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Mongolia News Summary for April 23, 2025

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Politics

Discussion Supported for Revised Draft Law on Freedom of Assembly and Demonstration

Published: 2025-04-22 | Translated from: montsame.mn

At today's meeting of the Standing Committee on Legal Affairs of the State Great Khural (Parliament) of Mongolia, members debated whether to discuss the revised draft law on the Freedom of Assembly and Demonstration, and 75% of the members present voted in favor. The Law on Procedures for Organizing Demonstrations and Assemblies was first adopted in 1994, and since then, a total of seven amendments and revisions have been made. Notably, in 2006, regulations were added to prohibit camping overnight in the central square and bringing in tents or vehicles. In 2015, the process was changed from requiring a permit to organizing assemblies to simply submitting a notification, with an obligation for authorities to respond. In 2015, corresponding changes were made in connection with the adoption of the Law on Offenses. In 2017, upon the adoption of the Law on Disaster Prevention, restrictions during disasters and emergencies were increased. Furthermore, in 2014, the provision that only domestic military forces could be used to disperse assemblies was expanded to allow support from specialized agencies responsible for national security. On January 12, 2024, further amendments were made stipulating that notifications to organize assemblies must be submitted in writing, and areas where assemblies are prohibited now include zones under special state protection. Data from the past eight years on assemblies and demonstrations organized in Mongolia indicate the following numbers: 115 in 2014, 140 in 2015, 121 in 2016, 128 in 2017, 180 in 2018, 206 in 2019, 255 in 2020, 214 in 2021, 241 in 2022, 254 in 2023, and 155 cases from January to August 2024. Citizens and various societal groups organized these events, and the police oversaw these activities and ensured the safety and order of participants in accordance with their legal duties. As the number of demonstrations increases, the methods and scope of such events are also diversifying, and there is a lack of up-to-date regulations to address these new circumstances. Evaluation of the law’s implementation has concluded that advanced regulations are necessary to address current challenges. The revised draft law consists of 6 chapters and 16 articles.

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The Standing Committee Meeting Will Discuss the Law on the Freedom of Assembly and Demonstration

Published: 2025-04-22 | Translated from: isee.mn

Working groups and standing committees are meeting. In the standing committee meeting, they are scheduled to discuss the draft law on amendments to the Law on Credit Information and the accompanying proposed resolutions, a hearing report on the candidate nominated for the position representing insured persons on the National Social Insurance Council, the draft of the revised Law on the Freedom to Hold Assemblies and Demonstrations, and other accompanying draft laws to determine whether to discuss them further.

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The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Economic Affairs Will Meet Today

Published: 2025-04-22 | Translated from: news.mn

The meeting of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Economic Affairs is scheduled to take place today at 10:00 AM. During this session, the committee will conduct the first readings of the following draft agreements and laws: the draft agreement between the Government of Mongolia and the Government of the Russian Federation on the supply of aviation fuel to Mongolia; the draft temporary trade agreement between Mongolia and the Eurasian Economic Union and its member states; and the draft law to amend the Law on Credit Information, along with the related draft resolutions. Of these three issues, the break requested by the Democratic Party caucus in parliament regarding the draft agreement between the Government of Mongolia and the Government of the Russian Federation on supplying aviation fuel to Mongolia has now expired. However, the caucus has stated its unified position not to support this agreement. Also, the Mongolian People's Party caucus in parliament has instructed the relevant ministers in the government to improve the conditions stated in the agreement and to ensure that they meet Mongolia's national interests. Therefore, this matter may be postponed from today's agenda.

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Officials of the National Road Transport Center Who Took Bribes to Pass Exams Sent to Court

Published: 2025-04-22 | Translated from: unuudur.mn

Officials at the National Road Transport Center (NRTC), a state-owned enterprise, are frequently investigated and prosecuted for corruption and abuse of power. While the court finds a majority of them guilty and sentences them, the outcome of several cases remains unclear as they disappear in the stages of prosecution or trial. Recently, the Prosecutor's Office of the capital city has issued an indictment in a case investigated by the Anti-Corruption Agency relating to officials of the NRTC. The indictment charges two officials, identified as P.B. (a former department head) and D.Ö. (a former engineer), under Article 22.1-1 of the Criminal Code for "using their official position to grant undue advantage to others" and under Article 22.4-3 for "accepting a bribe in exchange for performing official duties in the interests of the bribe-giver." Their criminal case has been transferred to the Bayanzurkh, Sukhbaatar, and Chingeltei district first-instance criminal court to determine their guilt. The investigation established that these two officials accepted bribes in return for ensuring that certain candidates passed the professional driver's exam. It was further determined that an individual identified as B.O. had given bribes to them to ensure that certain individuals passed the exams, and this person has also been charged as a defendant per Article 22.5-1 of the law, and their case sent to court. Last week, the Prosecutor's Office sent 208 cases involving 254 individuals to court with indictments. Among these were four corruption-related cases, one of which is the case involving the above-mentioned NRTC officials. In addition to this, indictments have also been issued and cases sent to court for crimes involving officials from kindergartens, customs, and the border military service.

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Economy

L. Gantumur: With an agreement with the Eurasian Economic Union, meat exports can increase by 125-140%, clothing by 84%, wool and cashmere by 64%, leather goods by 46%

Published: 2025-04-22 | Translated from: ikon.mn

At today’s session of the Standing Committee on Economics, the issue of negotiating the draft temporary trade agreement to be established between Mongolia and the Eurasian Economic Union (EEU) and its member states was discussed and resolved. Mongolia exports 91.2% of its total exports, including 94.7% of mineral products and 82.7% of livestock-derived products, solely to China. The risks of such a highly dependent, one-sided trade relationship became apparent to everyone during the pandemic when the borders were closed. The Minister of Economy and Development, L. Gantumur, noted that this level of risk can affect national security, as shown by the statistics. Minister L. Gantumur also clarified: “The list of products for negotiation is not independently prepared by the Ministry of Economy and Development. At that time, the Mongolian National Chamber of Commerce and Industry proposed exporting 375 types of products, which was finalized by the Ministry of Food, Agriculture, and Light Industry.” On January 23, 2025, the sub-working group on product listing proposed that 23 out of a total of 375 products be removed from Mongolia’s tariff commitment list for this agreement. In this context, there were three written exchanges and one in-person negotiation. The agreement draft has been finalized, and Mongolia succeeded in having the counterpart make concessions on certain products that are particularly sensitive to import impacts, achieving a mutually beneficial arrangement. The Minister of Economy and Development expressed confidence to the Standing Committee that Mongolia will gain significant benefits from this agreement. Special attention has been paid to minimizing the import impact on Mongolia’s strategic and major food products. By establishing quantitative limits and excluding certain products, the draft agreement includes measures to protect domestic production. For example, Mongolia’s average domestic consumption of eggs over the past three years was 448.6 million pieces per year, of which 165 million or 36.8% was supplied by imports. To protect the domestic egg market, 20% of the market has been left for imports. For up to 90 million imported eggs, the customs duty will be reduced by 50% to 7.5%, while imports exceeding 90 million eggs will be subject to the usual 15% duty. For wheat, given annual fluctuations in harvest and technological needs for flour production, Mongolia needs to import up to 70,000 tonnes of wheat each year. The counterpart originally offered a quota of 180,000 tonnes for both hard and soft wheat, but it was negotiated so that for up to 50,000 tonnes, the duty rate is reduced by 1.25 percentage points to 3.75%, while imports above 50,000 tonnes remain at a 5% duty. Minister Gantumur emphasized that the 50,000-tonne figure is the quota amount. By concluding this economic agreement, the export of meat and meat products to the Eurasian market can increase by 125-140%, clothing by 84%, wool and cashmere by 64%, textiles by 55%, and leather goods by 46%. However, the utilization of these opportunities will directly depend on the competitiveness of domestic producers and the country's foreign trade capability. If Mongolian goods can enter the Eurasian market duty-free, this will create opportunities to increase market share, competitiveness, and attract investment in these sectors. To clarify, in 2023 the EEU member states imported $706 million worth of meat and meat products, $6.9 billion worth of leather products, and $7.5 billion worth of wool and cashmere goods. Combined, this represents an import market of about $15 billion for Mongolia’s export products, as noted by the minister. The minister also highlighted some trade facilitation provisions of the agreement. By allowing up to 50% of the export product’s value to come from foreign-origin ingredients and materials that are essential but cannot be supplied domestically, it will be easier to get tariff exemptions for exports. Customs authorities will release goods to traders within four hours, reducing actual obstacles for businesses. Certificates of origin for goods can be issued within 12 months retrospectively, allowing for tariff benefits. Customs inspections of all goods will be reduced and risk management implemented. For goods valued at less than 5,000 euros, no certificate of origin will be required, making it easier for small and medium businesses and e-commerce traders to export. Upon voting, 12 out of 17 members of parliament participating in the Standing Committee meeting supported agreeing to the draft agreement, with the decision to forward their comments and conclusions to the Standing Committee on Security and Foreign Policy. Notice: Media outlets (TV, Radio, Social and Web pages) are strictly prohibited from using our information in whole or in part without permission. It should only be used by acknowledging ikon.mn as the original source, if agreed upon.

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As of the First Quarter of This Year, About 10,000 Foreign Citizens Are Working Under Employment Contracts

Published: 2025-04-22 | Translated from: isee.mn

As of the first quarter of 2025, approximately 9,900 citizens from 103 foreign countries are working in Mongolia under employment contracts, either earning wages and income or engaging in voluntary work without the aim of earning wages or income. The number of foreign citizens employed in Mongolia has increased by 1,800 people compared to the same period last year. In the first quarter of 2025, a total of 213 Mongolian citizens were placed abroad to work under employment contracts, which is a decrease of 111 people compared to the same period last year and an increase of 46 people compared to the previous quarter.

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O.Nomintsetseg: I do not support reducing the tobacco tax by 30% in relation to the Eurasian Economic Agreement

Published: 2025-04-22 | Translated from: isee.mn

During a meeting of the Standing Committee on Economics of the State Great Khural, the draft of a temporary trade agreement between Mongolia and the Eurasian Economic Union and its member states, submitted by the government, was discussed. The following discussion took place during the meeting: Member of Parliament O.Nomintsetseg: Minister of Food, Agriculture, and Light Industry J.Enkhbayar made a very irresponsible statement yesterday. Tobacco products and cigarettes are being exempted from customs tax by 30%. You all are probably looking out for the economy. However, deaths caused by tobacco account for 17% of all deaths. 4,300 people have died and the economic loss caused by tobacco consumption is 801 billion tugriks, which is 2.1% of the GDP. 35% of our imported tobacco comes from member countries of the Eurasian Economic Union. So, why are we about to remove the 30% customs tax on imported tobacco without protecting this market that is dependent on imported tobacco? You say you will increase the excise tax. However, excise taxes cannot be set differently for each country. Therefore, tobacco should be removed from the list of goods exempted from tax. Minister of Economy and Development L.Gantomor: We have submitted our proposal to remove tobacco from the list. This year, Kazakhstan is leading the Eurasian Economic Union. Tobacco products account for a high share in the trade between Kazakhstan and Mongolia. Every country will protect the goods they can sell. Therefore, our proposal to remove tobacco was not accepted. If the State Great Khural issues a recommendation to remove tobacco, we will submit our proposal again.

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Can the 20-Year Fuel Supply Agreement Be Improved?

