protesting at Sukhbaatar Square. He said, "Any public official must accurately declare their assets and income. If they provide false information, the law deals with it. Therefore, this is a legitimate demand. This requirement can be demanded not just of the Prime Minister but of anyone. As a father and as an authorized official, the Prime Minister L. Oyun-Erdene must return to Mongolia and express his stance. The issue of dismissal is being discussed very actively. Any country can experience such a situation. As set out in the Constitution, the solution is that the question of whether or not to express confidence in the Prime Minister's resignation is submitted to the Great Khural (Parliament) by the Prime Minister himself. Our Constitution contains such regulations as well. If it were up to me, I would bring this issue forward immediately. This is the solution I foresee. Young people who follow political parties and party-influenced officials have distanced themselves in terms of wealth, power, and position from ordinary youth. This messy system needs to be broken. The way to do that is the economy. The civil service should be privatized," he said. Note: Media organizations (Television, Radio, Social media, and Websites) are prohibited from taking and using our information in any form, fully or partially, and may only do so by agreement and citing the source (ikon.mn).

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Published: 2025-05-15 | Translated from: isee.mn

Prime Minister L. Oyun-Erdene is being criticized and called to "prove his income, resign" by the public, and protests are being held. We spoke with Member of Parliament A. Ariunzaya regarding the Prime Minister’s issue. Member of Parliament A. Ariunzaya said: Since I am not the chairman of a standing committee, I do not know how many petitions or complaints have been received here. If a complaint is received, then according to procedure, the chairman of the standing committee will decide whether to set up a working group, who will lead it, and then the issue will be discussed. If it is determined that there is an ethical violation, within the scope of the Parliamentary Ethics and Discipline Standing Committee, there are three possible measures that can be taken. First, an official warning can be issued, second, an apology can be requested, and third, up to six months of salary can be deducted. According to the ethics code, a member of parliament or a high-ranking government official cannot use their position to create advantages for their related persons. I am not sure whether this particular issue falls within that. If the adult son has no job or income of his own, it’s possible that he received resources from his parents, became wealthy through cryptocurrency, or received support from relatives. This needs to be proven. It is important to approach every issue consistently. Political attacks often end up targeting the children of politicians, and that is dirty politics. I would also like to address this to MP J. Bayarmaa. This dirty political technology has been ongoing for a long time.

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Economy

Khabarovsk Economic Forum: New Opportunities for Cooperation

Published: 2025-05-15 | Translated from: unuudur.mn

On May 19-20, for the first time, the Russia-China Economic Forum will be held in the city of Khabarovsk in Russia's Far East, with the main theme being cooperation in the joint development of Bolshoy Ussuriysky Island. This 350 km² island, located on the Amur River, has been a territorial dispute between Russia and China since the 1860s. However, only recently, on May 16, 2024, the two countries reached an agreement to jointly develop the island, symbolizing a deepening of their strategic partnership. During this event, discussions will focus on developing the economy of Bolshoy Ussuriysky Island, achievements in bilateral cooperation, and further deepening economic and political partnerships. Most importantly, for Mongolia—a country that borders both Russia and China—participation in this forum presents a significant opportunity to strengthen its position in trilateral economic cooperation. The forum will not only discuss the current state of Russia-China cooperation but is also seen as a springboard for advancing global-scale projects. The relations and cooperation between the two countries are moving beyond traditional economic exchange, representing an increasing tendency toward creating a new strategic alliance and center of power in the evolving international system. Mongolia's role in this is unique. Committed to mutually beneficial relations with both Russia and China, Mongolia is actively working to open up new opportunities for economic, political, and social cooperation. China and Russia are interested in improving cooperation in the transport and energy sectors, and they are considering Mongolia's strategic position. Given the recently resolved territorial dispute, it is certain that cooperation between China and Russia will be a central focus of this forum. In addition, discussions on building new railway lines, developing energy corridors, promoting mining, agriculture, and tourism, attracting investments in these areas, tax incentives, environmental protection, and cultural exchanges all align with Mongolia's interests. By participating in this event and deepening involvement in these projects, Mongolia can ensure the most favorable conditions for itself, and not only be a transit hub, but also declare its role as a fully empowered participant in the most critical economic and political decisions.

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United Airlines' July and August Flights Are Sold Out

Published: 2025-05-15 | Translated from: unuudur.mn

The U.S. airline company United Airlines began operating regular flights from Tokyo to Ulaanbaatar starting from the 1st of this month. Tickets for this route have been in high demand, and according to the Tourism Professionals Association, the airline's flights for July and August are already sold out. Due to the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, the flow of European tourists who used to come to our country via Russia has dwindled in recent years. However, with the start of direct flights between the United States and Mongolia, the number of European and American tourists is expected to rise sharply this summer, according to Ms. B. Dulamsuren, an expert at the aforementioned association. In the first four months of this year, about 160,000 tourists visited Mongolia, of which only 1.3% or a little over 2,000 were American tourists. Experts predict that by the end of the year, this figure will grow to at least 10%. Additionally, United Airlines operates its "Boeing 737-800" aircraft with a total of 166 seats in economy and business class, flying to Mongolia 3-4 times per week. The price of a one-way ticket is about 2 million MNT, while a round-trip ticket costs around 3.9-4.2 million MNT.

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Participating in the International Organization of Securities Commissions Meeting

Published: 2025-05-15 | Translated from: montsame.mn

Deputy Chairman of the Financial Regulatory Commission T. Tserenbadral is participating in the 50th annual report meeting of the International Organization of Securities Commissions (IOSCO). The meeting, held in Doha, Qatar from May 12-15 this year, discusses topics such as the annual operations report, digitalization, cyber security, and market stability, which are challenges facing the capital markets. The participants also discussed how to increase market efficiency, enhance protection for investors, develop capital market infrastructure, promote transparency, and advance topics such as fintech, artificial intelligence, and sustainable development. This international organization aims to improve financial oversight and inspection in the capital markets, expand cooperation among member countries, and deepen the system for mutual information exchange. It has four regional subcommittees. The Financial Regulatory Commission is a member of the Asia-Pacific Regional Committee (APRC) and the Growth and Emerging Markets Committee (GEMC). Deputy Chairman Tserenbadral participated in the discussions on "International Standards for the Stability and Transparency of the Capital Market", "Crypto Asset Ecosystem", and "Directing Private Financing", where he shared experiences and challenges in implementing a roadmap for sustainable finance, discussed the IOSCO's recommendations on the crypto and digital asset markets, how to implement effective regulation, trends in private financing, and associated risks. The International Organization of Securities Commissions unites over 230 organizations from more than 130 countries and defines policy and standards for the capital markets. The Financial Regulatory Commission joined IOSCO as a full member in 2009, and in 2014, joined the Multilateral Memorandum of Understanding.

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Coal Exports Decreased

Published: 2025-05-15 | Translated from: montsame.mn

Our country exported 295.3 thousand tons of coal. Since the start of the year, 25,648.9 thousand tons of coal have been exported, which is 5.9 percent less compared to the same period last year, according to the General Customs Administration. The Bank of Mongolia's year-end report states that coal exports decreased by 229 million USD compared to last year. On the other hand, exports of copper concentrate increased by 693 million USD, iron ore by 153 million USD, unrefined gold by 161 million USD, and fluorspar by 46 million USD. In total, the export of mining products in 2024 rose by 6 percent or 780 million USD compared to last year.

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It is Planned to Maintain 6 Percent Economic Growth Next Year

Published: 2025-05-15 | Translated from: montsame.mn

At today's session of the State Great Khural (Parliament), the first discussion of the draft resolution on the "2026 Development Plan of Mongolia" was held, and it was sent to the standing committees for preparation for the second discussion. By implementing the regional development policy, human development policy, economic policy, and the policy of governance upholding human rights included in the draft national development plan, it is estimated that economic growth will be maintained at 6 percent in 2026, GDP per capita will reach USD 8,090, and the poverty rate will decrease by 5 percent. In the draft annual development plan for next year, under the priority direction of human development policy, measures to reduce poverty and inequality, and to foster an educated and healthy Mongolian population are included. The year 2026 has been declared the "Year to Support Education", aiming to improve the quality and accessibility of education, increase investment, build 108 schools and 95 kindergartens, bring class size to standard levels, implement the "Best Kindergarten and School – Near Home" program, and bridge the quality gap in education between urban and rural areas. Relevant objectives and measures for implementation have been set. Within the priority direction of economic policy, objectives were set to reform the business environment and build a free economy in accordance with the people-centered development vision, and relevant actions have been included in the draft. The fourth priority policy, governance upholding human rights, aims to integrate artificial intelligence at all levels of government and to create people-centered public services, as introduced to the session by Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Economy and Development, L. Gantomor.

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Contracts Signed to Supply Cashmere to Factories

Published: 2025-05-15 | Translated from: montsame.mn

Within the framework of the "White Gold" national campaign initiated by the President of Mongolia, the "E-Cooperative" project is being implemented by the Ministry of Food, Agriculture and Light Industry and the World Bank, financed by the Japanese Government's Social Development Fund. As part of the project, on May 13, activities were organized in Bayankhongor province together with the "Mongolian Wool and Cashmere Association" NGO to foster partnerships between herders, cooperatives, and manufacturers. As a result of these activities, the "Altai Mountains Peak" central cooperative of Most soum in Khovd province signed raw cashmere supply contracts with four factories. Cooperatives such as "Bayalag Sutain Khugjil" from Darvi soum in Khovd province, "Uguuj Bayan Ölziit Gol" from Bumbugur soum in Bayankhongor province, and "Aguit Bayankhangai" from Battsengel soum in Arkhangai province each signed cashmere supply contracts with one factory. Representatives of herders and cooperatives were familiarized with factory operations, including all stages from raw material to finished product. Factories and cooperatives discussed summarizing their cooperation and expanding joint activities going forward. The event was attended by cooperatives from Bumbugur soum of Bayankhongor, Most and Darvi soums of Khovd, Tsenkher and Battsengel soums of Arkhangai, as well as representatives of major cashmere companies such as "Gobi" JSC, "Cashmere Holding" LLC, "Khanbogd Cashmere" LLC, "Uguuj Shim" LLC, "Goyol Cashmere" LLC, and "Khatant International" LLC.

