Aug 14, 2024 53 min read Daily News Summaries

Mongolia News Summary for August 14, 2024

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Politics

Meet the Party Leaders Leading Their Parties in the Capital for Local Elections | News.MN

Published: Tue, 13 Aug 2024 | Translated from: news.mn

The regular elections for the Citizens' Representative Assembly in aimags, the capital, sums, and districts will take place on October 11, 2024. In this local election, it will be determined whether major political parties and coalitions can bring victory to their party based on who leads them. Local elections represent a responsible choice where citizens elect their representatives at the grassroots level.

In the recent parliamentary elections held on June 28, the MPP (Mongolian People's Party) secured 68 seats, the DP (Democratic Party) 42, the TPP (Third Party) 8, the National Coalition 4, and the IZGN 4. Therefore, the leader of the MPP, L. Oyun-Erdene, who received the most votes, obtained the right to form the government and decided to establish a coalition government with the DP and TPP.

Amidst efforts to determine positions from above, the preparations for local elections by parties and coalitions are underway, and discussions have started regarding who will represent them and where.

Regardless, let's provide information on who will lead the MPP, DP, TPP, National Coalition, and IZGN in the capital for this local election.

Kh. Nyambaatar has been appointed as the head of the MPP's capital branch for about three months. During this time, he has been involved in both successful and unsuccessful endeavors. For Kh. Nyambaatar, capital issues are not new, as he was the head of a district and also part of the city's council, likely having a good understanding of these matters. Therefore, beginning with the school year, he has been breaking the "tradition" of digging up and repairing roads, utilizing the summer to do the necessary repairs and improvements.

Previously a Member of Parliament and Minister of Justice, Kh. Nyambaatar's transition to leading the major city as a party task has its reasons and explanations.

The former Governor of the Capital, D. Sumiyabazar, resigned voluntarily due to a green bus issue and Kh. Nyambaatar, a "political relative" of D. Sumiyabazar, was sent to the role. Essentially, based on the political connection, assigning Kh. Nyambaatar, the "protector" of the MPP leader L. Oyun-Erdene, to oversee the capital branch of the party and the larger city was the right decision. After working as the Mayor for a significant period and receiving the seal of the Capital's MPP branch from D. Sumiyabazar before the parliamentary elections, the MPP emerged victorious in the capital elections.

By utilizing the disputes between the factions of D. Amarbayasgalan and D. Sumiyabazar in the capital, L. Oyun-Erdene and Kh. Nyambaatar managed to turn the situation to their benefit.

Kh. Nyambaatar, the new city mayor with a gray shirt as his image, is leading the MPP into the election in the capital for the first time. If he is victorious, he will continue his role as the capital's Governor. He carries a grand ambition to relieve congestion in the city and build a metro in Ulaanbaatar.

Whether the DP achieves victory in the capital depends on T. Battsogt. However, he has not gained recognition not only from the public but also within the party. He is known to be the right-hand man of MP Kh. Battulga. Therefore, if the DP wins in the city, Kh. Battulga gaining leadership rights over the capital is not an unfounded rumor.

In the more than 30-year history, the DP won the capital's leadership for the first time in 2012, with E. Bat-Uul serving as mayor. Today, there is no better mayor than E. Bat-Uul.

Although elected as the leader of the capital's DP, T. Battsogt ran for the parliamentary elections from Bayanzurkh district and lost, irritating ordinary members and supporters. Additionally, there was criticism that he lacked the ethics and leadership to continue as the head of the capital's Democratic Party and thus should resign.

Since the elections, T. Battsogt has remained silent, with party members waiting for him to start his work. As the leader of the capital's DP, T. Battsogt should be the main person supporting fellow party candidates in the city's constituencies during parliamentary elections. However, he could not even get out of his district as a candidate. It's doubtful whether someone who couldn't emerge from a single district can lead the DP to victory in the capital. Particularly, can the DP, which is part of a coalition government with the MPP, make the political stride necessary to win the local elections?

In the 2020 City Council elections, the TPP had three representatives elected. Therefore, in this year's election, the TPP is likely aiming to increase their three seats. The election for the head of the TPP's capital party committee was held last November, and E. Zolzaya was chosen. E. Zolzaya previously worked on environmental and climate policy, and green investment projects with the Asian Development Bank, served as a consultant in several international organizations, including the Global Green Development Organization and ICLEI, an international network of cities, and the UN and German International Cooperation Society, specializing in city development, policy, and planning.

E. Zolzaya, as the head of the TPP's capital party committee, stated that for this local election, the primary tactic is to compete with a team of competent staff capable of addressing many of the pressing issues facing Ulaanbaatar city. The outcome of the upcoming elections will determine whether they can increase the numbers of party members in the City Council. However, considering that T. Dorjhand and P. Naranbayar of the TPP have been rewarded with positions from the MPP and have remained quiet, it does not seem feasible for E. Zolzaya to achieve victory alone.

The National Coalition, the newest political alliance in the political world, is led by experienced politician N. Nomtobayar. Despite being the last to enter politics based on chronological order, the coalition secured four representatives in the parliament composed of 126 members. Consequently, as a competing party coalition in the local elections, they are expected to be strong contenders. M. Turmur, a young legal expert, has announced his participation, leading the National Coalition in the capital. The coalition declared it would implement a program titled "If the Citizens Prosper, the City Prospers," fielding highly educated, skilled, and qualified professionals in various sectors. Their goals include addressing the living conditions, housing, infrastructure, health, and educational accessibility issues faced by the citizens, as well as localizing the management and planning experiences of developed cities worldwide in the capital, based on research and planning. The question remains whether new party representatives will make it to the City Council in this election.

The Civic Green Party, which secured parliamentary seats not from constituencies but through party support, plans to participate independently in this local election. They intend to announce a meeting soon regarding who will lead the capital's party committee and compete in the election. The meeting is expected to involve changing the head of the capital's party committee, with party leader B. Batbaatar leading the election. Recently, the party restructured its district party committees and leadership for the Senior and Women's associations. Therefore, they are preparing to announce their general party congress soon, determining how to participate in the local elections, the manifesto, and candidates to be nominated. While n. Boldbaatar serves as the head of the capital's party committee for the IZGN, discussions are underway about replacing him during the general congress.

Economy

The Energy Sector is Set to Operate with a Loss of 274 Billion MNT in 2024

Published: Tue, 13 Aug 2024 | Translated from: itoim.mn

The energy sector is one of the strategic sectors with development priority for ensuring the national security and independence of Mongolia. The energy system of our country is composed of five parts: the Central Energy System, the Western Zone Energy System, the Altai-Uliastai Energy System, the Eastern Zone Energy System, and the Southern Regional Electricity Supply.

In 2023, Mongolia imported 938 million kWh of electricity from Russia and 1.5 billion kWh from China, paying a total of $197 million or 678 billion MNT for imported electricity last year.

Mongolia's electric power production in 2023 was 8.5 billion kWh, a 4.3% increase or 0.3 billion kWh more than the previous year. Of the total electricity, 90.9% was produced by thermal power plants, 8.5% by solar and wind power sources, 0.6% by hydropower plants, and 0.01% by diesel stations. In the reporting year, electricity imports amounted to 2.4 billion kWh, which is an increase of 0.3 billion kWh or 13.2% compared to the previous year.

The peak load of the winter energy system for 2023-2024 increased by 11.3% from the previous year, reaching 1636 MW, with thermal power plants and renewable energy sources operating at full capacity without reserve equipment. Due to electricity and heat energy prices not reflecting actual costs, the energy sector is anticipated to operate at a loss of 274 billion MNT in 2024. Additionally, the central region's thermal power plants, supplied by coal from three mines, are expected to incur losses of 81 billion MNT.

Total electricity consumption across Mongolia in 2023 was 11 billion kWh. Of this, 77.7% was covered by domestic production, while 22.3% was imported. This indicates that consumer electricity usage increased by three percent from the previous year, 2022. The installed capacity of the nation's electric power is 1584 MW, with 81% from thermal power plants and 19% from renewable energy sources. The peak load of the central network reached 1636 MW in 2023, marking an 11% growth, as noted by officials.

Currently, there are 19 thermal power plants, solar, and wind power stations in operation, but the Combined Heat and Power Plant IV alone supplies over 60% of the total electricity.

In the First Half of 2024, the Current Account Balance has a Deficit of 309.2 Million USD

Published: Tue, 13 Aug 2024 | Translated from: ikon.mn

The National Statistics Office (NSO) of Mongolia is presenting a series of preliminary performances of the country's social and economic situation for the first half of 2024.

During this period, the current account balance has recorded a deficit of 309.2 million USD. In contrast, the current account balance was on a surplus of 221.2 million USD during the first half of 2023.

The main factor contributing to this deficit was an increase in import of goods, resulting in a 22% or 539 million USD decrease in the trade surplus compared to the same period of the previous year.