Published: 2025-04-22 | Translated from: news.mn

Should the 20-year agreement for supplying aircraft fuel be improved? Before Victory Day, the parliamentary party groups in Mongolia's State Great Khural discussed a draft agreement between the governments of Mongolia and the Russian Federation concerning the supply of aircraft fuel to Mongolia. They determined that the agreement needs improvements, and as a result, the government will need to negotiate with Russia again. The current draft submitted to parliament is believed to be contrary to Mongolia's national interests. According to the draft, a Mongolian-Russian joint company would be established to supply aircraft fuel over a 20-year period and to manage and operate the infrastructure of Chinggis Khaan International Airport. On the Mongolian side, this responsibility would fall to "Erchis Oil" LLC and its affiliated organizations, and on the Russian side, it would be undertaken by NK Rosneft JSC and its affiliated entities. However, parliamentary groups view the agreement as too one-sided, citing provisions that any disputes would be resolved by Russian arbitration, that the joint company would operate the entire airport infrastructure complex, and that the fuel supply commitment would last 20 years. Therefore, the Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources, Ts. Tuvaan, has been tasked with revising these provisions to be more favorable for Mongolia. For example, the clause about supplying fuel for 20 years should be changed to "up to 20 years"; the provision suggesting control over the entire airport should be limited only to the fueling complex; and in the event of disputes, Mongolia's own arbitration should also be allowed. Minister Ts. Tuvaan, who is in charge of this issue, has stated that he has raised these matters with his Russian counterpart. He also pointed out that there are instances of misunderstanding on the Mongolian side. He explained that Chinggis Khaan International Airport was built with Japanese investment and is managed by the Japanese side. The airport has a complex used for refueling aircraft that land there, which is where the issue arises. He clarified that a joint company would not simply take over the management of the entire airport, and that there are misconceptions circulating. Mongolia is about 96% dependent on Russia for petroleum products and has been 100% dependent for aviation fuel. If Russia limits its petroleum exports even for a short period, there is a fuel shortage in Mongolia and prices spike, as happened most recently in 2023. If the agreement is signed, fuel supply problems with Russia would be settled for 20 years, and any decisions Russia makes regarding petroleum would not affect Mongolia—the fuel and oil supply would be stable as stated in the agreement, which is considered an advantage. The oil refinery under construction in Dornogovi Province will take at least three years to become operational. Once it is operational, Mongolia's first priority will be to meet its own domestic demand, with any shortfall sourced from Russia—the agreement will not interfere with this. Members of parliament have also raised the question of sourcing aviation fuel from China. According to Minister Ts. Tuvaan, there are complications: first, a specialized railway would be required to import fuel from the southern neighbor, and second, even if delivered via Zamyn-Uud, there is currently no storage facility for aviation fuel there. Therefore, whether or not the 20-year fuel supply contract with Russia will be agreed upon by the State Great Khural depends on whether the requirements set by the party groups can be met.

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Shareholders' Meeting of “Erdenes Oyu Tolgoi” LLC Held

Published: 2025-04-22 | Translated from: isee.mn

A shareholders' meeting of "Erdenes Oyu Tolgoi" LLC, a subsidiary of the "Erdenes Mongol" conglomerate, was held to discuss the company's 2024 operational and audited financial reports. The meeting was attended by Ts. Tugsbuyan, Head of the Geology Production Policy Department of "Erdenes Mongol", B. Batbayar, Head of the Unified Strategy and Financial Management Department, L. Naranchimeg, Head of the Internal Control and Risk Management Department, as well as the management team of "Erdenes Oyu Tolgoi" LLC. "Erdenes Oyu Tolgoi" LLC implemented 72 activities in 2023 to fulfill its business plan approved by Resolution No. 99 of the Board of Directors of "Erdenes Mongol" LLC on December 28, 2023, within the framework of four main objectives. For example, work has started to update the feasibility study for the "Kherlen Toono" project, one of 14 mega projects included in the Government's 2024-2028 Action Program, and an agreement has been reached to revise the "Management Agreement" in order to increase the benefits Mongolia gains from the Oyu Tolgoi deposit. At the conclusion of the meeting, recommendations were made to strengthen company governance and financial stability, and to further improve core activities.

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The Economic Standing Committee Did Not Support the 20-Year Agreement to Import Aircraft Fuel from Russia

Published: 2025-04-22 | Translated from: ikon.mn

Photographs used with special permission from the MPA agency. At today’s meeting of the Economic Standing Committee, the draft agreement between the Government of Mongolia and the Government of the Russian Federation on the supply of aircraft fuel to Mongolia was discussed. According to the agreement, Russia would supply aviation fuel to Mongolia for 20 years, and a joint company would be responsible for managing and operating the infrastructure of Chinggis Khaan International Airport. The joint company would be 60 percent owned by Mongolia and 40 percent by Russia. From the Mongolian side, "Erchis Oil" LLC, and from the Russian side, "NK Rosneft" would participate in the joint venture. Last week, when this issue was discussed by the permanent committee, the Democratic Party group in Parliament requested a three-day recess. That recess ended today and the discussion continued. Regarding the agreement with Russia, Member of Parliament O. Tsogtgerel stated, "The Democratic Party group decided that it is not possible to approve this contract. The proposal of the Economic Standing Committee will be discussed by the Standing Committee on Security and Foreign Policy. If that committee supports it, the issue will be resolved as a government-to-government agreement without going to a plenary session. However, if our committee gives a proposal not to support it, then the issue can be discussed at a plenary session. Therefore, let's submit a proposal not to support it and have it discussed in the plenary session." When a vote was taken, the majority of committee members present did not support the government-to-government agreement on the supply of aviation fuel. According to regulations, this agreement will now be discussed by the Standing Committee on Security and Foreign Policy and then decided at a plenary session of Parliament. LAW ON THE PROCEDURE OF THE SESSIONS OF THE PARLIAMENT OF MONGOLIA
75.12. If the Standing Committee on Security and Foreign Policy considers that it is not possible to approve the proposals and conclusions of the Budget, Economic, and Legal Standing Committees, it shall present its proposal and conclusions to the plenary session for decision. Notice: Media organizations (TV, Radio, Social and Web pages) are strictly prohibited from using our information fully or in part in any form, except by agreement and by citing the source (ikon.mn).

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The Standing Committee on Economics Did Not Support the Government Agreement to Supply Aircraft Fuel to Mongolia

Published: 2025-04-22 | Translated from: isee.mn

At the beginning of today's meeting of the Standing Committee on Economics, the draft agreement between the Government of Mongolia and the Government of the Russian Federation on the supply of aircraft fuel to Mongolia was discussed, but not supported. The opinion and conclusion regarding the lack of support will be forwarded to the Standing Committee on Security and Foreign Policy. The Standing Committee on Security and Foreign Policy is scheduled to discuss, at 13:30 in the "General D. Sukhbaatar" Hall, the draft agreement between the Government of Mongolia and the Government of the Russian Federation on supplying aircraft fuel to Mongolia, as well as the draft temporary trade agreement to be established between Mongolia and the Eurasian Economic Union and its member states.

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TOP-100 Enterprises Benefit from Favorable Regulations to Raise Funds from Capital Markets

Published: 2025-04-22 | Translated from: news.mn

Enterprises can attract the necessary funding from investors by issuing debt instruments, allowing them to expand their business operations, increase sales revenue, and profits, making such tools crucial in finance. Internationally, the development of capital markets begins with bond markets. In Mongolia, the first company bond was issued in 2001. Since then, over the past 24 years, only 26 companies have publicly issued bonds on the stock exchange, raising a total of MNT 4.5 trillion. Although this figure is significant, the bond market in Mongolia is still considered underdeveloped compared to international standards. For this reason, the Financial Regulatory Commission has implemented a series of measures in recent years to develop the bond market. Notably, in 2021, a successful regulatory framework for the over-the-counter (OTC) market was established, enabling 154 companies to raise MNT 4.3 trillion through the OTC market in just four years. In total, 181 companies have raised MNT 8.8 trillion from both the public and OTC bond markets. This demonstrates the high demand and importance of the bond market for businesses and the significant interest from investors in such fixed-income instruments. To further develop the bond market, policies have been adopted to make it more business and investor-friendly and flexible, aiming to create conditions where domestic enterprises can attract low-cost, short-term financing. Relevant rules and regulations have been amended to support this. The "Bond Forum 2025" event was held to introduce these achievements and regulatory changes, discuss existing and future policy tasks, making it a timely and important event. Challenges and Resolutions in Developing the Bond Market for Enterprises In 2022, the Financial Regulatory Commission, the Mongolian National Chamber of Commerce and Industry, the Mongolian Stock Exchange JSC, and the Ulaanbaatar Securities Exchange JSC jointly conducted a survey titled "Challenges and Support for Companies Offering Securities to the Public for the First Time." The majority of companies surveyed financed their business through bank loans, while the remainder relied on working capital and operational profits. Of the 166 public companies on record with trading organizations, only 13 belonged to the Top-100 enterprises selected in 2023. This shows that many domestic enterprises prefer bank loans over capital market products like stocks and bonds. Thus, the Financial Regulatory Commission is promoting the activation of both public and OTC bond markets so that companies can directly attract investments rather than relying on banks and increase interest in capital market financing. For example, international financial organizations, with which the Mongolian government cooperates, plan to issue MNT-denominated bonds in the Mongolian capital market and use the proceeds to finance major projects and programs by Mongolian enterprises with long-term, low-cost funding. Other initiatives include encouraging Top-100 enterprises to raise funds via shares and bonds, introducing new bond types like social and gender bonds, increasing green bond issuances, and improving public financial literacy regarding the bond market. As a result, the number of businesses and both domestic and foreign investors seeking to raise and invest funds through the capital market is expected to grow, along with the valuation of the capital market, trading volumes, and the total funding raised via the bond market. Ultimately, this could help reduce loan interest rates in the country. Financial Regulatory Commission Amends Regulations to Foster Bond Market Growth At a regular meeting, the Commission made amendments to its “Securities Registration Regulation”, “Debt Instrument Registration Regulation” and “OTC Market Operations Regulation” to ease criteria for Top-100 enterprises seeking to publicly or privately issue securities on the public and OTC markets, enabling simpler and faster registration. For example, such companies will not be required to conduct asset valuations for their first public offerings (IPOs), and the Commission will decide on their applications within 10 business days. Additionally, no collateral or guarantees will be required for short-term, low-amount bonds. Not only Top-100 companies but also other enterprises will benefit from reduced fees, improved intermediaries and underwriters, and the establishment of a legal environment for crowdfunding to assist start-ups and small and medium-sized enterprises. As a result, domestic enterprises will have more flexible and favorable conditions for raising funds through the capital market, which will increase market valuations, trading, and liquidity, and introduce high-quality, liquid financial products to both the public and OTC markets, increasing domestic and foreign investor participation and activity. Moreover, as businesses raise necessary capital via the capital market and their profitability increases, tax revenues and real economic growth are expected to rise. Additionally, following amendments to the Securities Market Law by the Parliament in 2024, collective stock financing activities are now permitted. The Commission has developed and approved the "Collective Stock Financing Operation Regulations", adapting regulatory frameworks in line with international standards and the domestic market. This will allow start-ups and small and medium enterprises to raise the necessary funding from the capital market at lower cost and shorter timelines, without the high-interest burden of loans. Successful project implementation by these businesses will not only expand the range of goods and services in the economy but also increase job opportunities and generate multiple positive effects. Outcomes of the “Bond Forum 2025” The "Bond Forum 2025" was held for the first time and was significant for promoting the bond market, informing citizens, investors, bond issuers, and public and private companies about the opportunities, advantages, and benefits of raising funds from the bond market. The forum also covered the challenges and benefits of bond issuance, with experienced issuers sharing their best practices. All market participants gathered to exchange information and solutions, providing companies interested in issuing bonds with learning opportunities to save time and costs, and increasing knowledge among domestic and foreign investors. As a result of the forum, corporate interest and desire to raise investment via the bond market increased, boosting market competition, lowering financing costs, and ultimately reducing interest rates, thereby creating a foundation for positive economic impacts. During the event, the Financial Regulatory Commission, the MNCCI, the Mongolian Securities Dealers Association, and the Mongolian Stock Exchange JSC signed a four-party memorandum of cooperation to simplify fundraising for Top-100 enterprises, ease issuance conditions, support market governance and leadership, and expand participation in the capital market, contributing to the development of non-bank financial markets and wider involvement of domestic enterprises in the capital market.

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300 Billion MNT Loans Granted Under the 'White Gold' National Program

Published: 2025-04-22 | Translated from: montsame.mn

At a press conference today, B. Davaadalai, Economic Policy Advisor to the President of Mongolia, provided information to journalists on the objectives and progress of the "White Gold" national program. He stated that the program will be implemented from 2024 to 2028. During this period, the level of full processing of cashmere will be increased from 20 percent to 40 percent, production will rise from 1.5 trillion to 2.3 trillion MNT, exports will grow from 398 million to 690 million USD, and more than 3,000 new jobs will be created. The total budget for the national program is 2.19 trillion MNT, and this year, 800 billion MNT has been approved for loan financing. Since February of this year, two types of loans—working capital and investment loans—have been granted through 10 commercial banks. Of the total, 300 billion MNT was allotted for working capital and 488 billion MNT for investment loans, with the government providing a 10 percent interest subsidy. Over the past two months, 300 billion MNT in loans was provided to 83 enterprises, with the majority of loans issued by Khan Bank, Trade and Development Bank, and Golomt Bank. According to the overall loan allocation, participants in the cashmere sector have benefited effectively from the program, while those engaged in leather, wool, and felt have had comparatively insufficient outcomes. Furthermore, entrepreneurs in Ulaanbaatar and its vicinity have accessed more loans, leaving rural residents and individual entrepreneurs at a disadvantage. One of the main goals of the "White Gold" national program is to involve more businesses operating in these sectors in rural areas. In addition, enterprises that pursue innovative, environmentally-friendly manufacturing activities aligned with sustainable development goals will be prioritized. The Economic Policy Advisor to the President also mentioned that it is possible to seek information and training from the Scientific Council, comprised of over 20 members, which was established for this purpose. In recent years, at the initiative of the President, national programs including "White Gold" and the "Food Revolution," as well as government-initiated movements like "New Cooperative" and "Atar-IV," have been implemented in the food, agriculture, and light industry sectors.