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Gold Price Has Increased Since the Beginning of the Year

Published: 2025-05-15 | Translated from: news.mn

The National Statistics Office has released the export data for last April. During that month, exports decreased by 14.1% compared to the same period last year. As of April this year, Mongolia traded with a total of 135 countries. As a result, the total foreign trade turnover reached 7.8 billion USD. Of this, exports accounted for 4.2 billion USD, imports for 3.6 billion USD, and the trade balance showed a surplus of about 683 million USD. Total trade turnover decreased by 562 million USD compared to the same period last year, with exports falling by 695 million USD, while imports increased by 132 million USD. The main reasons for the 695 million USD drop in exports were decreased exports of coal, crude oil, goat meat, iron ore and concentrates, animal combed hair, and cashmere. Specifically, coal exports fell by 1.2 billion USD, crude oil by 25.5 million USD, sheep and goat meat by 20 million USD, iron ore and concentrates by 13.5 million USD, and animal combed hair and cashmere by 10.5 million USD respectively. On the other hand, copper ore and concentrate exports increased by over 500 million USD, fluorspar ore and concentrate by 32.5 million USD, and zinc ore and concentrate by 31.2 million USD. As of April this year, imports grew by 132 million USD, mainly influenced by the import of automobiles. Specifically, imports of passenger cars increased by 109.5 million USD, while spare parts and components for vehicles rose by 20.4 million USD. In the first four months of 2025, the price of gold rose by 728 USD per ounce and the price of copper ore and concentrate increased by 349 USD per ton compared to the same period last year. Meanwhile, the price of iron ore and concentrate decreased by 8.2 USD per ton, and the price of coal fell by 47.4 USD per ton. In the first four months of 2025, Mongolia exported the most goods to China, Switzerland, Russia, and the United States. Specifically, 47.5% of goods exported to China were coal, 35.5% were copper ore and concentrate, while 99.5% of goods exported to Switzerland were unprocessed or semi-processed gold.

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E. Batshugar: Economic Growth Must Have a Real Impact on Every Citizen's Life

Published: 2025-05-15 | Translated from: news.mn

At the parliamentary session of May 15, 2025, Member of Parliament E. Batshugar expressed the following position: MP E. Batshugar: First, there is an unequal distribution of wealth and income in the economy of Mongolia. While the budget and bread prices are increasing, the income and salaries of citizens are not rising. There is an indicator used by international economists to determine wealth distribution called the Gini coefficient. This indicator stands at 0.39 for Mongolia. Looking at the GDP, it is increasing. Today, the GDP per capita is 6,800 USD, and there are projections to reach 8,000 USD by 2026. GDP is calculated by adding consumption, investment, government spending, and net exports. The reason our GDP is growing is due to net exports, particularly the extraction of copper from the Oyu Tolgoi mine, and the state budget is increasing. So, the question is, how can we turn this statistical growth into real household income for citizens? Second, how can we develop our capital market? The capital market holds a significant position in the structure of any country's economy. In developing countries, the stock exchange market-to-GDP ratio is 45% in Vietnam, 40% in Indonesia, and 33% in Kazakhstan, while in our country it is only 7%. Essentially, a capital market allows citizens with innovative ideas but lacking capital to bring their ideas to the stock exchange, attract investment, develop their business, increase income, and pay taxes into the state budget. Third, our country is experiencing a balance of payments crisis. The easiest and most effective way to overcome this crisis is to increase foreign investment. What policies should we implement to attract foreign investment and increase our current account? Fourth, last year, amendments were made to 109 laws to develop the digital sector. Through the "E-Mongolia" platform, more than 1,200 services are provided electronically to citizens. Similarly, there is an "E-Business" platform for entrepreneurs. These legal changes now allow businesspersons to access services from where they are, without going through numerous steps. Is this service being implemented? As of today, how many services are being provided through the "E-Business" platform? Minister of Economy and Development L. Gantumur: —I agree with MP E. Batshugar. If we do not develop the financial market, the country's economy will not improve. Currently, we have no tools other than savings. Digital development is becoming the most important solution to our problems. We need to integrate the "E-Business" platform with the "E-Mongolia" platform. Foreign investment is the most important factor for economic growth. However, globally, foreign investment is decreasing at all levels. For example, China, which usually attracts hundreds of millions in foreign investment, has only received four billion dollars in investment this year.

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Tugrik Savings Reach 21.9 Trillion Tugrik

Published: 2025-05-15 | Translated from: unuudur.mn

The National Statistics Office will present tomorrow the compiled social and economic indicators for the first four months of this year. From this study, we present information related to banks and finance. The total amount of cash in circulation in our country has reached 1.1 trillion tugrik. This is an increase of 0.6 billion tugrik compared to the same period last year. In addition, tugrik savings at the end of last month reached 21.9 trillion tugrik. This is an increase of 3.3 trillion tugrik compared to 2024. Of the tugrik savings, 19.2 trillion belong to individuals, and 2.8 trillion tugrik belong to businesses and organizations. In addition, foreign currency savings reached 5.2 trillion tugrik, an increase of 874.4 billion. Meanwhile, the total outstanding loans provided to enterprises, organizations, and individuals reached 39.8 trillion tugrik, an increase of 9.9 trillion from the previous year. In other words, although individual savings have increased, the amount of debt has doubled. Of the total loans, 60.1 percent belong to individuals. Of the total amount of mortgages held by individuals, 139.2 billion are classified as requiring attention, and 86 billion tugrik fall under the category of non-performing loans.

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Diplomacy

D.Amarbayasgalan: The Ministry of Foreign Affairs Must Pay Special Attention to Citizens Being Turned Back at the South Korean Border

Published: 2025-05-15 | Translated from: isee.mn

The issue of Mongolian citizens who have obtained South Korean visas being turned back at the border continues to arise. Many see the fact that people who have spent time and money to wait for a visa are then refused entry at the South Korean border as a violation of human rights. Today, the Speaker of Parliament directed the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) to pay special attention to the rights of Mongolian citizens whose rights are being violated at the South Korean border. Specifically, Speaker D.Amarbayasgalan reminded the MoFA that not a single Mongolian citizen's rights should be violated in any country, and thus special attention should be given to the issue of people being turned away at the South Korean border. Foreign Minister B.Battsetseg noted that the issue is being attended to at all levels, and that it was raised during the visit of the Speaker of the National Assembly of South Korea. On the other hand, it has been communicated that some citizens are being turned away at the border due to unclear travel purposes or not knowing their address upon arrival. According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, three citizens have filed complaints about being turned back at the South Korean border this year. The Ministry has repeatedly proposed to discuss this issue with South Korean visa application companies, in addition to informing citizens about the process.

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Prime Minister L. Oyun-Erdene Visits Gantsmod Port in Inner Mongolia, China

Published: 2025-05-15 | Translated from: ikon.mn

Chairman Zou Lei of China Energy Group pays a courtesy call to the Prime Minister. Prime Minister of Mongolia L. Oyun-Erdene visited the Gantsmod port in the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region of the People's Republic of China. During his visit, Chairman Zou Lei of China Energy Group paid him a courtesy call. Prime Minister L. Oyun-Erdene expressed his delight at witnessing the historic event of the establishment of the Gashuunsukhait-Gantsmod border railway connection, emphasizing that this railway is an important step towards increasing mining product, particularly coal, trade between the two countries and ensuring stable supply in the long term. Mongolia and China are celebrating the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations, and as part of this, have agreed to fully resolve projects that had been under discussion between the two governments. Among these, the Gashuunsukhait-Gantsmod border railway connection project, which is ranked number one among the joint government's 14 mega projects, has become a reality, with construction now underway. He emphasized that this is a historic achievement in the relationship and cooperation between the two countries. The parties agreed to collaborate in utilizing Mongolia's Gobi region's renewable energy potential, to train highly qualified professionals in the energy sector in cooperation with China Energy Group, and to introduce new and advanced technologies. Meeting with Representatives of Chinese Coal Import Businesses Prime Minister L. Oyun-Erdene also met with representatives of Chinese coal-purchasing enterprises to discuss challenges in coal trading, legal regulations, and issues that require solutions. He emphasized the importance of resolving these matters in a long-term, stable, and mutually beneficial cooperative manner. He also noted the need to introduce diverse coal sales methodologies to provide equitable and mutually beneficial partnership opportunities for entrepreneurs from both sides. Meeting with Sun Shaocheng, Party Secretary of the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region During his visit to Gantsmod port, Prime Minister L. Oyun-Erdene was received by Sun Shaocheng, Party Secretary of the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region. The parties expressed their satisfaction in witnessing the ongoing construction of the second railway connection between the two countries, following the agreement on railway cooperation signed in 1955 and the connection of Zamiin-Uud and Erenhot ports, highlighting this as a significant event in bilateral relations and cooperation. On this occasion, the parties agreed to further develop long-term and stable coal export and import cooperation, expand cooperation in the minerals sector, and deepen collaboration in renewable energy, environmental protection, combating desertification and sandstorms. They also exchanged views on developing cross-border tourism, particularly establishing a legal environment for vehicle-based travel. The parties agreed to closely cooperate in preparing for and successfully implementing the Mongolia-China Expo-5 event. Notice:
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37 Foreign Citizens Deported

Published: 2025-05-15 | Translated from: montsame.mn

The Immigration Agency, during an inspection carried out last week, deported 37 citizens from seven countries who had violated relevant laws and regulations from Mongolia. This included 19 citizens from China, 12 from Russia, and two from Korea. Additionally, officials highlighted that four citizens from other countries were also deported. These violations included overstaying visas or resident permits, working without the authorization of the competent authorities after entering Mongolia on a tourist visa, and engaging in activities not consistent with the declared purpose of their visit. For example, a South Korean citizen who had overstayed a short-stay visa and illegally resided in Mongolia for 12.7 years was discovered and deported. The majority of those deported were Chinese citizens who used K2-type electronic tourist visas to work, which is a violation. Russian citizens entered Mongolia under a visa-free agreement between the two countries but engaged in religious activities, which differed from the official purpose of their visit. Therefore, fines were imposed on these individuals according to the relevant laws, and depending on the violation, a ban of one to three years from re-entering Mongolia was set. The Immigration Agency has repeatedly advised and warned foreign visitors not to misuse tourist visas and has also cautioned companies and organizations not to employ foreigners illegally without proper authorization. However, these types of violations have not decreased. As a result, the agency announced that inspections would be further strengthened, and strict legal accountability will be enforced on offending foreign individuals, hosts, and organizations.

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Our Country Has Sent 23 Thousand Soldiers to Peacekeeping Missions

Published: 2025-05-15 | Translated from: montsame.mn

Over the past 20 years, our country has sent 23,000 soldiers to UN peacekeeping operations. In order to align with the UN’s strategic direction, it aims to further enhance operational capacity in the future. For instance, in March of this year, a working visit was made to South Sudan, where officials personally reviewed the performance of Mongolian peacekeepers participating in the UNMISS operation and updated 24 necessary pieces of equipment. Minister of Defense S. Byambatsogt stated during a meeting with UN Secretary-General António Guterres that “the participation of female blue helmets on duty has been increased to 15 percent, fulfilling the pledge made at the 2023 meeting.” At this time of complex and challenging world geopolitical situations, Mongolia has expressed through this meeting its commitment to fulfill its obligations to the international community and to jointly overcome the challenges facing the UN. In 2002, our country assigned two colonels to the Democratic Republic of the Congo and one lieutenant general to Western Sahara for its initial peacekeeping tasks. Subsequently, the military team started participating in international humanitarian operations and post-war reconstruction in Iraq in 2003.

