Mongolia News Summary for November 17, 2024
The following news articles are the opinions of their authors and publications. They are presented here as translations for informational purposes and do not necessarily represent the opinion of Mongolia Strategy Center or its members.
Today's Stories
Politics
- Minister Kh. Nyambaatar: I am not afraid of brokers who have collected a few pennies! If you dare, come here and protest
- Statement from the NHRC regarding pressure on civil servants following election results
- The Mayor of Ulaanbaatar's Operational Program for 2024-2028 Approved
- APU JSC and Tavan Bogd Group Owners Compete for MNCCI Presidency
- New Young Members in the Great State Khural Challenge the Established Figures from the 1960s
Economy
- State Bank Selected as One of the Top State-Owned Enterprises
- Jüür Ür LLC Recognized as One of the TOP-100 Enterprises
- The highest price for beef cattle is 2 million MNT in Övörkhangai
Infrastructure
- Plan to Launch Fifth Power Plant to Increase Energy Supply
- Kh. Nyambaatar: The Tender for the Fifth Thermal Power Plant Will Be Announced in the First Quarter of 2025
- The Feasibility Study for the Fifth Power Plant is Ready
- Two BRT Lines to Be Put into Operation Over the Next Four Years
- Road Expansion from Camel Statue to North End of Peace Bridge
- Kh. Nyambaatar: "In the next four years, we will complete two BRT or dedicated bus lines"
- Relocating 'Naran Tuul' Market Proposed, With High-Speed Road Development At Its End
- Kh. Nyambaatar: Metro will operate at a depth of approximately 25-35 meters
- Changes in the Planning of Major Market and Commercial Centers
Society
- Two Mongolian Citizens Arrested for Theft in Thailand, One Still Being Sought
- Sub-Council on Ensuring the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Held a Meeting
- URGENT: B. Yumjirdulam, convicted of "spreading false information", is being re-investigated for "threatening citizens with a knife"
- SELENGE: Discussion on the Status of Human Rights Implementation Held
- Volunteers to Rescue Trapped Illegal Miners
Environment
- Selenge: G.Galbadrakh: Proposals to reduce disaster risk based on stakeholder participation are being developed
- Roads Iced Over Due to Snowfall
Innovation
Health
- Warning: What to consider when buying meat during an outbreak of anthrax
- 330 Students of "Tsonjin Cyber Boarding" School to Receive Daily Milk and Yogurt
Sports
- MongolZ Team Members Return to Their Homeland to Celebrate with Supporters
- Athletes Awarded "Golden Star" Medals for Olympic Medals This Summer
- The "MongolZ" Team Returns to Meet Fans
- Dota 2 National Teams World Championship Begins Today
- The Nickname of Track and Field Master Ts. Radnaa is “The White Gazelle’s Fawn”
- The MongolZ Team Will Meet Their Fans This Month
Arts
- A Special Exhibition of Marco Polo Opened at the Genghis Khan Museum
- Sukhbaatar: Winners of the 'Humun Bichig - All People's Script' Contest Announced
- G. Ganzorig: I started summarizing movies so busy people can save time and it resonated well, garnering 400,000 followers
Politics
Minister Kh. Nyambaatar: I am not afraid of brokers who have collected a few pennies! If you dare, come here and protest
Published: 2024-11-16 | Translated from: gogo.mn
To reduce traffic congestion in Ulaanbaatar, the City Council (NITKH) issued resolution number 18 of 2024, setting a limit of 730,000 for the number of vehicle registration numbers to be issued in the capital area. More than 37,000 cars have been ordered by traders to be imported into Mongolia through the Tianjin port in China. The Association of Car Traders and Business Owners and the Eco Car Importers Association organized a protest against the City Council resolution at the front of the city's main office in Yarmag. The mayor was absent, so they did not meet with him. Minister of Justice and Home Affairs Nyambaatar addressed the car traders and said, "I am not afraid of brokers who have collected a few pennies! If you dare, come here and protest. I also have something to say." "I have a Prius-20, and I'm now not allowed to upgrade to a Prius-30," someone commented. Minister of Justice and Home Affairs O. Altangerel did not fully prohibit the regulation issued by the capital. The regulation approved by the mayor was seen as violating human rights by the Minister of Justice and Home Affairs. What can be done with motorists in Ulaanbaatar who do not pay their fines? One possible option is to confiscate their license plates.
Statement from the NHRC regarding pressure on civil servants following election results
Published: 2024-11-16 | Translated from: isee.mn
In response to the increased pressure on state officials related to the results of the ICT elections, the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has issued a statement. Complaints and reports have been received by the NHRC regarding civil servants being discriminated against, dismissed, or pressured due to their political beliefs following the 2024 regular elections of Citizens' Representatives across provinces, the capital city, soums, and districts. In connection with these complaints and reports, a warning statement was issued to the chairpersons of Citizens' Representatives Khurals, Governors, and officials with the authority to appoint and dismiss personnel at all levels of state organizations. It is a fundamental principle of human rights, as guaranteed by Article 14(2) of the Constitution of Mongolia and Article 26 of the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights, to not discriminate against individuals based on social origin, status, or beliefs. The Law on Civil Service stipulates in Article 31.4 that "...A citizen who meets the requirements for a particular civil service position cannot be discriminated against based on nationality, race, color, age, sex, social origin, status, property, occupation, position, religion, beliefs, or affiliation with a political party or other public organizations." Along with this, under the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights Article 25 and the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights Article 7, citizens have the right to operate in civil service on the basis of equality, without discrimination in labor relations, and to protection against unemployment. Restricting civil servants' rights based on political beliefs, party affiliations, or associations is a violation of human rights. Such actions disrupt the professionalism, continuity, and productivity of civil service, leading to instability in government service, which ultimately undermines democracy and hinders national development. The second part of Article 1 of the Constitution of Mongolia outlines that "Democratic values, justice, freedom, equality, national unity, and supremacy of law are fundamental principles guiding state activities" and emphasizes adherence to these principles to prevent decisions that infringe on human rights. It is mandated by the Civil Service law Articles 66.1.3 and 66.1.4 that, upon receiving complaints and information from individuals, organizations, and officials, the selection and appointment processes for genuine civil servants must be reviewed, detected violations must be rectified within a timeframe, and any decisions violating the law must be annulled. Monitoring compliance with the Civil Service Law and the merit-based principle in human resources audits of state organization activities is within the Council of Civil Service's full rights and responsibilities. Ensuring non-discrimination of civil servants based on opinion and political party affiliation is a monitored aspect under Article 7 of the Law on the National Human Rights Commission, which oversees policy and systemic enforcement.