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L. Oyun-Erdene: The Government Will Support Private Sector Projects That Benefit Society and Economy

Published: 2025-04-22 | Translated from: montsame.mn

The fourth meeting of the Economic Development Board, under the Prime Minister of Mongolia, was held on the 21st of this month. At this meeting, proposals submitted by the private sector regarding amendments to the Energy Law and the Renewable Energy Law, as well as presentations and discussions on measures to counteract the current global economic situation, were heard. First Deputy Prime Minister L. Gantomor informed board members about the current state of the global economy and the risks emerging for Mongolia. The global uncertainty index has reached its second highest level in recorded history. In 2020, due to the pandemic, this index reached 56, and now, because of the US elections and geopolitical risks, it has reached 53. According to the Asian Development Bank, due to the effects of the trade war, global economic growth is expected to shrink by 0.4% in 2025 and by 0.7% in 2026. China’s economic growth is also forecast to decrease by 0.4% in 2025 and by 0.9% in 2026. These circumstances negatively impact Mongolia, where budget revenue is mainly composed of mining product exports. Therefore, the need to amend the Law on the Commodity Exchange, implement the “Gold” program, transform the Development Bank into an Export-Import (Exim) Bank, and amend the Law on Public-Private Partnerships was discussed as necessary policy measures. Furthermore, he noted, “The draft temporary trade agreement between Mongolia and the Eurasian Economic Union and its member states is an essential issue included in the 'Vision 2050' program and is a pressing matter for the joint government. In these times of uncertainty and declining investment, this provides a great opportunity to expand our market.” For Mongolia, export revenues have decreased by 1 billion USD compared to the same period last year, and coal prices have dropped by 38%, but coal export volumes remain at last year's levels. Copper concentrate prices are up 19%, and export volume is up 26% from last year. Foreign currency reserves stand at 5.0 billion USD. During this meeting, methods to increase the yield of the National Wealth Fund and options for allocating the mineral resource usage fee, considering the current economic conditions and the funds connected to the Ministry of Finance, were presented. The proposals and recommendations expressed by board members during the presentations were consolidated for further discussion at a government meeting, with related officials tasked for follow-up. B. Baatarmunkh, a member of the Energy Sub-Council, presented issues regarding amendments to the Energy Law and the Renewable Energy Law. Of the 270 proposals submitted by member organizations of the Mongolian National Chamber of Commerce and Industry and the Mongolian Business Council, 12 solutions and recommendations were consolidated. The Concept of Energy was first approved in 2001, and now requires updating. For example, the selection process for new projects needs reform, and currently, 48 types of permits must be obtained in this sector for construction, production, and land use. It was recommended to simplify this process and implement a “One window permit system” in line with international best practices. It was also proposed to classify consumers of renewable energy, certify usage, include provisions in law for signing stability agreements with new investors, clarify and harmonize the issues of government subsidies in the Energy Law and Budget Law, and address the use of swap transactions in energy projects through international agreements. These legal reforms are deemed necessary by private sector representatives. The Prime Minister stressed the need to consolidate understandings in the energy sector, align and improve the legal environment, and expressed his attention to and intention to work on these issues. Geopolitical and geoeconomic circumstances and sudden changes in trade tariffs and crises present both short- and long-term policy challenges to the economy, requiring preparedness similar to the pandemic period. He noted that private sector involvement and support are necessary, and directed for consolidation and submission of proposals for cooperation. Going forward, the Prime Minister stated that the Economic Development Board will prioritize hearing about major projects implemented by the private sector that can yield social and economic benefits, and the government will develop mechanisms to provide appropriate support.

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N. Gantumur: We will turn the Development Bank into an 'Exim' bank to support specific exporters with investments

Published: 2025-04-22 | Translated from: isee.mn

At a meeting of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Economics, the draft temporary trade agreement between Mongolia and the Eurasian Economic Union and its member countries, proposed by the government, was discussed. The following discussion took place during the meeting. Member of Parliament B. Naidalaa: Looking at the big picture, it is absolutely correct for Mongolia to temporarily join this agreement. Mongolia has only two neighbors. We are always trading with our southern neighbor, but we do not trade at all with our northern and western neighbors. The basis for economic and national development is the market. There are only two choices: to open the market or not to open it. Not only Eurasia, but we must open to all markets such as America, Japan, etc. On this, I have a firm position. Most importantly, it is not the case anywhere in the world that a country first becomes ready and only then opens its market; rather, opening the market makes the country ready. Investments will come in when the market is open, so the motivation to do business and to invest arises from an open market. This is also shown in studies. There may not be results in the short term. What's most important is that whether Mongolia benefits from this agreement is not up to Eurasia, not up to Russia, not up to Kazakhstan, but up to us. For example, there are cases where some small countries are said to have lost out after joining the Eurasian agreement. But they failed not because of tariffs or Eurasia, but because they did not have a favorable business environment themselves. In other words, they failed to do their homework. My question is: does our country have a favorable environment for doing business, what is our tax policy, how do we support entrepreneurs, what is the legal environment? It all depends on these factors. B. NAIDALAA: IF WE CREATE A FAVORABLE BUSINESS ENVIRONMENT, WE WILL BENEFIT FROM THE EURASIAN AGREEMENT Minister of Economic Development N. Gantumur: We are developing and implementing a comprehensive plan to remove obstacles to doing business. On this, we are in agreement. I believe government support is needed for exports. Therefore, we will turn the Development Bank into an "Exim" bank to provide investment support to specific exporters. Thirdly, regulation is needed for supply chains and logistics. Previously, we made mistakes during the free trade agreement with Japan. Member of Parliament B. Naidalaa: People are arguing about this as if it all depends on the agreement, on Russia, on Japan, on Kazakhstan. But manufacturing goods and exporting them, whether selling in Ulaanbaatar or in Japan, is essentially the same. The main issue is the unfavorable environment for doing business and trade. If we can create a favorable business environment, we will benefit from this agreement.

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Selection of Contractor to Provide Audit Services and Prepare Assessment for XacBank

Published: 2025-04-22 | Translated from: isee.mn

INVITATION FOR SELECTION OF CONTRACTORS We invite interested companies to participate in the open tender with RFP number RITM1637039 to provide an independent audit service and prepare an assessment based on the COBIT system for general IT management controls. Companies wishing to participate in the selection must transfer a non-refundable fee of 50,000 MNT (fifty thousand tögrög) to XacBank's account number 5000000015 and submit the payment receipt along with an official letter to tender@xacbank.mn to receive the tender documents from that address. Please note that under no circumstances will the fee be refunded once it is paid! Price proposals should be sent to proposal@xacbank.mn, and other materials should be sent to documents@xacbank.mn, with RFP number RITM1637039 indicated in the subject line of the email before 18:00 on May 2, 2025. Only successful companies will be notified via email. Note: For information related to the selection process, please contact info@xacbank.mn.
Address: XacBank Tower, Chingis Avenue, Stadium Orgil-1, KHUD-15, P.O. Box 192, Ulaanbaatar 17010.

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The 'Old' Facts Behind the 'New' Tögrog Nuur Deposit Scandal

Published: 2025-04-22 | Translated from: unuudur.mn

On February 6, 2007, the State Great Khural (Parliament) approved Resolution No. 27 to classify certain deposits as strategic mineral deposits. In Annex 1 of the resolution, 15 deposits were designated as strategic. In 2015, one more deposit was added to the list. Annex 2 tasked the government with submitting proposals regarding whether 39 other deposits should be classified as strategic for Parliament's decision. News that the Tögrog Nuur deposit was sold in 2010 by Kh. Battulga to a Chinese-owned company, "Min Shing Waterworks Limited" (incorporated in the Cayman Islands), for $250 million is still publicly available on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange website. The Tögrog Nuur deposit was included in the second list of strategic deposits approved by Parliament. This deposit, like Erdenet, Oyu Tolgoi, and Tavan Tolgoi, was supposed to benefit the people. A total of 11 licenses, covering 75,000 hectares of gold, copper, and coal deposits in Govi-Altai, Zavkhan, and Dundgovi, were sold together with Tögrog Nuur. All these facts are still present in the Hong Kong Stock Exchange's records. Anyone can look it up. "Ming Hing Waterworks Holdings," the offshore company, later changed its name to "Mongolia Investment Group" and traded shares on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange until trading was suspended in September 2013. Since then, the company's situation has become unclear. However, information that the largest shareholder of "Mongolia Investment Group" was the Chinese state-owned military aircraft manufacturer "AVIC" can also be found in the Hong Kong Stock Exchange's archives. It is only recently becoming clear who has acquired these 11 licenses. This information is available on the official website of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange. Kh. Battulga himself established the company "Camex" LLC in Mongolia, and its subsidiaries obtained 17 licenses for coal, gold, and copper. One of these is the Tögrog Nuur coal deposit, found in the second list of strategic deposits. The rest are licenses for gold, copper, and coal in Govi-Altai, Zavkhan, and Dundgovi provinces, totaling 75,000 hectares of land. Kh. Battulga held 90% of "Camex" LLC, while Batsukh Yadamsuren (also known as "Ard Batsukh") owned 10%. Kh. Battulga, on March 21, 2007, transferred his 90% to his daughter Namuun. Soon after, on April 4, 2007, it was transferred to his elder sister, Tsendsuren Khaltmaa. All these details remain in Mongolia's public company registry. This information is also already public. However, one secretive aspect is that shortly after, an offshore holding company called "Camex PTE" was established in Singapore as the parent of "Camex" LLC. Furthermore, three companies—Well Delight (BVI), Best State (BVI), and Sino Access (BVI)—registered in the British Virgin Islands, were created with 100% shareholding in the chain above. At the end of this five-tier structure, the shareholders of the two final parent companies in offshore zones were Mashbat Bökhbat, the Secretary General of the Judo Association chaired by President Kh. Battulga, Yadamsuren Batsukh, and Celestina Hui Shim Lim, daughter of Billy Lim Sim Pau. This is all verifiable from Hong Kong Stock Exchange documents. Yet, the name of Kh. Battulga, the original founder and 90% owner, disappears from these documents. It is clear that he did not give away his 90% for nothing. Later, these two parent companies were sold to another offshore company called "Brave Lion (BVI)." Creating multiple layers of offshore holdings through five ownership tiers likely had only one purpose based on experience: to obscure ownership and transaction details. Ultimately, the Tögrog Nuur deposit, hidden behind multiple offshore layers, was sold for $250 million. The offshore company "Camex PTE," registered in an offshore zone and sold to the Chinese-owned, Hong Kong Stock Exchange-listed "Min Shing" company, reportedly operated from offices rented from "Jenko Holding PTE," which was uncovered during this investigation. Thus, the destination of the $250 million can be traced. In 2007-2008, "Tögrog Nuur Energy" LLC, a subsidiary of "Camex" (established by President Kh. Battulga), received over $1 million in subsidies from Ulaanbaatar’s "Clean Air Fund" to produce smokeless fuel. In October 2008, a factory opening ceremony was held, with Kh. Battulga himself cutting the ribbon. Although the company received about $1 million (approximately 2.9 billion togrogs) in subsidies from the state, it never produced a single sack of improved fuel. When the Tögrog Nuur deposit was ultimately sold to the Chinese for $250 million, lawyers for "Camex" LLC, which was founded by Kh. Battulga and owned 90% by him, officially stated that the government was unlikely to hold "Tögrog Nuur Energy" accountable for not fulfilling its project goals. This statement is still available on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange website, particularly on page 270, which details the state's intention to provide further funding beyond the initial $1 million subsidy. The history of "Tögrog Nuur Energy," a daughter company of "Camex" LLC, selling the Tögrog Nuur coal deposit and several others to the "Ming Hing Waterworks Holdings Limited," a Chinese-owned company listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, for $250 million became public several years ago. In September 2011, T. Lkhagvadorj, the son-in-law of President Battulga, sold coal deposits such as Tsant Uul and Unst Khudag in Ömnögovi, Dundgovi, and Sükhbaatar aimags to Thailand's Banpu Group for a total of $443 million. Soon after, a dispute emerged regarding the licenses for the deposits sold to Banpu Group, resulting in the Thai company being left with neither money nor licenses. To this day, Mongolian authorities continue to discuss and probe the issue. Currently, T. Lkhagvadorj serves as the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Mongolia to Singapore. Additionally, the company "Kores" was established under "Camex" LLC, via which Korean partners were involved in license deals. All of these are basic, widely known examples easily accessible to the public.