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"The South Korean Customs Officials Who Treated Us Unjustly and Violated Human Rights Must Be Held Accountable"

Published: 2025-05-15 | Translated from: unuudur.mn

In recent times, the number of cases in which our citizens are turned back at the South Korean border for no apparent reason has sharply increased. Yesterday, citizens who failed to enter South Korea provided some information about these incidents. Citizen B. Soyol-Erdene stated: "I was planning to visit South Korea with my husband and had my visa interview on February 24th. Twenty days later, I was granted a visa. On the evening of May 12th around 10:00 PM, we landed at Incheon International Airport, and I passed through immigration. Even though all our documents and other requirements were prepared, my husband was not allowed to pass the border. After I had passed, I was called back and brought into the immigration inspection room, where a series of events unfolded. Along with me, eight other citizens who had been on the same flight were taken into this room. We spent more than three hours in a very unclear situation, without any interpreter. Eventually, we were placed in a detention area. During this time, the customs officers forcefully took my phone without permission. They even printed a message I sent to a friend months ago and accused me of attempting to overstay in the country. When I objected, they threw a sheet of paper at me, demanding my signature. I wanted to get my phone back, but instead, they interrogated me for about 20 minutes, asking me many questions. I answered all of them and provided the necessary information. They even counted the money in my bag and checked my bank accounts. Despite this, they never explained why I was being sent back. After stamping my passport for exit, they sent me back without stamping the proper exit seal. They seated me at the very back of the plane and withheld my passport. There were many violations of my rights, so we are now sending an official request to the Embassy of Mongolia in South Korea, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and the National Human Rights Commission. Specifically, we demand that the relevant ministries urgently investigate this issue and send an official statement to the South Korean side. Also, the surveillance camera recordings from 00:15 to 01:30 on the 12th of this month must be reviewed. The South Korean customs officers who treated us unfairly and violated our human rights must be held accountable. Furthermore, we are demanding compensation for all expenses incurred since the issuance of the South Korean visa." In response, Minister of Foreign Affairs B. Battsetseg stated: "We have requested an explanation from the relevant South Korean authorities regarding why Mongolian citizens are being turned back at the border. If they were not going to let them in, why did they issue the visa in the first place? However, it is important that travelers understand the laws and rules of the country they are visiting and clearly state their purpose when entering and exiting. Some people complete their visa materials but do not specify their purpose, which causes problems. Also, there is no concept of demanding compensation if one has violated the regulations of the country. Therefore, it is not possible to refund ticket costs for citizens who were sent back from the South Korean border."

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B.Battsetseg: Some of Our Citizens Are Being Sent Back from the Korean Border Due to Inconsistent Statements or Not Knowing Their Destination Address

Published: 2025-05-15 | Translated from: ikon.mn

At the plenary session of the State Great Khural, the issue of approving Mongolia's 2026 plan, as proposed by the Government, is under discussion. During this session, Speaker D.Amarsaikhan asked Minister of Foreign Affairs B.Battsetseg what measures are being taken regarding Mongolian citizens who are being sent back from the border of the Republic of Korea (ROK). Yesterday, a group representing citizens who had been sent back from the border of the ROK without clear reasons made a statement to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Embassy of the Republic of Korea, and the National Human Rights Commission. During this event, issues were raised regarding people being sent back at the border despite having valid visas, and about violations of human rights. Regarding this, Minister of Foreign Affairs B.Battsetseg said: "Our Ministry has been negotiating with the Korean Government in recent years to provide mutual visa facilitation. Since COVID, the movement of our citizens to South Korea has doubled. Over 60,000 of our citizens are living, working, and studying in that country. The regulations for sending people back from the border are very strict. In the past two years, South Korea has been running campaigns to deport people working illegally. Because of this, some citizens who are unable to state their purpose clearly, give information that contradicts what they have filled out, or do not know their destination address — essentially, those who do not comply with the laws and regulations of South Korea — have been sent back at the border. Since January 2025, there have been three official complaints lodged with our ministry. When we raised these complaints with the Korean side, they showed us recordings of the cases and provided explanations about whether rights had been violated. The complaints submitted to us often differ from the explanations of the Korean authorities. For example, applicants sign a form agreeing to have their phones checked. In fact, refusing to have one's phone checked is the individual's right. In some cases, those who previously had violations submit false documents again, or the Koreans counter that the individuals started disruptive behavior themselves. The other side always provides us with information in response. So it cannot be said that this is a one-sided issue. It is necessary to better inform our citizens and coordinate with companies providing visa application services. Also, if citizens make complaints, they need to provide material evidence. The Korean side has pointed out that responding to information spread on social media is not appropriate." Notice: Please note that media organizations (TV, radio, social networks, and websites) are prohibited from using our information in full or in part in any form, and may only use it by agreement and by citing the original source (ikon.mn).

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E. Munkhzul: Mongolian and Indian scholars have written many wonderful stories in the history of bilateral relations

Published: 2025-05-15 | Translated from: montsame.mn

Mongolia and the Republic of India celebrate 70 years of diplomatic relations this year. In regard to the relations and cooperation between the two countries, especially the friendly relations among the citizens, we interviewed Enkhbaatar Munkhzul, a researcher at the Institute for International Studies of the Mongolian Academy of Sciences. — How did the foundations of the long-standing, friendly relations between Mongolia and India develop? Researchers believe the relations between Mongolia and India are ancient. This stems from our shared religious and cultural history. Although geographically distant, for over 2,700 years Mongolia and India have maintained historical and cultural ties, considering each other intellectual neighbors. The relations between our two nations have reached today, primarily based on Buddhist religious and cultural connections, fostering and strengthening shared values between the peoples of the two countries. Buddhism, one of the world's most widespread and influential religions, originated in India and spread to Tibet, China, and other Asian countries. Mongolians have studied Indian language, script, history, and culture since ancient times, translating many works into Mongolian. For example, more than 4,500 ancient Indian texts found in the Kangyur and Tengyur, as well as folk tales like The Woodcutter's Tale, stories of King Bikarmijit, King Arjuburji, and the Magical Skeleton, have been translated and printed in Mongolian. The spread of Indian religion and culture to Mongolia influenced Mongolian art, literature, lifestyle, and even the introduction of chess, astrology, and astronomical calculation. In 1947, at the first Conference of Asian Countries in New Delhi, delegates from the Mongolian People’s Republic participated and met with India’s first Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru, laying the groundwork for later diplomatic ties. After gaining independence in 1947, India adopted its constitution in 1950 and began consolidating as a sovereign nation. It was during this time that conditions developed for the two countries to advance their traditional friendship. It was at India's initiative that diplomatic relations were officially established on December 24, 1955, marking the foundation of modern bilateral relations. Notably, India was the first non-socialist country to establish diplomatic relations with Mongolia. — The 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries is being celebrated. How have these relations evolved, and what were the most active periods? Overall, our bilateral relation is ancient, uninterrupted, and relatively active to this day, which is a unique feature. However, if we consider their significance and appropriateness, the most active phase is in modern history. Since diplomatic relations began, there have been numerous high-level visits, resulting in the expansion and development of cooperation, alongside the signing of important documents. In 1956, the Mongolian government decided to open its embassy in New Delhi. India, in turn, opened its embassy in Ulaanbaatar later, on December 9, 1970. This brought the countries closer and laid the basis for further advancement, with top-level exchanges intensifying. At first, relations focused mainly on traditional ties—especially in religion and culture—primarily through dialogue. But after Mongolia transitioned to democracy in 1990, new foreign policy strategies were developed in line with changes at home and abroad. India also faced a challenging transition in the early 1990s. The international situation—including the collapse of the Soviet Union and the end of the bipolar system—had a significant impact, bringing changes globally. Shared interests in democracy, social and economic development, and scientific progress created opportunities for cooperation in areas beyond politics, religion, and culture. Mongolia’s 1994 foreign policy doctrine, and its 2011 revision, recognized India as a "third neighbor" within its foreign policy framework. During the presidency of Ts. Elbegdorj, his first official foreign visit was to India in 2009, leading to the establishment of a comprehensive partnership. On the 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Mongolia in 2015, elevating the already strong partnership to a strategic level—a new stage in bilateral relations. Since then, the countries have expanded cooperation across political, social, economic, cultural, educational, and scientific fields on the foundation of their strategic partnership. — Citizens of both countries have played a major role in strengthening these ties. Could you share some notable stories? At Nehru’s initiative, the first Conference of Asian Countries was held in New Delhi in 1947. Over 100 delegates from 26 countries participated, including representatives from Mongolia. At that time, Sh. Luvsanvandan, Secretary of the Academy of Sciences, and researcher Lkha.Norovsambuu from the university joined as delegates—the first international conference in Asia with Mongolian participation after the People’s Revolution. On arriving slightly late due to their long journey through four countries, Prime Minister Nehru personally greeted and warmly welcomed the Mongolian delegates to the floor. This event had notable importance for Mongolia’s independence and reputation on the international stage. The Indian scholar Dr. Professor Raghu Vira expressed to both governments his wish to visit Mongolia, and at the Academy’s invitation, he visited in 1955, spending three months studying manuscripts, paintings, sculptures, petroglyphs, and inscriptions in both the Soviet Union and Mongolia. Yu. Tsedenbal, Chairman of the Presidium, received him and noted that Raghu Vira was "the first Indian to visit Mongolia to initiate a new era of cultural exchange between our peoples." Beyond government and research institutions, regular people from both countries have actively engaged in religious, cultural, and health exchanges, fostering positive perceptions and mutual trust, leading to many heartwarming stories. — What recent advances have there been in trade and economic cooperation? Compared to political, diplomatic, and cultural ties, economic relations are relatively weak. This is likely due to geographical distance and other factors. Foreign trade volumes, export, and import between the two countries remain lower than with some other third neighbors. However, India has strong purchasing power and is the world’s fourth-largest economy, so there is great potential for growth in trade and economic relations. Mongolia imports various medicines and pharmaceutical raw materials from India. In recent years, India has become interested in importing Mongolian mining products, including coking coal, fluorspar, copper concentrate, iron ore, and cashmere. The biggest joint infrastructure project is the oil refinery, which was agreed upon during Prime Minister Modi’s 2015 visit to Mongolia. The construction, financed by a USD 1.3 billion soft loan from India, will ensure Mongolia’s energy independence. Both sides expect it will be key for Mongolia’s energy security and economic growth. The project is being implemented in four phases, with construction set to finish in 2026 and operations to begin in 2027. Mongolia and India have also expanded cooperation in security, defense, and border security in recent years, including collaborations between Indian border guards and Mongolia’s Border Protection Agency, as well as the two countries’ National Security Councils. Many agreements between Mongolia and India target the defense sector. — How do you see the future prospects of this relationship? The Mongolia-India relationship is developing beyond just religious and cultural ties, becoming more diversified. In today’s multipolar world, it is encouraging for us to maintain such long-standing friendship with a major power like India. India is growing rapidly—in economic, military, educational, cultural, humanitarian, and technological fields—making it a powerful nation. Therefore, cooperation will undoubtedly continue to expand into more domains in the future.