The Mayor of Ulaanbaatar's Operational Program for 2024-2028 Approved
Published: 2024-11-16 | Translated from: gogo.mn
An extraordinary session of the Ulaanbaatar City Council was held yesterday, where the operational program for 2024-2028 of the Governor of the capital and Mayor of Ulaanbaatar was discussed and approved with 66.7% of the council representatives voting in favor. The core policy of the program is aimed at reducing air pollution and traffic congestion, according to the "20-minute city" concept for Ulaanbaatar, which seeks to provide residents access to basic social services within a 20-minute distance from their place of residence. The program project outlines five policies, 25 goals, 220 objectives, and the expected outcomes. These include: - Regional development policy with 5 goals and 69 objectives - Human development policy with 5 goals and 38 objectives - Economic policy with 5 goals and 12 objectives - Green development policy with 5 goals and 23 objectives - Governance policy with 5 goals and 42 objectives Additionally, within the framework of the policies included in the program, 12 major projects and measures that need urgent resolution for socio-economic benefits will be implemented. For instance, the "Metro" project to construct a high-capacity public transport system along the Peace Avenue from Tolgoit to Amgalan over a span of 17.7 km will commence. The project to build a 4.2 km long "Cable Car Transport" over the Tuul River from Yarmag to Kharkhorin will begin. The "New Ring Road" and "Tuul's Express Highway" construction projects will also be initiated. Integrated urban planning will allow 20,000 household complexes to access governmental and social services in the Selbe and Bayankhoshuu sub-centers. The phased implementation to expand and modernize the Thermal Power Plants II and III and increase the capacity of power sources will proceed. The Bӧrӧljytyn power station will be expanded to 600 MW. The construction work to complete a battery storage power plant with a capacity of 50 MW or 200 MWh in Baganuur District will be finalized. Facilities for drying and incinerating sludge will be put into operation. The construction work to build a waste incineration energy plant with a capacity to produce 20 MW of electricity will start. Press, Information and Public Relations Department of the Mayor's Office
APU JSC and Tavan Bogd Group Owners Compete for MNCCI Presidency
Published: 2024-11-16 | Translated from: isee.mn
The President of the Mongolian National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MNCCI), D. Enkhtuvshin, was elected to the State Great Hural (Parliament) of Mongolia on the list of the Mongolian People's Party, and he has been in office for over four months now. However, as the law prohibits a member of parliament from holding dual positions, D. Enkhtuvshin decided to resign from his position as the president of MNCCI. Therefore, in order to appoint the next president, MNCCI has scheduled an extraordinary 22nd Congress to be held on November 28, 2024. For the position of the next president of MNCCI, P. Batsaikhan, the President of Shunkhlai Holding LLC and Chairman of the Board of Directors of APU JSC, along with Ts. Baatarsaikhan, President of Tavan Bogd Group and a member of the Board of Directors of Gobi JSC, are competing. Also running against them is T. Duuren, the Executive Director of MNCCI. Notably, MNCCI aims to improve the business environment by ensuring business participation and establishing a dialogue mechanism between the public and private sectors. Previously, individuals at the "executive level," such as O. Amartuvshin and D. Enkhtuvshin, have competed and served as the president of MNCCI. This time, it is remarkable that the owners of major taxpayer groups in Mongolia are competing.
New Young Members in the Great State Khural Challenge the Established Figures from the 1960s
Published: 2024-11-16 | Translated from: isee.mn
The 2024 regular elections of the Great State Khural were held using a mixed electoral system, resulting in a parliament with 126 members elected for the first time, and a majority of these, 80 members, were fresh faces. As the autumn session continues, the new parliament is discussing and passing its initial bills. During these discussions, new young members are voicing their opinions and strongly criticizing the veteran members who have been elected to parliament for many consecutive terms, indicating that a "new breeze" is blowing through the Great State Khural, thereby proving that the decision to increase the parliament to 126 members was a wise one. Notably, during the autumn session meetings, new members from the 1980s, such as P. Sainzorig, J. Shijir, and N. Batsumberel, are boldly speaking out against veteran members like Ts. Davaasuren, Kh. Battulga, and S. Ganbaatar, who have been elected to the Khural 3 to 5 times. During the discussion of the 2025 budget proposal, new young members strongly voiced their concerns and severely criticized the extravagant government. Members such as D. Enkhtuvshin, J. Bayarmaa, and G. Temuulen led the opposition, demanding that the government withdraw its budget proposal and reduce expenses, specifically requesting a 3.6 trillion MNT cut in the upcoming year's budget. Unlike their senior counterparts, who were divided between the DP and MPP, these young members did not make such distinctions and focused solely on critiquing the overly extravagant government. Though they gathered considerable support and signatures from other members, they did not achieve a majority. However, Speaker of the Great State Khural D. Amarbayasgalan proposed making budget amendments, emphasizing the need for a deficit-free budget with reduced unproductive expenditures. Furthermore, for the first time, Prime Minister L. Oyun-Erdene went to the Ministry of Finance, holding a meeting and instructing them to pass a balanced budget. While deficits were a common occurrence in previous years, never before has the Prime Minister personally instructed the passage of a deficit-free budget. Specifically, Prime Minister L. Oyun-Erdene went to the Ministry of Finance and listened to the detailed presentation on fiscal policy by Finance Minister B. Javkhlan. During this time, Prime Minister L. Oyun-Erdene remarked, "The 2025 budget is the first prepared by the 126-member parliament formed through a mixed electoral system. Therefore, it focuses on regional development rather than the practice of slicing the budget to constituencies. Several members of the Great State Khural have voiced criticisms about the tendency to increase constituency budgets and decrease expenditures, which is a positive outcome of the new system. We need to address the public criticism related to the 2025 budget and make necessary adjustments. Decisions should be based on objective analyses and careful research. We must strive to pass a budget without deficits in the future." Thus, the courage, goals, and voices of new members have achieved, if only slightly, what they set out to do, causing public criticism and demands from new members to alarm the Prime Minister, prompting him to instruct his Ministry of Finance to correct their mistakes and focus on presenting a budget without deficits. Additionally, this week's parliamentary session discussed amendments to the Nuclear Energy Law. Again, members like Ts. Davaasuren and S. Ganbaatar, known for opposing foreign investment, spoke out, portraying yellowcake as a weapon that could poison and kill people, proposing to set the base AMNAT (Additional Mineral Royalties) to an unprecedented 9%. Notably, Ts. Davaasuren, head of the Budget Committee last week during the committee meeting, proposed raising the base AMNAT from 5% to 9% and received support from other committee members. Meanwhile, Member of Parliament S. Ganbaatar stated, "Our members say uranium is safe. This is radioactive mineral material. It is said to inject 15,000 tons of sulfuric acid into the earth annually to extract it. How arrogant. I trust my fellow members to vote with the courage to live in Ulaanbadrakh. It's a serious, dangerous issue. I will persist in opposing this sulfuric acid until the end, and investors must be aware that this issue is being debated in the Great State Khural." Their statements amount to an effort to stop the uranium project and halt foreign investment. For the past decade, S. Ganbaatar has consistently argued over Oyu Tolgoi, politicized, and tirelessly worked to obstruct investment. In response, during the parliamentary session, Member of Parliament N. Batsumberel issued a stern response: "For those who have sat in the Great State Khural for many years and act as if they know everything, it’s time to stop. Stop posing as patriots while working against the nation's interests. Brother Ganbaa, it's time to take off your mask. We must see through those who fake patriotism with false performances and populism. We've been protecting and encouraging each other like this for many years in parliament. Someone initiated this in their own committee, possibly based on presence. But in the full AbBagbT (Anti-Budget Baseline Guidelines Board) committee meeting, most agreed and endorsed carrying out the project as initiated. Therefore, opposing Ts. Davaasuren's proposal to increase the base AMNAT to 9% is proper. If implemented, foreign investment will halt, as has been pointed out." This is correct. Supporting Ts. Davaasuren's proposal to raise the base AMNAT to 9% is pointed out as leading to a cessation of foreign investment. Likewise, Member of Parliament P. Sainzorig strongly opposed Ts. Davaasuren's proposal, stating, "Opposing the proposal by Minister Ts. Davaasuren is disappointing. To say you are for the people, then vote contrary to the nation's ownership of its resources is regrettable. Therefore, those who vote in support of this proposal today align with the people's fundamental rights and interests as stipulated in the Constitution to benefit from their natural resources. Hence, spreading false information as if arguing against it makes you unpatriotic and objectionable. Generally, the method of collecting Kazakhstan’s AMNAT is different. Even if we priced it today, we would collect a 14% AMNAT. In other words, Kazakhstan retrieves profits rather than sales, and one can ask professional bodies and compare. In the future, we aspire to support foreign and domestic investment, indicating openness to foreign investment in Mongolia through our member votes." Furthermore, a member of Parliament Ö. Shijir said, "Learning from past mistakes is crucial. Is there a guarantee we won't repeat the Han Resources error from 2009? At the time, a month before the visit of Dmitry Medvedev from Russia to Mongolia, the uranium license held by a Canadian company was canceled and given to a Russian-Mongolian joint venture, creating a political issue. On another occasion, Russia promised to build a small nuclear power plant in Mongolia but did not follow through. Such promises now again are doubtful. Therefore, we need to implement large-scale projects with our third neighbor." In this way, new, young members born in 1980 did not split into MPP, DP factions. They were not afraid of their senior counterparts nor intimidated by their party leaders. They solely aimed to reduce extravagant budgets, increase foreign investment, and legislate independently of populists entrenched in the parliament for years. They demanded a balanced budget, even causing the Prime Minister to be concerned. When it came to enacting the Nuclear Energy Law, they strongly criticized moves that could delay investment while appealing to the people's name, ultimately leading to the proposal's rejection. This demonstrates that the parliament elected through the mixed electoral system did not produce an unwise decision.