Balance of Payments Records a Deficit of $57.3 Million as Goods Imports Increase and Trade Surplus Declines

Published: Tue, 13 Aug 2024 | Translated from: bloombergtv.mn

The National Statistics Office reported a deficit of $57.3 million in the balance of payments for the first half of the year. This figure shows an increase compared to the same period in previous years and is close to the level seen in 2021.

The deficit in the balance of payments was influenced by the increase in goods imports and the decline in trade surplus. In other words, the current account recorded a deficit of $309.2 million for the first half of 2024, doubling from the same period last year.

Economist J. Enkhbayar emphasized that challenges from the international market are increasing regarding coal prices, which are the main source of export revenue for Mongolia.

Among other key indicators of the current account, the travel service balance increased by 37% and showed a deficit of $536 million. This indicates that the outflows of money for travel services abroad exceeded the domestic income.

On the other hand, the capital account balance showed a surplus of $78.3 million, improving by 30.8% compared to the same period last year, according to the National Statistics Office.

Additionally, looking at the key indicators reflecting investment flows, $1.29 billion was invested in Mongolia in the first half of 2024.

Open Bond Pre-Order of Ard Begins

Published: Tue, 13 Aug 2024 | Translated from: gogo.mn

Ard Credit NBFI JSC, a leader and visionary in the industry, is issuing an open bond through Apex Capital LLC on the Ulaanbaatar Stock Exchange. Since its IPO in 2019, the company has been listed in the Top-20 index of the MSE and is a crucial component of "Ard Financial Group" JSC.

Ard Credit, with a team of 42 members, delivers comprehensive financial services to 1 million customers both physically and electronically.

Physically: In collaboration with Ard Insurance and Mongol Post, through 400 branches nationwide.

Digital Services: Providing comprehensive financial services online via the Ard App.

As a guarantee for the repayment of the bond, shares of the publicly traded companies "Ard Financial Group" JSC and "Ard Credit NBFI" JSC, which are listed in the 1st tier of the MSE, are being collateralized. The collateral's value has been calculated based on the weighted average price over the past 6 months, amounting to a total of MNT 19.3 billion.

When assessing the market value of the collateralized securities at 70%, it amounts to MNT 13.5 billion, fully covering the principal payment of the bond.

Additionally, the company's P/B ratio stands at 1.3, indicating it is valued cheaper than other organizations with similar operations.

If you wish to place an order for ARD BOND, please click the button below and register the necessary information.

The Sales Revenue of "MGL Aqua" JSC Increased by 13% in the First Half of the Year Compared to the Same Period Last Year

Published: Tue, 13 Aug 2024 | Translated from: bloombergtv.mn

"MGL Aqua" JSC reported to the Mongolian Stock Exchange that it achieved sales revenue of 11 billion MNT in the first half of the year, marking a 13% increase compared to the same period last year. During the reporting period, the company operated with a net profit of 1.1 billion MNT, which represents a 2% decrease compared to the same period last year.

Operational expenses increased by 41% compared to the same period last year, influenced by one-time expenses related to professional services as a result of becoming a publicly-listed company.

In the first half of the year, "MGL Aqua" produced 12.9 million units of bottled water with 17.8 million liters of water and highlighted the production of two types of products in six types of packaging.

As part of its environmental and social governance policy, the company reduced the weight of bottle caps, preventing 16.4 tons of plastic from being discarded into the environment in the first half of the year.

The company supplied 6,695 kg of waste plastic bottles to the “TML Plastic” recycling plant.

In June, the company's stock price increased by approximately 7% since its IPO, having raised 15.2 billion MNT through the Mongolian Stock Exchange.

The market valuation of "MGL Aqua" JSC, represented by its stock price, is measured at 61.3 billion MNT.

APU: 'Mongolian Pride' Sustainable Development Strategy 2030 Adopted

Published: Tue, 13 Aug 2024 | Translated from: news.mn

APU JSC officially introduced their ‘Mongolian Pride’ Sustainable Development Strategy 2030 at an event marking their 100th anniversary, in front of their significant global partner organizations, clients, and suppliers. Over 500 domestic and international guests attended the event, including representatives from organizations like "APU Dairy", German companies "GEA" and "Krones" that supply environmentally friendly technology and equipment for APU JSC, investor "Heineken", and the head company "König Ludwig" from Bavaria, famous for its beer.

APU JSC aims to align its strategic sustainable development impact with its long-term goals, striving to monitor it with measurable and effective methods, and incorporate this into business decisions. As part of this initiative, the strategy was developed in collaboration with international strategy and innovation firm Frontier and task teams consisting of representatives from all divisions of APU JSC. The company’s Board of Directors Chairman, P. Batsaikhan, and CEO, Ts. Erdenebileg, played a pivotal role and provided guidance in this process.

Over the past 99 years, through the support and benefits offered by internal staff, customers, suppliers, the environment, and all key stakeholders, APU JSC has reached its centennial milestone.

Looking forward to the next 100 years, APU JSC plans to picture the investments, impact, and value it will create for the Earth and for Mongolia, consolidating all sustainable development initiatives and goals into a systematic model titled the 'Five Pillar Impact House' under the 'Mongolian Pride' Sustainable Development Strategy 2030, approved by the Board of Directors.

The concept of sustainable living and moving forward in harmony with nature is not new to the Mongolian people. We firmly believe our ancestors, who planned their path and impact for nine generations ahead, were strategic experts rooted in farsighted thinking. We see the round structure of the Mongolian yurt and the flat sole of Mongolian boots as exemplary traditional technologies guiding a path forward without leaving a trace on Mother Nature, adapting to ever-evolving life cycles. We value, embody in all activities and innovations, and plan to pass on this valued way of life to future generations. It is our responsibility to continue impacting positively as a major player in the market, and an everyday partner to countless employees, consumers, and collaborators.

Goals of the Five Pillars Strategy

APU JSC has compiled and streamlined all its activities and goals related to sustainable development, organizing them into the 'Impact House Model'.

Resilient Legacy – Always-Present Heritage

Mongolian heritage:

APU JSC will fully utilize its business, network, and resources to keep Mongolia’s remarkable heritage alive and pass it on to future generations.

Green & Clean – Green and Clean

Environmental footprint:

We will strive beyond established limits to reduce our footprint on Earth, actively safeguarding the balanced environment preserved by our ancestors.

Empowered People – Empowered Community

Impact on stakeholders:

By developing a work environment aligned with the values of the Mongolian family promoting growth for staff and key stakeholders, APU JSC will become a leading employer.

Enriching & Responsible – Enriching and Responsible

Responsible consumption:

By encouraging healthy choices in daily life and consumption, we will elevate a lifestyle resonating with the essence of Mongolia.

Sustainable Partner – Long-standing Partner

Transparency and Governance:

We aim to be a model organization in environmental, social, and governance impact among Mongolian public companies.

Thus, seeing APU JSC as one house, it is illustrated with five equally critical pillars or focal points. Until 2030, our medium-term plan is to direct all activities towards being the "Pride of Mongolia", strengthening the foundation through authentic Mongolian essence in real-world business decisions.

News Guide: Mongolia-Singapore Business Forum to be Held

Published: Tue, 13 Aug 2024 | Translated from: news.mn

10:00 AM: At the "Chinggis Khaan" National Museum: A conference on "Transferring the preservation and protection of cultural heritage to digital technology, bio-damage, and ways to prevent risks" will be held. Phone: 9905-1914.

10:00 AM: At the "Kempinski" Hotel: A trade, economic, and investment business meeting between Mongolia and Liaoning Province, China will be held. Phone: 7727-7070 (6), 9496-1215.

At the Mongolian National Chamber of Commerce and Industry: The Mongolia-Singapore Business Forum will be held. Phone: 7727-7070 (6).

In the Khomyn Tal of Dorvoljin Soum, Zavkhan Province, the "20 Years with Khongor Horses" festival continues.

At the "Chinggis Khaan" National Museum: The exhibition "Mongolians Changed the World" will continue until August 25.

Report: Apartment Rent Prices Reach Prepayment Levels

Published: Tue, 13 Aug 2024 | Translated from: news.mn

With the start of school and lessons, the demand for rental apartments increases and prices inflate. Renting apartments is a matter between individuals, so there is no overseeing organization to monitor it. Therefore, it is often said that how someone values their private property is their own issue. The peak time for apartment rentals is every August. This year, we report on the current rental prices.

People looking to rent apartments first turn to the classifieds site "Unegu.mn." The site has 7,218 active listings related to real estate rentals, of which 4,019 are for apartments.

Looking at these ads, listings for five-room or larger apartments are rare, while listings for two-bedroom apartments are the most common.

The price varies based on location:

One-room apartment: 900,000-2 million MNT,
Three-room apartment: 2-5 million MNT,
Four-room apartment: 2.5-7 million MNT,
Five-room apartment: 5-13 million MNT,
Shared room: 350,000-800,000 MNT.

The rent for the most in-demand two-bedroom apartments has reached 1.3-2.5 million MNT.

Locations are mostly in Bayanzurkh, Khan-Uul, and Chingeltei districts. We investigated through the listings posted on Mongolia's largest classifieds site, "Unegu.mn."