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Infrastructure

Report: Construction of the Railway Stalled for 21 Years Has Begun

Published: 2025-05-15 | Translated from: news.mn

Under the southern Gobi sky, the Mongolian and Chinese state flags were raised, officially inaugurating the cross-border railway construction project at the Gashuunsukhait–Gantsmod border crossing. It is almost incredible to believe that discussions for this construction project began as far back as 21 years ago. Yet, after 21 years, the project has become reality. Regarding this development, Mongolia's Prime Minister L. Oyun-Erdene emphasized, "We have concluded the 18-year negotiation for the Gashuunsukhait-Gantsmod border crossing railway and made history." In summary, the cross-border railway project at the Gashuunsukhait–Gantsmod border crossing was first discussed by the heads of state of Mongolia and China in 2004. In 2020, the "Agreement on Mongolia-China Border Ports and Their Procedures" officially included it, and in 2021, the border crossing point for the railway connection between the two countries was established, laying a crucial legal foundation for the project's implementation. Subsequently, Mongolia's parliament formed a coalition government and started to advance several major projects that had stalled for years, including this railway construction project. At the inauguration of the cross-border railway project, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Economy and Development L. Gantomor noted, "As a result of the coalition government, we have succeeded in moving forward mega projects that are essential levers for the nation's economy," confirming this achievement. Notably, this construction project ranks first among the 14 mega projects included in the Mongolian Government's 2024–2028 action plan. THREE MAJOR AGREEMENTS According to the intergovernmental agreement, within the principle of "comprehensive cooperation," three main activities were agreed upon: "Joint construction of the cross-border railway," "Long-term coal sales and purchase contract," and "Increasing the capacity of coal mines." One of these is the aforementioned "Joint construction of the cross-border railway agreement." In addition, on February 14, 2025, in Harbin, China, the governments of Mongolia and the People's Republic of China signed the cooperation agreement for this project, which was then discussed and ratified by the Mongolian parliament on March 27, 2025. This deepens the comprehensive strategic partnership declaration made between Mongolia and China in 2014, provides tangible steps towards a friendly neighbor policy, and implements the goals of the joint government. Thus, after being discussed and awaited for 21 years, the practical work for the Gashuunsukhait-Gantsmod cross-border railway is starting today. RAILWAY TO BE BUILT IN 22 MONTHS The technical and economic study as well as the detailed design of this railway project was conducted by China's "Railway Design Corporation (CRDC)," while the construction and installation work will be carried out by the "China Railway Construction Bridge Engineering Bureau Group Co., LTD," a subsidiary of China's "CRCC" corporation. This company is fully owned by CRCC, which ranks 43rd among the world’s top 500 enterprises, has the “SPECIAL LEVEL” general contractor license for construction projects in China, employs more than 2,100 people, and has an annual sales revenue of 7 billion USD, making it a leading railway construction company in China. Construction is planned to begin in May 2025 and to be commissioned within 22 months. The Gashuunsukhait-Gantsmod cross-border railway will be a first-class line with both 1520 mm broad gauge and 1435 mm standard gauge dual tracks. The main line will be 19.5 km long, and it will feature single and double-track bridges ranging from 8 to 31 meters in height, with a transport capacity of 30 million tons per year for the broad gauge and 10 million tons per year for the standard gauge. "ERDENES TAVANTOLGOI" JSC TO FINANCE 7 PROJECT PACKAGES The total estimated cost of the project is 902 billion MNT, and according to Resolution 68 of the Mongolian Parliament in 2023, "Erdenes Tavantolgoi" JSC will be responsible for financing the project. The Gashuunsukhait–Gantsmod cross-border railway will give a major boost to Mongolia’s coal export volume, logistics capacity, and economic growth. With the construction of this cross-border railway, it will now be possible to connect other Mongolia-China border crossings such as Shiveekhuren-Sehe, Bichigt-Zuun Khatavch, and Khangi-Mandal by rail, per the intergovernmental agreement. As a result, coal export volume could rise from 83 million tons to 165 million tons, annual export revenue may increase by 1.5 billion USD, and Mongolia’s GDP per capita could reach 10,000 USD. Moreover, transport costs are expected to decrease by 2–2.5 times, export capacity will increase by 30 million tons, and transport income is projected to grow by 300 million USD. Additionally, the project will create 200 permanent and 800 temporary jobs, providing real impetus for regional development and employment. The project is planned to include seven main packages: 1. Upper and lower railway structure work
2. Bridge structures
3. Power infrastructure
4. Buildings and facilities
5. Signaling and communication systems
6. Road and infrastructure
7. Complexes for customs and border inspection, among other constructions.

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L. Oyun-Erdene: The Major Construction of the Gashuunsukhait-Gantsmod Railway, Ranked First Among Government Mega-Projects, Has Been Launched

Published: 2025-05-15 | Translated from: unuudur.mn

The inauguration of the border connection construction of the Mongolian-Chinese Gashuunsukhait-Gantsmod railway port is taking place. We present the speech given by the Prime Minister of Mongolia, L. Oyun-Erdene, at the opening ceremony. Dear Mongolians, Members of Parliament and Government, Dear Representatives from the Government of the People's Republic of China, Sun Shaocheng, Secretary of the Party Committee of Inner Mongolia, Li Chunlin, Deputy Chairman of the National Development and Reform Commission of China, Shen Minjuan, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to Mongolia, Zou Lei, Chairman of the Board of Directors of China Energy Group, distinguished guests and representatives, investors, engineers and technicians who have come to witness this historic moment at the border of the two countries, Today, Mongolia officially commences the construction of the second railway connection since the Zamyn-Uud-Ereen railway, established under the 1955 agreement between Mongolia and China. The intergovernmental agreement to connect the Gashuunsukhait-Gantsmod ports by railway was made on February 14 of this year, and exactly three months later, on this day, May 14, construction work is starting. I would like to express my gratitude and congratulations to the government agencies, civil servants, business enterprises, and working groups of both countries, who worked with professionalism and rapid pace for fast development. Launching a major project involves touching on major interests and overcoming major challenges. Since 2004, negotiations have been ongoing, and you have finally resolved in 18 years what started in 2008, making history. The competition among groups seeking to control the Tavantolgoi deposit, the gauge debate regarding the Gashuunsukhait-Gantsmod railway, as well as other issues, arose because international players in the coal market saw their own narrow interests served by preventing this railway from being built. This is the truth. Today, however, the governments of the two countries succeeded in establishing an intergovernmental agreement without involving any third party, ending many years of misunderstanding. I sincerely express, on behalf of the government, my deepest gratitude to the Chairman of the National Security Council and President of Mongolia Ukhnaa Khurelsukh, Chairman of the Parliament Dashzegviin Amarbaysgalan, members of the State Great Khural, political parties, and members of the government working group for their political support for the joint government. Mongolia and China are eternal neighbors, connected by mountains and rivers. Today, by starting the construction of the Gashuunsukhait-Gantsmod border railway project, we are creating a new symbol of friendly relations between our two countries, along with the Zamyn-Uud port and the Peace Bridge next to the State Department Store. I am confident it will remain as such. I warmly thank, on behalf of the Government of Mongolia, the Premier of the State Council of China, Li Qiang, Foreign Minister Wang Yi, Chairman of the Development and Reform Commission, the ambassador of China to Mongolia, and officials who worked together to swiftly resolve this agreement. I also extend sincere gratitude to the Government and people of China for their non-refundable assistance in carrying out the expansion and modernization of the Gashuunsukhait port, which is opening today. Highlighting that by increasing export and import lanes at the Gashuunsukhait border port to 22 and doubling its processing capacity, there will be a positive impact not only on the nation's economy and foreign trade but also on the quality of life, employment, and income sources of local residents, making it a border port friendly to the locality. Distinguished guests, today marks the beginning of a new era of vigorous development in the economic partnership between Mongolia and China. Mongolia will steadfastly implement its long-term development policy "Vision 2050" and firmly uphold its fundamental principle: "Mongolian commitment is a vow." With the railway connection, the port’s capacity will double, coal exports will reach 165 million tons, and annual revenue will increase by 1.5 billion USD. With this, the government’s goal of per capita GDP reaching $10,000 will be met, providing the fundamental condition for economic expansion. With this export railway, at a time when international trade wars and geopolitical competition are intensifying and uncertainty is increasing, Mongolia’s exports will increase and its economic stability will be ensured. Additionally, with the operation of this railway, Mongolia will become China’s most reliable partner for the long-term, stable, and secure supply of coal, as China accounts for more than half of the world’s steel production. According to the intergovernmental agreement, the work of connecting the Shiveekhuren-Sehe, Bichigt-Zuunkhatavch, and Khangi-Mandal ports by railway will be carried out next, in order of economic significance. It is gratifying to announce that preparations for these subsequent projects are complete. Mongolia is ready to cooperate mutually in fields such as renewable energy production, deep coal processing industry, and technology. The grand construction of the Gashuunsukhait-Gantsmod railway, ranked first among fourteen mega-projects established by the joint government for rapid development, has begun. The government will strictly adhere to its principles to launch the remaining mega-projects, recover the lost time, and create future opportunities, working closely with investors and governments. Mongolia will actively participate in mutually beneficial negotiations for the trilateral railway and natural gas pipeline projects with China and Russia. I wish for the day when Gashuunsukhait-Gantsmod is connected by rail and coal and products are transported by railway. May Mongolia prosper forever under the eternal blue sky! May the relations and cooperation between the eternal neighbors, Mongolia and China, flourish and develop!