Economy
State Bank Selected as One of the Top State-Owned Enterprises
Published: 2024-11-16 | Translated from: ikon.mn
The State Bank, a supporter of green development, has been selected as one of the top state-owned enterprises on the eve of its 15th anniversary. The Government of Mongolia and the Mongolian National Chamber of Commerce and Industry, in collaboration, have evaluated the best domestic enterprises for the 24th year, and the State Bank has ranked fourth among the top state-owned companies. For the past 10 years, the State Bank has led in contributing to the development of the country, employment, taxes paid to the state budget, and profitability, thus receiving the top enterprise award. The State Bank, with over 500 branches nationwide, provides safe and reliable banking services to 2 million customers, and as of 2023, has reached a total asset size of 5,368.3 billion MNT. It has met the prudential ratio requirements set by the Bank of Mongolia in terms of capital adequacy, quick liquidity, and other indicators, achieving a profit of 94.8 billion MNT. Additionally, the State Bank, welcoming its 15th anniversary, has initiated a goal to become a bank that supports green development and leads the way in sustainable development. We express our gratitude to our valued customers, partner organizations, and shareholders for your trust. With confidence in a Green Future. Notice: When using our information in any form (Television, Radio, Social Media, and Websites), the source (ikon.mn) must be cited.
Jüür Ür LLC Recognized as One of the TOP-100 Enterprises
Published: 2024-11-16 | Translated from: ikon.mn
The Government of Mongolia and the Mongolian National Chamber of Commerce and Industry have jointly organized the TOP-100 Businesses ranking and celebration event for the 23rd year. Among the food production companies selected for this year's TOP-100, the national cake and bakery manufacturer Jüür Ür LLC has once again been recognized. The ranking of the 100 enterprises was conducted in collaboration with the Ministry of Finance, the General Department of Taxation, the General Customs Authority, the Social Insurance General Office, the Financial Regulatory Commission, and the National Statistics Office, evaluating not only tax payments but also social insurance contributions, employment, investments, and sales revenue. Jüür Ür LLC ranked: 88th in sales revenue, 69th in tax payments, 12th in the number of insured persons, 52nd in profit, and 59th in assets, achieving an overall ranking of 34th. In 2023, Jüür Ür LLC aimed to expand its operations and bring itself closer to its consumers by increasing the number of jobs and improving conditions for employees to work happily by raising salary levels. They increased their tax contributions to the national budget, paying a total of # billion MNT in taxes to the state. Within the scope of social responsibility, they have successfully implemented projects focused on "Children's Education," "Children's Health," and "Children's Safety." They have also set objectives to enhance eco-friendly waste management, the use of renewable energy, and the activation of environmental restoration activities. "This achievement, which makes a valuable contribution to the development and improvement of the country, is the collective success of over 1,400 employees working together with a shared purpose, our esteemed consumers, and our partners valuing collaboration," the company's leaders proudly stated. Warning: When using our information in any form in media organizations (Television, Radio, Social and Web pages), you must cite the source (ikon.mn).
The highest price for beef cattle is 2 million MNT in Övörkhangai
Published: 2024-11-16 | Translated from: montsame.mn
In Arvaikheer during the winter season, the price of meat has been examined. Mongolian young cattle are mostly priced at 1.5 million MNT, while barren cows and young oxen have reached 2 million MNT. Barren yaks range from 1.5 to 1.7 million, and young yaks are priced at 1.3 million MNT. Horses, depending on age, are priced between 800,000 and 1 million MNT, with horse meat priced on average at 9,000 MNT per kilogram. Beef with bone is being sold at 13,000 MNT per kilogram, and mutton is priced at 8,000 MNT per kilogram. In Arvaikheer's morning street market, the prices are as follows: milk is priced at 5,000-6,000 MNT, pot cream is 18,000-20,000 MNT, kilogram cream is 38,000 MNT, yogurt is 6,000 MNT, curd is 5,000-7,000 MNT, fermented milk is 7,000-8,000 MNT, and curd cheese ranges from 25,000 to 45,000 MNT.
Infrastructure
Plan to Launch Fifth Power Plant to Increase Energy Supply
Published: 2024-11-16 | Translated from: isee.mn
The Mayor of Ulaanbaatar City, Kh. Nyambaatar, provided information on projects, measures, and policy planning to be implemented in the coming years. He stated, "To compare Ulaanbaatar's heat supply issue to a car, it is like driving with the warning light on, in an emergency state. In the future, the sources of energy and heat supply will be increased. The State Registry has taken the name of the Fifth Power Plant as a local government-owned company's name. Soon, according to the Savings Law, if a new company is established, it will require approval from the government during its meeting. The feasibility study for the 300 MW power plant done by the Power China company has been reviewed by the Ministry of Energy and officially handed over to us. It will be built behind the Second Power Plant. Within the framework of public-private partnership, the tender will be announced by the first quarter of next year."
Kh. Nyambaatar: The Tender for the Fifth Thermal Power Plant Will Be Announced in the First Quarter of 2025
Published: 2024-11-16 | Translated from: ikon.mn
Kh. Nyambaatar, the mayor of the city, provided information today on the projects, measures, and policy planning to be implemented in the coming years. He stated that "the 2024-2028 action program of the mayor of Ulaanbaatar is divided into the following policies: Regional Development Policy, Human Development Policy, Economic Policy, Green Development Policy, and Governance Policy." To give brief information about Ulaanbaatar, the first general plan was approved in 1954, planning for our city to have about 500,000 people. Since then, the general plan was updated in 1962, 1974, 1986, 2000, and 2013. According to the 1974 calculations, it was approved for a population of about 600,000 and with the capacity to handle 84,000 vehicles. However, due to the social transitions that have sharply increased since the 1990s, the statistics in 2000 showed that Ulaanbaatar had a population of 700,000, and as of today, the registered population has reached 1.8 million. Including temporary residents, it has become a large city with nearly two million people living in it. As a result, the energy, infrastructure, roads, and network systems initially planned for 500,000 people can no longer meet the needs of a city with two million people. Over the past years, fundamental issues have not been resolved, and many things have been neglected in favor of cutting ribbons for elections. Notably, no new energy sources have been added in Ulaanbaatar since 1984. The most recent development was the construction of the Amgalan Thermal Station in 2014, which was expanded this year, yet the city's thermal issue remains at a "yellow light" level, to put it in automotive terms. In terms of energy, we are questioning how our city will get through this winter. Recently, with our first issued internal bond, we invested in the Borooglin Thermal Power Plant. After acceptance by the state commission, it will add 150 MW to Ulaanbaatar's central energy system. An additional 150 MW contract was also made for next year. It is planned that the 50 MW capacity Khurimtluur Station in the Bagakhangai District will be operational by the first week of next month. Unfortunately, even with these stations becoming operational, Ulaanbaatar's energy shortage will not be resolved. Therefore, our top priority is to increase our energy and thermal supply sources. We recently obtained the name of the Fifth Thermal Power Plant through the local government's registration organization. Soon it will be discussed in the government meeting, and the tender for a thermal power plant with a capacity of 300 MW will be announced within the first quarter of next year. It will be located behind the Second Power Plant, and this work is being overseen by the first deputy of the capital city's governor, T. Davaadalai.