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The Poll on Paying Taxes Using VAT Refund Proceeds Will Continue Until Tomorrow

Published: 2025-04-22 | Translated from: ikon.mn

Requests to pay taxes from your VAT refund for the first quarter of this year will be accepted through the ebarimt system until April 23, 2025. If you intend to pay any of the following: - Motor vehicle tax - Firearm tax - Real estate tax - Land fee (for land users) - Real estate tax on land (for land owners) - Livestock head tax - Road facility usage fee you need to respond "Yes" to the question with the tax notice. By doing so, your request will be registered, and the corresponding tax will be paid. Also, within this month, the VAT refund for the first quarter of 2025 is scheduled to be transferred to citizens' accounts. Notice: Media organizations (TV, Radio, Social and web sites) are prohibited from using our information in whole or in part in any form. Usage is only permitted upon agreement, with the source (ikon.mn) properly cited.

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Diplomacy

Of the 18 Ambassadors Who Presented Their Credentials, Three Are Women

Published: 2025-04-22 | Translated from: unuudur.mn

Yesterday, 18 Ambassadors Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary from countries including Bosnia and Herzegovina, Ireland, Cambodia, Malaysia, Portugal, Tanzania, and Turkey presented their credentials to President U. Khurelsukh to serve in Mongolia. The Head of State congratulated the ambassadors, who are tasked with expanding relations and cooperation between their respective countries and Mongolia, advancing these ties to a new level, and strengthening partnerships with international organizations and communities. He also wished them success in their future work. Of these ambassadors, 17 are non-resident, and three are female ambassadors. Currently, there are 29 foreign diplomatic and consular missions permanently accredited in Mongolia, of which six have a female ambassador. Specifically, the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, the People's Republic of China, the Italian Republic, France, the European Union, and Canada have appointed female ambassadors to Mongolia. Now, with the appointment of female diplomats by Turkey, Somalia, and Cambodia, this number has increased to nine. To elaborate, Ms. Hodan Abdi has been appointed as the non-resident Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Somalia to Mongolia. Dr. Rathvachi Soun has been appointed as the non-resident Ambassador of the Kingdom of Cambodia to Mongolia. Meanwhile, the Republic of Turkey has sent Ms. Basak Genc Yuksel as its Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to Mongolia.

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SELENGE: Cooperation with Gangwon Province of South Korea in the fields of agriculture and tourism

Published: 2025-04-22 | Translated from: montsame.mn

During his participation in the IUTC International Training in Gangwon Province, Republic of Korea, Deputy Governor of Selenge Province J. Sainzog met with Deputy Governor Yeo Jun Hyop of Gangwon Province to discuss business cooperation and exchanged views on collaboration. Selenge Province had already officially proposed cooperation with Gangwon Province in the fields of agriculture and tourism. Moving forward, the two sides have agreed to actively develop their relationship and partnership, to clarify and intensify their cooperation directions in the near future.

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Discussion on Cooperation with India in the Field of Disaster Management

Published: 2025-04-22 | Translated from: montsame.mn

Colonel Ts. Ganzorig, First Deputy Chief and Chief of Staff of the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), met with His Excellency Atul Malhari Gotsurve, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of India to Mongolia, to exchange views on cooperation between the two countries in the field of disaster management. During the meeting, they discussed organizing joint training and drills to ensure fire and disaster safety at the oil refinery being constructed in Altanshiree soum, Dornogovi Province, with concessional loans from the Indian government. Furthermore, discussions were held on expanding and intensifying the scope of cooperation, including the possibility for NEMA officers to participate in short- and medium-term professional training under India's Technical and Economic Cooperation Program, as well as other matters.

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Infrastructure

Oyu Tolgoi Company Delivers a School for 1,200 Children and a Kindergarten for 200 Children in Dalanzadgad, Umnugovi Province

Published: 2025-04-22 | Translated from: ikon.mn

Mongolia, Umnugovi Province, Dalanzadgad District – With a vision to build knowledge, skills, and values from mineral resources, Oyu Tolgoi LLC has continuously initiated and implemented various projects and programs supporting the education of children and youth. Within this framework, through the Gobi Oyu Development Support Fund (GODSF), which is funded by Oyu Tolgoi, a comprehensive construction project was financed in the Gurvan Saikhan neighborhood of Dalanzadgad district, Umnugovi Province, based on the needs of the local community. This project includes a school for 1,200 children and a kindergarten for 200 children. The Gurvan Saikhan neighborhood is remote from the city center and is a new residential area of Dalanzadgad. Previously, preschool children had to travel 4-6 km from their homes to attend kindergartens. With the new kindergarten and school built in the area, basic educational services are now more accessible, allowing children to study and grow up in a comfortable environment without having to travel long distances. Additionally, about 140 new jobs for teachers and staff have been created locally. At the opening ceremony, the Executive Director of GODSF, S. Erdenebat, remarked, “The construction of the school and kindergarten in Gurvan Saikhan neighborhood is a real contribution to improving the quality and accessibility of social services aligned with the needs of the local community and the development policies of Umnugovi Province and its districts. I also want to highlight that today marks the 10th anniversary of GODSF. Since 2015, Oyu Tolgoi has continuously invested 5 million USD annually through the Fund to support projects and programs for the sustainable socio-economic development of Umnugovi Province. The 6th School for 1,200 children and the 33rd Kindergarten for 200 children, constructed with a total budget of 24.2 billion MNT, are among the major educational projects not just in Umnugovi but throughout the nation.” Oyu Tolgoi LLC continues to make a tangible contribution by working closely with local residents to support the education of future generations of children and youth. Gobi Oyu Development Support Fund
On April 22, 2015, Oyu Tolgoi LLC signed a Cooperation Agreement with Umnugovi Province and Khanbogd district, and, to ensure its implementation, established the Gobi Oyu Development Support Fund (GODSF), an NGO, in September 2015. GODSF operates to finance and efficiently manage projects and programs supporting the sustainable development of Umnugovi Province and partner districts of Oyu Tolgoi—Khanbogd, Bayan-Ovoo, Manlai, and Dalanzadgad. Since 2015, GODSF has invested 160 billion MNT in the socio-economic development of Umnugovi Province; of this, more than 46.3 billion MNT has funded 169 projects focused on education, such as school and kindergarten construction, provision of equipment, and teacher training. Major projects include:
- A 1,200-student school and a 200-child kindergarten in Dalanzadgad
- A 640-student school and 200-child kindergarten in Khanbogd
- The 25th and 26th Kindergartens for 174 children in Dalanzadgad
- Under the “Gobi Oyu – Student Scholarship” program, 1.5 billion MNT in scholarships to 630 students from 2016 to 2024
- The Natural History Museum of the province was fully funded and constructed, opening in May 2022, becoming a significant investment for education, science, and tourism.
- A program to improve education management and leadership at all levels in the province, and upgrade teaching quality in all institutions, is underway for 2024-2028. More information about GODSF can be found at www.goviinoyu.mn and www.facebook.com/GobiOyuDSF. 6th School with a Capacity of 1,200 Children
This complex school was built with 19.9 billion MNT in funding, opened on March 29, 2025, and is currently in operation. It includes:
- Four classroom blocks
- Classrooms with desks, chairs, and boards for students
- Computer labs, chemistry, visual arts, and technology rooms fully equipped with necessary equipment
- A performing arts hall fitted with acoustic lining and musical instruments
- A gymnasium equipped for basketball, handball, and tennis
- A library for 300 children
- A kitchen and dining area with capacity to produce food for 550 children per meal
- Staff and teacher offices for lesson preparation
- Outdoor sports facilities for football, basketball, handball, and a running track, all modernly equipped 33rd Kindergarten for 200 Children
Built with a total funding of 4.3 billion MNT, this kindergarten opened on September 1, 2024, and operates with 8 groups. Features include:
- Eight group classrooms, fully furnished and equipped with necessary toys and educational games, including AR Puzzle educational games combining real and virtual environments for preschoolers
- A performing arts hall fitted with acoustic lining and musical instruments
- A kitchen equipped to prepare food for 200 children
- "Shimt" curriculum learning materials in 3 classes
- Laptops for teachers for lesson preparation
- Outdoor playgrounds, meeting preschool educational environment standards Notice
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Five Out of 149 Cable Transport Equipment Containers Have Arrived in Ulaanbaatar

Published: 2025-04-22 | Translated from: ikon.mn

The project implementation unit has announced that they aim to complete the construction and installation work for the "Yarmag, Artsat – Önör District" cable car transport route within the fourth quarter of this year. As part of the first route of the cable transport project, which connects Khan-Uul and Bayangol districts, it is planned to build 19 supporting columns, ranging in height from 7.5 to 42 meters, as well as two stations. The foundations for the supporting columns consist of two parts: a pile foundation and a base foundation. Currently, drilling, reinforcement, and concrete pouring work for the pile foundations of 16 supporting columns have been carried out, as well as excavation work for the base foundations of two supporting columns. Meanwhile, necessary equipment is arriving from France according to schedule. Previously, two containers carrying small items required for the construction, such as bolts and station equipment, had arrived; yesterday, three more containers with steel cable drums arrived. Thus, five out of a total of 149 containers have arrived in Ulaanbaatar, and 54 more containers are currently being transported to the Mongolian border. In the future, in a one-hectare area in Yarmag and Artsat, construction will proceed in parallel on a 98-cabin garage, a maintenance workshop, a parking lot, and foundational structures for the supports. The Integrated Project for Reducing Traffic Congestion in Ulaanbaatar has announced that preparations for these works are underway. Warning: Media organizations (television, radio, social media, and websites) are prohibited from partially or wholly using our information in any form without agreement. Usage is allowed only with permission and by citing the source (ikon.mn).

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Tender for Tuul Expressway to be Reannounced as Bidders Failed to Meet Requirements

Published: 2025-04-22 | Translated from: ikon.mn

An international open tender to select the contractor to build the Tuul Expressway was announced. After opening, evaluating, and reviewing the bids within the legal timeframe, it was found that the participants did not meet the tender requirements. Therefore, according to the press department of the Capital City Governor’s Office, the tender for the Tuul Expressway will be reannounced. One of the main projects to expand and develop the road network of Ulaanbaatar and reduce traffic congestion is the Tuul Expressway project. The expressway will be six lanes and 32 kilometers long, extending from the Bayanzurkh checkpoint in the east of the city, branching off from the Ulaanbaatar-Nalaikh highway to the safety roundabout leading to the western provinces. When operational, this road is planned to increase the average traffic speed by 14 percent. As an international expressway with no traffic lights but with designated entries and exits, travelers can cover the entire 32-kilometer stretch without stopping. Within the framework of the project, there will be eight locations with two-level interchanges, bridges spanning 9,870 meters in 13 locations, and tunnels of 370 meters in length at seven locations, creating a ring road system around Ulaanbaatar city. The project is planned to be built with a budget of 2 trillion 384 billion MNT. Warning: Media organizations (TV, radio, social and web pages) are prohibited from using our information in whole or in part in any form except with agreement and when citing the source (ikon.mn).