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Cold water will be restricted at night for households and businesses around 120 Myangat and the 19th khoroolol

Published: 2025-05-15 | Translated from: ikon.mn

Due to scheduled maintenance work, the Water and Sewerage Authority has announced that cold water supply will be restricted for households and businesses in the areas of 1st, 2nd, 15th, 17th, and 18th khoroos of Khan-Uul district from 9:00 PM on May 16, 2025 to 4:00 AM on May 17, 2025. Residents are advised to store sufficient water for their needs in advance. Water supply will be restricted in the following locations: - 120 Myangat - 19th Khoroolol - Naadam Center - Narkhan Complex - Jargalant Complex - Khurd Complex - Gegeenten Complex - Central Stadium - Orgil Spa and nearby areas Warning: Media organizations (TV, radio, social and web pages) are prohibited from using our information fully or partially in any form unless agreed upon, and the source (ikon.mn) must be cited if used upon agreement.

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Fourth Phase of Oil Refinery Project Initiated

Published: 2025-05-15 | Translated from: news.mn

The construction of the oil refinery is not limited to specialists from India and China; engineers and experts from countries such as Italy, France, the United States, the Netherlands, Germany, the United Kingdom, Canada, and Spain are also participating. The oil refinery consists of 12 technological units, of which seven are advanced processing facilities with licensed technology. The construction and assembly of these facilities—the project's fourth phase—has now begun. The engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) contract for this phase was signed on February 6, 2025, with "Megha Engineering and Infrastructures" of India serving as the general contractor. The advanced processing units in the fourth phase will be built under the patents of companies like France's "Axens," Italy's "Kinetics Technology," the USA's "UOP Honeywell," and the Netherlands' "Shell Global Solutions International," all of whom have submitted and handed over the complete designs for their respective facilities, according to officials. According to Mongol Oil Refinery SJC, four major projects are being implemented across 10 soums (districts) in three provinces—Dornogovi, Sukhbaatar, and Dornod—covering an area of more than 600 kilometers. Due to the pandemic, construction was delayed and only began in April 2021. Currently, 100% of the initial non-technological infrastructure works—such as the water and electricity supply systems, repair and mechanical shops, laboratory, warehouse, administration and training buildings, emergency unit, staff cafeteria, and special-purpose roads—have been completed. The government has mandated that the oil refinery be operational by 2027. In 2016, the Government of Mongolia and the Export-Import (EXIM) Bank of India signed a general loan agreement for one billion US dollars. According to the project's initial feasibility study, financing in the amount of 1.236 billion USD was deemed necessary for the construction of the refinery. Therefore, in October 2019, the Mongolian government secured an additional $236 million loan agreement for supplementary funding. Repayment of the principal amount of the loan was scheduled to start in February 2023 with annual payments of $64.5 million. However, as of February 2023, only $112 million from the billion-dollar loan had been utilized. Consequently, Mongolia proposed to India to reschedule the loan repayments due to its low utilization rate, and, on August 17, 2023, subloan agreements were signed to postpone the repayments. The Mongol Oil Refinery SJC announced that the budgeted cost for EPC-04 of $236 million increased by about $422 million during the tender process, bringing the total to $648 million. The government has stated that this loan agreement has been confirmed and the financing request submitted to India's Export-Import Bank.

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CENTER: The 11th Heat Supply Source to be Implemented in Collaboration with the Private Sector

Published: 2025-05-15 | Translated from: montsame.mn

In order to carry out residential complex development, redevelopment, and construction projects, it is absolutely necessary to build electric distribution facilities, substations, as well as to solve the issue of heat supply sources. Today, the governor of the province, L. Tömörchödör, met with representatives of businesses in the city of Zuunmod to exchange ideas about these issues. In his speech, Governor L. Tömörchödör emphasized that the implementation of the second phase, which consists of 2,000 apartments, and the third phase, with 800 apartments, as well as redevelopment and construction projects, are facing challenges regarding electricity and heat supply sources. Although a 110/35/10kV substation was built with state investment to provide electricity for these projects, there is still a pressing need to establish additional electric distribution facilities and substations, and to resolve the heat supply source issue. Furthermore, in order to provide reliable dual-sided power, it is extremely important to collaboratively build, with state, local, and private investment, a 10kV clean water feeder, a 1,700 meter 10kV line for the 'Juutchin' feeder, to connect to the 110/35/10kV substation, and to build a 1,100 meter 10kV cable to connect the distribution facility for 1,000 apartments (RP84) to the substation. In this respect, the technical conditions request should be resolved urgently, designs should be drafted, and construction work should begin. As a result of the meeting, it was decided that the 11th heat supply source will be planned for the third block of the 2,000-apartment residential complex, and that funding issues will be resolved in cooperation with the private sector.

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O.Shijir: Are we a supercountry that can build two large factories in one year? Set realistic deadlines

Published: 2025-05-15 | Translated from: isee.mn

The regular session of the State Great Khural (Parliament) of Mongolia is ongoing. During the session, the draft resolution of the State Great Khural on "Approval of Mongolia's Development Plan for 2026" (submitted by the Government) is being discussed for the first time. During this, Member of Parliament O. Shijir stated: "It is written that expenses of state-owned joint-stock companies will be reduced by 15% and productivity increased by 30%. How exactly will this be done in just one year? We are only talking about the 2026 program. In section 3.5.1, it says 'put into operation coal chemistry and coke chemical plants.' Are we really a supercountry capable of building coal and coke chemical plants within one year? Also, in section 3.5.5, it says 'put the steel plant into operation.' If we are able to put such two big projects into operation within one year, then it seems we have become superhuman. For the coke chemical plant that is said to be put into operation, there are no metrics, no baseline, no target indicators, no financing, and no allocation of funding for that year—not even a source of financing is listed. It is simply not mentioned at all. Yet, it still says to put it into operation. If we do not set realistic timelines, we will just end up producing beautiful documents on paper. When I talk like this, sometimes it can seem as if I am opposing the Government's activities. But that's not my intention; we just want to move these projects forward as much as possible," he said.

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Hot Water Supply to be Restricted for 14 Days in the Following Locations

Published: 2025-05-15 | Translated from: news.mn

This summer, a schedule has been announced for restricting hot water supply and performing maintenance on the heating supply pipelines. The maintenance work on the heating pipelines will start today and is scheduled to be completed by August 20. During this period, hot water supply will be restricted in parts of the capital city. From today until May 29, hot water will be restricted and maintenance will be carried out for 14 days at the following locations: - 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 6th micro-district areas, Central Gandan Monastery, the area formerly known as Mother and Child Hospital, users near the Mongolian National Broadcasting. - Users near Tundemun Sauna and in front of Gurvan Bileg Department Store, and TDB Anduud area. - Consumers served by UDDT-85, Railway Administration, Grand Plaza area. - Users near Kyokushuzan Tower, UB Palace, Bayangol District Police, and Railway College.

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The Tender for Repairing the Dalanzadgad-Mandalgovi Road Has Been Announced for the Second Time

Published: 2025-05-15 | Translated from: unuudur.mn

Tour companies and local residents are demanding the urgent repair of the Dalanzadgad-Mandalgovi highway, which is a key tourist route in the Gobi, before the tourist season to ensure passenger safety. During the inaugural Gobi Region Meeting earlier this week, residents also raised this issue, offering opinions and criticism to policymakers and decision-makers. The Ministry of Road and Transport has announced that it has issued two tenders to repair 38.4 kilometers of the highway and currently has a selection announcement posted. As part of the policy to support regional development, a total of 156 kilometers of roads in the Gobi provinces are planned for major repairs this year with state budget funding. 39.1 billion tugriks have been allocated for the Dalanzadgad-Mandalgovi road repairs. Proposals from bidders for the tender will be accepted until the 23rd of this month.

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Road from 'MT' Gas Station in the 10th District to Railway University's Intersection to be Closed

Published: 2025-05-15 | Translated from: ikon.mn

Repair and renovation work continues on the Enkhtaivan Avenue road in Ulaanbaatar city. As part of the repairs, it has been announced that the road section from the intersection at the 10th district's 'MT' gas station to the intersection near the Railway University, located in Bayangol district's 6th, 8th, and 19th khoroos, will be closed for renovations from 11:00 PM on Saturday, May 17, 2025, until 6:00 AM on May 19. Citizens and drivers are advised by the Ulaanbaatar City Road Department to use alternative routes during this period. Earlier this week, the road section from the 25th pharmacy to the Grand Plaza intersection was renovated and completed. Warning: Media organizations (TV, radio, social media, and websites) are prohibited from using our news in whole or in part in any form, unless an agreement has been made, and must cite the source (ikon.mn) if used.

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Schedule of Power Outages in Six Districts of the Capital on May 16

Published: 2025-05-15 | Translated from: ikon.mn

According to information from 'UBCTST' LLC, power supply will be limited and maintenance will be carried out in certain households and business entities in the following districts of the capital: Bayanzurkh, Bayangol, Songinokhairkhan, Chingeltei, Khan-Uul, and Nalaikh. The power outage schedule varies by location, lasting between 09:00 and 18:00. Areas where power will be limited: For a detailed schedule of this month's maintenance works on power lines and equipment, you can click HERE. Note: Media organizations (Television, Radio, Social and Web pages) are prohibited from using our information in whole or in part in any form, and may only use it by agreement and with citation of the source (ikon.mn).

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'It's strange that gossip emerges every time we talk about mega-projects and border connections'

Published: 2025-05-15 | Translated from: news.mn

The protest by citizens demanding action from Prime Minister L. Oyun-Erdene continues for its second day in the central square. In connection with the current situation involving the Prime Minister, journalists asked several members of parliament for their comments. Deputy Prime Minister T. Dorjkhand: "The HUN Party is one part of the coalition government. The Democratic Party is similarly included in the coalition government. And the Mongolian People's Party as well. Those in power now say that these three parties should work together to resolve pressing issues and show courage. At present, citizens' political literacy is low. People think the DP and HUN must be in opposition. But we now have a completely different legal system. Back in 1990, we copied the US two-party system, and frankly speaking, our country entered into populism, with one party in power and the other permanently in opposition, sabotaging and preventing large projects from being implemented. In 2023, we made amendments to the Constitution and adopted the Western European model. Specifically, the German model. Why? Because the two-party system was turning back into a single-party system. Parties would sabotage each other's work so nothing could get done, and there were always protests. Whether right or wrong, if you keep slandering and spreading dirt on every issue, nothing can progress, and the government can only function for 1.5-1.8 years before things stall. That's why we adopted the German or Western European parliamentary model. Now, we can always have a coalition government, and only this way can we Mongolians, who are so few, solve our issues. Just yesterday, Mongolia inaugurated its second border connection in 75 years. Seventy-five years is a deeply regrettable period. It couldn't be done during socialism, nor since the 1990s. As a result, we've lost 60 billion in revenue. That's not a small amount—it's a huge loss. Yet, instead of focusing on these major tasks, it's unfortunate that people are more interested in gossip. I, T. Dorjkhand, did not join the government to lie or steal. I have no authority, frankly. I have no real power. Mongolia is a democratic country, but citizens shouldn't behave like this. The demand to 'prove your income' doesn't exist in democratic countries. At a time when Mongolia faces massive economic problems, it's not appropriate to chase after this kind of gossip. This is a process of neutralization. It's very wrong. For us, the order of national interest is crucial. Whenever mega-projects are set to be implemented, opponents come forth. Whenever border connections or mega-projects are about to be realized, rumors like 'prove your income' emerge, which in itself is curious. When big projects are discussed, there are calls for the government to resign. L. Oyun-Erdene is not a thief or a liar. The protests to remove the government always seem to occur just as major projects and construction begin—this is not a coincidence."