The Feasibility Study for the Fifth Power Plant is Ready
Published: 2024-11-16 | Translated from: gogo.mn
According to T. Davaadalai, the First Deputy Mayor of the capital city, the population of the city has reached 1.8 million. Including temporary residents, it reaches two million. However, due to a shortage of energy resources, electricity was restricted last year. Experts in the energy sector have warned that alongside electricity restrictions, heat restrictions may also occur this year. The new city administration presented their plans for the next four years to journalists today. Several infrastructure and transportation projects will be implemented by 2028. Among these is the construction of the Fifth Power Plant. The long-pending project is said to be feasible for joint construction with private companies, as announced by J. Odjargal, chairman of the board of MCS Group, at the Mongolian Economic Forum. Mayor Kh. Nyambaatar stated, "We have completed the feasibility study for the 5th plant. It will be located within the compound of the 2nd power plant, on the ash field. We now need to get approval from the government, and will announce the bidding in the beginning of next year. The project will be overseen by the First Deputy Mayor T. Davaadalai." The feasibility study for this 300 MW capacity plant was conducted by China Energy Company from China. The Booroljuut power plant was commissioned last month. A state commission team is working on accepting the first 150 MW section of the plant. With this, the plant will begin supplying products to the Central Energy System from next month.
Two BRT Lines to Be Put into Operation Over the Next Four Years
Published: 2024-11-16 | Translated from: ikon.mn
Ulaanbaatar City Mayor Kh. Nyambaatar provided information today regarding the city’s transportation developments. He focused on the special route bus (BRT), light rail, and large capacity public transport lines such as the metro, as well as the new ring road.
It is planned to put two special route bus lines into operation between 2024 and 2028. Mayor Kh. Nyambaatar described, "The first line will start from Tolgoit in the Songinokhairkhan district, proceed via the back road of the Trauma Hospital, lay the special route through the third and fourth neighborhoods, go down via Tasganii Ovoo, and continue northwards via Sangiin Khotol, ending at the Narantuul Trade Center.
The second line is planned to run from Yarmag to the Camel Statue and return. Currently, it is not possible to build the special route into the city center. For example, the Peace Bridge has only two lanes in each direction. If one lane of the narrow four-lane two-way road is dedicated to special route buses, traffic congestion will increase further. Therefore, it is planned to expand the bridge and make the road from the Camel Statue to Sukhbaatar Square a total of six lanes," he explained.
Continuing, he explained about the light rail (LRT). He stated, "The LRT, which has become a political issue, will have only one line. It will start from the Zunjin Trade Center, with the final station being Sukhbaatar Square. The reason for the final stop being Sukhbaatar Square is because we plan to have the public transport hub here. The cost of the LRT is ten times less than the metro and can be completed in three years. There is a need to resolve issues related to land acquisition among citizens.
Additionally, the tender for the Tuul Expressway will be announced by next month. Since there are fewer disputes over land acquisition, this task will proceed more quickly. The road will extend from the end of the Nalaikh road, running along the northern bank of the Tuul River, and connect to the Darkhan Expressway. A total of 33 km of road is planned to be four-lane, with a total of eight intersections. To avoid repeating past mistakes, engineering preparations were carried out for the first time in the past 30 days.
The new ring expressway and Yarmag to Kharkhorin cable transport work are disputed. The cable transport is supposed to be completed by next year, but there are issues with the enterprise. They do not complete their work on time and always find excuses. Anyway, the first track will be built, and whether to create a second track will be decided based on citizen opinions," he highlighted.
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Road Expansion from Camel Statue to North End of Peace Bridge
Published: 2024-11-16 | Translated from: gogo.mn
A team led by City Mayor Kh. Nyambaatar will implement infrastructure projects in the city until 2028. Two-level roads will be built. Naadam Bridge will have two-level roads. The name of this bridge has not been finalized. Removing the cable-stayed design from the bridge will save 100 billion MNT, so it has been removed from the plans. An agreement was reached with "NCD Construction," a construction company of Nomin Group, which previously occupied the land in front of the bridge. This bridge will allow direct access from the new airport to Kharkhorin. The road from the Camel Statue to the northern end of Peace Bridge will be expanded. Both the road and the bridge will be widened. Work on Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) and light rail, or tram, will begin next year. With the operation of the metro, road traffic capacity will increase by 25%, and traffic intensity will decrease by 16%. Following international examples, underground commercial service centers will emerge in the metro infrastructure, creating a new business environment. The long-discussed Tuul Expressway project will commence. The speed of vehicles traveling the Darkhan-Zamiin-Uud route will increase. In line with international standards, commercial centers will be established along the expressway route. As part of this work, an agreement was reached with the management of the "Naran Tuul" International Trade Center to relocate it to the end of the expressway. Tenders for this road will be announced next month. The total length of the road will be 33 km, with a four-lane configuration. To start these projects next spring, meetings will be held with road and steel rebar supplier companies to explore possibilities for setting prices during the project period. The Mayor also pointed out the mistakes of the long-delayed Darkhan Road. Efforts will be made to avoid repeating these mistakes.
Kh. Nyambaatar: "In the next four years, we will complete two BRT or dedicated bus lines"
Published: 2024-11-16 | Translated from: isee.mn
The mayor of the city of Ulaanbaatar and governor of the capital, Kh. Nyambaatar, shared information about projects, measures, and policy planning to be implemented in the coming years. He said, "In the next four years, we will complete two BRT or dedicated bus lines. The first line will start from the head of Songinokhairkhan district, go behind the trauma hospital, pass through the middle of the 3rd and 4th micro-districts, go down through Tasgan Ovoo, take the northern bypass, and descend through Sansar to reach the Naran Tuul market. The other line will run from the Buyant-Ukhaa area across the Yarmag road, cross the bridge and return from the camel statue. Because the current Enkh Tayvan Bridge traffic lane is two cars with one lane. Therefore, dedicating one of the narrow lanes with two flows and four lanes to the bus line would make traffic congestion uncontrollable. Hence, we plan to announce a project design tender to widen the Enkh Tayvan Bridge and make the entire road from the camel statue to the square six lanes wide."
Relocating 'Naran Tuul' Market Proposed, With High-Speed Road Development At Its End
Published: 2024-11-16 | Translated from: gogo.mn
The Governor of the Capital City and Mayor of Ulaanbaatar, H. Nymbaatar, has provided the public with open information on the construction projects to be carried out in the coming years within the "20-minute city" concept. From 2024 to 2028, the capital will introduce a high-capacity multi-modal transport system and reduce congestion by constructing multi-level roads, changing the planning of major market trading centers, and planning ger areas according to international standards. Next year, the work on dedicated bus lanes (BRT) and light rail or tram will begin. Once the Ulaanbaatar metro is operational, road network capacity will increase by 25%, and traffic intensity will decrease by 16%. Additionally, according to international standards, underground shopping centers in metro facilities will be established, creating a new business environment. The long-discussed Tuul Speed Road project will commence. This will increase the traffic speed of vehicles on the Darkhan and Zamiin-Uud routes. Furthermore, along the highway routes, shopping centers will be established in accordance with international standards. In this context, discussions will be held with the management of the "Naran Tuul" international trading center regarding its relocation and establishment at the end of the highway. To prevent flood risks, it is necessary to build 106 kilometers of dams and canals at 64 locations. This work will be funded by domestic financial sources as well as foreign investments, loans, and aid financing. Additionally, it is planned to create adjustable lakes and ponds at the sources of the rivers running through the city. The energy and heating network of Ulaanbaatar city can no longer handle the load. In the last 40 years or so, no significant work has been done to solve the city's energy and heating issues. A new power plant, the Amgalan Power Station, was built 10 years ago and expanded this year. In the coming years, energy and heating supply sources will be increased.