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Eight Interchange Junctions to be Built as part of the Tuul Expressway Project

Published: 2025-04-22 | Translated from: montsame.mn

Within the framework of the 24 mega projects to develop Ulaanbaatar city, one of the projects to expand and improve the capital's road network is the Tuul Expressway. This expressway will stretch for a total of 32 kilometers with six lanes, starting from the eastern part of the city at Bayanzurkh checkpoint, from the Ulaanbaatar–Nalaikh highway, to the western part of the city at the Safety Circle, where the road branches off to the western provinces. This project holds high significance in reducing the load on the city center's roads, increasing traffic efficiency, promoting economic growth, saving citizens' time, and developing a modern standard road network. The Tuul Expressway is a part of the New Ring Road and includes plans to construct eight two-level interchange junctions, 9,870 meters of bridges in 13 locations, and 370 meters of tunnels in seven locations. For example, at the Bayanzurkh checkpoint junction—the primary entry and exit point connecting with the city's Second Ring Road to the northern direction—a main access point will be built to manage traffic. The multi-level interchanges planned for the First Ring Road and in front of the National Park will connect with Öödöö Temüülekh Bridge, Bogd Mountain Tunnel, and Khunnu City, allowing traffic to flow out of the city. The access points at the western part of the Yarmag Bridge will help balance traffic load on the central roads by connecting with the main road. The links to CHP-4, Naadamchi Bridge, the First Ring Road, Songinokhairkhan Road, and the Auto Trade Complex will regulate traffic into and out of the city, thus improving traffic control in the central zone. Additionally, the planned multi-level interchange at the Safety Circle in the western part of the city, where the road branches off to the western provinces, will connect with Ulaanbaatar's vertical highway, the First and Second Ring Roads, and aims to create a network of ring roads encircling the city. Construction and assembly work for the project is scheduled for 2025-2027, to be implemented in phases and according to international standards.

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Schedule for Electricity Supply Interruptions on April 23

Published: 2025-04-22 | Translated from: ikon.mn

With the special permission of MPA Agency, this photo is used. Scheduled maintenance is being carried out on the power lines and equipment in Ulaanbaatar city. On April 23, electricity will be cut off in certain areas according to the maintenance schedule. Households and businesses in Sukhbaatar, Bayanzurkh, Bayangol, Khan-Uul districts of the capital, as well as in the Zuunkharaa, Bayandelger, and Bayantsagaan soums of Tuv Province, will experience power interruptions for scheduled maintenance. The areas where electricity will be restricted on Wednesday, April 23, are listed below. For the detailed schedule of electricity line and equipment maintenance, you can click HERE. Warning:
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The National Council for Road Traffic Safety is Meeting

Published: 2025-04-22 | Translated from: unuudur.mn

Today, the National Council for Road Traffic Safety is holding a meeting at the State Palace. This meeting, taking place in the Local Administration Hall, will discuss the 2024 annual report of the National Council for Road Traffic Safety, as well as review the actual situation regarding road and transport accidents and violations, the measures being implemented, and issues that need attention in the future. Mongolia's National Council for Road Traffic Safety is comprised of 18 members. Specifically, the council includes the Prime Minister of Mongolia, the Minister of Road and Transport, the head of the 20-Minute City and National Committee, the Minister of Justice and Home Affairs, the Minister of Education, the Minister of Urban Development, Construction, and Housing, the Minister of Health, the Minister of Digital Development, Innovation, and Communications, the Governor of the Capital and Mayor of Ulaanbaatar, the Prime Minister's advisor, the Head of the General Police Department, the Head of the Transport Police Department, the Director of Mongolian National Public Radio and Television, the Executive Director of the Mongolian Road Transport Association, the Executive Director of the Compulsory Insurers Association, the Head of the Universal Development Center, the Head of the Evt Gurvan Tulga NGO, and the Head of the National Council for Road Traffic Safety's Secretariat.

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Rainwater Drainage Pipes on Olympic Street are Being Upgraded

Published: 2025-04-22 | Translated from: ikon.mn

Repair and renovation work has begun on the rainwater drainage system in the area of Subdistrict 1 of Sukhbaatar District, along Olympic Street. This year, new rainwater drainage pipes totaling 15 kilometers in length will be installed at seven locations that regularly experience flooding whenever it rains. Specifically, a 2,393-meter-long drainage pipe will be installed near the train station, and another 1,200-meter-long pipe will be installed beneath the Peace Bridge. The seven locations where rainwater drainage pipes and networks will be added to the roads are as follows: - Bayangol, Subdistrict 4, near the railway station - Bayangol District, Subdistrict 5, near building 14 of "Altai" complex - The front part of Narnii Bridge, around the bus stop of the "Altai" complex - Khan-Uul District, Subdistrict 15, under the Peace Bridge - Khan-Uul District, Subdistrict 3, near TEC 3, or along the Workers Street - The road in front of the "Bumbugur" Trade Center - Chingis Avenue, near "120 Myangat" These drainage installations are planned to be completed before the start of the rainy season, that is, by the end of May. The engineering and technical staff of the "Geodesy, Water Construction, and Facilities Agency" SOE will carry out these constructions. Notice: Media organizations (Television, Radio, Social, and Web pages) are prohibited from fully or partially using our information in any form unless by agreement and must cite the source (ikon.mn) if used.

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Bus Card Recharge Kiosks Installed at 100 Locations in the Capital

Published: 2025-04-22 | Translated from: news.mn

In order to provide public transport services to citizens in a more convenient, fast, and accessible way, card recharge kiosk devices have been installed at 100 locations across Ulaanbaatar city. Additionally, there are multiple options available for paying public transport fares. Specifically, you can recharge your card using the UBCARD application, at Nomin, Emart, and CU chain stores, via your mobile phone, or pay fares by tapping any type of bank card on public transport buses. Instructions for recharging your card using the UBCARD application can be found here: https://www.facebook.com/transport.ub.gov.mn/videos/550681261407337 Also, passengers with Umoney cards can visit the following address for more information: https://www.facebook.com/Umoneyofficial City Mayor’s Public Information and Communications Department

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Society

Published: 2025-04-22 | Translated from: unuudur.mn

According to the current law, citizens pay 11.5 percent of their salary or income and businesses pay 12.5-14.5 percent of their operating revenue as social insurance contributions. In total, employees and employers together pay 24-26 percent in contributions. Now, more than 100,000 people have signed a petition submitted by citizen B. Batbileg on the “D-parliament” online system to reduce this amount by half, to 12 percent. As a result, this issue has met the criteria to be forwarded to the relevant working group and standing committee for review, opinion, and potential draft legislation. Economist R. Shinegerel's request to reduce the individual income tax from 10 percent to one percent has also garnered more than 100,000 signatures. Since the beginning of this year, two initiatives related to reducing taxes and social insurance contributions have received such widespread public support. However, it remains unclear whether legislators will draft and adopt such bills in response. Citizen B. Ulziibat introduced the “D-parliament” system, which was launched in 2023 to ensure public participation in the exercise of parliamentary authority, to the wider public yesterday. Through this site, the Secretariat of the State Great Khural accepts petitions and complaints from citizens and forwards them to the relevant party, coalition, standing committee, or working group. It also gathers public feedback on specific issues and conveys it to the head of government, although many people are still unaware of this. Therefore, he encouraged everyone over 18 years old to take advantage of this opportunity and participate. He also highlighted that the "Prime Minister's Information" section of the system allows citizens to submit questions and suggestions directly to the head of government.

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Demand for Law Enforcement Action Regarding Attack on Mark Meleard, CEO of Badrakh Energy LLC

Published: 2025-04-22 | Translated from: isee.mn

Yesterday, an incident occurred in which one of the anti-uranium activists physically assaulted Mark Meleard, the CEO of the Mongolian-French joint venture "Badrakh Energy" LLC, which is utilizing the Zuuvch-Ovoo uranium deposit. In connection with this event, the Mongolian National Mining Association has issued a statement. The statement reads: "Recently, smear campaigns, deliberate misrepresentation, and the spread of false information about companies scrupulously abiding by Mongolian laws and regulations have intensified, along with organized online defamation and attacks. Furthermore, there have been repeated cases of assaults threatening the health and safety of employees carrying out their duties. The most recent example is the attack on Mark Meleard, CEO of Badrakh Energy LLC, which highlights the increasingly serious nature of these incidents. We demand the relevant law enforcement authorities take action regarding this event. Resolving such issues within the framework of the law will block the risk of repeating such illegal incidents in the future, protect the reputation of others, ensure the normal operations of businesses, and help safeguard the health and safety of workers. Mongolia’s mining sector, which underpins the country’s society and economy, accounts for 94% of export income, 35% of budget revenue, and 79% of foreign direct investment. The sector provides over 75,000 jobs through domestic and foreign investment in both state and private enterprises, which have been working tirelessly for the country's development. Member companies of the Mongolian National Mining Association operate responsibly within the framework of Mongolian law and regulations, meeting international standards of responsible mining, and supporting investments in clean energy. We would like to state that we will continue to closely cooperate with government bodies and the private sector to promote domestic and foreign investment and create a favorable investment environment."

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Attack on Executive Director of "Badrakh Energy" LLC by Opponents of Uranium Project

Published: 2025-04-22 | Translated from: unuudur.mn

The executive management of "Badrakh Energy" LLC, the company implementing the uranium mining project jointly launched by Mongolia and France, met yesterday at 14:00 with 14 representatives of citizens opposing the project. The opposing citizens said, "A whole province has been poisoned. Many people's lives and health have been harmed. That's why you should leave Mongolia." In response, Mark Meleard, the executive director of "Badrakh Energy" LLC, the executor of the "Züvch-Ovoo" project in Ulaanbadrakh soum, Dornogovi province, explained, "It has been 60 years since the establishment of diplomatic relations between Mongolia and France. During this time, for Mongolia, this is the largest strategically significant project implemented with a third neighbor. We have obtained over 100 permits to begin our operations." However, the meeting did not satisfy the uranium project opponents. One of the female protesters assaulted the executive director, Mark Meleard, hitting his head and face, and threateningly said, "I'll kill you," while also attempting to strangle him with his shirt. A call regarding the incident was received by the police at around 14:40 yesterday, and officers from the First Division of Sukhbaatar District Police went to the "ICC Tower" building in the first khoroo of the district to investigate the incident. In addition to Mark Meleard, the company's director responsible for labor safety, radiation protection, and local relations, Ts. Enkhjargal, was also attacked and received minor injuries. At the time of going to press, the police were working to identify the woman in the white coat who assaulted Mark Meleard and Ts. Enkhjargal.

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If policies to increase the population are not implemented, birth rates will decrease from 2030 and the 4 millionth citizen is estimated to arrive around 2036

Published: 2025-04-22 | Translated from: ikon.mn

A working group responsible for intensifying the implementation of relevant legislations for improving the quality of life for Mongolians and supporting population growth, as well as for analyzing their effectiveness, presenting recommendations for future actions, and drafting related legislation if necessary, held a meeting in accordance with Order No. 68 of the Speaker of the Parliament. Member of Parliament and head of the working group, D. Uuriintuya, expressed gratitude to the scientists and researchers from universities and scientific institutions who came to present their research findings and conclusions on the quality of life for Mongolians and the associated environmental and living conditions. A. Amarbal, Director of the Socio-economic Research Department at the Capital City Policy Research and Analysis Center, presented his study on the population growth of Mongolia and issues to be addressed in the future. According to him, households with 3-4 children in Mongolia are considered large families. Specifically, there are 167,000 households with three or more children. If a state policy to increase the population is not implemented, it is projected that Mongolia will only receive its 4 millionth citizen around 2036. Therefore, he suggested solutions such as renewing demographic and development policies, implementing policies to support reproductive health, supporting the livelihoods of large families, increasing the accessibility of kindergartens and schools, and reducing costs to facilitate population growth. Ts. Bolormaa, head of the Department of Anthropology and Archaeology at the School of Science, National University of Mongolia, expressed her appreciation for listening to the research findings and recommendations presented by scholars and researchers. She emphasized that it is important to start population growth policies with the right conceptual approach. She noted that although policies supporting demographics are included in various laws, their results have not been evaluated. Therefore, there is a need for high-target policies that can produce results over 10-15 years, or even longer periods. B. Enkhtsetseg, lecturer at the Department of Anthropology and Archaeology, School of Science, National University of Mongolia, noted that women of reproductive age are giving birth later in life. When women give birth later, they are likely to have only 1-2 children. In the future, starting from 2030, the birth rate is expected to decrease further. Thus, if the country wants to implement policies to increase its population, it should set the ideal number of children per family to 3-4 and, in addition to offering monetary incentives based on the number of children, it is time to influence the attitudes of young people and future parents. B. Narantulga, head of the Department of Public Administration at the Academy of Management, stated that the regulation of social welfare and demographic growth policies should be reviewed separately. He agreed that increasing the amount of financial support provided to households with three or more children would create economic opportunities for them. MP and working group head D. Uuriintuya stated that in order to increase the population of Mongolia, the government is implementing interdependent policies: to improve the economy so the population can grow, and vice versa. She said that she sees the three types of research and ideas from the few specialists in demography as a cohesive whole. She suggested that, under Order No. 68 of the Speaker of Parliament, a supporting team of scholars should work with the working group. She invited scholars and researchers to support and cooperate with their working group, according to the Press and Information Office of the State Great Khural. Notice: Media organizations (TV, radio, social media, and web pages) are prohibited from using our information in whole or in part in any form unless prior agreement is made and the source (ikon.mn) is mentioned.

