Jan 26, 2025 55 min read Daily News Summaries

Mongolia News Summary for January 26, 2025

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Politics

Will the Parliament Call an Extraordinary Session?

Published: 2025-01-25 | Translated from: news.mn

The regular autumn session of the parliament closed yesterday, but it is possible that an extraordinary session could be called. The government has set a goal to implement 14 mega projects over the next four years. Although the parliament has passed laws related to three major projects initially proposed, another project related to the construction of a cross-border railway at the Gashuunsukhait-Gantsmod port needs parliamentary approval. There are also other projects waiting to be discussed and approved due to current requirements. The government has submitted this request to the Speaker of Parliament. According to the law, the Speaker of Parliament has the authority to convene an extraordinary session. As stipulated in the law regarding the State Great Khural of Mongolia, the spring session of Parliament is scheduled to open on March 15 of next year. However, it is possible that some work will be delayed until then, creating the need to convene an extraordinary session beforehand. The first parliament formed as a result of the ninth parliamentary election, consisting of 126 members, held sessions for 81 days during the regular autumn session, passing 8 independent laws, 29 amendments to existing laws, 7 laws regarding the ratification of international treaties, conventions, and agreements, and 8 laws deemed null and void, totaling 52 laws, along with 57 resolutions of Parliament. Notably, it managed to pass laws required to advance long-stalled mega projects.

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Draft of Amended Law on Freedom of Media Submitted to Parliament

Published: 2025-01-25 | Translated from: gogo.mn

O. Altangerel, a member of the State Great Khural and Minister of Justice and Internal Affairs, submitted the draft of the amended Law on Freedom of Media to the Chairman of the State Great Khural, D. Amarbayasgalan. The draft of the amendment incorporates the fundamental concepts presented in the current effective Law on Freedom of Media, while also including several new principles. The purpose of these changes was explained in detail. For instance, in order to ensure the uniform application of the law, definitions related to journalistic professional activities have been aligned with international trends, the domestic legal framework, and the specific scientific discipline of the field. Additionally, the bill specifies the purpose and types of media organizations, and includes provisions related to the transparency of ownership to foster responsible journalism and support plurality of viewpoints. It also contains provisions to secure the right of media organizations and journalists to protect their sources. According to the statement from the State Great Khural’s Media Department, O. Altangerel emphasized that the Ministry of Justice and Internal Affairs had discussions on the draft with groups whose interests could potentially be impacted, conducting a total of four consultations and incorporating their suggestions.

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D. Nyamjav to be tried next Monday for allegedly collaborating with foreign intelligence agency

Published: 2025-01-25 | Translated from: isee.mn

Previously, we reported that Mongolian citizen D. Nyamjav was implicated in a case involving collaboration with a foreign intelligence agency. The trial for this case has been scheduled for next Monday, January 27. The Ulaanbaatar prosecutor's office has charged D. Nyamjav under Article 19.4-1 of the Criminal Law, which pertains to a citizen of Mongolia agreeing to work with a foreign intelligence agency, cooperating with them, stealing, collecting, storing, or passing on state secrets, information, documents, or objects intended for transfer to a foreign organization or individual.

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Investigating E. Uuganbayar, the CEO of State-Owned 'Erdenes Alt Resource,' Who Valued His Life at 3 Billion and Insured Himself for 30 Million

Published: 2025-01-25 | Translated from: isee.mn

High-ranking officials of state-owned companies and enterprises are often involved in corruption and abuse of office. Meanwhile, these legal entities frequently operate at a loss. According to the end-of-year financial report for 2023, 43% of state-owned and state-participated legal entities operated at a loss. As a result, there is an effort to stop the practice of having multiple government organizations exercise shareholder rights in a single state-owned company. This aims to clarify the principle of shareholder rights implementation and dividend distribution as determined by a specific state administrative central organization or a state administrative organization responsible for state property matters, as clarified by N. Uchral, the head of the Cabinet Secretariat of the Government. In this context, it has come to light that the director of "Erdenes Alt Resource" LLC, a subsidiary within the "Erdenes Mongol" group engaged in mining, has insured his life for 30 million MNT using state funds while valuing it at 3 billion MNT. Member of Parliament Ö. Shijir highlighted this case, pointing out that the director insured himself for 30 million MNT at the expense of the organization. This raises serious questions about which official used state funds to insure their life at such an amount. According to sources, E. Uuganbayar, the director of the state-owned "Erdenes Alt Resource" LLC, insured himself with "Munkh" Insurance company, valuing his life at 3 billion MNT and insuring himself for 30 million MNT using the company's money. Due to this unusual circumstance, a legal investigation has been initiated. Additionally, it is worth noting that "Erdenes Alt Resource" LLC, formerly known as "Erdenes Silver Resource," has also been involved in high-profile cases. For instance, the former executive director of "Erdenes Silver Resource" LLC, Ts. Mönkhbayar, was implicated in a case involving the acceptance of 2.7 billion MNT in bribes from a certain company in exchange for implementing official duties and money laundering, for which the legal oversight authorities have conducted an investigation and imposed penalties.

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The Appeal Hearing of Ch. Gankhuyag and Others, Postponed Thrice, to Be Held on Wednesday

Published: 2025-01-25 | Translated from: isee.mn

The appeal hearing of the criminal case involving "Ard Financial Group" director Ch. Gankhuyag and others, who were fined by a first-instance court for causing bodily harm to another, has been postponed three times. Specifically, the court proceedings were repeatedly delayed at the request of the defendants. However, the trial for this case is scheduled to take place next Wednesday at the Criminal Appeals Court of the Capital City. Judge G. Ganbaatar of the Capital City Criminal Appeals Court will preside over the case, while State Prosecutor N. Bulganchimeg will participate as the public prosecutor. To recall the details of the case: Ard Financial Group director Ch. Gankhuyag and his brother B. Zolboo were accused of assaulting a woman, knocking out seven of her teeth and beating her to the point of blinding her, in December 2022. The prosecutor's office filed charges and transferred the case to the court. The First Instance Criminal Court of Sukhbaatar District deliberated on the case and fined B. Zolboo 4 million tugriks and Ch. Gankhuyag 1 million 350 thousand tugriks.

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REVIEW: Farewell to Mongolia's First President P. Ochirbat

Published: 2025-01-25 | Translated from: gogo.mn

A summary of notable events that occurred over the past week is presented. FAREWELL TO MONGOLIA'S FIRST PRESIDENT P. OCHIRBAT A state ceremony was held yesterday to pay respects to the late Punsalmaagiin Ochirbat, Mongolia's first president and a prominent public figure. U. Khurelsukh: The memories of meeting the first president, the wise elder, remain vivid. Heads of state sent messages of condolence to the late President P. Ochirbat. The School of Geology and Mining of the Mongolian University of Science and Technology was named after the first President P. Ochirbat. A street was also named in honor of Mongolia's first President P. Ochirbat. 365 DAYS SPENT ON THE "STREET" A year ago, when we met (the previous interview can be read HERE), he was expecting, and his son was just two months in the womb. Today, the boy has been born into the world for five months and is growing healthily. A cycle of 365 days has passed since the formation of a life and the birth of a person into the world. THE URANIUM PROJECT CLOSES THE AUTUMN SESSION Today's meeting of the State Great Khural ended. Thus, the first autumn regular session of the parliament, formed as a result of the 9th State Great Khural elections, concluded after 81 days, with the passing of 8 independent laws, a total of 52 laws, and 57 resolutions of the State Great Khural. L. Oyun-Erdene: I do not deny that there might have been external influence when signing mega development project agreements. Prime Minister L. Oyun-Erdene, during the general meeting of the State Great Khural, stated, "I do not deny that there might have been many influencing activities, such as organizing protests and sending messages from unregistered foreign numbers, during the periods when the Uranium agreement and the agreement to connect the railway at Gashuunsukhait-Ganqmod were being signed. It cannot be denied that this was an effort to influence public opinion." DO YOU SUPPORT EXTENDING THE LUNAR NEW YEAR HOLIDAY? This year, the Lunar New Year's second day falls on March 1st. Holidays will be from March 1-3. Since March 1st and 2nd fall on holidays, some people want the Lunar New Year holiday extended considering the travel to meet families in the countryside. Therefore, Member of Parliament, Minister of Family, Labor, and Social Protection L. Enkh-Amgalan announced that he is preparing a proposal for a ten-day public holiday around the Lunar New Year. In this proposal, unnecessary days from the total 16 days of public holiday will be removed, and only major holidays like the Naadam festival and Lunar New Year will have extended holidays. The draft of the law is to be presented to the cabinet meeting next Wednesday. The autumn session of the Great Khural will end today. The spring session will start after the Lunar New Year, allowing the discussion of this draft law after the holiday. In this case, the government would need to issue an order to extend the Lunar New Year holiday for this year. SCHEDULE OF PUBLIC HOLIDAYS THIS YEAR The Lunar New Year celebration begins on March 1st, which is the second day of the lunar calendar. "Over the next 100 years, there will be three instances where the first day of the Lunar New Year does not coincide."