The site's listings are categorized into "Vip," "Special," and "Ordinary." The "Vip" labeled ads were mostly posted by real estate agent companies.

Agents charge a 10-20% difference fee to rent the property urgently under the homeowner's conditions.

They first connect with individuals who have posted "Apartment for Rent" ads on classifieds sites, Facebook groups, and newspapers. They then offer to secure tenants for these apartments on behalf of the landlords. Essentially, they receive money for connecting renters and landlords.

Real estate agencies in Mongolia have proliferated like mushrooms after rain.

Therefore, these companies must not overlook any individual's advertisement to make a profit. Agents inquire about which district and what type of service tenants are interested in, and suggest apartments accordingly.

They have any kind of apartment available, but only if you can afford the price.

I called one advertisement specified as "Not involving agents," stating "Two-bedroom apartment fully furnished behind SUIS. Price 2.1 million." The owner takes payment for six months in advance, plus a month's deposit. According to the owner, the apartment is 1 km from the city center, near schools and kindergartens, with few residents, warm in winter, and fully furnished. If paid for six months, it amounts to 12.6 million MNT, plus the deposit, totaling 14.7 million MNT. It's almost as much as a mortgage down payment.

The NSO reported that Mongolia's average household monthly income is 2.4 million MNT. However, two-bedroom apartment rent has long exceeded the average household monthly income.

Landlords demand deposits because tenants often damage or destroy rental properties and cause other harm. Especially fully-furnished and newly constructed apartments rarely come with a small deposit. There are also tenants who do not pay rent on time. Therefore, deposits are considered necessary. On the other hand, tenants criticize the high deposit issue because many apartments are not worth their rent and deposit. Most landlords, following the market trend, have become bold and exploit young students and families. Some even collaborate with the next tenant to expel the current tenant for more money. Therefore, a rental agreement is essential for both parties.

People mostly look for one-bedroom apartments due to lower prices. However, one-bedroom apartments are rare, and if available, typically face a 12+1 condition. Facebook groups titled "One-bedroom apartment for rent" have at least 20,000 members. Yet, only those seeking apartments actively post in these groups. This has led to an increase in fraudulent ads.

In a statement from a specialist at the Police Department’s Crime Prevention Office, Lieutenant H. Nomin: "Fraudulent crimes under the name of renting apartments increase in August. Since students coming to Ulaanbaatar from the provinces don’t have relatives or familiar families here, they start looking for rental apartments. Fraudsters use this by posting ads on online platforms with fake pictures of unoccupied houses and apartments and offer attractive conditions at low prices. They often propose good offers, like deleting ads once the deposit is transferred to reserve the place.

For instance, offering to keep the ad private if a deposit is sent.

Fraudsters also use fake documents and offer very low prices to deceive people. People trust fake certificates, agree over the phone, and transfer a deposit without meeting the person. Therefore, people need to double-check the name and certificate number of the real estate they intend to rent via "e-Mongolia" system. After copying the ID card electronically and signing the contract, payments should be made."

Silver Elephant Mining's Q2 Losses Increase by 25.3% to $1.5 Million

Published: Tue, 13 Aug 2024 | Translated from: bloombergtv.mn

Silver Elephant Mining reported a net loss of approximately 1.5 million US dollars, or 2.1 million Canadian dollars, for the fiscal quarter ending June 30. This represents an increase of 25.3% in losses compared to the same period last year.

The company, listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange, wholly owns the "Ulaan Ovoo" and "Chandgana" coal projects in Mongolia. In its report, Silver Elephant Mining mentioned that the economic value of these projects has become negligible, indicating they've become economically non-viable.

In January this year, Silver Elephant Mining announced the resumption of operations at the "Ulaan Ovoo" mine, beginning coal supply to domestic consumers. It also estimated that 30,000 to 60,000 tons of coal would be sold from the mine located in Selenge Province in 2024.

The company's mining operations were halted in 2023 due to a drop in the price of thermal coal and scheduled maintenance for equipment.

Advantages of Taking Loans Online

Published: Tue, 13 Aug 2024 | Translated from: itoim.mn

Every year, from mid-August, people of all ages roll up their sleeves for the big autumn tasks. With the start of the school year, there is often a need to gather children's tuition fees, update the family car before the winter cold, or expand businesses. Some people are also planning to purchase electrical appliances and furniture after finishing home renovation during the warm season. However, individuals, households, and businesses do not necessarily need to visit bank branches to obtain small to medium-sized seasonal loans. Anyone paying social insurance can access loans directly through the "loan" menu in the Khaan Bank app. The bank verifies your information, calculates the loan amount you are eligible for, creates a loan contract online, and transfers the loan to your account within a few minutes. Easy, right?

In these times, when individuals and businesses need additional funds, Khaan Bank has aimed to offer the advantages of online loans to its customers by reducing the interest rates, increasing the amounts, and extending the terms of all types of online loans. These conditions apply not only to salary loans and personal loans but also to business loans, and loans secured by POS income, which are intended for business expansion.

Obtaining all types of loans online offers many advantages to customers. For example:

You can get a loan in just a few minutes from your mobile phone, tablet, or computer, saving your time and effort.
Regardless of which bank you receive your salary through, you can apply for a loan using Khaan Bank's app.
There is no need to submit additional documents. The app checks your social insurance payment history through its system.
The necessary loan amount for you and your business is determined by artificial intelligence, so you don't need to consult with anyone.
Most importantly, through Khaan Bank's app, you can obtain all types of loans with the lowest interest rates, longer terms, and larger amounts, going up to MNT 60 million.

The bank has not forgotten its regional customers either. It has increased the amount of herders' loans, allowing them to obtain up to MNT 30 million online.

We would like to emphasize our gratitude for those who take e-loans, contributing to reducing congestion, decreasing carbon emissions in the environment, saving paper, and promoting sustainable green development.

Choose the loan that suits you from the following types and apply through the Khan Bank app:

Use the following QR code to check your online loan eligibility from anywhere right now.

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Diplomacy

Mongolia-Russia Joint "Selenge 2024" Field Training to Start on the 19th of This Month

Published: Tue, 13 Aug 2024 | Translated from: ikon.mn

A video has been posted on "X.com" showing that military equipment from the Russian Federation is being loaded onto trains and arriving in Mongolia.

Some have speculated that this is in preparation for the Mongolia-Russia joint military field training in Dornod province, dedicated to the anniversary of the Battle of Khalkhin Gol.

When asked about the details of the joint field training between the two countries, including when and where it will occur, the Ministry of Defense stated that the "Selenge" field training is organized annually. This year's "Selenge 2024" field training will commence on August 19th.

As of now, no detailed information is available about the composition of the Russian participants or how long it will last.

Prime Minister L. Oyun-Erdene Met with the Japanese Ambassador to Mongolia, M. Igawahara

Published: Tue, 13 Aug 2024 | Translated from: gogo.mn

Prime Minister of Mongolia, L. Oyun-Erdene, met with M. Igawahara, the Japanese Ambassador to Mongolia.

During the meeting, Ambassador M. Igawahara explained and apologized for the cancellation of the official visit planned by the Prime Minister of Japan, F. Kishida, to Mongolia due to a warning about the potential for a major earthquake following a seismic event in Miyazaki Prefecture, Japan. The necessity to implement measures to mitigate potential risks and respond to disasters led to the cancellation.

Prime Minister L. Oyun-Erdene acknowledged and fully understood the cancellation of Prime Minister F. Kishida's planned visit to Mongolia due to the domestic situation in Japan caused by the earthquake and natural disaster. He emphasized that during this time, the government of Mongolia and its people stand with the government and people of Japan, their dear friends, and Special Strategic partners.

Prime Minister Oyun-Erdene noted that the Mongolian People's Party, which secured a majority of seats, had successfully formed a government in collaboration with the Democratic Party and the National Labor Party following the general elections of the Great Khural of Mongolia. He highlighted that this cooperation is significant for strengthening the Special Strategic partnership between Mongolia and Japan, and for expanding and deepening a people-centered relationship and collaboration.

During the meeting, both parties remarked on the high level of their relationship and cooperation based on common democratic values, labeling it the "Special Strategic Partnership for Peace and Prosperity," which extends across all sectors. They confirmed their commitment to ensuring the implementation of the Partnership Program for the next 10 years, securing the achievements of their relations up to now, and working closely together in the future. As part of this, they exchanged views on expanding mutually beneficial trade and economic relations and supporting people-to-people exchanges.

In 2024, which marks the 50th anniversary of cultural relations between the two countries, both parties appreciated the strengthening of "people-centered" cooperation and the deepening friendship between their people. They expressed their determination to further energize the friendship and camaraderie, particularly among the younger generations who represent the future.

Russian Minister A.A. Kozlov Meets with Prime Minister L. Oyun-Erdene

Published: Tue, 13 Aug 2024 | Translated from: news.mn

The Minister of Natural Resources and Ecology of the Russian Federation, A.A. Kozlov, who is on an official visit to Mongolia and serves as the head of the Russian delegation to the Russia-Mongolia Intergovernmental Commission on Trade, Economic, Scientific and Technical Cooperation, met with the Prime Minister of Mongolia, L. Oyun-Erdene, on August 12, 2024.