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The Road from 10th Microdistrict to the Railway University Will Be Closed Tomorrow from 11:00 PM

Published: 2025-05-15 | Translated from: montsame.mn

As part of the road reconstruction works on Enkhtaivan Avenue, the road from the "MT" gas station in the 10th microdistrict of Bayangol district's 6th, 8th, and 19th khoroos to the intersection at the Railway University will be closed from 11:00 PM tomorrow until 6:00 AM on the 19th of this month. During this time, reconstruction work will take place. Consequently, there will be slight changes in the public transportation routes that use the main road during the weekend. A total of 74 km of roads at 41 locations across the capital city are planned to be repaired and renewed this year, with repair works having started last month. Of these 41 locations, 10 will be completed within this year, while the rest will continue into the next year. The main central roads of the city—Enkhtaivan Avenue, Ikh Toiruu, Ajilchdiin Street, and Chingis Avenue—will be renewed; therefore, roadworks are being carried out at night to avoid disrupting daytime traffic flow. Last week, the road from the "Grand Plaza" intersection to the 25th Pharmacy was closed and reconstructed. Officials noted that Enkhtaivan Avenue has not undergone major repairs since 2008, so this year it will be fully renovated.

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Traffic to Open Next Month on Road Section from Shadivlan to Dambadarjaa

Published: 2025-05-15 | Translated from: montsame.mn

The 2.4 km first section of the road from the Shadivlan summer camp route to Dambadarjaa has been opened to traffic. This year, a total of 74 km of roads in 36 locations across the capital will be repaired and upgraded. As part of this work, the 5.3 km section of road from the Shadivlan summer camp route in Sukhbaatar District, 17th khoroo, to Dambadarjaa is being reconstructed in three phases, during which traffic has been restricted. Currently, the first 2.4 km section has been renovated and opened to traffic. O. Enkhbaatar, Head of the Maintenance and Supervision Department at the Urban Development Agency, said, “We planned to complete the paving of the road in three sections before June 1, when people begin heading out to the summer camps. The next section, 1.5 km up to School No. 58, and the following 1.4 km section from the school to Dambadarjaa, are scheduled to be paved and opened to traffic before the 1st of next month.” The automobile road will be constructed to a width of 8 meters, with sidewalks on both sides of 2 meters each. The entire project is scheduled to be completed by June 14.

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Repair Work on 4.5 Kilometer Stretch of Övör Güntiin Road Starts Tomorrow; Road Will Be Closed for Four Days After Replacing Base

Published: 2025-05-15 | Translated from: ikon.mn

A 4.5 kilometer section of the Övör Güntiin road will undergo partial repairs starting tomorrow. B. Odbayar, Head of the Capital City's Road Development Agency, stated, “The company to repair the 4.5 kilometer stretch from Jigjid camp to the summit of Övör Güntiin Pass was selected yesterday, and after signing the contract, they are ready to begin work. 'Future Progress' company was chosen for the repairs. The Güntiin road has been in use since 2015, and while patching and maintenance have been done over the past 10 years, no substantial reinforcement or renovation has taken place. It is a road with frequent damage and complaints from citizens. The planned renovation includes installing a 30 cm-thick, cement-stabilized stone base, laying a 5 cm-thick topcoat, building a cycling lane on the right side, a pedestrian walkway on the left side, and installing drainage pipes in areas with low slopes. After laying the cement-stabilized base, it requires 48 hours to set, so the work will be divided into three sections, and the road will be completely closed for four days. During this period, a temporary detour will be provided for citizens. Information about the road closure will be communicated to residents. The repair work will begin tomorrow, May 16.” Regarding the plans and design, N. Batbayar, chief engineer of the contractor “Future Progress” LLC, said, “The design includes cutting out the damaged patches and filling them in, smoothing to 3 cm, applying a 5 cm surface layer, replacing all curbs, building pedestrian and cycling paths, restoring the mountain ditches, and repairing drainage pipes.” Due to the risk of groundwater under the road, drainage pipes will be installed at six locations where water is emerging. On maintenance history, O. Enkhbaatar, Director of Maintenance and Repairs Supervision at the Road Development Agency, said, “Every year, we performed patch repairs during routine maintenance. Last year, at two often-flooded and swampy sections, the base was replaced to a depth of 1.5-2 meters by 'Ulaanbaatar AZZA' JSC. While making road entries and exits, ditches were constructed in a way that water flows onto the road, which has caused the damage.” “Currently, as part of the repair of the 4.5 km long and 7 m wide stretch from Jigjid junction to the Güntiin post, cement-stabilized pavement and 1.5 meter wide asphalt concrete sidewalks will be constructed on both sides. Ditches will be restored, and 500-700 mm diameter pipes will be installed at entries, exits, and water collection points,” he added. Last year, a tender was announced for the repair of the Güntiin road, but no contractor was found. This year, the tender was announced again, and a contractor was selected last Thursday. For the tender to repair the road up to Güntiin Pass, using a local budget of 5.2 billion MNT, “Khongorbees Trans” proposed 5.1 billion, “Offroad Tavanbogd” 5 billion, “ODND” 4.8 billion, and “Future Progress” 4.7 billion MNT. Warning: Media organizations (Television, Radio, Social, and Web pages) are prohibited from reproducing or using this information in any form, whether in whole or in part, unless agreed upon, and must cite the original source (ikon.mn) if used.

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Society

Mongolia Announced Among Countries That Developed Plans to Reduce Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear Risks

Published: 2025-05-15 | Translated from: montsame.mn

Mongolia has been announced as one of the countries that has fully developed a national plan to reduce chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear (CBRN) risks. The meeting of national coordinators for the European Union, European Commission, and the European Union's CBRN Risk Mitigation Initiative Center (EUCBRN CoE) is taking place in Brussels, Belgium, from May 12 to 15. At the beginning of the meeting, the Secretary of the EUCBRN CoE highlighted that the process of formulating and approving national CBRN risk mitigation plans has been successfully ongoing in regional countries and announced that Mongolia is among those that have fully completed their plan. This achievement is the result of Mongolia's consistent policy to strengthen its biosafety system and build capacity in accordance with international standards. The current meeting brings together national coordinators and advisors from 64 partner countries, as well as representatives from organizations such as the United Nations Interregional Crime and Justice Research Institute (UNICRI), to discuss the outcomes and progress of projects and programs implemented last year. This meeting is important for elevating regional and international cooperation on CBRN risk reduction to a new level and for improving coordination among stakeholders. Head of the Policy Implementation Department for Natural Resources at the Ministry of Environment and Tourism, Secretary of the National Council on Biosafety, and National Coordinator of the EUCBRN CoE, Ts. Uranchimeg, took part in the meeting.

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“Ulaanbaatar Travel Expo 2025” to be held at Ulaanbaatar Hotel this weekend

Published: 2025-05-15 | Translated from: ikon.mn

The “Ulaanbaatar Travel Expo 2025” tourism exhibition will be held from May 16 to 18 in the Grand Hall of the Ulaanbaatar Hotel. This exhibition, now in its 11th year, aims to develop domestic tourism, support travelers in researching and planning their trips, and provide a platform for participating organizations to expand cooperation and grow their businesses. During the exhibition, citizens have the opportunity to plan trips through professional organizations, receive information on programs and packages, and make bookings at discounted rates. The event also offers an environment where visitors can attend discussions and presentations by industry experts and receive travel recommendations and advice in one place. The exhibition will feature the Environmental and Tourism Departments of all 21 provinces, domestic travel companies, equipment suppliers, as well as representatives from Hainan Province and Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region of China. Citizens and travelers can visit this exhibition free of charge, and it will be open to the public for three days. Notice: Media organizations (television, radio, social, and web pages) are prohibited from fully or partially using our information in any form, except with prior agreement, and must cite the source (ikon.mn) if permitted.

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Father of S. Altantuya, Who Died in Malaysia, S. Shaariibuu to Receive 'Peace Award' Today

Published: 2025-05-15 | Translated from: isee.mn

Mongolian State Honored Teacher S. Shaariibuu is set to receive the 'Peace Award.' This award, which is presented annually by the non-governmental organization 'World Grand Festival of Peace,' will be handed over in a ceremonial event today at 16:00 in the hall of the 'Chinggis Khan' National Museum. Last year's recipient of the 'Peace Award' in 2024 was L. Lkhagvasuren, a herder from Bayantümen Soum, Dornod Province.

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Environment

Wildfire Situation Worsens in Russian Regions Bordering Mongolia

Published: 2025-05-15 | Translated from: ikon.mn

The wildfire situation in the Siberian regions bordering Mongolia is worsening, with over 600,000 hectares currently burning, Russian authorities reported on Wednesday. In particular, a state of emergency declared at the federal level at the end of last month in the Trans-Baikal Territory remains in effect. According to the Russian Ministry of Emergency Situations, as of yesterday, there are 49 active wildfires in this region, covering 629,000 hectares. Since the beginning of this year, a total of 1.4 million hectares across Russia have been affected by forest and grassland fires, which is three times the area burned during the same period in the USA and Canada combined. The smoke from the Trans-Baikal fires is set to reach Beijing and the Korean Peninsula this weekend, according to the European weather service Copernicus. On Tuesday, authorities in Russia's Republic of Buryatia also declared a regional state of emergency and closed all roads into the forest due to the fires. Since mid-March, 174 separate fires have occurred in the area, with 90% attributed to human negligence. As of Tuesday, there were 22 active wildfires in Buryatia, with 530 firefighters responding, according to local authorities. Experts note that the dry and warm weather this year has caused the fire season to start earlier than usual. Typically in Russia, fire season begins in May, but this year it started in mid-March. Source: CNN Note: Media organizations (television, radio, social media, and websites) are prohibited from using our information in whole or in part in any form. Use is only permitted with agreement and by citing the source (ikon.mn).