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Economy

Discussion on Current Tax System and the Need for Reform

Published: 2025-01-25 | Translated from: itoim.mn

The series of discussions on “The Current Status and Need for Reform of the Tax System in Mongolia” will be organized by the Standing Committee on Budget and the working group established under the Resolution No. 292 of 2024 by the Speaker of the State Great Hural. These discussions will take place on January 28 and 30, 2025, at the State Palace. Citizens, legal entities, and representatives of media organizations are invited to participate. Registration will be open until 5:00 PM on January 27 and 29, 2025. Representatives of legal entities and citizens can register by scanning the QR code below with their surname, name, and contact phone number, or by calling the hotline at 262528. The participants will be confirmed on a first-come, first-served basis, and once registration is complete, the names will be published on the State Great Hural’s website www.parliament.mn. As per the “Regulations on Protection and Services of the State Palace of Mongolia,” participants will be allowed to enter the State Palace in formal or national dress based on their citizen identification.

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Trade Development Bank Participates in the World Economic Forum

Published: 2025-01-25 | Translated from: ikon.mn

The 55th annual meeting of the World Economic Forum is being held from January 20 to 24 in Davos-Klosters, Switzerland. Representing the Trade and Development Bank (TDB) are the Chairman of the Board Randolph Koppa and Deputy CEO N. Sergelen. As an internationally recognized bank, TDB has been working in partnership with the World Economic Forum since 2010. In June 2023, at the Summer Davos forum, TDB became the first from Mongolia to establish an official partnership agreement. TDB's Chairman of the Board, Randolph Koppa, CEO O. Orkhon, and the founder of the World Economic Forum, Dr. Klaus Schwab, signed the official partnership agreement in Dalian, China, in 2023. This year's World Economic Forum hosts around three thousand delegates from over 130 countries and more than 350 senior government officials. Under the theme "Cooperation in the Age of Smartness," the summit focuses on rapid climate change as a global issue and discusses new solutions and proposals for energy production, technological development, economics, and cooperation. TDB has joined the UN's 17 Sustainable Development Goals and aims to become a "green bank" supporting renewable energy. The bank has also expressed its commitment to providing two billion dollars in sustainable financing to its clients by 2030 during the World Economic Forum. Thus, TDB's participation as an official partner organization in the World Economic Forum is a significant step toward introducing the country to global investors and entrepreneurs, enhancing and solidifying the reputation of both the bank and Mongolia in the international market. TOGETHER FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
TRADE AND DEVELOPMENT BANK Warning: Media organizations (Television, Radio, Social, and Web pages) must always cite the source (ikon.mn) when using our information in any form, either in full or in part.

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Welcome 2025 Trade Fair Begins This Wednesday

Published: 2025-01-25 | Translated from: gogo.mn

The registration for the "Welcome 2025" trade fair, organized annually on the initiative of the Mayor of the Capital City as part of the Lunar New Year celebrations, is currently underway. The trade fair will be held from January 29 to February 27, 2025, at the "Ikh Nayad" shopping center and will last for one month. Manufacturers from nine districts of the capital city and 21 provinces will be able to participate in this trade fair without paying rent and can sell their products at factory prices. Participants from the capital can register at the Small and Medium Enterprise Development Center of the nine districts, and participants from rural areas can register through the SME specialists of the Governor's Administration of the respective provinces to take part in the trade fair. For more detailed information, you can call 11-318547. Source: Capital City Small and Medium Enterprise Support Center

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BTI F LLC brings Jack Wolfskin, Mont-bell, Guess, Liu Jo, Rdy brands to Zaisan

Published: 2025-01-25 | Translated from: ikon.mn

BTI F LLC has been delivering world-famous clothing brands to consumers in Mongolia as an official distributor since 2005, thus creating a 20-year history. In Ulaanbaatar, we serve our consumers with 23 branch stores of more than 20 brands, including Liu Jo, Guess, Reebok, Adidas, Jack Wolfskin, Mont-bell, Canada Goose, Crocs, Levi’s, Martens, and New Era. BTI F LLC has opened five stores of the famous German travel brand Jack Wolfskin, Japanese travel brand Mont-bell, British iconic brand Guess, Italian fashion representative Liu Jo, and BTF’s next new project Rdy, RDy kids MULTI in a new location in Ulaanbaatar, Skywing Center at Zaisan. Congratulations on the official opening of their 5 new branch stores to bring these brands closer to the customers located in Zaisan. Loyal customers of BTF are welcome to visit the Liu Jo, Guess, Jack Wolfskin, Mont-bell, Rdy, and RDy kids MULTI brand stores located at Skywing Center for more details. Address: Turn right at the Zaisan intersection and go 200 meters to SKYWING CENTER. BUILD A CONFIDENT DAY EVERY DAY BTF Note: Media organizations (Television, Radio, Social and Web pages) are kindly reminded to cite their source (ikon.mn) when using our information in any form or part.

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Diplomacy

Mongolia and Turkey Upgrade Their 'Partnership' to 'Strategic Partnership', President R.T. Erdoğan to Visit Mongolia

Published: 2025-01-25 | Translated from: isee.mn

President U. Khurelsukh of Mongolia recently visited Turkey, strengthening ties between the two countries by upgrading their relationship to a "strategic partnership." During this visit, officials from both nations signed 11 agreements covering education, environment, culture, health, foreign relations, and transportation. This step marks a significant enhancement of the bilateral relationship. The notion of a "partnership" has several levels in diplomatic relations, and this move advances Mongolia's relationship with Turkey by three levels, bringing it up to the "strategic partnership" level. This makes Turkey the ninth country with which Mongolia has established such a partnership, joining the ranks of the United States, Japan, South Korea, and Germany. President Erdoğan expressed his desire to visit Mongolia soon in response to President Khurelsukh's visit. The anticipation is that Erdoğan may visit Mongolia for a state visit by 2025. This diplomatic exchange also coincides with the 55th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Mongolia and Turkey, marking the first Mongolian presidential visit to Turkey in 21 years. Turkey is a significant member of NATO and is strategically located at the crossroads of Asia and Europe. It shares borders with eight countries and has a population of over 85 million. The ruling party in Turkey, the Justice and Development Party, has been in power since 2002, with President Erdoğan at its helm. Turkey has shown strong economic growth, ranking 17th in the world, and aims to continue this trajectory by focusing on free-market economic policies. However, Turkey has not yet become a member of the European Union.

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Hamas Group Announces Names of Next Hostages to Be Released

Published: 2025-01-25 | Translated from: montsame.mn

The Hamas group announced on Friday the names of four Israeli women who will be exchanged during the second exchange under the ceasefire agreement in the Gaza Strip. The group stated that Karina Ariev, Daniella Gilboa, Naama Levi, and Liri Albag would be released. These four women are Israeli soldiers who were taken hostage from the "Nahal Oz" base in southern Israel during an attack by Hamas on October 7, 2023. The office of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu confirmed that it had received the list of names from mediators and would respond later. The exchange is expected to begin on Saturday afternoon. On the first day of the ceasefire, January 19, Hamas released three Israeli women, while Israel released 90 Palestinian prisoners in return. In the initial phase of the ceasefire agreement, it is planned that in return for the release of Palestinian prisoners held in Israeli prisons, the Hamas group will release 33 hostages, increase humanitarian aid, and withdraw Israeli troops from some parts of the Gaza Strip.

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Russia and Ukraine Exchanged Bodies of Deceased Soldiers

Published: 2025-01-25 | Translated from: news.mn

Russia and Ukraine exchanged the bodies of 806 deceased soldiers on Friday. Specifically, Moscow received 49 bodies, while the Ukrainian side retrieved 451 bodies from the "Donetsk operational area." This exchange highlights the fierce battles near Pokrovsk city, a major mining and transportation hub, according to Russian parliament member Shamsoil Saraliev as reported by the RBC news site. Pokrovsk had approximately 60,000 residents but suffered significant damage due to prolonged shelling over several months. Additionally, Ukraine retrieved the bodies of 34 soldiers who died in the war in the Kursk region last August from a Russian territory burial site. This exchange on Friday marks the fifth swap involving 500 or more military bodies between the two countries since October of last year. The number of military casualties remains a state secret for both countries, though Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stated last month that 43,000 Ukrainian soldiers have died and 370,000 have been wounded since 2022. Experts believe the real numbers are higher. The Moscow authorities have not reported the actual number of Russian casualties. However, independent information from the "Mediazona" news website suggests that 90,000 Russian service members have died on the front since February 2022. SOURCE: THE MOSCOW TIMES

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Infrastructure

Park Construction on the Site of "Urt Tsagaan" to Begin in March

Published: 2025-01-25 | Translated from: gogo.mn

The "Urt Tsagaan" trade and service center building is set to be demolished in January 2024, and the construction of an underground parking-equipped park was initiated in September. As of today, the work on the underground parking is 95% complete. The landscaping of the park will commence in March next year. B. Tegshbayar, CEO of "Bodi Properties" LLC, stated: "A park with five blocks of underground garages will be built on the site of Urt Tsagaan. Currently, the iron and concrete structures of an underground garage with parking for 109 cars are fully completed, with the overall project being 95% complete. The construction of the park is suitable to start when it begins to warm up, which is around March. Therefore, from March onwards, we will start building the green spaces, pedestrian paths, and fountains. Our company plans to continuously work towards opening this park by summer, and more than 4400 people are working on the project at various times," he said. When we visited, the steelwork for the columns of a four-story service building for tourists, including the lower B1 floor, was being constructed. Due to building in the cold season, technology to retain heat is used to prevent the deterioration of concrete quality. The building under construction has a dimension of 30x32 meters and will occupy 10% of the entire park area.