Kh. Nyambaatar: Metro will operate at a depth of approximately 25-35 meters
Published: 2024-11-16 | Translated from: unuudur.mn
The Governor of the Capital City and Mayor of Ulaanbaatar, Kh. Nyambaatar, provided open information to the public regarding upcoming development projects within the "20-Minute City" concept. One of the new high-capacity multimodal transit vehicles to be introduced in Ulaanbaatar's public transport from 2024 to 2028 is the metro. The metro line will extend a total of 17 kilometers from Amgalan to Tolgoit. Mayor Kh. Nyambaatar stated about this, "According to a study conducted by the consulting agency, the construction period in Mongolia generally takes 160-200 days. The time specified above will be required for station assembly and the construction of road and bridge structures. Therefore, it was decided that the metro will run underground, and transportation will occur at a depth of approximately 25-35 meters." Additionally, it is planned to have 14 stations, each providing opportunities for commerce and services. In other words, the mayor emphasized that they are working on granting business owners the right to invest in the station areas. Moreover, to alleviate traffic congestion, the locations of major markets and trade centers are being changed and supported by policy. It is planned to situate the "Da Khuree Auto Trade Center" on the east side of the Tuul Expressway and the "Naran Tuul Trade Center" on the west side. Furthermore, within the next four years, two Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) lines will be implemented. One line is planned to run from the Buyant-Ukhaa area via the Yarmag Road, crossing the bridge, and returning from the 120 Thousand Camel Statue. Since the traffic section of the Peace Bridge consists of two flows with four lanes, if special lane buses start running on the narrow road, congestion will become unmanageable. Therefore, it is said that a tender will be announced for the project to expand the Peace Bridge and make the road from the Camel Statue to the central square six lanes. Additionally, light rail, LRT, and tram are synonymous, and work is being done on preparing the preliminary feasibility study for the tram. A vertical line is planned to be made by the first quarter of next year. This line is planned to run from the Zuunjin Trade Center to Sukhbaatar Square. It is expected to take three years to implement the tram system and cost one-tenth of the metro project budget. Furthermore, all intersecting points of the metro, BRT, and tram are planned to be developed in the central square.
Changes in the Planning of Major Market and Commercial Centers
Published: 2024-11-16 | Translated from: news.mn
The mayor of the city and governor of Ulaanbaatar, H. Nyambaatar, presented the development plans to be implemented in the coming years under the "20-minute city" concept. By 2028, it is planned to introduce a wide variety of high-capacity public transport solutions in the capital and build multi-level roads to reduce congestion. Additionally, the planning of major markets and commercial centers will be changed, and ger districts will be redeveloped to meet international standards. For instance, it was stated that the first step would be to relocate the "Narantuul" international market and negotiate with its management regarding its establishment at the end of a highway.
Society
Two Mongolian Citizens Arrested for Theft in Thailand, One Still Being Sought
Published: 2024-11-16 | Translated from: isee.mn
It has been reported that two citizens of Mongolia were arrested in Thailand for theft after entering the country on a tourist visa, while a search is ongoing for a third suspect. The two Mongolian citizens were arrested in Bangkok for committing theft, as reported by Thai media. The report stated that three foreign suspects entered Thailand on tourist visas and targeted tourists in Bangkok for theft. Two Mongolian nationals were apprehended, while one suspect is still being sought. Specifically, at around 1:00 AM, officers from the "Thong Lor" police department arrested two Mongolian citizens, 35-year-old Sodbayar and 40-year-old Uyangabaatar, who were pickpocketing tourists. A complaint had been filed by a female tourist who had her wallet stolen at the entrance to a restaurant located at "Sukhumvit Soi" 33/1. The police reviewed CCTV footage showing the entire incident, which revealed that the three suspects had committed multiple thefts. The police conducted a patrol in the area, and two suspects were captured when they returned to steal again along the "Sukhumvit" road. During the investigation, it was found that the two suspects entered Thailand on tourist visas and were renting a room in the Phra Khanong and Bang Chak districts. The two suspects confessed to their latest theft. They are being charged with theft, which could result in a prison term of 1-7 years and a fine of 20,000-140,000 baht. Additionally, they must compensate the victims for the stolen property. Meanwhile, the third suspect is still being sought by investigators, who are working to locate them. Source: khaosodenglish.com
Sub-Council on Ensuring the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Held a Meeting
Published: 2024-11-16 | Translated from: unuudur.mn
The Sub-Council responsible for ensuring the rights of persons with disabilities, operating under the Ministry of Road and Transport Development, organized its regular meeting for the fourth quarter of 2024 at the Bayanzurkh Passenger Transport Center (Tenger Plaza). At the Sub-Council's meeting, they discussed: 1. The report on the measures implemented in the road and transport sector to ensure the rights of persons with disabilities in 2024. 2. They reviewed the infrastructure and service accessibility at the Bayanzurkh Passenger Transport Center and provided recommendations. The Bayanzurkh Passenger Transport Center focused on providing accessible services, offering discounts to persons with disabilities, creating guided paths for visually impaired individuals, setting up restrooms according to standards, and establishing rest areas for the elderly and mothers with infants. Additionally, to serve those with hearing impairments, employees have been trained in sign language and are providing services.
URGENT: B. Yumjirdulam, convicted of "spreading false information", is being re-investigated for "threatening citizens with a knife"
Published: 2024-11-16 | Translated from: isee.mn
Citizen B. Yumjirdulam, known as "Udgan Boo" on social media, was investigated by the police under Article 13.14 of the Criminal Code for "spreading false information." She was found guilty by the court and fined 800,000 tögrögs. This was reported earlier. B. Yumjirdulam had made live broadcasts and videos online, insulting and threatening citizen G, along with his elderly mother and family, using inappropriate language. This behavior persisted for an extended period, infringing on their dignity. Consequently, citizen G and his siblings filed a complaint with the legal authorities, which the court eventually addressed. Currently, according to a source, the police have initiated another investigation on B. Yumjirdulam. It was clarified that during her live broadcasts on social media, she allegedly slandered citizens of a specific district in Khövsgöl province without basis and threatened them with various kinds of knives, further infringing on their dignity. As a result, local citizens lodged a complaint with the legal authorities, prompting the Khövsgöl aimag police department to start an investigation on B. Yumjirdulam. Further updates on this matter will be provided.
SELENGE: Discussion on the Status of Human Rights Implementation Held
Published: 2024-11-16 | Translated from: montsame.mn
The discussion and training on the "Status of Human Rights Implementation in Relation to Prevention from Torture and Inhumane Treatment" is being organized in Selenge province. The event is being held in commemoration of the 40th anniversary of the adoption of the UN Convention Against Torture. During the discussion, D. Gantulga, the local representative of the National Human Rights Commission of Mongolia in Selenge, provided information on "The Right to be Free from Torture," while O. Yanjinlkham, the supervising prosecutor and legal advisor at the Provincial Prosecutor’s Office, delivered training on "Understanding the Crime of Torture as Defined in Article 21.12 of the Criminal Code." Investigators, criminal investigators, and officials with the authority to handle administrative offenses in the province are participating in the event. The discussion is organized jointly by the Selenge Police Department, the Provincial Prosecutor's Office, and D. Gantulga, the local representative of the National Human Rights Commission in Selenge.
Volunteers to Rescue Trapped Illegal Miners
Published: 2024-11-16 | Translated from: news.mn
A month ago, illegal miners deliberately entered an abandoned gold mine in South Africa to extract remaining gold and minerals. Some of the miners are illegal immigrants and fear deportation, so they have refused to cooperate with authorities. They are not trapped in the mine but are not willing to come out voluntarily. Authorities have taken a firm stance due to the miners' deliberate entry into the shaft at Stilfontein and have halted food and water supplies. There was even talk earlier this week about using smoke to force them out. The miners, deprived of food and supplies, are surviving by consuming vinegar and toothpaste. Local residents pleaded with authorities to aid the miners, but their requests were denied. Consequently, a group of 50 volunteers, divided into three groups, have entered the mine to bring them out. It takes approximately one hour to rescue each individual. One volunteer, Lebogang Maiane, stated, "The government is completely indifferent to the right to life of the illegal miners underground. This is a matter of life and death." Illegal mineral miners are called "zama zamas," meaning "those who try their luck" in Zulu. South Africa is rich in minerals, making it rife with illegal mining. Furthermore, illegal mining costs the government hundreds of millions of dollars in losses annually. In recent years, many mines in South Africa have closed. Illegal miners have moved into these mines and conducted mining operations for months. A small economy has formed around selling them food, tobacco, and other goods. South African President Khumbudzo Ntshavheni stated on Wednesday, "We will not be sending aid to them, we will pressure them." Police hesitate to enter the mine because some underground individuals may be armed. Over the past few days, more than 1,000 individuals have emerged due to hunger and dehydration and have been arrested. Many miners spend months underground in dangerous conditions, taking risks to provide for their families.