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Our Country Ranks 57th in the World and 4th in the Region for Adventure Tourism

Published: 2025-04-22 | Translated from: unuudur.mn

The Adventure Travel Trade Association, along with researchers and experts from George Washington University, has released the “Adventure Tourism Development Index-2024.” The study covered 186 countries, assessing their competitiveness based on nine key indicators: sustainable development, safety, accessibility of health services, resilience to climate change, natural and cultural resources, and infrastructure. According to the results, Mongolia ranked 57th globally and 4th in its region. Among developed economies, Germany, France, and Switzerland led the rankings, with Germany scoring the highest in all criteria. As for developing economies, Costa Rica, Chile, and Thailand were identified as exemplary countries in developing adventure tourism. In the Asia-Pacific region, Thailand, Malaysia, and China topped the list, while Mongolia, Vietnam, and Indonesia secured special positions.

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Citizens Collect Electronic Signatures Against Opening the Tsagaan Del Border Crossing

Published: 2025-04-22 | Translated from: ikon.mn

Some citizens of Ömnögovi province have announced their opposition to the opening of the Tsagaan Del Uul border crossing and held a press conference. They are also collecting electronic signatures from citizens through the public petition and complaints system. They seek the support of 33,000 people and have so far gathered 6,988 signatures. A citizens’ representative stated: "In 2014, the Mongolian Government passed Resolution No. 46 regarding the opening of the Tsagaan Del Uul-Ölziit border crossing. The Government pushed through a decision that should have been discussed by the State Great Khural, violating Article 25.2 of the Constitution. Over 40 licenses for exploration and exploitation have been issued to territories south from the Gobi Gurvansaikhan mountains, part of the Altai mountain range." Because they believe the Constitution has been violated, local citizens plan to approach the Constitutional Court. Before doing so, they are submitting official letters to the Prime Minister L. Oyun-Erdene and the Speaker of the Parliament D. Amarbaysgalan. According to the citizens that gave information, the proposed border crossing point is located at Orvog Gashuunii Bor Tolgoi, within the Gobi Small Strictly Protected Area. You can sign the electronic petition by clicking on the petition. Notice
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The Case of the Explosion at Dunjingarav Junction Returned for Additional Investigation

Published: 2025-04-22 | Translated from: ikon.mn

The preliminary hearing on the case of the explosion at Dunjingarav Junction was held today. Based on the deliberation of the judicial panel, the presiding judge announced the following decision: "Based on Articles 33.1.2 and 33.1.3 of the Criminal Procedure Law, the case has been returned for additional investigation. It was considered necessary to check the following circumstances: The investigator's decision and the resolution establishing certain individuals as civil claimants violated the legal procedures and grounds. In other words, establishing certain individuals who are not qualified as civil claimants in that role was considered by the court to limit the rights of other parties. Some individuals from building number 207 were incorrectly designated, and there were some vehicles involved. This will be reflected in the order. The expert conclusion regarding the traffic accident is questionable. It was decided to appoint a new expert. According to section 19.2 of the Fire Safety Law, persons transporting fire-hazardous substances are required to obtain a fire safety conclusion from the authorized emergency management agency. This conclusion is absent from the case. An expert opinion from the Ministry of Construction and Urban Development indicated that the National Commission for the acceptance of building number 207 failed to obtain the necessary fire safety assessment as required by sections 17.2 and 17.3 of the Fire Safety Law, which is important and relevant for the case. The expert opinion provided by the Ministry of Construction and Urban Development ambiguously stated that building number 207 did not meet the fire safety requirements stipulated by law. It was considered necessary to clarify this matter further." Warning: Media organizations (TV, Radio, Social media, and Web pages) are strictly prohibited from using our content in whole or in part in any form. It may only be used by mutual agreement and with reference to the source (ikon.mn).

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WARNING: A 20-year-old man named Z. Delgersaihan, who was traveling from Mongolia to Ulan-Ude, has gone missing

Published: 2025-04-22 | Translated from: isee.mn

A 20-year-old man named Zuunnastyn Delgersaihan has gone missing after traveling from Mongolia to Ulan-Ude. Russian news outlets reported on the matter, stating, “He has not traveled to any other countries before, and his family is actively searching for him.” He is about 180 cm tall, thin, with dark hair, and at the time of disappearance, he was wearing a black jacket and black shoes. He was last seen at a cafe located on Kommunisticheskaya Street in the center of Ulan-Ude. According to a cafe employee: “He dined here on the 12th of this month. He told us he was Mongolian, ate with us, and spent three hours charging his phone before leaving. He seemed very thoughtful.” Previously, a 38-year-old citizen of Buryatia also went missing in a similar manner. There was information that he was driving his car at the Khiagt border checkpoint, but later he was found deceased. If you see Delgersaihan, please report to 91117705. SOURCE: https://newbur.ru/

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Expert Assessment to be Sought on Damages Suffered by Director of 'Badrakh Energy' LLC

Published: 2025-04-22 | Translated from: news.mn

Mongolia has agreed to implement a uranium mining project in cooperation with France. In connection with this, the CEO of Badrakh Energy, the company implementing the project, Marc Melléard, along with company executives, met with anti-uranium protesters. However, during the meeting, a video was circulated on social media showing an attack on Badrakh Energy CEO Marc Melléard. We previously reported that the police are conducting an investigation into this incident. According to the most recent information from police authorities, an application has been submitted to have an expert assessment made on whether any harm was caused to Badrakh Energy LLC's CEO Marc Melléard. As it has been determined that during the expression of opinions, the act of attacking a person has characteristics of a misdemeanor crime, the investigation is ongoing.

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WARNING: In Mongolia, 124,583 accidents registered over the last five years, 2,534 people died, 312 of them were children

Published: 2025-04-22 | Translated from: ikon.mn

The first session of the National Council for Road Traffic Safety in 2025 was held today. The meeting featured open discussions and the proposal of theoretical and practical initiatives regarding the current state of cooperation between organizations responsible for ensuring road traffic safety, joint activities to be implemented, and measures to resolve prevailing issues. Opening the session, Minister of Road and Transport B. Delgersaikhan stated: “The United Nations declared 2020-2030 as the Decade of Action for Road Safety, setting a goal to reduce the number of deaths and injuries resulting from road traffic accidents by 50%. The Government of Mongolia supported this target and has developed and implemented strategies and programs; however, research and analyses show that the situation has not improved significantly. For instance, there have been insufficient measures to reduce the number of vehicles with right-hand drive, to renew the vehicle fleet in Mongolia, and to provide comprehensive solutions for road traffic planning and management not only in Ulaanbaatar but also in other settlements. In recent years, the increase in mining, road, and transportation infrastructure development has been accompanied by a rise in traffic accidents resulting in human casualties. Therefore, there is an urgent need to align the plan of actions for ensuring road safety with city and settlement master plans, road master plans, accident and injury prevention plans, crime and offense prevention programs, as well as other ongoing road transport and road sector projects and programs.” In the last five years in Mongolia, 124,583 road traffic accidents have been registered, causing 43.5 billion MNT in damages, resulting in 2,534 deaths and 14,905 injuries; among these, 312 children lost their lives and 3,861 children were injured, which experts note as a matter requiring special attention. According to statistics, 98 percent of road traffic accidents are caused by drivers, and in 2024 alone, the Traffic Police Authority has uncovered 3,075,442 violations. Of these, 3,068,598 resulted in fines, 28,155 drunk drivers were identified, 20,072 drivers had their licenses revoked, and 650 people were arrested. Accordingly, the session issued recommendations to take several measures, warning that without a systematic and theoretically based approach to preventing and combating road traffic safety offenses, the number of accidents may continue to rise. Recommendations include: - Amending and updating some existing Mongolian legal provisions; - Improving the implementation of policies to ensure safety; - Strengthening preventive measures, research, training, and promotion; - Intensifying appeals and outreach to public organizations, enterprises, and citizens, as reported by the Ministry of Road and Transport. Note
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The Case of the Explosion at the "Dunjingarav" Intersection to Be Heard

Published: 2025-04-22 | Translated from: news.mn

The preliminary hearing for the gas explosion case that occurred in Bayanzurkh district, Ulaanbaatar, is scheduled for today. Previously, the hearing was set for March 6, 2025, but it was postponed indefinitely because the presiding judge was serving as part of the panel for the "green bus" session. On January 21, 2025, the prosecution referred the case to the Primary Criminal Courts of Bayanzurkh, Sukhbaatar, and Chingeltei districts. The court reviewed and accepted the case materials. According to the prosecutor's office, two individuals have been charged and are under investigation in connection with the incident. The legal authorities have identified the director of "Dashvaanjil" LLC and the driver of a large vehicle as suspects in the case. After the formation of a task force, a total of 76 forensic examinations in six categories were commissioned to determine the extent of damages to citizens and businesses caused by the fire, and to investigate the circumstances and causes of the fire. Seventy-five conclusions have been obtained so far, and more than 350 people have provided statements, according to officials.

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Environment

Goldman Prize Winner L. Batmunkh: Mongolia is the First Country to Announce Protection of 30% of Its Land

Published: 2025-04-22 | Translated from: isee.mn

Veteran engineer and environmentalist L. Batmunkh, who contributed to bringing 500,000 hectares of Dornogovi province’s Khuvsgul soum under national and local protection, has been named one of the seven winners of the 2025 Goldman Environmental Prize. At the age of 81, he has received this prestigious award. L. Batmunkh said about this: “I have worked at three mining factories in Dornogovi province and have witnessed and experienced first-hand the damage caused to the environment. That’s why I have always wanted to preserve my homeland’s pristine nature, nomadic livestock herding, wild animals, and historical sites as they are. I never expected to receive such an award. I thank the local people who worked with me on this effort. Mongolia is the first country to announce that it will protect 30% of its territory. The fact that the government legally accepted and supported my scientifically-grounded proposal shows that they are remaining true to this pledge. My wish is to make the mining industry responsible and ensure that it fulfills its environmental obligations,” he said. Furthermore, scientist and environmental educator Semia Garbi was awarded the prize for uncovering illegal waste trading in Tunisia, leading to investigations involving over 40 people, including 26 officials and 16 Italian citizens. Carlos Mayo Molina, who managed to stop the Fonsoleia port project in Spain, which posed a risk of destroying the habitat of marine life, and environmentalist Lauryn Allen, who exposed and stopped the operations of a plastics factory in Merrimack, New Hampshire, USA, that had been polluting the air, soil, and water with the persistent toxin known as PFAS for 20 years, also received the prize. Additionally, Albanian biologist Olsi Nika and social worker Besiana Guri, leaders of the movement to protect Vjosa, one of Europe's last free-flowing and undammed rivers, and Maria Luz Canacari Murayari of Peru, who secured a court decision assigning the government the responsibility to protect the Marañón River, which holds great natural and cultural significance, were named as 2025 prize winners.

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The Need to Urgently Increase Climate Financing on Preferential Terms Highlighted

Published: 2025-04-22 | Translated from: montsame.mn

L. Munkhtushig, State Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Mongolia, is participating in the 81st session of the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific, taking place in Bangkok from April 21 to 25. On April 21, he expressed the position of the Government of Mongolia during the session's general debate. In his speech, State Secretary L. Munkhtushig emphasized the importance of advancing the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals, intensifying regional efforts, strengthening partnerships and cooperation, increasing job opportunities and citizens' incomes, and bolstering networks for protecting education and health, in order to create an inclusive and sustainable future in the Asia-Pacific region. He also introduced Mongolia's contributions to the global effort to combat climate change and desertification. He highlighted the necessity of developing comprehensive adaptation strategies, establishing early warning systems, developing disaster-resilient infrastructure, and urgently increasing the accessibility of climate financing on preferential terms.