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Society

Increase the Number of Tourists Visiting the Gobi and Improve Quality and Accessibility

Published: 2025-01-25 | Translated from: montsame.mn

Dalanzadgad. A working group led by the Governor of Ömnögovi aimag organized a meeting with representatives of the "Environment and Tourism Sector" operating in the local area on January 24. Over 70 industry participants attended the meeting, where they were briefed on the current state of the Gobi tourism sector and on policies and programs to be implemented in the future. The participants expressed their commitment to increasing the number of tourists visiting the Gobi region and improving quality and accessibility by collaborating with residents and enterprises. Additionally, Dalanzadgad city governor Ts. Denendorj emphasized the importance of developing policies to enhance the quality of services and products for tourists arriving in Dalanzadgad, thereby increasing sales and enhancing the overall benefits of the tourism industry. There are about 60 enterprises that regularly operate in the tourism sector throughout Ömnögovi aimag. Approximately 4,000 foreign and domestic tourists are received annually. Therefore, it was advised to focus on improving the service quality standards of these enterprises, expanding travel routes, and regularly organizing events and attractions reflecting the unique characteristics of the Gobi. This is crucial for increasing the number of tourists visiting the Gobi. Furthermore, it was announced that policies and plans will be developed and supported to allow enterprises and residents to earn income from tourism.

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Citizens are gathering on horseback

Published: 2025-01-25 | Translated from: news.mn

The "Horse Rider Mongolia" rally is taking place today, Saturday. This rally aims to address issues such as horse culture, the Dunjingarav spring horse race, the rights and interests of jockey children and trainers, the herding population, and Mongolian heritage and culture. Participants are encouraged to come dressed in traditional Mongolian clothing and ride Mongolian horses.

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Discussion Organized in Bayan-Ölgii

Published: 2025-01-25 | Translated from: montsame.mn

Ölgii, January 25, 2025. Under the initiative of the chairman of the Bayan-Ölgii Province Local Citizens' Representative Khural, A. Bегарыс, a discussion titled "Let's Make the Rights of People with Disabilities Real and Bring About Bold Changes" was jointly organized by governmental and non-governmental organizations. The discussion aimed to make the rights and social participation of people with disabilities into practical work, to identify and solve the issues they face, to explore solutions, to detect developmental delays in children with disabilities early, and to determine the current circumstances of inclusive education, child protection, development, and participation. It also aimed to discuss the actions and policies that the government at the local level can develop and implement. Representatives from governmental and non-governmental organizations working to support the rights and participation of people with disabilities, as well as parents, guardians, and representatives of people with disabilities, participated in the discussion and exchanged information.

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Fire at Shopping Center Burns 15%

Published: 2025-01-25 | Translated from: news.mn

A fire call was registered yesterday at 08:08 at the "Big" building materials shopping center located in the eastern front of the triangular bridge, 20th khoroo, Bayangol District of the capital city. According to the report, over 50 personnel and more than 10 pieces of equipment from the emergency management agency worked and completely extinguished the fire by 10:40. This shopping center covers an area of 2,300 square meters and hosts over 150 tenants selling building materials, of which approximately 15 percent was affected by the fire. The emergency personnel were able to stop the spread of the fire in a short time and completely extinguished it, thereby saving 85 percent of the shopping center's property, valued preliminarily at three billion tugriks, and rescued three individuals from the smoke-affected area, as stated by the NEMA. Emergency management and police officers are working to determine the cause of the fire.

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Riders Demand the Revival of the Spring "Dunjingarav" Horse Race

Published: 2025-01-25 | Translated from: gogo.mn

Riders are peacefully protesting at Sukhbaatar Square, having started at the "Dunjingarav" shopping center. They have named their protest "Moriton," and it was announced that Kh. Lkhagvasuren, a singer from the band "Kharanga," and the horse trainer Ulaankhuu, would participate. The protesters have made it clear that they do not intend to express any political stance. Instead, they are delivering a demand to the government to revive the "Dunjingarav" race, which is the spring horse racing event. The reason is that organizing horse races in the winter is considered highly risky and violates the rights of child jockeys. Due to these concerns, the Children's Rights Commission raised the issue, leading to the ban of the "Dunjingarav" race since 2018.

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Riders Protest to Revive the Spring Horse Race in the Central Square

Published: 2025-01-25 | Translated from: isee.mn

The "Moriton" protest, demanding the revival of the "Dunjingarav" race, or the spring horse race, is ongoing in the Central Square. Participants in the protest include the singer Kh. Lkhagvasuren from the "Kharanga" band and horse trainer E. Ulaankhuu, among others. The protesters are not only demanding the revival of the spring horse race but are also opposing the "No Naadam" movement. The protest is scheduled to continue until 5:00 PM.

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PHOTO: Approximately 1,000 Horse Riders March Peacefully Calling for the Revival of the Spring Race to Preserve Culture

Published: 2025-01-25 | Translated from: ikon.mn

The "Horseman of Mongolia for Mongolian Heritage" peaceful march was held in the central square of the capital. About 1,000 people, including horse trainers and youth promoting horse culture, gathered for this peaceful demonstration. Dressed in traditional Mongolian attire, participants attended with their horses, urging for the revival of the spring horse race. Horse racing commentator M. Oyunbaatar stated, “The aim of this demonstration is not only to revive the spring horse race. In the People's Republic of China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, a horse race is planned for February 17 in Hulunbuir. The event will showcase many aspects of horse culture to tourists from around the world, including herding competitions, traditional clothing festivals, and demonstrations of how Mongolian nomadic homes are used in winter. Recently, during a UNESCO meeting, the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region managed to register the Lunar New Year celebration as part of the cultural heritage. They are conveying to the world that the origins of attire like deel, which are inherently Mongolian, are not Mongolian. However, we do nothing during winter. Let us carry our distinctive culture as Mongolians. I support opening the spring race. It can be held securely and well-organized in each province, each district, on a specific day without issues. Meanwhile, participants at the peaceful demonstration expressed, "It is not about racing the horses, but about the cultural heritage that is important. To destroy a country, the first thing is to eradicate its culture. Horse trainers are the bearers of heritage. Today, these bearers of culture have united with their hearts. It was a tradition for pastoral people to celebrate the New Year in the spring's first month. Thus, our goal is to revive practices done in their appropriate seasons. In January 2019, during a regular government meeting, a draft resolution to ban horse racing in winter and spring was approved. This resolution prohibits organizing horse races between November 1 and May 1 each year."

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Horse-mounted Mongolian or "Horseless" Mongolian?

Published: 2025-01-25 | Translated from: news.mn

Hello, did you hear that they are thinking of reviving winter and spring horse races, with what they call a parade of horse riding culture? For more than ten years, arguing that holding horse races in winter and spring violates children's rights, we have struggled to discern right from wrong during this time. It's challenging, no doubt. The head of the executive branch said it's challenging, as deciding whether to carry on Mongolian culture is genuinely difficult at this time. However, as humans once left the cave by lighting a fire, there must be a way to tackle the hard questions, such as whether we are horse-mounted Mongolians or "horseless" Mongolians. In 2019, the government firmly decided to prohibit horse racing from November 1 to May 1. Before the firm decision, the matter of racing or not racing horses for five years was debated. But the "one side of the pancake" was examined and argued from the view of the children's rights convention and the intolerable forms of child labor. Protecting children has a romantic feel, understandably. However, with a pragmatic approach, things will turn out somewhat differently. In the world, whether in Mongolia or Mozambique, horse riding is not prohibited. The children's rights convention only prohibits, if the life and health of the riding child are directly endangered, through exploitative uses for profit, by illegal betting. In Indonesia and several other countries in the Gulf, there is an age limit declared due to gambling and betting races, necessitating independent decision-making adults to ride the horses. Therefore, a strict age restriction is imposed. According to current Mongolian law, not only is exploitation prohibited, but any gambling is prohibited. Any game must have clear rules. Only if the legal status of associations, trainers, and riders is clarified, and the rules impartially and equally apply, can the race be clear. Horses that do not open up in winter and spring will not excel in summer holidays. To enhance the glory of the Mongolian festival, winter and spring races must be held. But let's clarify the rules. Whether it's the state, an organization responsible for children's rights, or the sports association in question, it should be done. Even representatives of the young riders should participate. Involving various parties and setting clear rules, let's enjoy an accident-free, risk-free winter and spring festival. Horses are a life, livelihood, not only an issue concerning one child. At the same time as the firm government decision, rural herders have become demotivated. I am not the only one saying this. In 2020, a year after the government's decision, the then General Secretary of the MMSC, Ch. Khishigbaatar, stated, "Banning the spring horse racing directly weakens the immunity of national cultural heritage and traditions, leading herders and those engaged in this sector to lose stability of residence in their local areas, preventing the succession of young herders, pushing many young horse riders and trainers to work abroad." Indeed as if to prove this, across the border, in Inner Mongolia, the number of winter and spring races is increasing and has even developed a separate branding for tourism. The strict prohibition decision in Mongolia has turned into a striking idea on the other side, now attracting 17.1 million tourists annually to Inner Mongolia. Last summer, they extravagantly advertised "Go Mongolia." They invited Korean "B-list" actors, models, even "YouTubers" to visit. In 2024, the number of tourists who visited was 727 thousand. Forget the 400 million goal. Instead of spending so much money inefficiently, why not promote your existing culture nearby? Mongolia has a cold, chilly climate for 60% of the 12 months yearly. Let's interweave this with our equestrian culture and attract tourists, strengthening a part of our economy. We are clearly inseparable from our southern neighbors. Let's revive Mongolian tradition before we drift further away due to short-sighted policies, leaving outsiders with something to view and insiders with something to enjoy — this is the "Vision" they talk about. In "Vision-2050," the third stage of the "Nomadic Civilization Mongolia" goal specifies, "We will become a leading country that combines traditional and modern nomadic culture, preserving nomadic civilization." State award-winning poet R. Choinom once wrote, "The sound of Mongolia is not that of engines, but the sound of the dark-eyed ones that enchants mounted youngsters is called Mongolia." Only with Mongolia, horses, and tradition will we, from among the world's 197 countries, distinguish ourselves as Mongolians.