Environment
Selenge: G.Galbadrakh: Proposals to reduce disaster risk based on stakeholder participation are being developed
Published: 2024-11-16 | Translated from: montsame.mn
We spoke with Colonel G. Galbadrakh, head of the Selenge Province Emergency Management Department and a doctoral student in disaster studies at the DHS. -Greetings to you on this day. Recently, you held a scientific, theoretical, and practical conference for the first time on the theme “Participation of stakeholders and urgent issues in reducing disaster risk in the border region of Selenge province.” What was the main goal of this event? Your presentation mentioned that the disaster risk ranking of the province was established. Could you start by talking about that? -Thank you. By organizing this scientific conference, the aim was to study and present issues related to reducing disaster risk in the Selenge province and border regions, and to introduce proposals to the relevant organizations to incorporate disaster risk reduction into local development policies, thereby increasing the role and participation of stakeholders in the implementation based on scientific research results. Selenge province is part of the Hangay and Khentii mountainous region and includes border areas. It is distinctive for being a major resource for Mongolia's forests, minerals, water, and food. This highlights the strategic importance of the region for Mongolia. The disaster risk research conducted for Selenge province has defined the current state of disasters, hazardous events, and accidents, determining the preparedness level of the local disaster prevention national service and professional groups. Based on the outline assessment of the province's disaster risk, the risk ranking of the soums was also determined. The results of this research have led to the development of proposals to reduce the disaster risk in Selenge province and border areas based on stakeholder participation. Selenge province has 41.1 thousand square kilometers of territory and holds 25% of Mongolia's forest resources, 55% of its flowing waters, and 80% of its discovered gold and ore reserves. It also has over 100,000 people with 17 soums, 6 villages, and 56 bags. Major rivers like the Selenge, Orkhon, Yeruu, Kharaa, and Gunuurt flow here. The province is well developed in infrastructure such as border crossings, transportation, communication, and energy. Over 2,600 businesses and organizations operate in the northern part of Mongolia, bordering Bulgan and Orkhon provinces to the west, Tuv province to the south, Khentii province to the east, and the Russian Federation to the north and northeast. -Regarding urban development evaluation in Selenge province, what level are we talking about? -For urban development assessment, if an area has seismic activity factors of 6 or less, it is considered very suitable; 7-8 is conditionally suitable; and 9 or more is unsuitable. According to this rating, the settlements in the province are conditionally suitable for zones 7-8 in terms of seismic activity. For the slope of the ground surface, if it is up to 8 degrees, it is suitable for constructing buildings, structures, roads, or utility networks within settlement areas; 8-20% is conditionally suitable; and above 20 degrees is unsuitable. Central settlement areas have an unsuitable slope of over 20 degrees, while other urban areas are suitable. In terms of urban development, all settlement areas in Selenge province fall into the very suitable or suitable categories for the level of underground water being below 3 meters; it is conditionally suitable for 1-3 meters and unsuitable above 1 meter. This study primarily identified the state of hazardous occurrences and accidents in the border areas, along with general risk evaluation results. -Can you provide information about hazardous occurrences and accidents that have happened within the past in Selenge province? -In the past 10 years, a total of 1835 hazardous events and accidents have occurred across 9 categories in the 17 soums of the province. When considering the damages from these disasters, the greatest losses have resulted from object fires and forest fires. Between 2004 and 2023, there have been 1,931 object fires in the province, resulting in 17 deaths, 59 injuries, and damage totaling 17.5 billion tugriks. Firefighters saved 113 lives and protected property worth 58.3 billion tugriks belonging to the government, businesses, and organizations. -What causes the highest losses due to disasters? -In terms of average impact ratio, the greatest damages come from heavy rains, lightning, hail, and outbreaks of infectious animal diseases. In terms of fatalities, water accidents cause the most losses, with an average of 12 people dying yearly due to reckless behavior during tours and neglect. As Selenge province occupies a significant part of Mongolia's border region, it faces cross-border disaster management issues. This includes forest fires, outbreaks of infectious diseases among humans and animals, and transportation accidents involving hazardous substances. -Provide details on the disaster risk assessment results in Selenge province. -In 2023, general disaster risk assessments were conducted using the 'indicator method' across the 17 soums of the province. A disaster risk assessment group was established by the governors' decrees of the soums, involving 408 workers and employees in training and practical workshops on "Disaster Risk Management and Assessment," "Disaster Risk Assessment Indicator Method," and "Disaster Risk and Development," consisting of 34 hours of classroom training and 102 hours of exercises. This group completed disaster risk assessments for each soum. The direct assessment of soum risks right after training provided notable benefits, such as understanding that disaster risk reduction isn't solely the responsibility of emergency services, broadly informing all village representatives about disaster risks, verifying their knowledge with the teachers, and knowing the situation in their soums by performing real evaluations. This added to understanding the participation of stakeholders in disaster risk reduction and generated actionable proposals from assessment results. -Aside from the common risks discussed, what is unique about the risks Selenge province faces? -In addition to typical Mongolian disasters like fires, forest and steppe fires, droughts, harsh winters, strong winds, floods, and outbreaks of infectious diseases among people and animals, Selenge province, due to its many mining companies and international transit routes, also needs to assess risks like vehicle and industrial accidents and chemical releases. Though these aren't traditionally categorized as disasters, they are pressing enough in the province that road accidents and chemical spills should be evaluated. Although the general risk level assessed across soums is moderate, soums such as Bayangol, Baruunburen, Javkhlant, Zuumburen, Orkhon, Orkhontuul, Sant, Saikhan, Sukhbaatar, Khushaat, Khuder, and Shaamar show relatively higher risk levels according to the assessments. -What about the recent occurrences of earthquakes? What is the situation in Selenge province? -In the past three years, seven earthquakes have been recorded in the province. It necessitates significant attention to urban planning and land arrangements to anticipate possible risks and disasters. Construction processes must involve national control authorities and material quality checks, alongside improving construction standards, safety standards, and ensuring earthquake resistance—a crucial task for local governments and administrations. Strengthening professional organizations' involvement and clearly defining their roles is crucial in this effort.
Roads Iced Over Due to Snowfall
Published: 2024-11-16 | Translated from: news.mn
Snowfall caused icy and slippery road conditions. Specifically, slick conditions and ice were reported on the Zeegt pass on the route from Ölgii to the Tsagaannuur national border. As a result, the road maintenance department cleared the passage with a motor grader, allowing vehicles to pass through without obstruction. Furthermore, on the Buratin pass along the Khovd-Ölgii route, the road became partially snow-drifted, icy, and compacted due to a snowstorm. The snow on these sections was promptly cleared using a snow loader and a motor grader. In addition, on the route from Darkhan to Sükhbaatar, salt and other materials were spread on the icy sections to ensure safety. The Road Transport Development Center has advised careful travel, as snow has fallen in Darkhan and Selenge provinces, causing slippery conditions on the roads. Therefore, citizens planning to travel to these provinces are reminded to exercise caution, adjust their speed, and check the roadworthiness of their vehicles.
Innovation
D. Enkhbat Joins the Board of Directors of MUST
Published: 2024-11-16 | Translated from: isee.mn
The Board of Directors of the Mongolian University of Science and Technology (MUST) held its first meeting with the newly revised composition, reflecting changes in the representatives of the founding members. The new composition includes Dangaasuren Enkhbat, the founder of the pioneering Mongolian Internet service company "Datacom" LLC. His knowledge and experience are expected to significantly contribute to the training and activities of the university. Members attending the meeting elected Donorov Gantulga as the Chairman of the Board with 100 percent of the votes. To nurture the much-needed skilled engineers in Mongolia, it was noted that there will be a focus on successfully implementing the project of establishing the International School of Engineering under MUST in Khushig Valley, emphasizing science and technology innovation-based policies and collaboration. At the next Board meeting, they plan to discuss matters such as revising the representatives and rules of the Board in accordance with the Law on Higher Education, renewing the school's strategic plan, and the draft budget for the year 2025.