During the meeting, both parties expressed satisfaction with the active development of relations between the two countries and highlighted their commitment to further strengthening the comprehensive strategic partnership based on political, economic, educational, cultural, and humanitarian relations.

Prime Minister L. Oyun-Erdene noted the successful completion of Mongolia's parliamentary elections in June 2024, emphasizing that the formation of a government coalition between the Mongolian People's Party, the Democratic Party, and the Human Rights Party, which secured the majority of seats, is crucial for enhancing the comprehensive strategic partnership between Mongolia and Russia and for maintaining the tradition and momentum of cooperation.

Additionally, during the meeting, the parties expressed satisfaction with their progress on finalizing and establishing an agreement on the "Trade of Oil and Oil Products between the Governments of Mongolia and the Russian Federation" in the near future.

Both sides exchanged views on concluding a provisional Free Trade Agreement between Mongolia and the Eurasian Economic Union by December of this year, accelerating the expansion and renovation of Combined Heat and Power Plant-3, implementing the project to construct the Egiin Gol Hydro Power Plant with the establishment of a joint research group of Mongolian and Russian experts, determining the quota for Mongolian students studying in Russia and developing a list of urgently needed specialties. Additionally, they agreed to expand cooperation in the mining, energy, road, and transportation sectors and to achieve tangible results in trade and economic cooperation.

The Prime Ministers of Mongolia and Japan Held a Phone Conversation

Published: Tue, 13 Aug 2024 | Translated from: itoim.mn

The Prime Minister of Mongolia, L. Oyun-Erdene, and the Prime Minister of Japan, F. Kishida, held a phone conversation on August 13, 2024, at the request of the Japanese side.

At the beginning of the conversation, Prime Minister F. Kishida explained the situation regarding the cancellation of his official visit to Mongolia, which was initially planned to take place on August 11-12, 2024, following an invitation by Prime Minister L. Oyun-Erdene. The visit was canceled due to the need to implement disaster response measures and reduce potential risks following an earthquake in Miyazaki Prefecture, Japan, on August 8. Prime Minister Kishida expressed heartfelt gratitude to the Mongolian side for their preparations and expressed regret for being unable to make the official visit at this time, while also emphasizing the intention to proceed with the visit in the future, considering the circumstances.

Prime Minister L. Oyun-Erdene expressed understanding and acceptance of the situation regarding the cancellation of the planned official visit by Prime Minister F. Kishida to Mongolia due to the domestic conditions following the earthquake and natural disasters in Japan. He highlighted that during this time, the Government of Mongolia and the people of Mongolia remain in solidarity with Japan, our important "third neighbor" and Special Strategic Partner, as well as with the Japanese people, friends, and allies.

The parties discussed that the relations and cooperation between Mongolia and Japan, based on shared values of human rights, freedom, and democracy, are deepening at a high level across all sectors under the "Special Strategic Partnership for Peace and Prosperity". They agreed on the importance of further enhancing political trust, strengthening dialogue and exchanges at all levels, expanding mutually beneficial economic cooperation, and deepening regional and international cooperation.

In 2024, marking the 50th anniversary of Cultural Relations between Mongolia and Japan, both countries noted the progress in strengthening their "people-centered" relationship and cooperation. They expressed commitment to further involving the younger generation in this relationship and broadening people-to-people exchanges and friendships.

Infrastructure

"UBTZ" LLC Supports National Producers and Collaboratively Produces the First Freight Wagon Domestically

Published: Tue, 13 Aug 2024 | Translated from: ikon.mn

The foundational sector for the economic development of Mongolia, the need for railway rolling stock, especially freight wagons, to transport mining products, is continually increasing. Currently, this need is being met by purchasing or leasing from Russia and China for both short and long terms.

"KHMZ Factory" LLC is working on implementing a major project to build a facility in Mongolia for assembling, producing, and repairing freight wagons. By implementing this project, the company aims to commission a plant capable of producing 1,000 freight wagons annually.

In its project scope, "KHMZ Factory" LLC, in collaboration with "Ulaanbaatar Railway" LLC and "Tumen Tumurt" LLC, which successfully operates in metal structure manufacturing and trade, has agreed to jointly produce 10 trial semi-wagons. This collaboration aimed to produce the first wagon before the 75th anniversary of "Ulaanbaatar Railway" LLC. The wagons were produced at UBTZ's freight wagon assembly test shop, with all components and double wheels manufactured domestically, marking significant progress in the heavy machinery manufacturing industry in our country.

Producing affordable freight wagons with good technical specifications, tailored to Mongolia's natural and climatic conditions, and freight needs domestically, will stop foreign currency outflows for wagon rentals and imports, providing the necessary supply of rolling stock for transporting mining products and other goods via railway.

For context, five semi-wagons assembled in 2017 at the test shop of the Eastern Khara Freight Wagon Repair Depot have reliably been fulfilling their railway transport duties to this day.

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UBTZ: Transporting Petroleum Products and Energy Coal

Published: Tue, 13 Aug 2024 | Translated from: news.mn

The "Ulaanbaatar Railway" joint stock company, which plays a crucial role in the social and economic development of our country, transported 16.4 million tons of freight in the first half of this year, an increase of 3.3 percent compared to the same period last year.

During this period, 95.1 percent of the 1.4 million tons of petroleum products imported into Mongolia, 49.7 percent of the 142.3 thousand tons of food products, 24.2 percent of the 1.4 million machinery units, and 16.6 percent of the 1.8 thousand tons of medicines and medical supplies were transported by "Ulaanbaatar Railway" joint stock company. Additionally, in the first half of this year, our country exported 45.6 million tons of mining products, of which 5.2 million tons, or 11.4 percent, were transported by UBTZ. Meanwhile, domestic energy coal, or the coal used by thermal power plants, is exclusively transported by UBTZ.

20 Schools and 14 Kindergartens are Being Newly Built in Khan-Uul District with State and City Budget Investments

Published: Tue, 13 Aug 2024 | Translated from: ikon.mn

The Vice Mayor of the Capital City responsible for Social Sector, Green Development, and Air and Environmental Pollution Issues, L. Khosbayar, and the Head of the Capital City Education Department, B. Amartuvshin, met with the leaders of the educational institutions in Khan-Uul district.

During the meeting, they exchanged ideas on improving the quality of education, increasing equitable access, enhancing the social welfare of teachers and staff working in educational institutions, and improving inter-sector coordination.

In this district, more than 61,000 children study in 63 general education schools, while 29,000 children receive preschool education in 141 kindergartens. With investments from the state and city budgets, 20 schools and 14 kindergartens are being newly built. As a result of significant investment in the education sector with the aim of increasing the capacity of schools and kindergartens within the city, the district's general education schools are now teaching in two shifts.

Going forward, attention will be given to improving the quality of education, supporting children's social, psychological, and cognitive development, overcoming obstacles to gaining education, ensuring equal learning opportunities, and organizing training and activities tailored to individual characteristics effectively, according to the Vice Mayor of the Capital City.

Source: Press and Public Relations Department, City Mayor's Office

The Contract of the Company That Has Been Building the Fifth Secondary School's Extension for Five Years Is Canceled

Published: Tue, 13 Aug 2024 | Translated from: gogo.mn

Minister of Education P. Naranbayar visited the extension construction site of the 5th secondary school in the capital and made a decision on-site to cancel the contract with the company.

The new extension building of the 5th secondary school, located in the 4th khoroo of Chingeltei district, started in the summer of 2019. However, five years have passed, and it is not in operation yet. It is unclear whether it will be able to receive students in this new academic year.

Minister of Education P. Naranbayar visited the extension construction site of the 5th secondary school in the capital city to address the issue and decided to cancel the contract with the company.

After familiarizing himself with the progress of the extension construction, the sector minister remarked, "I visited and familiarized myself with the process of the extension construction site. The work is very insufficient, and the construction company's attitude shows no desire to complete the job. What does it mean to build an extension for 640 children for five years? There is hardly anyone working here, only one or two people. Therefore, we canceled the order with PGS company and transferred the remaining 1.1 billion tugriks of tender financing to Chingeltei district. We decided to put the school into operation by next month. Thus, we made this decision. Although the company received a total of 4.5 billion tugriks claiming 92% completion, hardly anyone is working here. Therefore, it is unlikely to be operational within this year, so we made an on-site decision to stop the work and choose the next capable company."

We previously reported about the stalled extension construction of the capital's 5th secondary school.

Regarding the school, which explained that its construction work stalled due to financing issues, we previously inquired with the Director of the General Department of Education T. Nyam-Ochir, who stated, "The construction issue of the 5th school started in 2019. The governmental organizations such as the Ministry of Education and Science, the Development Center for Construction, and relevant specialized organizations have provided 95% of the necessary budget for the approved project design. However, the contractor stated they would require additional funds and that it would be impossible to operationalize without them. The school administration, parents, and construction engineers have discussed the matter.