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14 Teams Compete in 'Mazaalai Fest-2025'

Published: 2025-01-25 | Translated from: news.mn

The international ice sculpture competition is being organized for the second time at the National Garden Park between January 23-26, 2025. This event, initiated by the Ministry of Culture, Sports, Tourism, and Youth in 2024, was first held at the Sky Resort ski base as part of the 'SAVE MAZAALAI' initiative, with 24 artists from seven countries participating. This year, under the name 'Mazaalai Fest 2025,' 28 artists from 10 countries, both foreign and Mongolian, are participating as 14 teams. The international ice sculpture competition, held for the second time in Mongolia, includes artists from Russia, China, Malaysia, the Czech Republic, Yakutia, Poland, America, Korea, Mexico, and Mongolia. This event aims not only to promote winter tourism in Mongolia but also to internationally promote the country. The art of ice sculpture began to be recognized in Mongolia in the early 2000s, and today Mongolian artists consistently receive top honors in international competitions, promoting Mongolia with creations that incorporate traditional crafts and design thinking. Mongolian artists not only achieve success in prestigious international competitions but also serve as international judges and organizers. This year, artists are creating works under the theme 'WELCOME TO MONGOLIA,' with each of the 14 teams producing sculptures that express different meanings and concepts.

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Registration for Mothers Receiving the Order of Maternal Glory I and II Begins

Published: 2025-01-25 | Translated from: news.mn

The registration for mothers who are newly eligible to receive the Order of Maternal Glory I and II has begun. Relevant documents will be accepted until February 15 at the local district office. The youngest child must be at least one year old by June 1, 2025. If you have adopted a child or changed the child's name, you must include the certificate of adoption or name change. If the certificate is not available, it is noted to obtain a reference from the State Registration. DOCUMENTS TO PREPARE: 1. Handwritten application: Title the application as "Application to the Office of the President" and briefly introduce yourself, provide your current address, and list your children in order from oldest to youngest, including their occupations or schools. 2. Application form (obtainable from a social worker) 3. If you have obtained a reference from the "E-Mongolia" or Hur systems, notarization is not required. 4. If not obtaining references from "E-Mongolia" or Hur systems: - Notarized copy of the mother's electronic ID - Notarized copies of the children's birth certificates; if any child is an adult, apply notarization to both their ID and birth certificate together. 5. A certificate from the family clinic confirming that children under 18 are growing up healthy; issued on a full A4 sheet of paper. 6. For a child that has reached 16 years old and obtained an ID: - Reference of the citizen's ID - Reference of the birth certificate - If a citizen's ID is ordered, attach the detailed order page.

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SELENGE: Announces Participation in "Orange Day" on the 25th of Every Month

Published: 2025-01-25 | Translated from: montsame.mn

The "Council for Gender Equality" under the Labor and Social Welfare Department of Selenge aimag has announced that it will participate in "Orange Day" on the 25th of each month. This initiative aims to express a commitment to a future free from violence against girls and women, represented by the color orange. Today, the "Council for Gender Equality" organized an "Orange Day" awareness event among its employees. During the event, council member A. Enkh-Amgalan provided insights to employees about the "Law on Ensuring Gender Equality" and the meaning of "Orange Day." Attendees were encouraged to raise their voices and join in combating and preventing all forms of violence against young children, girls, and women, and to change attitudes and perceptions related to these issues. In addition, a knowledge-level assessment regarding gender was conducted among employees, and specialist T. Maralmaa led the team in this initiative.

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Ariunzaya, daughter of late lawyer G. Batbayar: It's very easy to blacken someone's name and tarnish their reputation these days

Published: 2025-01-25 | Translated from: isee.mn

In the 42nd episode of "Line," we invited the daughter of the late lawyer and counsel G. Batbayar to talk. We discussed her ongoing case and the previous cases associated with it, as well as some issues related to her father's case. "You went to the police department yesterday. What exactly happened?" "Yesterday, a traffic cop stopped me while driving my younger sibling. They said I was under surveillance and took me away. Since coming to Mongolia, I only managed to talk with my lawyer. I also spoke with the Human Rights Committee of the Democratic Party. My lawyer had a court case in the province, so I planned to go to the police on Monday. Without going, I can't work or apply for a visa because my personal file shows I'm under surveillance. So, there's no other choice but to resolve this case." "From what you posted on social media, it seems this issue might be related to a case involving the late G. Batbayar. For example, before passing away, your father filed a complaint with the Human Rights Committee of the Democratic Party. He also mentioned that he had sent you abroad because authorities might pressure and investigate you to intimidate him. Did you know about your father's complaint?" "The coffee case happened on March 1, 2022. I grew up very close to my father. At that time, he hugged me with tears in his eyes and said, 'I have only one weakness, and that's you. If they mess with you, I won't be able to do anything.' So, it's clear they are messing with me to get to him." "Many people are aware of the coffee case. You suspect it might have been a political ploy, right?" "Yes, I suspect it." "Has the court finally resolved that case?" "It has been resolved. After it was resolved, I left Mongolia. Then last October, I found out I was under surveillance from the news, and at the time, I thought, 'These media outlets are lying.' I discovered it by searching the national registry. That's how I found out I was linked to a case I shouldn't be linked to." "What would happen if you provided information about that case?" "After the coffee case, people would provoke me by bringing coffee, saying, 'Spill it.' In such situations, I had no choice but to remain silent and passively accept it. Websites like Zarig.mn, Tug.mn, and Örög.mn portrayed me as if I had committed 30 offenses and acts of hooliganism. But those were just car fines. They spread news like I was a rich kid oppressing a poor one. Journalists know very well what they're showing and what's happening. After that news, my father said, 'Now people think you're rich. Now they'll extort money from you.' Just as he said, I got involved in an extortion case. I didn't want to worry my father, so I endured being hit and apologized, saying, 'Don't tell Dad; I don't want to upset him anymore.' My father didn't know about this. He didn’t know a case was opened. This girl said, 'You're involved in the coffee case, who would trust you? If TV calls you, you'll be finished. Your father even more so,' and attacked my mom and me." "Could you provide detailed information about your visit to the police department yesterday?" "I have no problem providing detailed information about this case. However, I don't want to damage the reputation of the police and prosecutor's institutions. So, I think it's better to talk about it after this case concludes." "You were under surveillance by the law enforcement agency, correct?" "Yes. Yesterday, I was identified as a defendant and called in. That's how I found out. Being involved in this case, I feel I now lack the energy and strength to pursue justice for my father. This could be intentional. I'll let the law investigate. This case is just beginning. B. Ariunzaya is targeted as a defendant and under surveillance. If they call me again and somehow take me out, would they say I committed suicide? I have no idea. So, I'm speaking up to protect myself. In my father's complaint with the Democratic Party's Human Rights Committee, it was stated that he was tortured, forced to sign documents, mentally distressed, and evidence was forcibly destroyed, and a fake case was fabricated. After seeing these complaints, I was devastated and cried. I even viewed the autopsy images of my father. So, I thought I'd prepare myself and delay going to the police for a while." "What do you suspect about G. Batbayar's death?" "I believe it is external. I am 100% sure of it. As a victim, I’ll also review the case materials. But before becoming involved as a victim, I need to prepare myself mentally. Just last year, I was still my father's little girl. Now I need psychological support. People who saw the materials about my father's case described it to me vividly, including evidence of torture and his injuries. I need to be well-prepared to face the real picture and all the details. Just imagining it makes me tremble. My father was my reason for living." "If your father were alive yesterday, wouldn't he have been next to you at the police department? Am I right?" "Yes. This year, I am representing Mongolia in a competition, but there's no one to share this news with, making it meaningless. My father wasn't exactly an emotional person, but he was a beacon in the world. Now no one will congratulate me. The main thing is that I've tarnished my father's name in many bad things. Now I want to bring it up in a good thing. My self-blame is terrifying. When my father was alive, I connected many dots leading to several conclusions. But now, if I broadcast this live on television, my life will be in danger. If not me, then my siblings will be at risk as well. I'm in Mongolia now. If I’m killed, so be it. If I'm imprisoned, so be it. Rather than live like this, I'll clear it up and end it. I'm mainly worried about my siblings. When I was detained, I was using my mother's car. At the time, the traffic police said they would impound it. I immediately thought they were searching for documents in my mom's car. Why? Because in December 2023, the police conducted a search in our house without a prosecutor's permission. At that time, my father told me, 'They brought something into the house.' But I don't know politics. My father went through a lot." "What is the current situation of your family?" "It's indescribable. I traveled abroad for a year to maintain my mental health, but I failed. When I learned my father was gone, I fainted immediately. My mother and siblings are struggling too. My younger sibling dreams at night, goes to the window, and calls out to Dad. It's truly difficult." "Thank you for accepting our invitation and talking with us."