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EVENT: Discussion to be organized about the Selenge River budget issue

Published: 2025-04-22 | Translated from: ikon.mn

At 09:00 at the "Blue Sky" hotel, the Ministry of Economy and Development together with the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) will open the national training event on the theme “Science, Technology, and Innovation Park Policy and Experience.” At 10:00 at the Government Palace, the National Security Council will meet regarding road traffic accident issues. From 10:00 to 14:30, parliamentary standing committees will hold meetings. At 11:00 at the court, a preliminary hearing on the Dunjingarav explosion case will be held. At 11:00 at the "National Information Center," there will be a briefing about the world stars of figure skating performing in Mongolia for the first time. At 11:30, citizens of Umnugovi aimag will organize a press conference calling to collect 33,000 digital signatures to protect Tsagaan Del Uul and the famous Borzongi Gobi. At 14:00 at the Open Society Forum venue, a discussion on the Selenge River budget issue will be held. At the Ulaanbaatar Gallery - Juulchin Ballroom, an awards ceremony will be held to honor the "best 20 environmental protectors" of the Snow Leopard region. Notice:
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7.5 Hectares Affected by Forest and Steppe Fires in Tuv and Selenge Provinces

Published: 2025-04-22 | Translated from: isee.mn

Forest and steppe fires have affected 7.5 hectares of land in Tuv and Selenge provinces. A report was received by the Emergency Management Agency at 11:35 AM on April 21 about a forest and steppe fire in the "Burgastai" area of Chuluut bagh, Erdene soum, Tuv province (located 148 km northeast of the provincial center and 65 km north of the soum center). Local residents managed to extinguish the steppe fire at 3:49 PM. According to preliminary reports, the fire burned 1.5 hectares of land. Furthermore, a report about a forest and steppe fire in the "Shorgoolj" area of Tarvagtai bagh, Khuder soum, Selenge province (168 km southeast of the provincial center and 25 km southeast of the soum center) was received at 3:36 PM on April 21. Emergency services personnel from the Khuder soum branch and staff from the soum governor's office worked to contain the fire at 6:17 PM and are working to fully extinguish it. According to preliminary estimates, the fire in this area has burned 6 hectares of land. SOURCE: National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA)

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Sukhbaatar: Studying Experiences to Enhance the Billion Trees Movement

Published: 2025-04-22 | Translated from: montsame.mn

As part of efforts to intensify the implementation of the national "Billion Trees" movement, environmental specialists from Sukhbaatar province are studying experiences in certain areas of Khentii, Baganuur, Nalaikh, and Ulaanbaatar. The team includes staff from the provincial environmental department, local nature conservation officers, state inspectors for environmental control, forestry divisions, and teachers responsible for afforestation at vocational training centers—a total of 17 people. They are becoming acquainted with the activities of the inter-soum forest division in Ömnödelger soum of Khentii province, district forest divisions, tree nurseries, eco-friendly sanitation facility factories, the Mongolian Toilet Association, and the Mongolian Nature Protectors’ United Association. Within the framework of the "Billion Trees" national movement, Sukhbaatar province is tasked with planting and growing 10 million trees by 2030. During the first phase, from 2021-2024, the plan was to plant 660,000 trees; however, as of the first quarter of this year, 812,183 saplings have already been planted. The tree survival rate is 80%, and the forested area has increased by 155 hectares. The main objectives of this study are to survey the management of tree nurseries in the province and districts, urban greening and afforestation, agro-forestry practices, public engagement initiatives, incentive systems, and planning for sustainability; to identify local challenges; and to encourage more stakeholder participation in cooperation. The aim is to bring these good practices back for implementation in the local area.

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Innovation

Mongolia Becomes the 13th Country to Implement the 'TSM' Standard

Published: 2025-04-22 | Translated from: montsame.mn

Mongolia has now officially become the 13th country to implement the internationally recognized "Towards Sustainable Mining" (TSM) standard. The TSM standard is based on key principles that support responsible operations in the mining sector. The Mongolian National Mining Association (MNMA) has joined this standard, aiming to successfully localize international experience within the country and to support responsible practices in the mining sector. Companies implementing this standard gain significant opportunities such as earning the trust of international investors, increasing their market reputation, and obtaining financial support. An increase in the number of responsible mining companies also plays an important role in gaining public understanding, attitude, and support, which is crucial for the long-term sustainable development of the mining sector.

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Expanding Cooperation with Japan to Accelerate Digital Transformation

Published: 2025-04-22 | Translated from: unuudur.mn

Minister of Digital Development, Innovation, and Communications Ts. Baatarkhuu received the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Japan to Mongolia, Masaru Igawahara. The Emperor of Japan, along with the Empress, is scheduled to visit Mongolia this July. This visit marks the first time in seven years that Japan has made an official visit to Mongolia, and it is notable that Mongolia is the third country visited by the Emperor. Both parties highlighted the importance of this visit. Mongolia and Japan maintain a "Special Strategic Partnership" and have cooperated in many fields. In particular, the Ministry of Digital Development, Innovation, and Communications is collaborating with Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) to strengthen human resources in cybersecurity. The Minister expressed interest in expanding cooperation with Japan for essential projects in Mongolia, such as training data analysts, AI specialists, and high-tech professionals in a short period, and developing a mid-term strategy for human resources in the sector. In addition, Mongolia is planning to establish Khunnu City near the Khushigt Valley airport. Japan is invited to share its experience in developing this city as a digital, smart city, as well as to involve Japanese private sector and researchers in projects such as the establishment of a national AI research center and IT startup incubators in the new city. Mongolia, with its vast territory and open airspace, has decided to create a "drone testing zone". Researchers and the private sector will have the opportunity to carry out drone experiments in this area. The minister also invited Japan to provide technical assistance to the National Broadcasting Network to digitize Mongolian radio broadcasting and deliver high-quality, uninterrupted radio services across the country. Ambassador Masaru Igawahara welcomed these proposals and stated that efforts would be made to introduce these projects to the Japanese private sector and business community. Moreover, KDDI Corporation is establishing its "Data Center" in Mongolia. The ambassador noted that if this project is successful, it will attract international interest to Mongolia. In May, the meeting of ministers from the Asia-Pacific Telecommunity (APT) member countries will be held in Japan. At this meeting, the strategic plan for the next five years for the Asia-Pacific region will be announced. Minister Ts. Baatarkhuu will participate in person and introduce Mongolia’s ongoing and planned projects to the international community, expanding future cooperation.

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Studying International Best Practices in Science, Technology, and Innovation Parks

Published: 2025-04-22 | Translated from: montsame.mn

The Ministry of Economy and Development, in cooperation with the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD), organized a national training on the theme of "Policies and Experiences of Science, Technology, and Innovation Parks." The training aimed to strengthen the foundation of development and the economy based on science, technology, and innovation in Mongolia. It brought together representatives of science and technology parks, business incubators, co-working offices, technology transfer centers, and startup entrepreneurs, who had the opportunity to meet and exchange experiences with delegates from countries that are successfully developing such parks. D. Altangerel, Advisor to the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Economy and Development of Mongolia, emphasized, "The Government of Mongolia aims to increase spending on science and innovation to one percent of GDP and to develop a knowledge-based economy. In this regard, today's conference is significant for establishing the legal environment and systems for policies on science, technology, and innovation parks, and for resolving investment matters." The national training on "Policies and Experiences of Science, Technology, and Innovation Parks" will continue for three days. Participants will develop an action plan to improve the performance of Mongolia's science, technology, and innovation parks and will present their plan at the conclusion of the training.

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Health

Request to Consider Exempting Visa Requirements for Up to 30 Days for Travel to South Korea for Medical Purposes

Published: 2025-04-22 | Translated from: ikon.mn

Minister of Foreign Affairs B. Battsetseg received His Excellency Choi Jin Won, the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Korea to Mongolia, at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Minister Battsetseg raised several unresolved issues that the Mongolian side has repeatedly brought up regarding the conditions for Mongolian citizens traveling to South Korea and related visa applications. These include: stopping the detention of Mongolian citizens with valid South Korean visas by the Korean Border Control officers without compelling reasons, confiscation of their phones and personal items, invasions of privacy, and subsequent forced deportation; abolishing the restriction that prevents citizens who have been denied a visa at the South Korean Embassy from reapplying for six months; examining the possibility for Mongolian citizens to receive their foreign passports while awaiting visa results, as currently, holding onto the passport restricts their freedom of movement—by, for example, allowing a notarized copy or a reference slip from the E-Mongolia government portal to be attached to the application materials instead; studying the process of moving South Korea’s visa application procedures online and issuing e-visas for Mongolian citizens; and studying the possibility of exempting Mongolian citizens and their caregivers from visa requirements for up to 30 days when traveling to South Korea for medical purposes, based on the reciprocal principle, as the Mongolian Government has allowed South Korean citizens to visit Mongolia for tourism without a visa for up to 30 days until the end of 2025. The issue also includes increasing the issuance of multiple-entry visas to relevant officials of Mongolia’s leading enterprises. Minister Battsetseg emphasized that the friendly relations and exchanges between the citizens of the two countries play an important role in the deepening "Strategic Partnership" between Mongolia and South Korea and expressed confidence that the Korean side would carefully study and resolve the formal requests made in writing. Ambassador Choi Jin Won stated that he understands the difficulties Mongolian citizens face in traveling to and applying for visas to South Korea and assured that he would review these specific issues, continue consultations, and cooperate with the Mongolian side as reported by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Note: Media organizations (television, radio, social media, and websites) are prohibited from reproducing or partially using this information in any form, except with prior agreement and with ikon's source clearly cited.

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Measles Cases Are Increasing

Published: 2025-04-22 | Translated from: news.mn

The National Center for Infectious Diseases has presented the current situation report on measles. As of today, 688 cases of the disease have been confirmed. Of these, 158 people are receiving treatment in hospital, while 3 are being treated at home. Meanwhile, 498 people have recovered. Measles is a highly contagious disease but can be prevented with vaccination. Most cases of measles are occurring in general education schools. For example, children aged 10-14 are the most affected. There are 11,539 people who have been exposed to measles. Therefore, in order to prevent infection, citizens have the opportunity to protect themselves and others from measles by getting vaccinated. Each citizen should be responsible for their health and take measures to prevent infection. For further clarification or inquiries, please contact 89016199 or 75 103 100.

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Emphasized that purchasing drugs on the WHO list without intermediaries is affecting the quality of treatment

Published: 2025-04-22 | Translated from: montsame.mn

At today's meeting of the Standing Committee on Social Policy of the State Great Khural, members listened to a report from the Minister of Health regarding the measures taken within the framework of Resolution No. 38. This resolution pertains to the inspection and control of the reasons and conditions behind the rise in medicine prices, based on the findings of the temporary oversight committee established by the State Great Khural on May 2, 2024. The revised Law on Medicines and Medical Devices has been in force since October 1 of last year. In line with the law and the implementation of Resolutions No. 30 and 38 of the State Great Khural in 2024, the Ministry of Health has taken the following actions. Modernization of equipment in the National Reference Laboratory for medicines and medical devices, as well as capacity building for human resources, has begun. As a result of a formal request to the WHO, from July 2024, a laboratory module will be installed and built for the first time according to international standards in the new 1000 square meter facility of the Biosafety Level III laboratory at the National Center for Communicable Diseases. To reduce medicine prices and provide access to quality medicines, price negotiations have been initiated, since September of last year, directly with manufacturers from countries with strict regulatory controls from the WHO list, bypassing intermediaries. Regarding imports, negotiations are underway with manufacturers from Switzerland, South Korea, Japan, and others. Specifically, starting from December of last year, 23 types of medicines from 5 South Korean manufacturers have been imported. Of these, 18 types are provided with a 50-70% discount from the Health Insurance Fund. These medicines are 30-90% cheaper compared to other similar medicines on the market. In addition, 5 types of cancer treatment medicines are being imported directly from South Korean manufacturers and used in the National Cancer Center, which is emphasized as an important step towards improving the quality of cancer treatment. In accordance with the Law on Medicines and Medical Devices, in order to make the process of granting drug permits transparent, the composition of the Medicines Council and the Council of Medical Devices has been selected openly and transparently, and in February of this year the Minister of Health approved these councils, each with 15 members.