There is no legal basis for the state to provide additional budget. When an audit organization assessed it, it concluded that the company should not endanger the interests of thousands of children. Therefore, legal action was necessary to resolve the matter through judicial control. In the future, companies looking to invest in the education sector need to be aware of the impact on the interests of thousands of children and the delicate situation that arises in terms of social responsibility."

This Year, 19.5 km of Roads in 17 Locations Renovated with the Capital's Road Fund

Published: Tue, 13 Aug 2024 | Translated from: ikon.mn

This year, 19.5 km of roads in 17 locations have been renovated with the capital's road fund. In particular, roads have been renovated in seven locations in Bayanzurkh district and two locations in Sukhbaatar district, while five roads in three remote districts have already been renovated.

In Bayanzurkh District:

Partial repair and renovation of 1.1 km of road on Namyaanjug Street;
Partial repair and renovation of 2.4 km of road on Amgalan Street;
0.9 km of road from the Soyolj underpass area to the intersection of Narantuul International Trade Center;
0.74 km of road from the intersection of Narantuul International Trade Center to Ögöömör Market;
Partial repair and renovation of 1.5 km of road in front of Dunjingarav Trade Center;
Partial repair and renovation of 0.4 km of road on Niislel Khuree Avenue;
Partial repair and renovation of 0.9 km of road on Hilch Street;

In Sukhbaatar District:

0.45 km of road from the intersection of School No. 5 to University Street;
1.8 km of road from Tsetseg Center intersection to Weather Station intersection, and from Zoos Goyol intersection to MUST intersection;

In Three Remote Districts:

0.87 km of road from the first microdistrict of Baganuur, from the Health junction to Soronzon junction;
0.9 km of road from the first microdistrict of Nalaikh, from the “Buyan Nalaikh” center intersection to the 14th Miners' Street;
1,800 square meter parking lot behind Building 37A in the fourth microdistrict of Nalaikh;
2,300 square meter road repair and maintenance work in Nalaikh district;
850 square meter road repair and maintenance work in Bagakhangai district;

As part of these projects, roads were asphalted, manhole covers were aligned to the level of the asphalt concrete pavement, new drainage networks were installed, curbs were replaced, and signage and markings were completed.

A Pumping Station Will Be Built in Bayanzurkh District's 25th and 43rd Subdistricts to Constantly Drain Groundwater and Discharge it into the Selbe River

Published: Tue, 13 Aug 2024 | Translated from: ikon.mn

In Bayanzurkh District's 25th and 43rd subdistricts, groundwater is surfacing, posing risks to the households in the area. To address this issue, the Mayor of Ulaanbaatar, H. Nyambaatar, met with relevant officials and leaders of the local Homeowners Association in these subdistricts, deciding to formulate a comprehensive plan for the drainage of groundwater and surface water by the end of this year.

The management of the Homeowners Association in Bayanzurkh District's 25th and 43rd subdistricts reported that during the warm season, water constantly seeps into the basement of residential buildings. Moreover, during heavy rainfalls, they are forced to pump water from garages, but as there is no place to discharge it, they requested an urgent resolution of this issue. They also urged the need to resolve problems related to sidewalk curbs, drainage sewerage, roads, entrances, and exits without drainage systems.

City Mayor H. Nyambaatar stated, "The main reason for the rising groundwater is the construction of buildings disrupting all water drainage systems. A pumping station to constantly remove groundwater and discharge it into the Selbe River will be established in these subdistricts."

If left as is, the groundwater level will become unmanageable, and it poses a significant risk to the structural integrity of the numerous households. Therefore, to prevent hazardous conditions, the primary step will be to conduct exploratory drilling to determine water levels. Following that, relevant calculations and studies will be carried out to draft a design, and the project of establishing a 24-hour pumping station for water drainage will be included in next year's budget.

Furthermore, initial measures to mitigate the groundwater risk will be taken at three locations where it is surfacing. Specifically, if the issue around Bayanzurkh District's 25th and 43rd subdistricts, Songinokhairkhan District's 26th subdistrict, and the area near the Dölöön Lake in Sukhbaatar District are not addressed, it could pose risks to the 40,000 and 50,000 apartment units in those areas.

Additionally, Mayor Nyambaatar tasked the Urban and Land Management Agency and the City Planning and General Planning Department heads to negotiate with the owners of fenced, undeveloped buildings and structures in the area to vacate these spaces by offering compensation. This will enable the establishment of government service centers closer to residents under the "20-Minute City" concept, while simultaneously initiating the design of public spaces, planning open and underground parking, and resolving entrance and exit routes.

Source: Press and Public Relations Department of the Ulaanbaatar City Administration.

Integrated planning of groundwater and surface water systems around Khoroos 25 and 43 of Bayanzurkh

Published: Tue, 13 Aug 2024 | Translated from: itoim.mn

Groundwater is rising around the 25th and 43rd khoroos of Bayanzurkh district, posing risks to households in the area. To solve this issue, the Mayor of the capital city and Governor of Ulaanbaatar, Kh. Nyambaatar, held a meeting with the heads of the apartment owners' associations belonging to these khoroos and decided to develop an integrated plan for the groundwater and surface water systems within this year.

The leadership of the apartment owners' associations from the 25th and 43rd khoroos of Bayanzurkh district reported that during the warm season, water consistently seeps into the basement floors of the apartments. During periods of heavy rain, they are forced to pump out water from their garages, but there is no place to discharge the pumped water, and they requested an urgent solution to this problem. They also highlighted the need to resolve issues related to pedestrian sidewalks, roads without drainage pipes, entrances, and exits.

Mayor Kh. Nyambaatar explained, "The main reason for being affected by groundwater is that all the water drainage lines were cut off due to construction. We will establish a pumping station to regularly discharge groundwater from these khoroos and into the Selbe River. If left as it is, the groundwater level will become uncontrollable, posing significant risks to the structural integrity of thousands of households. Therefore, to prevent future risky situations, a well will be drilled to explore the water and determine the level. Following this, we will conduct necessary calculations and research, develop a design, and include the establishment of a 24-hour water discharge pump station in next year's budget."

Additionally, the first steps will be taken to mitigate groundwater issues in three specific areas. Particularly, issues around the 25th and 43rd khoroos of Bayanzurkh district, the 26th khoroo of Songinokhairkhan district, and the vicinity of Doloon Lake in Sukhbaatar district need urgent resolution to avoid potential risks to households in those areas.

Furthermore, Mayor Kh. Nyambaatar instructed the city's Land Management Department and the Urban Planning and Development Agency to negotiate with the owners to free up buildings and structures surrounded by fences that have been under construction for a long time by providing compensation. This will initiate the planning of public access roads, parking spaces, entrances, and exits as part of the "20-minute city" concept, bringing government services closer and creating public spaces.

A 350-Meter Drainage Pipe is Being Installed in the Takhilt Underpass

Published: Tue, 13 Aug 2024 | Translated from: ikon.mn

A drainage pipe is being installed in areas where heavy rainwater accumulation creates difficult conditions for citizens to travel. This year, drainage pipes are planned to be installed in a total of 13 locations, with eight projects already completed. Additionally, funds have been allocated to install new drainage pipes in six locations where water frequently accumulates.

In particular, drainage pipes will be installed at:

The front part of the Naran Bridge
The lower part of the Peace Bridge
Yarmag
The 22nd checkpoint
The Takhilt underpass
The central railway station

Out of these, the installation of a 350-meter pipe at the Takhilt underpass began yesterday. The work is planned to be completed within 14 days.

Soil and Water System Planning in Districts 25, 43 of Bayanzurkh

Published: Tue, 13 Aug 2024 | Translated from: news.mn

In the vicinity of the 25th and 43rd districts of Bayanzurkh, the groundwater is surfacing, posing risks to households in the area. To address this issue, the Mayor of Ulaanbaatar, H. Nyambaatar, along with relevant officials, met with the chairpersons of the residents' associations belonging to these districts to develop an integrated plan for soil and surface water systems within this year.

The management of the residents' associations in the 25th and 43rd districts of Bayanzurkh noted that during the warm season, water regularly seeps into the basement floors of apartments. When rainfall increases, they have no choice but to pump out the water from their garages, but there is no place to dispose of the pumped water, thus requesting the urgent resolution of this problem. Additionally, they highlighted the need for resolving issues such as pedestrian pathways, roads without water drainage pipes, and entry and exit areas.

Mayor H. Nyambaatar stated, "The main reason for groundwater issues is the construction that has cut off all water drainage systems. There will be the establishment of a pumping station that continuously drains groundwater and directs it to the Selbe River. If left as is, the groundwater level will become unmanageable, posing significant structural risks to the buildings of thousands of households. Therefore, to prevent further risky conditions, an exploration drill will be placed first to determine the water level. Afterward, related studies and a design plan will be developed, and the construction of a 24-hour drainage pump station will be included in next year's budget."

Additionally, in three areas where groundwater is surfacing, measures to reduce groundwater will be initially implemented. Specifically, if the issues around the 25th and 43rd districts of Bayanzurkh, the 26th district of Songinokhairkhan, and the area around Dulgunnuur in Sukhbaatar district are not resolved, a potentially risky situation could arise for households in the 40,000 and 50,000 areas.