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Summary: Issues surrounding the elusive name

Published: 2025-01-25 | Translated from: news.mn

Debates continue over the benefits of the uranium agreement. However, considering the current situation, it might be a way to save our future from suffocating in smog. The "NEWS" agency presents this week's highlight interview. "MONGOLIA WANTS TO SHED ITS IMAGE OF 'UNCERTAINTY'" - Mongolia and France have signed an investment agreement to cooperate in the uranium sector. After over 30 years of discussions, this agreement allows both parties to collaborate mutually beneficially. What benefits will Mongolia gain from this agreement? The investment agreement with the government of France brings several direct and indirect benefits to Mongolia. It is the second-largest investment agreement with a third neighbor after the Oyu Tolgoi investment agreement. The total investment agreement is about 5.2 billion USD. Uranium is an energy source, and its price is rising in the global market. Increasing export products will positively impact Mongolia's economy and increase foreign exchange reserves. Additionally, the law on the Wealth Fund, emerging from the 2019 constitutional amendments, mandates three types of funds: the Savings Fund, the Future Heritage Fund, and the Development Fund. Citizens will benefit from the mining wealth through the Savings Fund. Uranium is a geopolitically significant radioactive mineral. If the uranium agreement had not been politicized and halted in the past 30 years, Mongolia might have led in uranium exports like Kazakhstan and solved its nuclear power plant issues. In the action program of the Mongolian government for 2024-2028, conducting a feasibility study for a nuclear power plant is included, revealing a time-consuming issue that needs addressing, though it's vital to begin this overdue task. Air pollution is a pressing issue today, frustrating citizens. Utilizing nuclear power plants and small to medium-sized nuclear reactors could be a solution. The uranium agreement includes a clause for not spending even a single tugrik from the Mongolian side during its implementation phase. However, "Free cheese is only in a mousetrap," as the saying goes. What is the reason behind not bearing any investment risk or financial responsibility? Investment agreements function like laws and regulations, and Mongolia holds a 10% preferred stock. Preferred stock allows direct income from mining earnings initially. Also, the mineral resource tax is calculated from sales revenue. As mentioned, if directly holding 34%, Mongolia would need to come up with 340 million USD from somewhere for a total investment cost of 1 billion USD. Holding 10% preferred shares avoids this financial obligation. Mongolia's economic condition today severely restricts financing major projects or programs, so holding 10% preferred shares is the right approach. Moreover, this agreement fully aligns with the 2019 constitutional principle that the major share should belong to Mongolia and its citizens. THE IMPORTANCE OF PARENTAL CARE IN CHILD RECOVERY FROM ANY ILLNESS - Last fall, children were vaccinated against influenza. How many children were covered by the vaccination? Also, what is the difference in illness rates between vaccinated and unvaccinated children? In Mongolia, children are vaccinated annually in anticipation of the flu season. This year, 300,000 doses of vaccine were imported from South Korea to cover children. The number of children being vaccinated against influenza has increased in recent years. Research indicates vaccination against influenza has a 76% protection rate for children. About 144,000 children were vaccinated this year. What types of viruses were detected this year? About 30% of cases involve the AH1N1 influenza virus and 67% synctial virus, with other viruses like Covid, rhinovirus, metapneumovirus, and adenovirus making up the remaining percentage. In recent years, some parents have been saying, "Our child has been treated at the hospital for seven to ten days but isn't fully recovered yet or caught a cold again." What is the reason for this? Only children with lower respiratory tract injuries like pneumonia and bronchitis are hospitalized and treated. These children are hospitalized based on symptoms for 7-10 days, but full recovery from pneumonia is not possible within this time. Complete absorption of pneumonia takes 45 days, so excellent home care is essential after discharge from the hospital. Flu symptoms in children should not be exacerbated, and immunity needs strong support. Parents focus on immunity during cold periods, but it should be maintained throughout the year, especially in summer and autumn, to ensure flu and colds are less severe or don’t worsen in winter.

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Övörkhangai: Bogd Sum Receives the 'Silver Halter' Award for the Third Time

Published: 2025-01-25 | Translated from: montsame.mn

In Bogd sum, a camel belonging to herder O. Tuvshin from the 5th bag gave birth to twin calves in March of the previous year. According to tradition, a camel that gives birth to twins is honored with a 'silver halter.' Leaders from the province and sum visited the household to celebrate and present a ceremonial halter to the herder's beautiful brown camel, honoring O. Tuvshin and his family. O. Tuvshin, who graduated from the 8th grade in 1996, has been herding camels since 1997 under the mentorship of Labor Hero J. Maan. He currently owns a herd of over 300 camels. This marks the third time Bogd sum has received the 'silver halter.' Originally, in 1979, the sum was awarded for accounting 12,000 camels. Forty years later, in 2019, they celebrated owning over 10,000 camels at Labor Hero D. Jantsan's facility and received the 'Silver Halter Award' again. Incidentally, Bogd sum has produced four Labor Hero camel herders from Mongolia. After the first hero, D. Tserenpuntsag, J. Maan from the 'Sukhbaatar's Road' cooperative in Bogd sum was named a Labor Hero in 1969. In 1979, D. Inov managed up to 600 camels annually, raising 92-100 calves per 100 female camels each year, earning him the title of Labor Hero. Herder D. Jantsan, who has been working as a camel herder since 1984 for the 'Sukhbaatar's Road' cooperative, completed his production targets between 100-124.7%, becoming a national double champion herder and receiving the title of Labor Hero in 1989.

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Environment

Emergency Council Meeting to Reduce Air Pollution in Ulaanbaatar

Published: 2025-01-25 | Translated from: gogo.mn

An emergency council is convening to address the reduction of air pollution in the capital city of Ulaanbaatar, and to provide support for the implementation of infrastructure development projects and measures, ensuring coordination between sectors and prompt leadership. Prime Minister L. Oyun-Erdene expressed gratitude for the extended participation in this meeting, which includes representatives from multiple parties, as well as the former Governor of the capital and Mayor of Ulaanbaatar, E. Bat-Uul. During this meeting, the council is discussing various issues including: - The planning of work for the Tuul Highway and the vertical axis I ring road project, as well as the interconnection of other types of roads, bridges, and bridge constructions. - The progress and current challenges in resolving heating issues for some households in the ger districts using renewable energy sources and gas fuel, and increasing private sector involvement in mega projects and development activities. - Improving partnerships between the government and private sector. - Discussing legal regulations to reduce air pollution, issues within the legal framework, and proposing solutions. Source: Government

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AQI: Ulaanbaatar City Completely Free of Air Pollution

Published: 2025-01-25 | Translated from: gogo.mn

According to the agaar.mn website, which measures the Air Quality Index, as of 12 PM today, Ulaanbaatar City is completely free of air pollution. However, based on the indications and advice from agaar.mn: Normal means: Meets air quality standards. However, some highly sensitive individuals may show symptoms of respiratory conditions. Advice: Highly sensitive individuals should pay attention to their health.

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Warning: Heavy Snowfall in Central and Eastern Provinces

Published: 2025-01-25 | Translated from: gogo.mn

WARNING: Hazardous Weather Warning: Heavy snowfall is expected today in the eastern parts of Khentii, Dornod, and western Sukhbaatar. Blizzard conditions will occur in Dundgovi province, the southern parts of Tuv and Khentii, the northern parts of Dornogovi, and the western parts of Sukhbaatar. Attention to herders, residents, and transporters: Snowfall and blizzard conditions are expected today in the central, Gobi, and eastern provinces, with worsening cold throughout most areas. Slippery roads, mountain passes, and hills will lead to reduced visibility. Weather forecast from 08:00 to 20:00: Mostly cloudy in the eastern half of the country, and partly cloudy in other areas. Heavy snowfall and blizzards are expected in most parts of the central and eastern provinces, as well as in the northern and eastern parts of the Gobi provinces. Winds will turn from the southwest in the eastern half of the country, blowing from the northwest at speeds of 5-10 meters per second, increasing to 13-15 meters per second in the Gobi, steppe, and plain areas. The temperature will drop to -26 to -31 degrees Celsius around Uvs Lake, Darkhad Hollow, the mountainous regions of Khuvsgul, the headwaters of the Zavkhan River, and the valleys of the Ider and Tes Rivers; -18 to -23 degrees Celsius in the mountainous regions of Mongol-Altai, Khangai, Khentii, around Khurenbelchir, and the valleys of the Eg, Uur, Orkhon, Selenge, Kharaa, and Yeroo Rivers; -5 to -10 degrees Celsius in the southeastern part of the Gobi region and around Dornod-Dariganga plains; -12 to -17 degrees Celsius in other areas. ULAANBAATAR: Cloudy. Snowfall. Wind from the northwest at 6-11 meters per second. Cold, between -13 and -15 degrees Celsius.