Health
Warning: What to consider when buying meat during an outbreak of anthrax
Published: 2024-11-16 | Translated from: gogo.mn
A case of human anthrax has been reported in Zuungovi district of Uvs province, and the patient is currently being treated at the provincial central hospital. This case was confirmed to have been contracted while slaughtering an anthrax-infected cow, as verified by a molecular biological (PCR) test conducted by the Uvs province Zoonotic Disease Research Unit on the 7th of this month, according to a report by the NCDC. Therefore, as the time for winter rations approaches, it is advised to purchase meat from certified hygienic sources. Warning: Anthrax is an infectious disease that can be transmitted from infected animals to humans. It is mainly spread through wounds in the skin during activities such as skinning, flaying, butchering, or handling carcasses of infected animals, leading to cutaneous infection. The disease causes black scabs and boils on the skin of the arms, neck, and legs, making it a life-threatening condition. Consumption of undercooked meat or meat products from infected animals can lead to gastrointestinal anthrax. Inhalation anthrax can occur through the processing of contaminated wool, cashmere, or hides, resulting in airborne transmission. To prevent this disease, please consider the following recommendations: - Purchase meat and rations from reliable sources. - Keep knives and boards for meat, vegetables, and bread separate. - Ensure meat is well-cooked before consumption. - Avoid consuming undercooked meat and meat products. - Do not use meat or hides from dead animals. - Avoid handling animal carcasses. - Do not come into contact with animal products when you have cuts or open wounds on your hands or skin. - Wash your hands thoroughly with soap after contact with animals or animal products.
330 Students of "Tsonjin Cyber Boarding" School to Receive Daily Milk and Yogurt
Published: 2024-11-16 | Translated from: montsame.mn
Within the framework of the "Milk for Every Child" program, the Polytechnic College of Erdene District has begun supplying milk and yogurt every day of the school week to 330 students of the "Tsonjin Cyber Boarding" school. The Dairy Department of the college started delivering milk to 850 children of the Erdene District's secondary school and the Narlag Kindergarten. This initiative ensures that all children in the Erdene District can drink milk daily, and there are plans to extend the program to other districts in the eastern region of Töv Province soon. The "Erdene" Polytechnic College's "Dairy Production Workshop," established in 2019, has the capacity to process 200 liters of milk per day and could produce 110 bottles of yogurt, with each bottle containing 450 ml, from 50 liters of milk. As of today, they are capable of delivering milk to over 3,000 children in the eastern region.
Sports
MongolZ Team Members Return to Their Homeland to Celebrate with Supporters
Published: 2024-11-16 | Translated from: isee.mn
This month, the MongolZ team will meet with their supporters and fans in full force to celebrate a joyous occasion. Specifically, alongside the unveiling of a mural dedicated to the famed esports team MongolZ in the heart of Ulaanbaatar, a special event will occur where team members meet their loyal fans. This year, they successfully qualified to participate in all major Asian tournaments. Currently, the MongolZ team is ranked ninth globally by HLTV and fifth by Valve Global. This is undoubtedly a historic achievement, marking the highest performance among all-time Asian teams. Most recently, they won the Thunderpick World Championship 2024 and secured victories in several international tournaments such as YaLLa Compass 2024 and MESA Nomadic Masters Spring 2024, reaffirming their status as top competitors. Additionally, they rank fourth globally in total prize money won among CS teams. In support and encouragement of their athletes, 1XBet, the only officially recognized and responsible company operating in our country, initiated and created this mural. For new and young teams and athletes, sponsors are critical as they provide extraordinary support that propels them towards success.
Athletes Awarded "Golden Star" Medals for Olympic Medals This Summer
Published: 2024-11-16 | Translated from: news.mn
In celebration of the Olympic and Paralympic Games, which represent the unity of humanity and bring fame to Mongolia on the world stage, the Mongolian National Olympic Committee has awarded its highest honor, the "Golden Star" and "Golden Ochir" medals, to a team of athletes. The "Golden Star" medal was awarded to B. Baasankhuu, who won a silver medal at the "Paris 2024" Olympics, Paralympic champion U. Surenjav, and C. Radnaa, who won three gold medals at the Masters' World Championships. The "Golden Ochir" medal was given to Paralympic silver medalists G. Bolor-Erdene and Ts. Battulga, as well as taekwondo coaches N. Erdenebaatar and D. Batnasan, judo coach M. Bundmaa, and athletics coach D. Makhashiri.
The "MongolZ" Team Returns to Meet Fans
Published: 2024-11-16 | Translated from: news.mn
The famous "MongolZ" esports team is set to have a special event where they will meet their devoted fans in conjunction with the opening of a mural dedicated to them in the heart of Ulaanbaatar city. This year, they have achieved significant success by securing the right to participate in all major Asian tournaments. Currently, "MongolZ" ranks ninth in the world according to HLTV and fifth according to Valve Global rankings. This is undoubtedly a historic achievement, marking the highest ranking ever attained by an Asian team. Recently, they confirmed their status as top contenders by winning the Thunderpick World Championship 2024 and several other international tournaments such as the YaLLa Compass 2024 and MESA Nomadic Masters Spring 2024. Additionally, among CS:GO teams, they are ranked fourth globally in terms of total prize money won. In support of their athletes, 1XBet, the only officially licensed and responsible company operating in our country, has initiated the creation of this mural. For new, young teams and athletes, having sponsors is crucial as it provides vital support to help them achieve success. On November 22nd, the "MongolZ" team, in full composition, will meet their supporters and fans to celebrate their joyous moment. The meeting will take place at "ROC Caffeine Bar"—do not miss this special opportunity to support your beloved team and spend a warm and memorable day.
Dota 2 National Teams World Championship Begins Today
Published: 2024-11-16 | Translated from: gogo.mn
The Mongolian team, coached by "Cadis," will participate in the "IESF World Esports Championship 2024" tournament. The world championship for Dota 2 national teams, organized by the International Esports Federation (IESF), will begin today in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Representing the Mongolian national team in the "IESF World Esports Championship 2024," which has a prize pool of $160,000, will be players Dashzeveg's "Se" Tugstur, Battsog's "11" Munkh-Erdene, "Osocle," Dashdelger's "Tsukimoto" Munkhbat, and "Mudi," all coached by "Cadis." A. Bilguun "423" and B. Munkhjin "seimei" will play for Team Secret. The Mongolian team, having changed their roster after becoming the champions in 2023, will play in Group "B" against teams from Australia, Turkey, and the USA. The first match will be at 20:30 against the USA. Two teams from each group will advance to the playoffs, with positions 8 and above receiving monetary prizes, and the top team receiving $70,000. NARMAN R. Narmandakh's team was eliminated from BetBoom Dacha Belgrade without a single win. NOVEMBER SPORTS: World champions of electronic sports will be crowned.
The Nickname of Track and Field Master Ts. Radnaa is “The White Gazelle’s Fawn”
Published: 2024-11-16 | Translated from: unuudur.mn
"The White Gazelle’s Fawn" is the name of a documentary film inspired by the life and achievements of Ts. Radnaa, a master of athletics, double world champion of the World Masters Athletics, world record holder, and honored athlete of Mongolia. The film is named after his childhood nickname. According to the creators' statement, the movie, which appeals to feelings of wanting to run or at least walk, is a narrative of how exercise, faith, goals, aspirations, and perseverance lead to success through life stories. The movie premiered at the Chinggis Khaan Museum. The film depicts the life of Radnaa, an honored athlete who once herded sheep barefoot among mountainous terrain as a child and has now reached the age of 90, becoming a senior world champion in athletics. As a boy running on the hard soil of the sunlit Gobi Desert until his soles became calloused, he began his path to global fame wearing the boots his mother made. Even now, he trains regularly twice a day for three hours each session. He emphasizes that maintaining a regular and balanced training regimen is more effective than conducting overly intense or heavy exercises. In 2019, at the age of 85, Ts. Radnaa set a new world record for masters in the 400-meter run, and in 2024, at 90 years old, he returned home from the World Masters Athletics Championships with double gold medals. Remarkably, the speed of 90-year-old Radnaa is only 36 seconds slower than that of a 29-year-old world champion athlete in track and field, indicating how his caliber stands weighty in the world. With this accomplishment, he was awarded the Peace Prize by the "Great World Peace Games" NGO in 2019. This documentary was created by "Medremj Film" production at the NGO's initiative. The "Khaan Mongol" documentary series, which narrates the leadership stories and ideologies of "Peace Prize" laureates, will continue with the story of B. Enkhravdan, a deceased Honored Doctor of Mongolia from 2017, according to D. Serdaram, Executive Director of the "Great World Peace Games" NGO.