Furthermore, Mayor H. Nyambaatar instructed the heads of the city’s Land Management Office and Urban Planning, and General Planning Authority to negotiate with the owners of fenced, unfinished buildings in the area to clear them with compensation. This will pave the way for establishing a center delivering government services more proximally within the “20-minute city” concept, alongside developing public roads and spaces, planning both open-air and underground parking, and starting design work to resolve entry and exit issues.

Installation of Drainage Pipeline Begins on the Road in Front of General Education School No. 16

Published: Tue, 13 Aug 2024 | Translated from: itoim.mn

In front of General Education School No. 16, located in the 11th khoroo of Sukhbaatar district, a road was initially built without a drainage pipeline. As a result, rainwater accumulates, making it difficult for both vehicles and pedestrians to pass. Today, installation of the drainage pipeline on this road commenced.

Regarding this, we sought clarification from the Chief Engineer of the Capital City's Urban Beautification Bureau, S. Batsaykhan. He explained, "The road in front of General Education School No. 16 is a busy secondary road connecting the Green Lake to the Great Circle. During days of heavy rain, significant amounts of water pool along this road, causing difficulties for vehicles and pedestrians. To resolve this issue, based on the order of the city's Governor, the Urban Beautification Bureau carried out the design for the pipeline installation, and today we have commenced the installation work."

In anticipation of the new academic year, the drainage pipeline will be installed over a 24-hour work shift.

Started Installation of Drainage Pipes on the Road in Front of School No. 16

Published: Tue, 13 Aug 2024 | Translated from: gogo.mn

In the 11th khoroo of Sukhbaatar district, no drainage pipe was installed when the road in front of School No. 16 was originally built. As a result, rainwater accumulates, making it difficult for vehicles and pedestrians to pass. Today, drainage pipe installation has begun on this road.

We inquired about this from S. Batsaihan, the Chief Engineer of GUBBG. He stated, "The road in front of School No. 16 connects the Green Lake with the Great Ring Road, and it is a busy secondary road with heavy traffic. On days with heavy rain, a lot of water accumulates along this road, making it difficult for vehicles and pedestrians to pass. To solve this issue, GUBBG has prepared the design plans for the drainage installation as per the orders of the city mayor, and the installation work began today."

In connection with the start of the academic year, the drainage pipe installation will be carried out 24/7.

Society

Five of the Thirteen Schools Allegedly "Selling" Diplomas to Chinese Students are from Mongolia

Published: Tue, 13 Aug 2024 | Translated from: itoim.mn

Chinese students returning home after studying abroad are required to confirm their academic credentials when applying for jobs in their home country. The Chinese Service Center for Scholarly Exchange (CSCSE), under the Ministry of Education, responsible for recognizing foreign qualifications, issued a notice suggesting that the master's and doctoral degrees from various universities did not meet the necessary standards. Among the 13 universities mentioned in the notice, six are from the Philippines, five are from Mongolia, and two are from India.

According to the CSCSE, measures are being tightened for verifying degrees issued by the 13 universities to protect the rights of Chinese students and ensure the integrity of the international education market. The verification period for recognizing these institutions' accreditation has been extended to at least 60 working days beyond the usual processing time after receiving the required documentation from the CSCSE, which typically takes 10-15 working days. The recent announcement is CSCSE's fifth on the matter, following previous reports in 2021 highlighting institutions offering dubious or non-standard online programs targeting Chinese students during the COVID-19 pandemic. Earlier statements named three to six universities.

Nearly half of these 13 universities are located in the Philippines. These include St. Paul University of the Philippines, Philippine Christian University, St. Dominic Savio College, Philippine Women’s University, AMA University, and the University of the Philippines Lyceum - Batangas.

Some Filipino senators have claimed that certain universities in Cagayan have been "selling" diplomas to Chinese students. During a congressional committee meeting, Jeremy Morales, Director of International Affairs at one of the universities, reported having 828 Chinese students, with 200 studying in person. According to the Philippines Bureau of Immigration statistics, a total of 16,190 student visas were issued to Chinese nationals in 2023, a relatively low number compared to Japan, South Korea, Singapore, and Malaysia. Nonetheless, officials reported a recent "increase" in Chinese enrollments, particularly in the Cagayan region, identified as sensitive in a defense context.

According to a report on China Daily, the five Mongolian universities include the Mongolian National University of Education and the Ikh Zasag International University.

There are VACANT POSITIONS at 159 Public Schools in the Capital

Published: Tue, 13 Aug 2024 | Translated from: ikon.mn

For the 2024-2025 school year, we provide information on the vacant positions for teachers and staff announced at the public general education schools operating in the capital.

If we look at the schools by district:

In Bayangol, 21
In Bayanzurkh, 35
In Songinokhairkhan, 28
In Sukhbaatar, 26
In Chingeltei, 19
In Khan-Uul, 20
In Baganuur, Bagakhangai, and Nalaikh, there are a total of 10 schools with vacant positions, making a total of 159 schools.

Citizens interested in the job positions are advised by the Capital City Education Department to approach the respective institutions.

NEMA: 229 People Lost Their Lives Due to Disasters and Accidents in the First Seven Months of the Year

Published: Tue, 13 Aug 2024 | Translated from: itoim.mn

Across the country, 3,338 calls and reports of disasters, hazardous events, and accidents were registered in the first seven months of 2024. In response to these calls, officers from the National Emergency Management Agency's central and local units performed their duties, saving 5,287 lives and protecting properties worth 208 billion MNT.

However, due to hazardous events and accidents, 229 people lost their lives, 121 people were injured or burned, 571 homes and buildings were damaged, and 448 homes and buildings were destroyed, resulting in a total loss of 26.8 billion MNT.

Of the disasters, hazardous events, and accidents that occurred, 2,054 were fires, 785 were accidents related to human activities, 487 were weather-related hazardous events, 58 were biological origin hazardous events, and 54 were geological origin hazardous events.

The Seat Allocation for the Mongolian Language Writing Retake Exam is Available for Printing from Today

Published: Tue, 13 Aug 2024 | Translated from: ikon.mn

The Mongolian language writing retake exam will be held on Saturday, August 17th, from 10:00 to 11:40, Ulaanbaatar time.

Exam takers can log in to the eyesh.eec.mn website and print their seat allocation from today.

Students who score 400 or higher on the Mongolian language writing exam are eligible to enroll in universities and higher education institutions. The previous Mongolian language writing exam was conducted on April 6th, during which 16 percent of the total examinees, or 5,349 students, failed.

The Seat Allocation for the Mongolian Language Re-examination Can Be Printed from Today

Published: Tue, 13 Aug 2024 | Translated from: gogo.mn

The Mongolian language re-examination will be held on August 17, 2024, from 10:00 to 11:40, Ulaanbaatar time.

Exam candidates are advised to log into the "Candidate's Corner" using their registration number and password through the eyesh.eec.mn website to print their seat allocation from August 13, 2024.

Environment

Heavy, Thunderstorm-Associated Rain Expected in the Gobi Regions

Published: Tue, 13 Aug 2024 | Translated from: gogo.mn

Attention to herders, residents, and transporters:

On the 14th and 15th, heavy rain with thunderstorms is expected in the southern parts of the central provinces and in the Gobi provinces. Please take special precautions against hail, lightning, strong winds, flash floods, and the danger of floodwaters.

Tomorrow Afternoon, Thunderstorms Expected

Published: Tue, 13 Aug 2024 | Translated from: gogo.mn

Central and southern regions of the country, as well as the Gobi area, are expected to experience heavy rains and thunderstorms. To avoid potential dangers such as hail, lightning, strong winds, and flash floods, people are urged to stay vigilant and take precautionary measures.

Attention for herders, residents, and travelers:

On the 14th, in the central regions, and on the 15th and 16th in the southern parts of the central regions and across the Gobi, heavy rains and thunderstorms are expected. Therefore, you are strongly advised to remain alert to potential risks associated with hailstorms, lightning, strong winds, flash floods, and water hazards.

The Use of New Equipment and Tools in City Cleaning Was Mandated

Published: Tue, 13 Aug 2024 | Translated from: news.mn

Since last October, the responsibility for city and public works has been handed over to the districts. Additionally, the equipment for city and public amenities is being updated in stages. However, due to the improper use of equipment and poor timing management, issues like cleaning streets and raising dust during working hours persist. Therefore, the Mayor of Ulaanbaatar, H. Nyambaatar, has mandated district managers to implement timing adjustments and use new equipment in city public works cleaning.

He stated, “Since last year, we have increased the tariffs and frequency of garbage transportation and raised the salaries of improvement and service workers twice. Following this, district leaders and public utility companies should improve their machines and tools, perform cleaning services before working hours, that is, before 6:00 AM, and conduct training on proper use of purchased equipment. This year, 39 pieces of equipment and tools necessary for the city public utility sector will arrive from China, and they will be distributed to the districts.”