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SOUTH GOBI: The Weather Will Turn Drastically Cold

Published: 2025-01-25 | Translated from: montsame.mn

The weather is expected to become drastically cold across South Gobi province, with snowstorms predicted. Snow will fall and blizzards will occur in the eastern part of the province, reducing visibility and causing slippery roads and passes, according to a warning from the South Gobi Emergency Management Agency. Therefore, residents are advised not to travel between cities during night and evening hours unless absolutely necessary. If travel is unavoidable, it is important to assess the conditions of roads and passes, wear warm clothing, have sufficient fuel reserves, and ensure the technical integrity of vehicles.

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Snowfall and Blizzard Warning Issued

Published: 2025-01-25 | Translated from: news.mn

According to the weather forecast, snow will fall and blizzards will occur in parts of the Gobi and eastern provinces. The cold will intensify across most areas, causing slippery roads and reduced visibility. Additionally, snow and blizzards are expected in the eastern part of the eastern provinces on January 27 and again on January 28 in the northern regions. Winds on January 26 in the desert, steppe, and plain areas may reach 16-18 meters per second, and on January 28, some areas may experience winds of 14-16 meters per second. Starting January 26, the cold will intensify across most regions: in the vicinity of Uvs Lake, Darkhad Valley, the source of the Zavkhan River, and along the Ider, Tes, and Baidrag rivers, night temperatures will drop to -42 to -47 degrees Celsius, and daytime temperatures will range from -28 to -33 degrees Celsius. In the Great Lakes Valley, the Mongol Altai, Khangai, Khövsgöl, Khentii mountainous areas, and along the Eg, Üür, Orkhon, Selenge, Khar, Eröö, Tuul, Terelj, Kherlen, and Khalkh river valleys, night temperatures will fall to -34 to -39 degrees Celsius, and daytime temperatures to -22 to -27 degrees Celsius. In the southern part of the Gobi region, nighttime temperatures will be -18 to -23 degrees Celsius and daytime temperatures will be -11 to -16 degrees Celsius. In other areas, nighttime temperatures will range from -26 to -31 degrees Celsius and daytime temperatures from -16 to -21 degrees Celsius.

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Innovation

Opening of the "DroneCon-2025" Competition

Published: 2025-01-25 | Translated from: montsame.mn

Ulaanbaatar. The "DroneCon-2025" national championship for unmanned aerial vehicle piloting, named after the President of Mongolia, was inaugurated at the "Buyant Ukhaa Sports Complex". The competition aims to support the policy of integrating drone technology by developing the sport of unmanned aerial vehicles and effectively utilizing it for national security, agriculture, and other sectors. The competition will take place in four categories: professional, amateur, gaming, and do-it-yourself assembly. The event will continue over the weekend.

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E.Aylaguu Wins International Mental Arithmetic Competition

Published: 2025-01-25 | Translated from: unuudur.mn

E.Aylaguu, a student from class 7b of "Tsegts Bilig" school in Dundgovi province, which specializes in advanced mathematics education, has taken first place at the "UAAA Global Cup-2025," an international mental arithmetic competition held in Los Angeles, USA, and has been awarded the "Golden Cup." This marks the third consecutive year that he has won the "Golden Cup" at this competition. Additionally, E.Aylaguu represented his country at the 24th international UCMAS soroban abacus and mental arithmetic competition held in Phnom Penh, Cambodia in 2019, competing against approximately 4,000 students from over 40 countries, where he also took first place. In the aforementioned competition, 24 students from the "Toyaa" Children's Development Academy in our country participated.

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Sports

The First National Drone Piloting Championship Begins at the 'Buyant-Ukhaa' Sports Complex

Published: 2025-01-25 | Translated from: gogo.mn

The First National Drone Piloting Championship, named after the President of Mongolia, "DroneCon-2025," has started at the "Buyant-Ukhaa" Sports Complex. A total of 548 participants are competing in this event, with 18 officers from the Emergency Department testing their skills. The competition is divided into four categories: professional, amateur, gaming, and self-assembly, from which the champions will be selected. It is worth noting that Mongolia has about 10,000 professional and amateur drone pilots. Source: Emergency Management Agency

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E. Tsedenbaatar to Defend His Championship Belt

Published: 2025-01-25 | Translated from: unuudur.mn

Honored Athlete E. Tsedenbaatar, who competes in professional boxing, will defend his WBA America's championship belt in a match scheduled for the 15th of next month at the "ASA arena." This event is notable because it is the first time that a Mongolian athlete will defend a championship belt in his home country. In addition, the silver medalist from the Olympics and World Championships, professional boxing world champion under the IBO organization, and Honored Athlete N. Tögstsogt will also compete. Since beginning his professional boxing career in 2015, he has had 15 matches, winning 12, losing two, and drawing one. Furthermore, the top six Mongolian boxers from each weight class will face off against high-ranked international professional boxers, showcasing their skills to a global audience.

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256 Wrestlers Gathering for the ‘ATAR’ Title Wrestling Tournament Tomorrow

Published: 2025-01-25 | Translated from: isee.mn

The wrestling tournament featuring 256 powerful wrestlers with provincial and military titles will be held tomorrow. This traditional wrestling event named after the “ATAR” brand has been organized annually since 2006 by “Tavan Bogd Foods” JSC and the Mongolian National Wrestling Federation. The event is scheduled for tomorrow, January 26, 2025, at 11:00 AM, at the Mongolian Wrestling Palace. Wrestlers wishing to participate can register by following the instructions at the following link: https://www.devjee.mn/t/DZrVrRsxI8f1EZqjobKe

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A Wrestling Tournament of 256 Wrestlers with Provincial and Military Titles Will Be Held

Published: 2025-01-25 | Translated from: news.mn

In collaboration with the Mongolian National Wrestling Association, "Talah Chikher" JSC has been organizing the wrestling tournament named after the "Atar" bread with 256 wrestlers holding provincial and military titles annually since 2006. This tournament will be held tomorrow, January 26, 2025, Sunday at the Mongolian Wrestling Palace. The event was originally scheduled for January 25 but was postponed. This postponement was due to the passing of Punsalmaagiin Ochirbat, the first President of Mongolia and Chairman of the People's Great Khural of the Mongolian People's Republic, who was awarded the "Chinggis Khan" Order, a notable state and social figure. In connection with this, the President of Mongolia, Ukhnaagiin Khurelsukh, issued a decree declaring a national mourning period from 07:00 on January 24, 2025, until 00:00 on January 25, 2025. As part of the mourning protocol, state flags were to be lowered to 45 degrees or two-thirds down the flagpole, and no sports or cultural events were to be organized during this period. Therefore, the wrestling tournament named after the "Atar" bread by "Talah Chikher" JSC has been rescheduled to January 26, and the honorable wrestling tournament scheduled for January 26 for Mongolian "kharstaga" title holders has been postponed, as reported by the Mongolian National Wrestling Association.

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Arts

S. Dulam: My Teacher Fought for Many Years in Various Ways to Restore Our National Script

Published: 2025-01-25 | Translated from: montsame.mn

The "Khümüün Bichig" newspaper of the National Information Agency MONTSAME annually organizes the "Beautiful Mongolian Script 2024" competition. At the exhibition opening and award ceremony for the best works from this competition, we received the following remarks from People's Teacher, Doctor of Linguistics, Professor S. Dulam. - From January 1 of this year, the civil service started using a dual-script system. What do you think about its significance? - Since the beginning of democracy in our country, my teachers and I, including my academic mentor Cho. Luvsanjav, have always dreamed of this. The main thing that the Mongolians should preserve is our national script and make it our own. For this goal, my teacher fought for many years in many ways. For example, when in Japan, he even invested his own money to create an electronic Mongolian typewriter and many other things. We dreamed about whether this work would come true one day. At one point, the teaching of the Mongolian script started in elementary school, and we have reached this time. When my teacher B. Rinchen was on his deathbed, he uttered only one thing: "Please, just make sure you preserve the Mongolian script," he said as he took his last breath. Therefore, from today, the great desire and dream of a generation of our most esteemed teachers has begun to be realized. I regret that they are not alive today to witness this, that my teacher has not seen this time. - Why is the Mongolian script important for the Mongolians? - In this world, the Mongolian script must be preserved, and the main custodians of this script are the Mongolians and the Mongolian ethnic group. There were times when some of the Mongolian ethnics had their Mongolian script. Thus, the remaining custodians are Mongolia, the citizens of Mongolia, and the Mongolians. The time for argument has passed, and now the only thing left is implementation. Our citizens have become very well aware of this. As we see on social networks, everyone is trying to write and learn in the Mongolian script. This has become a truly wonderful movement. - What do you think needs to be done to further disseminate the Mongolian script? - In my opinion, people need to make very good use of modern technology and social media. The social media world is very powerful. You need to go along with whatever is powerful. I see it's a very correct step that people are trying to write in Mongolian script on social networks. With today's advanced technology, the issue of converting to Mongolian script has almost been resolved. If you feel lazy, only a few key presses are left to do. In general, the issue is just to resolve a difference of two or three letters. On my computer, it's already sorted out. - Are you posting in Mongolian script on social media to spread it among the youth? - I haven't posted yet. In the future, I plan to post in Mongolian script.