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Increasing Civil Society Participation in Tuberculosis Services

Published: 2025-04-22 | Translated from: montsame.mn

A "Tuberculosis-Free Mongolia Coalition" has been established with the aim of creating effective TB policies, sustainable financing, and transparent oversight. The global community has set a major target to eliminate tuberculosis by 2030, and Mongolia's long-term "Vision-2050" development policy has also incorporated this goal. Experts and researchers emphasized during the “Partnership Meeting between Health and Civil Society Organizations in the Fight Against Tuberculosis” that reducing TB requires participation from civil society organizations, not just the healthcare sector. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), new drugs and diagnostic protocols are introduced every 2-3 years. Mongolia utilizes molecular biological methods for early TB detection and has shortened the treatment period for multidrug-resistant TB from two years to 6-9 months, and for drug-sensitive TB from six months to four months. Diagnostic screening is also being conducted in rural areas using mobile digital X-ray equipment. These efforts are improving diagnostic and treatment capabilities. However, reducing the spread of this infectious disease cannot rely solely on health organizations’ policies and programs. G. Gantungulag, head of the TB Surveillance and Research Unit of the National Center for Communicable Diseases, highlighted the importance of government, NGOs, and community participation and support. WHO estimates there could be 12,000-14,000 cases of TB annually in Mongolia. However, only an average of about 3,000 cases are detected each year—about 25% of the estimated disease burden. The Mongolian Association for the Fight Against Tuberculosis has helped form this coalition to improve TB diagnosis and treatment and advance progress against TB through increased participation of citizens, health organizations, and NGOs. Ts. Bazarragchaa, the Director of Research and Innovation for the Mongolian Association for the Fight Against Tuberculosis and a medical doctor, said, "The 'Tuberculosis-Free Mongolia Coalition,' founded as part of a regional initiative to strengthen civil society and community networks in three Asia-Pacific countries, includes civil society organizations and community representatives working on TB, human rights, HIV/AIDS, the homeless, and those affected by alcoholism. The coalition's goals are to eliminate discrimination against TB patients, raise public awareness, contribute to policy development, and ensure financial transparency. This will enable earlier detection and improve diagnosis and treatment outcomes for TB." There are numerous projects and programs relating to TB service delivery. When international project funding decreases, the national government must cover the cost of medications and other expenses. For example, in the Global Fund-supported HIV/AIDS and TB projects, the Mongolian government is covering 50% of the budget for drug-resistant TB this year. Next year, the fund will cover 35% and the Mongolian government 65%. Doctors and researchers stressed the need to focus on financing to ensure continued access to TB services.

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Second Hospital Successfully Performs Its First LIVER TRANSPLANT Surgery

Published: 2025-04-22 | Translated from: unuudur.mn

The National Second Central Hospital's Center for Tissue, Cell, and Organ Transplantation began preparations to initiate liver transplant surgeries in 2022, and as a result, on March 8, 2025, under the auspices of the President of Mongolia, U. Khurelsukh, successfully performed its first liver transplant operation. This surgery was conducted by doctors from the Second Hospital, with the guidance and recommendations of Professor Kim Jongman and his team from the Organ Transplant Center at Samsung Medical Center in Korea, as well as doctors from the liver transplant centers of the National Center for Transfusion and the National Cancer Center. According to official sources, the patient who received the organ transplant has recovered well, been discharged from the hospital, and moved on to further monitoring. A notable aspect of this surgery was that the donor liver was retrieved via minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery, which marks only the third such case in Mongolia. This method provides significant benefits to donors, such as less pain, faster recovery, and lower risks. By beginning to perform liver transplants at the Second Hospital, the waiting list for liver transplantation surgeries, a major issue in Mongolia, will be reduced, and fewer people will need to travel abroad for these services. This development now allows citizens to receive world-class care at home, presenting many advantages. In the near future, in addition to liver transplant surgery, the Second Hospital is also preparing to begin performing kidney transplant surgeries.

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A Person with a Conflict of Interest is Responsible for Drug Policy at the Ministry of Health

Published: 2025-04-22 | Translated from: news.mn

At today's session of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Social Policy, members listened to the information of the Minister of Health regarding the implementation of Parliament Resolution No. 38 of 2024. This pertains to measures being taken to stop illegal actions related to the pharmaceutical business in Mongolia. During the discussion stage, members asked questions and got answers. MP J. Chinpuren said: "At the temporary committee, it was mentioned that Namkhainorov is the founder of 'Mongol Pharm' company and a person with a conflict of interest, yet he was appointed to be responsible for drug policy at the Ministry of Health. Is the resolution issued by Parliament not being respected? Secondly, 12 activities to implement this have been written, and the law has prohibited theft. It is essential to have a system where wholesale centers at customs sell at retail prices and medicines are entered by scanning QR codes. This is a crucial way to reduce price increases. Why is this work taking so long? Minister Munkhsaikhan, nobody told you to meet with drug companies, only with related organizations. Recently, in Poland, the government signed a cooperation agreement with the Drug Agency, making it easier for private companies to register and import products. What is happening with this work? Why are letters being sent to ask for drugs from just two or three Korean companies without announcing a tender, Mr. Namkhainorov? Doesn't an international tender exist? We are told to stop such practices. It seems you can just buy directly from one company as you wish. The medicines must be high quality and reasonably priced. 'Tuvshin Enerel' LLC imported IV solutions frozen and then defrosted them. Did the Drug Agency make a decision to hold this company accountable?" MP and Minister of Health Ts. Munkhsaikhan responded: "Our pharmaceutical sector is almost entirely private. Most skilled professionals have worked or are working in the private sector. This situation is still ongoing. When trying to hire capable people at the Drug and Medical Devices Agency, they all have a history of working in the private sector. It is no longer possible to hire them. Permanent jobs keep changing, and the workforce is unstable, making policy implementation difficult. Competent people are being taken by appropriate organizations. Appointing someone to the Ministry of Health is within the full authority of the State Secretary. Since my appointment as Minister of Health, we have been working to solve the digital registration issue since July 1, 2024. Unless we fundamentally reform electronic registration, temporary information handling is not sufficient. It takes an entire year to fully upgrade. From May 1 next year, our software will launch in a test run. This will create opportunities to control the quality and price of medicines and medical devices. We worked fast on this. I did not sign any contract in Korea. Through the Embassy, I met representatives of more than 20 Korean pharmaceutical companies, and a good law was approved that allows direct negotiations for single-source purchasing with manufacturers. I urged everyone to work together with us. We need to cooperate to supply quality medicines. Since this meeting, we have started negotiations at the agency. We negotiated with all factories and chose the most affordable ones, without violating the law. A selection process was carried out. Mongolian pharmaceutical importing companies have already started distributing from the beginning. Before, diabetes medications cost 60,000 tugriks per month, now 6,600 tugriks; a good blood thinner was 70,000 tugriks, now 7,000 tugriks. By the end of 2026, we will implement this policy for all medicines."

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BAYANKHONGOR: Eight Measles Cases Confirmed in the Last 24 Hours

Published: 2025-04-22 | Translated from: montsame.mn

In Bayankhongor province, eight additional cases of measles have been confirmed in the last 24 hours. Since the first case of measles was confirmed on April 5 of this year, six cases have been registered over 16 days, five of whom have recovered and been discharged from the hospital. As of today, nine patients are currently being treated at the provincial General Hospital. One suspected case is under surveillance, and about 250 close contacts are being monitored. Most measles cases are found among school-aged children, so symptom monitoring at children's institutions and attendance checks have been increased. Parents and guardians are being advised by the provincial Health Department to take responsibility for their children's health and to ensure that their children receive both doses of the measles vaccine. If not yet vaccinated, they should visit the district or county health centers for supplementary immunization. The Health Department also stressed that if symptoms such as fever, rash, or red eyes appear, or if someone has been in contact with a confirmed measles case, they should seek medical care immediately.

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Politics

Discussion Supported for Revised Draft Law on Freedom of Assembly and Demonstration

The Standing Committee Meeting Will Discuss the Law on the Freedom of Assembly and Demonstration

The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Economic Affairs Will Meet Today

Officials of the National Road Transport Center Who Took Bribes to Pass Exams Sent to Court

Economy

L. Gantumur: With an agreement with the Eurasian Economic Union, meat exports can increase by 125-140%, clothing by 84%, wool and cashmere by 64%, leather goods by 46%

As of the First Quarter of This Year, About 10,000 Foreign Citizens Are Working Under Employment Contracts

O.Nomintsetseg: I do not support reducing the tobacco tax by 30% in relation to the Eurasian Economic Agreement

Can the 20-Year Fuel Supply Agreement Be Improved?

Shareholders' Meeting of “Erdenes Oyu Tolgoi” LLC Held

The Economic Standing Committee Did Not Support the 20-Year Agreement to Import Aircraft Fuel from Russia

The Standing Committee on Economics Did Not Support the Government Agreement to Supply Aircraft Fuel to Mongolia

TOP-100 Enterprises Benefit from Favorable Regulations to Raise Funds from Capital Markets

300 Billion MNT Loans Granted Under the 'White Gold' National Program

L. Oyun-Erdene: The Government Will Support Private Sector Projects That Benefit Society and Economy

N. Gantumur: We will turn the Development Bank into an 'Exim' bank to support specific exporters with investments

Selection of Contractor to Provide Audit Services and Prepare Assessment for XacBank

The 'Old' Facts Behind the 'New' Tögrog Nuur Deposit Scandal

The Poll on Paying Taxes Using VAT Refund Proceeds Will Continue Until Tomorrow

Diplomacy

Of the 18 Ambassadors Who Presented Their Credentials, Three Are Women

SELENGE: Cooperation with Gangwon Province of South Korea in the fields of agriculture and tourism

Discussion on Cooperation with India in the Field of Disaster Management

Infrastructure

Oyu Tolgoi Company Delivers a School for 1,200 Children and a Kindergarten for 200 Children in Dalanzadgad, Umnugovi Province

Five Out of 149 Cable Transport Equipment Containers Have Arrived in Ulaanbaatar

Tender for Tuul Expressway to be Reannounced as Bidders Failed to Meet Requirements

Eight Interchange Junctions to be Built as part of the Tuul Expressway Project

Schedule for Electricity Supply Interruptions on April 23

The National Council for Road Traffic Safety is Meeting

Rainwater Drainage Pipes on Olympic Street are Being Upgraded

Bus Card Recharge Kiosks Installed at 100 Locations in the Capital

Society

100,000 People Support the Proposal to Reduce Social Insurance Contributions to 12 Percent

Demand for Law Enforcement Action Regarding Attack on Mark Meleard, CEO of Badrakh Energy LLC

Attack on Executive Director of "Badrakh Energy" LLC by Opponents of Uranium Project

If policies to increase the population are not implemented, birth rates will decrease from 2030 and the 4 millionth citizen is estimated to arrive around 2036

Our Country Ranks 57th in the World and 4th in the Region for Adventure Tourism

Citizens Collect Electronic Signatures Against Opening the Tsagaan Del Border Crossing

The Case of the Explosion at Dunjingarav Junction Returned for Additional Investigation

WARNING: A 20-year-old man named Z. Delgersaihan, who was traveling from Mongolia to Ulan-Ude, has gone missing

Expert Assessment to be Sought on Damages Suffered by Director of 'Badrakh Energy' LLC

WARNING: In Mongolia, 124,583 accidents registered over the last five years, 2,534 people died, 312 of them were children

The Case of the Explosion at the "Dunjingarav" Intersection to Be Heard

Environment

Goldman Prize Winner L. Batmunkh: Mongolia is the First Country to Announce Protection of 30% of Its Land

The Need to Urgently Increase Climate Financing on Preferential Terms Highlighted

EVENT: Discussion to be organized about the Selenge River budget issue

7.5 Hectares Affected by Forest and Steppe Fires in Tuv and Selenge Provinces

Sukhbaatar: Studying Experiences to Enhance the Billion Trees Movement

Innovation

Mongolia Becomes the 13th Country to Implement the 'TSM' Standard

Expanding Cooperation with Japan to Accelerate Digital Transformation

Studying International Best Practices in Science, Technology, and Innovation Parks

Health

Request to Consider Exempting Visa Requirements for Up to 30 Days for Travel to South Korea for Medical Purposes

Measles Cases Are Increasing

Emphasized that purchasing drugs on the WHO list without intermediaries is affecting the quality of treatment

Increasing Civil Society Participation in Tuberculosis Services

Second Hospital Successfully Performs Its First LIVER TRANSPLANT Surgery

A Person with a Conflict of Interest is Responsible for Drug Policy at the Ministry of Health

BAYANKHONGOR: Eight Measles Cases Confirmed in the Last 24 Hours

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