Innovation

L. Khosbayar: Increasing Access to the Education Sector and Improving the Quality of Education

Published: Tue, 13 Aug 2024 | Translated from: itoim.mn

Deputy Governor of the Capital City responsible for Social Sector, Green Development, and Air and Environmental Pollution Issues, L. Khosbayar, and Head of the Capital City Education Department, B. Amartuvshin, met with the leaders of educational institutions in Khan-Uul District. During the meeting, they exchanged views on improving the quality of education, increasing equitable access, enhancing the social welfare of teachers, staff, and employees working in educational institutions, and improving inter-sectoral coordination.

In this district, more than 61,000 children study in 63 general education schools, while 29,000 children receive pre-school education in 141 kindergartens. With investments from the state and capital city budgets, 20 schools and 14 kindergartens are being newly constructed. As a result of considerable investment in the education sector aimed at increasing the access to schools and kindergartens in the catchment area of the capital, general education schools in the district are operating in two shifts.

In the future, attention will be focused on improving the quality of education, supporting the social, psychological, and cognitive development of children, eliminating obstacles to obtaining an education, creating equal learning opportunities, and organizing training and activities that are tailored to individual characteristics, ensuring quality and effectiveness. This was emphasized by the Capital City's Deputy Governor.

M. Itgel: A Single Team Will Write the Mongolian Language Textbook for Grades 1-5

Published: Tue, 13 Aug 2024 | Translated from: montsame.mn

We asked M. Itgel, Director of the National Institute for Educational Research, about the reform of the educational curriculum.

- What special conditions have emerged for reforming the pre-school and primary education programs?

It has become a standard to update the pre-school and primary education programs every 10-12 years. The pre-school and primary education programs were updated in 2014, and the basic education programs were updated in 2015 and 2016. Nation-wide, we are implementing the "Core Curriculum" of education. We are currently working on the direction of updating this program. Generally, it is traditional to change 10-30% of the content of the curriculum. When changing and updating the curriculum, it is characteristic to determine what the next ideology will be based on 1-2 years of research. Thus, the ideology of this education program was determined by the government on April 15, 2024. After that, work focused on what the structure of the program would be. We are now entering the third-level work on developing the program. We have formed teams to develop the learning programs for pre-school education in 6 directions, and primary education into 9 subjects, and held their inauguration yesterday.

- When will the new curriculum be implemented?

The curriculum for pre-school and primary education will be developed within a year, with the aim of starting the implementation of the new curriculum from September 1, 2025.

- How do you determine the outcomes of the core curriculum implementation?

The National Institute for Educational Research reported in 2019 on the implementation of the "Core Curriculum," which is enforced nationwide. Several studies have been conducted. For example, in 2021, a report on the study of 137 textbooks was presented. Following that, the Educational Assessment Center released a report on student learning achievements. From these, it can be seen, that our education focuses on memorization, recognition, and basic reading skills. However, it is generally concluded that the skills of creative thinking and making conclusions, which are higher-order skills, are weak.

- Can this be understood as a conclusion made on the textbooks studied in general education schools?

Yes, a conclusion was made by a team of over 100 people led by former Speaker of the Parliament and Minister of Education, S. Tumur-Ochir, ordered by the Ministry of Education on the textbooks used in grades 1-12 of general education. In general, a curriculum informs the teacher about what to teach in this direction. A textbook is what tells students what they should learn by going back to it.

The curriculum is in the teacher's hands. The textbook is in the student's hands. The textbook satisfies the content of the program. However, it has been viewed that students are not being given the skills to think creatively and make conclusions.

Additionally, it was found that there is weak continuity in the Mongolian language textbooks for grades 1-5 because they were written by different teams. In other words, students are studying a Mongolian language textbook written by a team led by Dorg in the first grade, and a different one written by a team led by Damdin in the second grade. This situation has impacted students' learning achievements.

In the future, a single team will write the Mongolian language textbooks for grades 1-5. Similarly, the math textbooks for grades 6-9 will also be written by a single team. This will be the basis for updating the curriculum.

We used to have a single book as a textbook. Now we will create two things: a student guide and a student workbook. Students can write and make notes in their workbooks, and use them for homework as well. The textbooks will be in color. There will be arrangements to keep the colored textbooks in the class in some cases, aiming to reduce the weight of the student's backpack.

Moreover, the textbooks will be digitized. Students will not necessarily have to carry their notebooks but can do their exercises digitally. However, this does not mean that the entire textbook will be digital. The digital aspect will be for doing homework and allowing students to develop themselves online, but it does not mean eliminating textbooks, and parents need to understand this very well.

- What results are expected from implementing the newly developed educational program?

Mathematics and the Mongolian language each have their ideologies. Students study 19 subjects in basic education, meaning that the ideology of that many subjects is being delivered to students. This concept will change. What will students learn now, you ask? It will be focused on competencies. Therefore, we will first establish students' competencies. From pre-school education to complete secondary education, it will have its overarching conceptual framework. For example, students will study mathematics to master creative competencies and place emphasis on improving reading and writing skills with a focus on the Mongolian language. Once the content is defined, the subjects will be developed with the distinct characteristic feature of the curriculum.

I mentioned earlier that the curriculum's conceptual framework has been developed. Within that framework, we have issued our 4 monitoring plans. There is a quality assessment for primary, basic, and complete secondary education. These assessments aim to increase by 10-5 points every 5 years.

- Are conclusions also being made on the PISA (International Student Assessment) evaluations?

The organization assessed students' reading abilities in mathematics and science. Out of 81 countries, our country's 15-year-olds ranked 47th in mathematics, 53rd in science, and 65th in reading in their native language. This is the evaluation given to us by the international community, and it shows that we have received a poor evaluation.

We are lagging behind the international level by 2-3 years. Specifically, a 9th-grade student is at the level of a 7th or 6th grader. With this indicator, our goal is to reach the Asian average by 2030 and the international average by 2035. The educational program will be developed in this direction.

A conceptual framework has been developed to express and include national heritage and culture in the curriculum. For example, the current "Core Curriculum" will be turned into a "National Curriculum."

The theoretical basis of the curriculum suggests that the "Core Curriculum" is developed in a way that informs students, in places like the USA and Canada, which consist of multiple ethnicities, it acts as a base knowledge. Each state has a curriculum tailored to its specific characteristics. But in countries dominated by a single ethnicity, such as Japan, Korea, Singapore, they implement a National Curriculum. It is a program aimed at creating a citizen of that nation. This is the reason it is being named the "National Curriculum."

Implementing a Program to Develop the Innovation Ecosystem in Cooperation with the Kyrgyz Republic

Published: Tue, 13 Aug 2024 | Translated from: unuudur.mn

Minister of Digital Development, Innovation, and Communications Ts. Baatarkhuu received the Ambassador of the Kyrgyz Republic to Mongolia, A. Artykbaev.

At the beginning of the meeting, Minister Ts. Baatarkhuu expressed his pleasure at Ambassador A. Artykbaev's acceptance of the invitation and his attendance. During the meeting, he highlighted, "Our two countries share a long history of diplomatic relations and partnerships, which have expanded significantly in recent years thanks to mutual visits.

For the first time in history, Mongolia now has a parliament with 126 members and a coalition government formed by three parties. Our ministry's duties have increased in terms of developing innovation and its ecosystem, having expanded into the Ministry of Digital Development, Innovation, and Communications. In this context, we are ready to share our experiences on cybersecurity, implement a joint program to develop the innovation ecosystem, and collaborate on sharing Mongolia's good digital practices, such as the e-Barimt and e-Mongolia platforms."

Ambassador A. Artykbaev from the Kyrgyz Republic expressed his gratitude for the reception and congratulated on Mongolia's successful participation in the parliamentary elections and the appointment to the significant position of Minister of Digital Development, Innovation, and Communications.

He noted, "We are working to expand cooperation in the fields of culture, economy, and trade. Over the past year, we have organized three high-level state visits, which included several agreements related to trade and economic issues. The meeting of the Intergovernmental Commission of Kyrgyzstan is scheduled to be held in Bishkek this coming October. We look forward to your participation in the commission's meeting and discussions with the Minister of Digital Development of the Kyrgyz Republic on potential opportunities in your area of responsibility."

During the Intergovernmental Commission meeting, the Ministry of Digital Development, Innovation, and Communications of Mongolia plans to collaborate with the Kyrgyz Republic to enhance human resources in cybersecurity, increase awareness and understanding, and ensure the cybersecurity of critical information infrastructures.

Health

The Natural Focal Point of Plague in the Border Area of Sükhbaatar, Bayan-Ölgii Province is Highly Active

Published: Tue, 13 Aug 2024 | Translated from: ikon.mn

The National Center for Zoonotic Disease Investigation (NCZDI) reported on the outbreak investigation conducted in the natural focal point of the plague.

Specifically, a joint team consisting of experts from the NCZDI, the Bayan-Ölgii Province Zoonotic Disease Investigation Team, the Plague Research Institute of Irkutsk, Russia, and the Altai Plague Control Station worked in Bayan-Ölgii Province.