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Scholars Discuss the Mongolian Script

Published: 2025-01-25 | Translated from: montsame.mn

Ulaanbaatar. The "Mongolian Script" international competition, organized by the MONTSAME National News Agency, held its 28th exhibition showcasing the best entries and awarded exceptional participants on the 23rd of this month at the Chinggis Khaan National Museum. This year's ceremony, marking the historical start of conducting state affairs in dual scripts, stands out as a unique event. Here we present conversations with distinguished guests about the Mongolian script and culture. - What can highlight the contribution of the Mongolian script to the history of the world’s writing systems? L. Dashnyam, head of the National Council of Language Policy and People's Teacher: The Mongols are among the nations that have used the most writing systems in the world. We adopted the Mongolian script from the Uighur and made it our own to a certain extent, leading to what we now call the vertical Mongolian script, or the national script. It is now widely used as the national Mongolian script. In this era, we are trying hard to preserve our ancient heritage. Holding the "Mongolian Script" competition tradition for years has become something students, teachers, and language professionals anticipate, similar to a national festival. Its international expansion shows steps toward making it a global script. The Mongolian script is not only a part of our heritage but also a source of pride for all Mongolians. Bayan San, Honored Teacher of Mongolia, Doctor of Language Studies, Professor: From the writing systems used by humanity, our nation has used about ten known scripts so far. Among these, the Mongolian script has reached the most people and has been learned and mastered the most effectively over a long period of time. A script that can be written even while riding a horse or walking is unique among nations. Our ancestors documented their most precious intellectual and material culture in this script, making the documents in Mongolian script treasured as part of the intellectual development of humanity. Bat-Ireedui J., Director of the Language Institute of the Mongolian Academy of Sciences, State Honored Contributor to Science: In international publications on the history of writing, we have declared our main monuments with the Mongolian script. Among the ten or so writing systems used throughout Mongolian history, the Mongolian script is regarded as the most ancient. Last year, we celebrated the 800th anniversary of the oldest Mongolian inscription, the inscription on Chinggis Khan's stone, as a national celebration of our script and writing. Mongolians should be genuinely proud of our cultural and linguistic heritage, exemplified by our script. Baasan Suren, Cultural Honored Contributor, writer, journalist, and former head of MONTSAME Agency: One of the greatest contributions from the nomadic tribes to the cultural history of humanity is the Mongolian script. MONTSAME agency, established in 1921, published the "Summary Magazine" in the Mongolian script in 1922, and for the past 30 years, they have published the "Humun Bichig" newspaper. Through this publication, they have helped educate schoolchildren in the Mongolian script. The current generation learning this script signifies a beautiful change in Mongolian life. We are making a remarkable contribution to studying our history, culture, knowledge, and ancestral heritage. In this way, MONTSAME agency not only promotes Mongolia abroad but also greatly contributes to spreading our national script within Mongolia and among the people. I am proud to have led this organization for over ten years, advocating for the Mongolian script, and witnessing our script gaining international recognition. Purev Dorzh, Cultural Honored Contributor, writer, journalist: While there are hundreds of thousands of nationalities in the world, only a few have their own script. This makes the significance of the Mongolian script evident. The Mongolian script isn't merely something to memorize; it's an intellectual script. It's the responsibility of the over three million Mongolians, guarding the cultural hearth of the nation, to preserve this script. It's our sacred duty to carry on this great cultural legacy beyond just our script, but also the immense cultural heritage of mankind. No one else will bear the responsibility to preserve this script. For a while, we turned away from this script and "sinned," but we should be thankful that the Inner Mongolians kept it alive. If we don't preserve it now, we'll negatively impact the history of mankind. In the worst case, the last Mongolian should remain with the Mongolian script. - From January 1st of this year, official documents are being kept in dual scripts. What is your view on this significance? L. Dashnyam: It's been a month since the dual-scripted conduct of state affairs began. People running state operations have reached a certain level to implement this change. However, not all state documents are kept in dual scripts; only about 12 types that require long-term preservation and are in the standard format are maintained this way. By using the Mongolian script, the state has strengthened the immunity of our national script. Even awards and certificates at today's competition are written in the Mongolian script. Making the Mongolian script common doesn't mean abandoning the Cyrillic script or that people will become illiterate. We'll use both. Over time, everyone will become proficient in the Mongolian script. At that point, we can discuss whether or not to switch scripts. Bayan San: We'll use dual scripts for a while, but when the number of people who have mastered the Mongolian script exceeds others, we may choose one. More work will be required for dual scripts, but when people learn the national script in large numbers, this task will become easier. Currently, electronic technology allows the dual-script usage and facilitates learning. This is being implemented at the right time with the right methods and solutions. Bat-Ireedui J.: In our thousand-year history, all our heritage, culture, and monuments are in the Mongolian script, so we must continue with this script. The dual-scripted state documents have a positive impact on society. I believe the public received the decision to conduct state affairs in dual scripts well. As a result, young people should learn to read, write, and conduct official work with the Mongolian script. According to research, the Mongolian script has been mastered by about 260,000 state employees to a certain extent. Therefore, standardizing this work is crucial. The influence of the Mongolian script is always positive, and the state and government's policy on the script since 1990 was evidently correct. Baasan Suren: Since the Democratic Revolution, for over 30 years, efforts have been made to spread the Mongolian script and make it common, with various resolutions from the State Small Assembly, the Great People’s Assembly, and ministries, but it hadn't been fully realized. From this year, government ministries, agencies, and universities are combining official document writing. The goal isn't to permanently maintain dual scripts in the future. Returning entirely to the Mongolian script represents a significant transition in quality. It makes sense. Purev Dorzh: In this world, when something is no longer needed, it perishes, and what's necessary stays. This is how humans differentiate themselves from the animal kingdom. If the Mongolian script is to survive, it must become necessary. Therefore, the state's use of Mongolian script in official documents is an excellent initiative. As soon as state affairs began being conducted with the Mongolian script, youth became very active on social networks. For example, about 300 people, mostly young people, joined my Mongolian script Facebook page. On this page, we discuss complex words such as "Aliimaa's embroidery," "Alim's preserved," and how to differentiate these in reading. This shows that the Mongolian script can be saved, and the people responsible for saving it are the youth. I am truly happy about this. - What do you think is necessary to further expand the use of the Mongolian script? L. Dashnyam: To make it universal, everyone needs to put in effort. We need the attitude that we are the owners of our national cultural heritage. Some might think, why learn another script when I already know one or that it's extra work. Others might think, why learn other languages when I already speak Mongolian. Having multiple scripts, like multiple languages, enhances our ability to communicate. Just like we manage to use Latin, Cyrillic, and the national Mongolian script, we can keep using them all. Bayan San: To promote the Mongolian script, we need to prepare small sets of reading materials in Mongolian script for people of various professions and backgrounds, focusing on what they want to read. For example, preparing small guides for doctors, farmers, herders, or traditional craftspeople, making it easy for them to learn by relating to their interests and work. Bat-Ireedui J.: Recent activities promoting the Mongolian script have been effective. For example, the "Mongolian Script" and the "Under Eternal Sky" competitions organized by the Presidential Office have had a significant impact across society. Expanding such contests and involving many people, increasing rewards, and diversifying these activities should be a focus of linguistic and cultural organizations, both governmental and non-governmental organizations. Baasan Suren: Teachers in the education sector, especially those in primary education, are doing a notable job. The "Humun Bichig" newspaper, published by MONTSAME agency for 30 years, pioneered teaching young people their script and culture, leading to a literacy rate of 70-80% among the youth. Reading is one thing, but this literacy translates into writing skills, which in turn improves calligraphy. The Prime Minister mentioned, “As we move past 30 years of democracy, we now enter a new 30-year phase in Mongolia's cultural life"—in the future, after another 30 years, Mongolians will all be writing and creating in the Mongolian script, which is wonderful to imagine. Purev Dorzh: We will keep our script at all costs. We need to create a necessity for the Mongolian script, but without force. People dislike being forced. We might have challenges for the next couple of generations, but we live in a time when we can type in Cyrillic and convert it to Mongolian script with technological advances. We need media, literature organizations, and social media to create a demand for Mongolian script and engage in dialogue using this script. - Why is the Mongolian script important to Mongolians? L. Dashnyam: The Mongolian script is an extremely valuable cultural heritage that we created long ago. Some have reached this heritage, and everyone needs to access it, not just researchers. If everyone can do so, the Mongolian script will have returned to its rightful owners. By institutionalizing our national script, we are taking ownership of our ancient cultural heritage, and everyone should share this sense of pride and ownership. Bayan San: When writing in Mongolian script, the brain stores its form and style. This unique characteristic imprints on the mind, heart, and entire body of the person writing, illustrating the distinct method and activity style of a Mongolian. Bat-Ireedui J.: Observing the Mongolian script, it's one of the easiest to write among many scripts in the world. Writing from top to bottom is easier than horizontal scripts. It's a remarkable script that suits the culture and conditions of nomads. It cleverly captures and expresses the Mongolian language structure. From both a research and practical standpoint, it's an amazing script. Baasan Suren: It's inconceivable to consider or understand a Mongolian without the Mongolian script. The saying by the great writer D. Natsagdorj, “The native language learned from a young age is an unforgettable culture, and the homeland of birth that’s inseparable until death,” is being realized. While there are beautiful elements in Cyrillic as well—respect that and don't dismiss it. If you dig into the history of Cyrillic, you'll find similarities with the Mongolian script. There are shortcomings and critiques about the Mongolian script, but linguistic scholars will surely address them. Purev Dorzh: To be truly Mongolian is to have both the Mongolian script and language. Without the Mongolian language, one cannot be considered truly Mongolian. - How do you view the significance of the International Mongolian Script Competition? L. Dashnyam: Competitions raise quality and create aspiration. It instills confidence in people about their ability to write in the Mongolian script and also creates cultural heritage. Year by year, everything written in the Mongolian script becomes a cultural heritage. Encouraging and appreciating future cultural heritage carriers and inspiring this desire is highly significant. Bayan San: It revives national consciousness in people of different ages, professions, and schools striving to master national literacy. It helps global recognition of, and pride in, being Mongolian, fueling motivation to master the script more deeply. The increasing number and type of participants help promote our country abroad. Bat-Ireedui J.: Judging the "Mongolian Script" contest entries revealed a shift toward cursive writing and modern youth's interest in calligraphy. Cursive writing helps stabilize one's script proficiency; otherwise, diving into fluid script forms too soon can have a negative impact. With increased interest in calligraphy, one of the best forms of script, positive outcomes are expected. It's noteworthy that script as an art form has expanded significantly. It's important that young people are using Mongolian script in social contexts, such as national product advertising, with substantial positive effects. Walking around, you'll find rice packaging with Mongolian script calligraphy. Recently, national products have embraced the script, enriching and spreading knowledge. Baasan Suren: During the implementation phase of the decision to use dual scripts in state affairs, the international competition awards ceremony hosted by MONTSAME agency has been heartening. It’s an amazing and noble activity they organize annually. Being one of Mongolia's pioneering media institutions founded in 1921, MONTSAME issued the "Summary Magazine" in Mongolian script and Russian language right after its establishment, starting international promotion. In their over 100-year history, they focused more on domestic reporting for about the first 70-80 years, while the last 30 years have emphasized promoting Mongolia abroad. Continued focus on international promotion is anticipated. Mongolia is known as a nation with a gray-haired history of statehood that spans 2000 years, evident through works like "The Secret History of the Mongols," "Geser," and "Jangar," all undeniably shown to the world and within our country. The center of the Mongolian script is Mongolia, and MONTSAME agency is undoubtedly the one spreading it further. For this, the staff should always be proud. Follow @montsame.mn