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International Conference on "Gender Equality and Climate Change" to be Held

Published: 2025-05-15 | Translated from: montsame.mn

The international conference on "Gender Equality and Climate Change" will be held on the 22nd of this month. This conference is being organized with the support of a technical project jointly implemented by the Government of Mongolia, the National Committee on Gender, and the Asian Development Bank. The conference will serve as a preparatory step for Mongolia to host the 17th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification in 2026. By sharing regional and international initiatives and best practices that demonstrate the interlinkages between biodiversity, climate change, and gender equality, the event holds significance in offering multiple solutions to Mongolia's pressing issues and showcasing Mongolia's good practices. The working group is led by Member of the State Great Khural and Minister of Environment and Climate Change S. Odontuya by order of the Prime Minister of Mongolia. At a recent meeting of the preparatory working group, T. Enkhbayar, Secretary of the National Committee on Gender and Head of its Secretariat, presented the results of preliminary consultations and the progress of preparations for the international conference, followed by an exchange of opinions.

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Proposals Sought for Establishing a Waste-to-Energy Plant by Incinerating Household Waste

Published: 2025-05-15 | Translated from: montsame.mn

As part of the 24 mega projects to develop Ulaanbaatar city, a project will be implemented to produce energy by incinerating waste at the Morin and Tsagaan Davaa centralized landfill sites. A plant intended to incinerate 1.5 million tons of household waste and produce 34 MW of energy will be constructed at the Morin Davaa centralized landfill between 2025 and 2028. Support for establishing a plant with advanced technology to incinerate household waste and produce energy at centralized landfills can be expressed at https://vote.ulaanbaatar.mn/home between May 8 and 30. Currently, there are three centralized landfills in Ulaanbaatar—Ulaanchuluut, Tsagaandavaa, and Morin Davaa—which destroy more than 400,000 tons of waste per year. Of total waste, 11.4% is recycled, and 88.6% is disposed of by landfilling. Landfilling results in the release of significant amounts of methane, causing considerable harm to the environment. The objective is to establish a plant with advanced technology to produce energy by incinerating waste, instead of landfilling, between 2025 and 2028.

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SELENGE: 10 million trees to be planted this year

Published: 2025-05-15 | Translated from: montsame.mn

Selenge province is actively participating as a leader and pioneer in the national movement "Billion Trees" initiated by the President of Mongolia. In this regard, they plan to plant 10 million trees in 2025. Last year, they planted and cultivated 24 million trees, leading the country in this effort. Yesterday, a mass tree-planting event was organized province-wide. In Sukhbaatar, the provincial center, employees from a total of 54 organizations joined forces. They planted 1,359 trees of 5 different species at 42 locations. These organizations are not just planting the trees and leaving them, but are also responsible for watering, caring for, protecting, and ensuring the growth of the trees they have planted going forward. Thus, public organizations and citizens of the province fulfilled their duties within the framework of the "National Tree Planting Day" and the "Billion Trees" national movement by planting trees.

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South Korea Destroys Non-compliant Cars, Offers Subsidies to Owners

Published: 2025-05-15 | Translated from: ikon.mn

South Korea has placed special emphasis on reducing air pollution and improving air quality. In 2002, the country introduced a new standard and began vehicle diagnostics in the capital, Seoul, using the latest advanced technologies. This initiative has proven effective and is still in use today. Vehicles that emit harmful exhaust fumes, particulates, or nitrogen dioxide exceeding established standards are not allowed to participate in road traffic. Furthermore, there are cases where even after maintenance, cars do not meet the required standards. These vehicles are destroyed, and owners receive government subsidies, thereby addressing air pollution. One of the pressing issues facing Ulaanbaatar is the measurement of air and environmental pollution. There is a need to change the quality and standards of diagnostics for both small and large vehicles, as well as public transport buses. Pak Sang-ung, the Project Manager of KOICA's Mongolia office, has suggested that it is possible to install and test the diagnostics systems and equipment currently used in South Korea in Ulaanbaatar to see how effective they are. The management of the Department of Public Transport Policy has expressed their willingness to cooperate in improving the air quality of Ulaanbaatar and reducing toxic fumes and particulates emitted by cars and buses. Note: Media organizations (TV, Radio, Social Media, and Websites) are prohibited from using our information in whole or in part in any form. Usage is only permitted with agreement and when the original source (ikon.mn) is cited.

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Innovation

Khan Bank Leads in 3 Categories for Innovation in Digital Services and Customer Experience

Published: 2025-05-15 | Translated from: ikon.mn

The internationally renowned "The Digital Banker" magazine has organized the "Digital CX Awards 2025" ceremony for the seventh consecutive year, recognizing banks and financial institutions that lead by introducing the best innovations in their products and services and excel in digital service provision. At this event, Khan Bank was selected as the "Leading Digital Bank in Customer Experience" and was also recognized for introducing the "Best Chatbot for Customers" and for being an "Organization with a Good Strategy in Digital Customer Experience." Khan Bank continually works on improving its products and services to enhance customer satisfaction, paying particular attention to the quality of service on each channel through which banking services are provided. As part of this goal, the bank implemented the international digital customer experience standard IDCXS2022:02, which was certified by the British Standards Institute in 2024. Currently, 99.4 percent of all financial transactions at Khan Bank are conducted electronically. In other words, customers can easily and quickly access all types of transactions and financial services using their mobile phones, computers, or by visiting a nearby Khan Bank digital branch. Notably, technological advancements such as the Digi Pay digital wallet, which offers commission-free and fast services, and the full digitalization of loan services have been introduced. Furthermore, Khan Bank was the first in Mongolia to implement the Digi chatbot, an AI-based digital assistant, for customer service. As the scope of digital products and services increases, the bank is prioritizing customer satisfaction and simplifying the path to using banking services, while also putting digital security at the forefront. It adheres to international ISO standards and incorporates global best practices into its customer service. In line with its mission to provide the best and most innovative products and services at every step of its customers’ financial journeys, Khan Bank will continue to place special emphasis on maintaining high service quality and customer satisfaction. Shared Growth in Harmony – Khan Bank Notice: Media organizations (Television, Radio, Social, and Web pages) are prohibited from fully or partially using our information in any form, except with agreement and by citing the source (ikon.mn).

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“Recycling Academia” Opens in Mongolia

Published: 2025-05-15 | Translated from: ikon.mn

“Recycling Academia” has opened in Mongolia with the aim of spreading knowledge and education about recycling waste to the public and empowering stakeholders. At “Recycling Academia”, all citizens, including students and pupils, can learn about the process of plastic recycling and participate in training and promotional activities related to waste management. This academy was jointly established by the "Waste-Free Mongolia" NGO and the "TML Plastic" factory, which recycles beverage plastic bottles, on the first floor of the factory. This NGO unites waste and packaging producers under one umbrella with the aim of improving producer responsibility and solving issues related to the protection of natural resources. Frank Schepers, Executive Director of “Waste-Free Mongolia” NGO stated: “We aim to be a bridge that brings together key stakeholders such as the government, local administrations, private companies, and NGOs to foster cooperation. Creating a waste recycling chain in Mongolia is not merely the job of one company or the government; it requires effort and collaboration from all sides.” Paul Zimmerman, General Manager of the “Drink Without Waste” movement, said: “In Hong Kong, we have brought together all stakeholders such as beverage manufacturers, waste management service providers, civil society, environmental organizations, financial institutions, merchants, governments, NGOs, and associations. With everyone’s support, we were able to establish a legal framework and a system of producer and seller responsibility. I believe this can also be achieved in Mongolia.” The aim is to turn “Waste-Free Mongolia” not just into an NGO's activity but into a nationwide movement. Companies such as “MCS Coca-Cola” and “APU” JSC have expressed their support for this collaboration and are leading the way for others. L. Myagmarjav, Executive Director of “MCS Coca-Cola” LLC, said: “By 2030, our company has set the goal to recycle as much plastic as we sell. As of last year, we have managed to recover 56%. Starting this year, some of our products will use recycled packaging. We urge all our partners and customers to join us in this effort to act responsibly with packaging.” Developing waste management in Mongolia requires not only a legal environment but also long-term policy, planning, and implementation. Therefore, all stakeholders – national producers, importers, and distributors – are invited to join this movement. Notice: Media organizations (Television, Radio, Social and Web pages) are prohibited from using our information in whole or in part in any form unless agreed upon and must cite the source (ikon.mn) if used.

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Health

NCCD: Confirmed Cases of Measles Reach 1,891

Published: 2025-05-15 | Translated from: news.mn

The National Center for Communicable Diseases reported that the number of confirmed measles cases has reached 1,891. Of these, 1,366 people have so far recovered. Measles is a highly contagious infectious disease, but it can be prevented through vaccination. Therefore, doctors recommend that everyone voluntarily participate in immunization. Most cases of measles are concentrated in general education schools, so it is advisable for students, staff, and citizens who learn or work together to get vaccinated against measles in order to protect themselves and others from the disease. For further information or inquiries about measles, you can contact 89016199 or 75103100.

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B.Odontuya: I am Complainant to the Government and 'Tavantolgoi Fuel' For Losing Six Family Members at Once Due to Compressed Fuel /VIDEO/