The perimeter of Sükhbaatar near the borders of Ulaan-Khus, Nogoonnuur, and Bugat soums, and the Tsagaannuur settlement in the province, was subject to a 21-day investigative study starting July 15.

The focal point survey covered 2,245 square kilometers out of which 12 percent, or 252 square kilometers, continued to show plague enzootic activity.

It was warned that the natural focal point of plague in the border area of Sükhbaatar is highly active.

The results of the survey were presented to A. Kamilyat, the governor of the province, along with recommendations for risk mitigation measures, and a discussion was organized for the special commission members.

Local radio also broadcasted alerts on the current situation of the plague disease and prevention measures.

The Government Covers Health Insurance Premiums for 104,441 Parents Raising Their Children Up to Two Years Old

Published: Tue, 13 Aug 2024 | Translated from: ikon.mn

The Ministry of Health is providing statistical information on health insurance income and coverage.

As of the first month of this year, the government has covered the health insurance premiums for 104,441 parents raising their children up to two years old or twins up to three years old.

Last year, there was information about 9,384 sets of twins growing up in Ulaanbaatar city.

Source: Ministry of Health

Note: Media organizations (TV, Radio, Social, and Web pages) must cite the source (ikon.mn) when using our information in any form, fully or partially.

Payment for Tests Not Included in the Early Detection Package

Published: Tue, 13 Aug 2024 | Translated from: news.mn

Since 2019, Mongolia has been providing free early detection tests for every citizen. It is estimated that approximately 70 billion MNT is spent annually from the state budget on this activity. The first cycle of early detection and testing concluded on July 1 of this year. Therefore, here is the information provided by D. Bayarbold, Director of the Public Health Department of the Ministry of Health.

According to the resolution of the National Council for Health Insurance, the legal framework has been established for early detection and examination to be done once every two years. From May 1, 2022 to the present, a total of 1,368,000 citizens, or 40.6% of the population, have been covered by early detection and examination. Of these, 50.8% are in Ulaanbaatar, and 49.2% are in rural areas. The leading causes of common illnesses are diseases of the digestive system, urinary and reproductive systems, and cardiovascular diseases. During this period, more than 8000 cases of both malignant and benign tumors have been detected and referred to reference-level hospitals for confirmation and diagnosis. Citizens who consider themselves relatively healthy usually participate in early detection and examinations, which cover six types of tests.

The package for children aged 0-18 is conducted at primary healthcare facilities, while citizens over 18 are tested at reference-level healthcare facilities or district, aimag hospitals, and specialized hospitals under the Ministry of Health.

The latest amendments by the National Health Insurance Council opened the possibility for primary healthcare facilities, such as soum and family health centers, to conduct early detection and examination for citizens aged 18-30. However, primary healthcare facilities still lack the conditions to carry out the full range of early detection and examinations. Therefore, there are opportunities to undergo early detection and testing at health facilities contracted with the General Agency for Health Insurance. Prior to launching early detection and examinations, the Ministry of Health established Health Promotion Centers in 20 aimags and two soums' hospitals. These centers also provide full services.

Citizens covered by health insurance are not charged for early detection and examination, but if they wish to undergo additional tests not included in the package, they will pay the additional fees according to the hospital's tariff.

Furthermore, as of March 30, 2024, the Ministry of Health has been deploying mobile hospitals to rural areas to organize early detection and examination. Currently, mobile teams are operating in four directions: teams led by the Third State Central Hospital in the western aimags, teams led by the Second State Central Hospital in the central aimags of Arkhangai, Övörkhangai, and Bayankhongor, teams led by the First Hospital in the Gobi region, and teams from the Military Central Hospital in eastern aimags. This was necessary due to the recent dzud (harsh winter) conditions to ensure accessibility to herders. Additionally, some remote citizens cannot come to aimag centers for tests.

The budget has been allocated to allow citizens to fully participate in early detection and examination every two years, and hospitals conducting the tests submit claims to the Health Insurance Agency based on their performance.

Information about the nearest hospitals is available through family healthcare providers. Therefore, citizens can obtain information from the Ministry of Health's and health facilities' websites. A total of six examination packages are available.

Study: One in Five People in Mongolia Have Some Form of Allergy

Published: Tue, 13 Aug 2024 | Translated from: itoim.mn

According to the World Allergy Organization (WAO), it has been established that 30-40% of the global population has some type of allergy. However, a study conducted by the Allergy Researchers Association in our country found that one in five people has an allergy, with the most common being plant allergies.

The National Center for Dermatology has defined plant allergies as a phenomenon where the nasal mucosa responds very sensitively to external factors caused by mugwort, ragweed, dust, and other various plants.

If one parent has an allergy, there is a 50% chance for their child to have an allergy; if both parents have allergies, the probability increases to 75%. Additionally, factors like living environment with dust, air pollution, usage of antibiotics by children, and diet increase the likelihood of developing allergies. The following factors contribute to the development of allergies:

· Pollen from plants

· Animal fur

· Dust, fungus

· Medicines and pharmaceutical products

· Certain types of food

· Perfume, hair dye

· Household chemicals

The consequences of allergies not only cause unpleasant feelings but also significantly impact physical and mental health, daily activities, and financial stability. 82% of people with allergies experience emotional changes such as insomnia.

Plant allergies occur from April to September each year, with July and August being the peak periods of pollen dissemination. During this time, allergies to ragweed and mugwort increase intensively.

Adhering to a dietary regime before the allergy season or during its peak can prevent the allergy from worsening.

Foods to avoid during allergies include koumiss, honey, peanuts, watermelon, oranges, apples, pears, plums, peaches, raw carrots, tomatoes, peppers, coriander, eggs, peas, and others. The flare-up of plant allergies tends to be most intense between 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM and from 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM, so it is advised by the National Center for Dermatology to avoid going outside during these periods.

Sports

22 Billion MNT Allocated for the Paris Olympics

Published: Tue, 13 Aug 2024 | Translated from: gogo.mn

22 billion MNT has been allocated in this year's state budget for the Paris Olympics.

The National Selection Committee for preparing for the "Paris 2024" Summer Olympics and Paralympics as well as the "Milan 2026" Winter Olympics and Paralympics has been announced by the State Committee on Physical Training and Sports. Athletes in the selection team preparing for the Olympics have received a total monthly salary of 300 million MNT.

The Mongolian national team participated in the 33rd Summer Olympics with a team of 32 athletes, concluding the competition with one silver medal.

Since the Athens Olympics in 2004, this has been the Olympic Games with the fewest medals for the Mongolian team:

Athens 2004 - 1
Beijing 2008 - 4
London 2012 - 5
Rio 2016 - 2
Tokyo 2020 - 4

Arts

Most Museum Buildings Have Become Incapable of Preserving Cultural Heritage

Published: Tue, 13 Aug 2024 | Translated from: news.mn

In Mongolia, the majority of museum buildings, accounting for 70-80%, are outdated and do not meet the standards for preserving cultural heritage.

Specifically, buildings constructed with stone in the 1940s do not meet modern standards for housing museum collections, requiring all of them to be renovated. In line with this, phased work to renovate museum infrastructure is underway. For example, the Bogd Khan Palace Museum was last restored in 1961-1962. Beginning in 2022, the "Enerjin" company, in collaboration with cultural heritage and architectural restoration experts from India and South Korea, started restoration work.

The restoration is scheduled to be completed in August.

Additionally, the Choijin Lama Temple Museum lacks dedicated facilities that comply with international standards for preserving its collections. There has been a longstanding discussion about creating a facility designed to preserve exhibits and cultural heritage in their current state over the long term. The museum administration has also highlighted the need for an exhibition hall that ensures visitor comfort, but work has been stalled. Officials indicated that there would be gradual efforts to modernize museum facilities and construct buildings that meet the standards for preserving and protecting cultural heritage.

Moreover, Mongolia faces a shortage of specialized professionals in preserving, protecting, and restoring museum heritage. Therefore, training programs have been initiated to enhance human resources in this field. One such initiative includes a training program on "Cultural Heritage Preservation, Protection, Sustainable Environment, Biological Damage, and Risk Prevention" conducted in collaboration with the "Chinggis Khaan" National Museum and the National University of Gongju in South Korea, aimed at empowering museum officials. There is also a focus on encouraging students to study this field at universities.

B. Jargal, Curator of the Umnugovi Aimag Museum: "The Umnugovi Aimag Museum was established in 1948. Recently, in 2022, we moved into a new building for the museum, which has improved the conditions for preserving and protecting cultural heritage. There are specialists for preserving and protecting cultural heritage, and they regularly attend professional training. The Umnugovi Aimag Museum has over 4,000 exhibits, and we enrich our collection annually. Ethnographic and religious artifacts are common here," he said.

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Health

The Natural Focal Point of Plague in the Border Area of Sükhbaatar, Bayan-Ölgii Province is Highly Active

The Government Covers Health Insurance Premiums for 104,441 Parents Raising Their Children Up to Two Years Old

Payment for Tests Not Included in the Early Detection Package

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Arts

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