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Awards Ceremony for the "Beautiful Mongolian Script - 2024" International Competition

Published: 2025-01-25 | Translated from: montsame.mn

The awards ceremony for the best participants of the "Beautiful Mongolian Script - 2024" international competition, organized annually by the "Humun Bichig" newspaper of the MONTSAME National News Agency, was held at the Chinggis Khaan Museum in Ulaanbaatar. This year's competition attracted over 1,200 participants from all corners of the country, including a six-year-old first grader and an elder over a hundred years old, as well as participants from all districts of the capital city, 18 provinces, and the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region of China and the Republic of Buryatia of Russia. Opening the awards ceremony, MONTSAME's Director E.Sodontogos said, “This prestigious ceremony to open the exhibition of the best works of the 'Beautiful Mongolian Script - 2024' international competition and present the awards is significant as it coincides with the time when Mongolia is reintroducing its millennium-old national script into state affairs, blending it with modern usage, marking a new page in our history.” Participants in this year's competition spanned from a six-year-old first grader to elders over a hundred years old. In the non-written category of the competition, J.Ariunzul, a student from Grade 12B of the 34th School of Khan-Uul District in the capital, who has been mastering traditional needlework from a young age, demonstrated her skill by crafting her entry - a scroll with Mongolian script in the style of traditional ornamentation and a snuff box case design. Additionally, artworks by teachers at the Children's Crafts Center, students from ‘Gegee’ secondary school who combined Rubik’s cubes with national script, as well as script works from the 'Zuunkhuree' College that blended national Soyombo and Mongolian script calligraphy, and felt art by S.Bayarmunkh, a student from the Mongolian State University of Education, distinguished the competition's atmosphere with innovative skills and a fresh mood. This year, the traditional competition expanded its scope to include participants such as Mongolian script enthusiasts and calligraphers from the Horchin Mongols of Tongliao, Inner Mongolia, the Upper Mongols of Qinghai, and the Titum Art Studio in Ulaanbaatar in Buryatia, Russia, enriching the international significance and prestige of the competition. The awards ceremony was attended by Mongolian President U.Khurelsukh, who sent a congratulatory message read by his advisor on education, science, and technology policy, Ch.Lodoyravsal. The message expressed gratitude to MONTSAME National News Agency and the staff of the 33-year history "Humun Bichig" newspaper for successfully organizing the competition for 28 years, expanding its reach internationally, and making a valuable contribution to preserving, developing, and propagating the Mongolian script and culture. The awards ceremony, which honors Mongolia’s best calligraphers, is special because it coincides with the historical time when state operations began using a dual script approach. The nation is now in its 40th year of teaching the upright Mongolian script, a cultural heritage of the Mongolian nation and humanity. In 2015, the State Great Khural of Mongolia enacted the new Law on the Mongolian Language, according to which state documents will officially be operated in both Cyrillic and national script starting January 1, 2025. President Khurelsukh emphasized that the script of Chinggis Khaan, which has chronicled the centuries-old statehood of the Mongolian people, is once again becoming the official language of the state. The President urged the youth, the public, and all Mongolians to diligently learn this integral cultural heritage, master it, and proudly uphold it as part of our national identity and pride. The works of this year's competition are notable for their craftsmanship, form, and style. For instance, teachers at the Children’s Art and Craft Center submitted collage works, while a student from the Mongolian State University of Education crafted a Mongolian state seal on felt. In the non-written category of the competition, N.Adilbish, a herder from Sainshand bag in the Sevrei district of Umnugobi province, won second place with a meticulously crafted needlework of the "National Anthem of Mongolia." Adilbish shared his personal background and experience, stating, “I first learned Mongolian script in 1987, but over time, without using it, I began to forget it. I attended a refresher course by local Mongolian script teachers in 2019. Over ten days, I was able to enhance my understanding of the letters and rules. I've been a subscriber of 'Humun Bichig' newspaper since 2019, through which I learned about the 'Beautiful Mongolian Script' competition. Although I planned to participate last year, I missed it due to traditional migrations. I'm happy to have participated this year and placed second. I learned needlework from my mother and have been making traditional snuff bottle cases for over 30 years. It took me two months to complete this piece, and I focused on stitching each letter and design element perfectly without errors." The exhibition of the best works of this competition will be on display at the Chinggis Khaan National Museum until January 26. Follow @montsame.mn

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The Best of the 'Six Wings of Melody 2025' Festival Have Been Announced

Published: 2025-01-25 | Translated from: unuudur.mn

With the aim of introducing national music to children and youth and promoting cultural heritage, the Khuvsgul aimag Child and Family Development and Protection Agency organized the 'Six Wings of Melody' festival. The festival, held every two years, saw participation from 76 children from 11 schools, competing in musical categories including horsehead fiddle, flute, zither, yoochin, khuchir, horn, and shanz. Those who excelled in the festival will compete in the national championship. From Khuvsgul aimag, in the horsehead fiddle category, the top performers included J.Enkhjargal, T.Anirtungalag, G.Gantulga in the middle school category, and B.Naransolongo in the high school category. In the khuchir category, E.Azzaya from the elementary school and T.Uurintsolmon from the middle school emerged as top performers. In the zither category, G.Sayajargal from the middle school and T.Nyamzaya from the high school led the way. In the yoochin category, A.Bat-Erdene from the elementary school, Ch.Amin-Erdene from the middle school, and T.Davaadulam and T.Enkhzaya from the high school secured top positions. In the shanz music category, B.Dariisuren from the high school category excelled, and in the flute category, T.Gandi from the elementary school and A.Erdenebileg from the middle school qualified to compete in the national festival as top performers.

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