Published: 2025-05-15 | Translated from: isee.mn

In January of this year, a tragic incident occurred in the 22nd khoroo of Bayangol district, where six citizens from one household lost their lives due to carbon monoxide poisoning. The case was investigated by law enforcement, and sources say the forensic examination results have just recently been released. Regarding how the case has been resolved, we interviewed B.Odontuya, a relative of the deceased family members. —MY DAUGHTER, SIBLINGS, AND BROTHER WOULD BE ALIVE BUT FOR THE SO-CALLED 'CLEAN FUEL'— —One of the six people who tragically lost their lives was your daughter. Has the forensic medical report been done, and if so, can you tell us the findings?
—The forensic report was just three pages. I asked to see the photographs but was denied. When I questioned the investigator about the thin report, as another relative who passed previously got a thick book-like report, she replied, “I don't know. It’s a decision from above.” —What did the forensic conclusion state? Did you read it?
—I read it and signed. The forensic document states they died of carbon monoxide poisoning. They asked me who I had complaints against, and I named the Government and Tavantolgoi Fuel LLC, which was also noted in the report. —Were you given any information about how the issue would be resolved?
—No, not really. It seems like the case is being closed. The forensic report did not mention anything about the coal itself. —What else was in the forensic report?
—Autopsies showed that my child was healthy with no chronic diseases. When I asked to see the reports for the other five victims, they said O.Odbayar is the only one recorded as a victim, so they didn’t show the rest. One of my brothers and Odbayar were declared as victims. It’s really terrible to lose six people at once. —Did 'Tavantolgoi Fuel' LLC or any officials offer any formal apology or funeral expenses?
—Twelve people from Bayangol district came and gave five million tugriks. They are also researching if we want gas or electric heating instead of burning fuel. I voted for electric heating. —Surely there must be fear now after losing six loved ones at once?
—Now, I always open the window when lighting a fire morning and night. Solid fuel is really dangerous. After the incident, they installed a carbon monoxide detector, but only after they died. Even cigarette smoke sets it off. —AUTOPSIES WERE DONE ONLY FOR FOUR ADULTS, NOT THE TWO CHILDREN— —At the time, private information about the victims was leaked. What’s your stance on that?
—I think it’s mostly the government’s doing. When ten people died in Songinokhairkhan district, rumors were spread that they were all alcoholics. When O.Odbayar went to give an interview at Sukhbaatar Square, my niece said “don’t give an interview,” but still, trolls online wrote terrible things. —Three people are reportedly being investigated for leaking private information. Have you been informed?
—I haven’t been informed. But Minister O.Altangerel once said in an interview that “three people are under investigation, unrelated to any political party,” but that’s not true. Information was leaked from a government group chat, which not just anyone can access. —Is the case closed now, or will it continue?
—When I ask the investigator, there is no response. I guess once it gets to the prosecutor, the case will be closed. If the government had not pushed this toxic coal, we wouldn’t have used it. At least the new fuel is odorless and colorless. If it had been raw coal, there would have been smoke and odor. On the day of the incident, I tried to enter the house but was refused. When forensic photos were included in the report, I was again not allowed to view them, even asking to see just my daughter’s. Autopsies were done for only four adults, not the two children aged 6 and 10. Retrieving all six bodies was extremely difficult. At the funeral, the two children were buried in the same grave with their mother. It was very hard. —MY DAUGHTER DREAMED OF BECOMING A POLICE OFFICER— —How old was your daughter? Could you talk about her?
—My daughter was 15, a 10th-grade student. It is especially painful that four out of six were very young. My daughter had always said she wanted to graduate from the police academy. I had two sons and one daughter; her mother died when she was very little. She grew up never knowing her mother. My deceased sibling's two children used to call me grandfather. Now I have metal in my leg and back and am forbidden to do heavy work. I had a shoe repair business, but when H.Nyamtaar gave the order to confiscate kiosks, mine was taken too. The government has just been squeezing us. The local authorities say to come in and meet, but for what? Our case gets publicity, but many others probably don’t. Also, we feel pressured from above. —Have you felt any intimidation or pressure?
—For a while, it was very tough. Various people called and said, “You died from your own mistake and are just politicizing it.” —How is O.Odbayar doing now?
—He’s now working at a car wash. He seems mentally unstable nowadays, understandably so. It’s just so difficult.

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Nine People Diagnosed with HIV/AIDS Infection Since the Beginning of the Year

Published: 2025-05-15 | Translated from: unuudur.mn

Although our country is among those with a low prevalence of HIV/AIDS infection, it faces significant risks due to high-risk groups, a general lack of sexual education among the population, and its location between two countries where the disease is rapidly increasing. The National Center for Health Development recently compiled statistics for the first four months of this year. According to the study, since the beginning of the year, nine people have been diagnosed with HIV/AIDS infection. This is four more cases compared to the same period last year. According to WHO research, as of 2022, there are 39 million people worldwide living with HIV/AIDS, of whom 1.5 million are children under 15 years old. In Mongolia, since the first case of the infection was registered in 1992, a total of 388 people had been diagnosed by the end of last year. Nineteen people were newly infected during that year. If we add the new cases detected since the beginning of this year, the total number of infected persons has now reached 397. Officials from the National Center for Health Development stated that out of the total number of infected persons, 51 have died. Of all cases, 85.1 percent are men, the rest are women, and the sex of one person is unspecified. Most of those infected are between 20 and 44 years old.

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Arts

Mongol Scholar John Man Launches His New Book About the Xiongnu Empire at the University of London

Published: 2025-05-15 | Translated from: isee.mn

The renowned British writer and Mongol scholar John Man launched the release event for his new book about the Xiongnu Empire, "Conquering the North – China, Russia, Mongolia: 2000 Years of Conflict," at the Brunei Gallery Theatre of the School of Oriental and African Studies at the University of London. Ambassador B. Enkhsukh delivered the opening speech for this work about the Xiongnu Empire, expressing congratulations and gratitude. He noted that through John Man's extensive research and narrative, Mongolia's rich historical and cultural heritage is being shared with the world, not only deepening mutual understanding between nations but also inspiring new generations of researchers and enthusiasts to journey into and study Mongolia's wondrous world. Author John Man has written more than 20 works about the Mongol Empire and its great khans, and has made a valuable contribution to bringing the play "Mongolian Khan" to the stage in London's West End.

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Japanese Journalist Ide Hirohiko to Give Lecture at the Mongolia-Japan Center

Published: 2025-05-15 | Translated from: montsame.mn

Ide Hirohiko, a journalist who wrote the book "A Petition for Help to Survive," about the history of Japanese soldiers captured during World War II and their involvement in the development of Mongolia, will give a lecture at the Mongolia-Japan Center in Ulaanbaatar. The lecture will be organized free of charge by the Japanese Society in Mongolia on June 10. Additionally, the "Sakura" Japanese soldiers' memorial house museum, located in the Green Lake Park in Chingeltei district of the capital, will host a "May Gathering" event on May 18 from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM. The "Sakura" house museum was established in 2022 by a young Mongolian named S. Ulziitogtokh to commemorate the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Mongolia and Japan. Historical records show that after the War of Liberation in 1945, Mongolia was in great need of labor. As a result, more than 12,300 Japanese soldiers who had been captured were brought to Mongolia at Mongolia's request to the Soviet Union. They were employed at industrial complexes, lime factories, the Sukhbaatar match factory, other farms, the Nalaikh coal mine, and a brick factory, among others. In October 1947, 10,705 Japanese prisoners were repatriated.

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Politics

Citizens’ Protest Demanding Resignation of Prime Minister L. Oyun-Erdene to Begin Today at 14:00

The 2026 Development Plan of Mongolia is Being Discussed

The Government Will Hold an Extraordinary Meeting Tomorrow

Sh. Oyuun-Erdene: If you submit it at the last minute and insist that it must be approved, what’s the point of the Parliament and passing laws?

After Z. Dashdavaa's Term Extension, Three Anti-Corruption Agency Commissioners Appointed as Directors at "Erdenes Tavantolgoi"

More than 37,000 Citizens Sign Petition to Remove Prime Minister L. Oyun-Erdene from Office

Parliament's Plenary Session Has Commenced

Ch. LodoySambuu: If this were not a democratic country, the government would even show a tendency to use guns and weapons against protesting youth

The MPP, which wins by having ballots filled completely, is persuading the DP: "Let's not accept the Constitutional Court's conclusion. It's beneficial for both our parties"

N. Nomtoibayar: I see a situation where the Prime Minister himself will bring the impeachment issue to Parliament

A. Ariunzaya: As attacks involving children are being used for dirty politics, regulating social media is necessary

Economy

Khabarovsk Economic Forum: New Opportunities for Cooperation

United Airlines' July and August Flights Are Sold Out

Participating in the International Organization of Securities Commissions Meeting

Coal Exports Decreased

It is Planned to Maintain 6 Percent Economic Growth Next Year

Contracts Signed to Supply Cashmere to Factories

Gold Price Has Increased Since the Beginning of the Year

E. Batshugar: Economic Growth Must Have a Real Impact on Every Citizen's Life

Tugrik Savings Reach 21.9 Trillion Tugrik

Diplomacy

D.Amarbayasgalan: The Ministry of Foreign Affairs Must Pay Special Attention to Citizens Being Turned Back at the South Korean Border

Prime Minister L. Oyun-Erdene Visits Gantsmod Port in Inner Mongolia, China

37 Foreign Citizens Deported

Our Country Has Sent 23 Thousand Soldiers to Peacekeeping Missions

"The South Korean Customs Officials Who Treated Us Unjustly and Violated Human Rights Must Be Held Accountable"

B.Battsetseg: Some of Our Citizens Are Being Sent Back from the Korean Border Due to Inconsistent Statements or Not Knowing Their Destination Address

E. Munkhzul: Mongolian and Indian scholars have written many wonderful stories in the history of bilateral relations

Infrastructure

Report: Construction of the Railway Stalled for 21 Years Has Begun

L. Oyun-Erdene: The Major Construction of the Gashuunsukhait-Gantsmod Railway, Ranked First Among Government Mega-Projects, Has Been Launched

Cold water will be restricted at night for households and businesses around 120 Myangat and the 19th khoroolol

Fourth Phase of Oil Refinery Project Initiated

CENTER: The 11th Heat Supply Source to be Implemented in Collaboration with the Private Sector

O.Shijir: Are we a supercountry that can build two large factories in one year? Set realistic deadlines

Hot Water Supply to be Restricted for 14 Days in the Following Locations

The Tender for Repairing the Dalanzadgad-Mandalgovi Road Has Been Announced for the Second Time

Road from 'MT' Gas Station in the 10th District to Railway University's Intersection to be Closed

Schedule of Power Outages in Six Districts of the Capital on May 16

'It's strange that gossip emerges every time we talk about mega-projects and border connections'

The Road from 10th Microdistrict to the Railway University Will Be Closed Tomorrow from 11:00 PM

Traffic to Open Next Month on Road Section from Shadivlan to Dambadarjaa

Repair Work on 4.5 Kilometer Stretch of Övör Güntiin Road Starts Tomorrow; Road Will Be Closed for Four Days After Replacing Base

Society

Mongolia Announced Among Countries That Developed Plans to Reduce Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear Risks

“Ulaanbaatar Travel Expo 2025” to be held at Ulaanbaatar Hotel this weekend

Father of S. Altantuya, Who Died in Malaysia, S. Shaariibuu to Receive 'Peace Award' Today

Environment

Wildfire Situation Worsens in Russian Regions Bordering Mongolia

International Conference on "Gender Equality and Climate Change" to be Held

Proposals Sought for Establishing a Waste-to-Energy Plant by Incinerating Household Waste

SELENGE: 10 million trees to be planted this year

South Korea Destroys Non-compliant Cars, Offers Subsidies to Owners

Innovation

Khan Bank Leads in 3 Categories for Innovation in Digital Services and Customer Experience

“Recycling Academia” Opens in Mongolia

Health

NCCD: Confirmed Cases of Measles Reach 1,891

B.Odontuya: I am Complainant to the Government and 'Tavantolgoi Fuel' For Losing Six Family Members at Once Due to Compressed Fuel /VIDEO/

Nine People Diagnosed with HIV/AIDS Infection Since the Beginning of the Year

Arts

Mongol Scholar John Man Launches His New Book About the Xiongnu Empire at the University of London

Japanese Journalist Ide Hirohiko to Give Lecture at the Mongolia-Japan Center

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