The MongolZ Team Will Meet Their Fans This Month
Published: 2024-11-16 | Translated from: isee.mn
The "MongolZ" team will meet their fans this month. Alongside the unveiling of a mural dedicated to the MongolZ team in the heart of Ulaanbaatar, this special event marks a moment for the team to connect with their dedicated fans. It has been a successful year for them, as they have secured rights to participate in all major tournaments in Asia. Currently, the MongolZ team ranks ninth in the world according to HLTV, and fifth according to the Valve Global ranking. This is a historic achievement among Asian teams overall. Additionally, they recently won the Thunderpick World Championship 2024 and multiple international tournaments such as YaLLa Compass 2024 and MESA Nomadic Masters Spring 2024, further proving their excellence. The team ranks fourth in the world among CS teams in terms of total prize money won. On November 22nd, the MongolZ team will celebrate their success and meet with their supporters and fans.
Arts
A Special Exhibition of Marco Polo Opened at the Genghis Khan Museum
Published: 2024-11-16 | Translated from: isee.mn
This year marks the 700th anniversary of the ascension of Marco Polo, the son of Venetian merchant Niccolò Polo, and a special exhibition titled "Marco Polo, Kublai Khan, and the Mongols" has been opened at the Genghis Khan National Museum. This exhibition, being held for the first time in Mongolia, is organized in collaboration with the Genghis Khan National Museum, the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, the Italian Embassy in Mongolia, and Elizabetha Ragagnin, a professor of Mongolian language and Mongolist scholar at the University of Venice. The opening ceremony was attended by notable guests and representatives, including Giovanna Piccarreta, the Italian Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to Mongolia, academician S. Chuluun, director of the Genghis Khan Museum, and D. Javzandorj, head lama of Gandantegchinlen Monastery. During the opening, S. Chuluun, director of the Genghis Khan National Museum, stated, "Marco Polo is the person who brought the history of the Mongols to the world, especially to Europe. It is said that people became aware of the nomadic peoples in the eastern part of the world through him. No one can deny that his writings have been a major tool in promoting the history of Mongolia to the world. This exhibition aims to show how the Mongol Empire of that era and the Yuan Mongols were depicted." Additionally, the exhibition attempts to display the continuity of nomadic lifestyle through the weapons and artifacts from the time of Genghis Khan used during wars, connecting Marco Polo's accounts with the modern-day Mongols.
Sukhbaatar: Winners of the 'Humun Bichig - All People's Script' Contest Announced
Published: 2024-11-16 | Translated from: montsame.mn
The winners of the annual 'Humun Bichig - All People's Script' contest, organized to study and develop ancient scripts, historical and cultural heritage, and improve the script usage skills of civil servants and citizens, have been announced. Aimed at promoting pride in Mongolian heritage and culture, and spreading and elevating the national script culture, six teams with 30 members competed in five categories. The teams from the Social Insurance Division, School No. 1, and Bayandelger district clinched the top spots. Participants traveled from districts like Asgat, Bayandelger, and Tuméentsogt, showing the growing scope and significance of the competition. The organizers noted that despite being a contest, it serves as a significant motivator to enhance the national script knowledge and usage among civil servants. This year's competition, jointly organized by the Provincial Governor's Office, the Education Department, the Lifelong Education Center, and the Public Library as part of the implementation of the National Program for Mongolian Script—endorsed by Mongolia's Official Language Law and Government Resolution No. 96 of 2020—successfully concluded its seventh year.
G. Ganzorig: I started summarizing movies so busy people can save time and it resonated well, garnering 400,000 followers
Published: 2024-11-16 | Translated from: isee.mn
Recently, YouTube channels have taken on their own unique flair by summarizing foreign films, turning it into a timely and relevant sector for the busy city life of its citizens. Among the young people who have established themselves in this sector and have a regular audience are those behind CGA TV. They have now gained 400,000 followers and have become recognized in their field. The two of them create videos together, with the older brother G. Ganbold handling most of the behind-the-scenes editing and montage, while the younger brother G. Ganzorig does the voice-overs, hosts, and prepares the film scripts. Let's hear the interview with these successful YouTubers, G. Ganzorig and G. Ganbold, who have been working together for many years. VIDEO: - Could you share the story behind the creation of CGA TV? When did you enter the YouTube scene?
- We first opened our YouTube channel in 2016. Back then, we didn't do movie summaries as we do today; we focused on educational broadcasts through graphic design about significant world discoveries and other topics. Around 2020, we started our current genre. Initially, we discussed how films were made but gradually began elaborating and interpreting them more thoroughly. Recently, following trends, we have taken to narrating the movie's events from start to finish instead of just recapping them. - How important is the tone of voice in narrating movies?
- The tone of voice is crucial, of course. I personally dreamed of doing advertisement voiceovers. After university, I took host training and interned in television, gradually preparing my voice. - I heard you make YouTube videos with your brother. How do you divide the work, and why did you decide to collaborate initially?
- I make the YouTube channel with my older brother. We split the work fifty-fifty. My brother is in charge of editing the visuals, while I handle the voiceovers. My brother is trained as a 3D animation graphic designer, which plays a key role in content creation. As for me, I enjoy reading poems or anything of interest, which led us together to create today's CGA TV. Initially, we only prepared information related to graphic design, but once we started making movie-related content, it became a huge hit and quickly resonated with audiences. - Many youths are making similar videos nowadays. How do you consider it beneficial?
- I think it helps save time for people who are too busy to watch screens. For example, if there's a 16-episode series, summarizing it within an hour can save a lot of time. - How do you deal with negative feedback?
- We block swear words. We have different ways of blocking various curse words that have become part of daily speech. I used to worry a lot about what viewers would think after I uploaded something, fearing they might hate or insult me. But now I've gotten more used to it. - With a small audience in Mongolia, what do you think about the future development of this sector?
- There are quite a few channels that discuss movies, and now this sector seems saturated. When I started my channel, there weren't as many channels as there are now. There are a lot more now, and most of them spoil movies through summaries. In the future, I think there will be fewer people discussing movies on YouTube. Firstly, the Mongolian market is small. Secondly, intellectual property, and even YouTube's data policies, are becoming more sophisticated. Intellectual property is now better protected, particularly when selecting Asian films, where copyright claims often arise. - Could you share your upcoming goals with us?
- My brother and I have set goals to enter the field of animation and participate in contests and competitions. To young people starting on YouTube, my advice is to be persistent. It's rare for content to reach a wide audience immediately, but it's vital not to get discouraged by this. We also spoke with his brother, G. Ganbold, about how content is created. He mentioned, "Creating for YouTube can generate a decent income alongside other jobs. YouTube sets criteria for monetization, requiring four thousand hours of watch time and a thousand subscribers. When choosing movies to discuss, I start with films from my own viewing archive. However, I can't only talk about films I've seen. Secondly, I research what people are watching and interested in to choose movies in tune with current times. Thirdly, I listen to viewers' requests a lot. When making a video, the first step is choosing what to make. Check if others have done it, and if so, how. In short, after deciding on a video idea, create a script. Writing this part takes about three hours. Recording the audio takes 30 minutes, and editing the video takes 4-5 hours. So it takes about eight hours just to produce one video.
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