Mongolia News Summary for July 29, 2024
The following news articles are the opinions of their authors and publications. They are presented here as translations for informational purposes and do not necessarily represent the opinion of Mongolia Strategy Center or its members.
Today's Stories
Economy
- Agreement reached to intensify investment in mining, clean energy, and telecommunications sectors
- Oyu Tolgoi's underground mine project to be completed in 2025. Studies on leaching, concentrating, and smelting plants are underway
- CENTRAL: The 19th General Assembly of the East Asian Tourism Association was held
Diplomacy
- Anthony Blinken to Visit Mongolia
- Kyrgyz Defense Minister Expresses Interest in Learning from Mongolia's Peacekeeping Experience
- BULGAN: Head of the Republic of Buryatia Alexey Sambuevich Tsydenov visits Bulgan aimag
Infrastructure
- Visited housing projects being built with grants and concessional loans
- New Zuunmod city, government agencies and Government Palace to be located beyond the tunnel connecting Zaisan and Kuwait Valley
- Introducing the Best Works of the "New Kharkhorin" City Master Plan
- Provincial buses will depart from the old Dragon station
Society
Environment
- Rain will continue in eastern provinces today and tomorrow
- Some Rivers Are Flooding 10-90 cm Above Dangerous Levels
Innovation
Sports
- PARIS 2024: Bavuudorj's Baasankhuu Becomes the 12th Silver Medalist in the History of the Mongolian Team
- After the first day of the "PARIS 2024" Olympics, the Mongolian team ranks 13th in medal quality
- PARIS 2024: Cyclist S.Jambaldorj Finishes 28th
- PARIS 2024: E. Davaakhuu to Compete in Top Eight
- PARIS 2024: B. Baasankhuu Advances to Semi-Finals
Economy
Agreement reached to intensify investment in mining, clean energy, and telecommunications sectors
Published: Sun, 28 Jul 2024 | Translated from: ikon.mn
President U. Khurelsukh of Mongolia held a special meeting with President Emmanuel Macron of the French Republic on July 27 in Paris.
During the meeting, they discussed in detail the socio-economic conditions of the two countries, projects and measures for relations and cooperation, and issues of mutual international interest.
In particular, the two heads of state exchanged views on the progress of the work discussed and agreed upon during the State Visit of the President of the French Republic to Mongolia in May 2023 and the State Visit of the President of Mongolia to the French Republic in October 2023, noting that many important projects are being implemented effectively.
They agreed to actively cooperate in bringing the projects agreed upon during the mutual State Visits to concrete results in the future.
They also agreed to expand cooperation and intensify investment in the mining, clean energy, and telecommunications sectors, according to the Office of the President.
Oyu Tolgoi's underground mine project to be completed in 2025. Studies on leaching, concentrating, and smelting plants are underway
Published: Fri, 26 Jul 2024 | Translated from: ikon.mn
Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources Ts. Tuvaan met with Oyu Tolgoi LLC's CEO Deirde Lingenfelder today.
The meeting exchanged views on cooperation between the Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources and Oyu Tolgoi LLC.
At the beginning of the meeting, Oyu Tolgoi LLC's CEO Ms. Deirdre Lingenfelder expressed confidence that the newly appointed minister's work experience will make a valuable contribution to the development of this sector. Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources Ts. Tuvaan noted that Oyu Tolgoi is a world-class deposit and expressed his commitment to provide support within the framework of Mongolian and international laws and regulations, and to work on the principle of mutually beneficial cooperation between stakeholders.
Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources Ts. Tuvaan emphasized during the meeting that mining resources are limited, so there is a need to develop the industrial sector by creating value-added products, which is why the term "Industry" was included in the ministry's name. He expressed his intention to fully familiarize himself with Oyu Tolgoi's near-term plans, strategic decisions, construction, and operations mentioned in the agreement, and to exchange views on future cooperation. He also noted that discussing energy supply issues is timely and important.
The Mongolian people and the Government of Mongolia have high expectations for profits and revenues from the Oyu Tolgoi deposit. As Oyu Tolgoi LLC's production costs increase, the profit remaining for the Mongolian side decreases, so he emphasized the importance of working on the principle of mutual benefit.
Oyu Tolgoi LLC presented its operations, stating that the underground mine project will be completed by 2025, which will allow them to expand operations to full capacity. They also mentioned that many research projects have been initiated in the direction of industrialization, and highlighted their ongoing studies on leaching and smelting plants. They expressed confidence in working together to accelerate the Oyu Tolgoi project work in the future.
CENTRAL: The 19th General Assembly of the East Asian Tourism Association was held
Published: Sun, 28 Jul 2024 | Translated from: montsame.mn
The 19th General Assembly of the East Asian Tourism Association was held on July 26-27 in Ulaanbaatar under the theme "Connecting International and Local".
The East Asian Tourism Association includes Tov Province of Mongolia, Gangwon Special Self-Governing Province of South Korea, Tottori Prefecture of Japan, Cebu Province of the Philippines, Sarawak State of Malaysia, Yogyakarta of Indonesia, Quang Ninh Province of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, Luang Prabang Province of Laos, and Siem Reap Province of Cambodia.
The East Asian Interregional Tourism Association (EATOF) was first organized in 2000 in Gangwon Province, South Korea, with the aim of pursuing peace and prosperity through exchanges in various fields, especially in tourism.
Tov Province first organized the 8th EATOF-2008 General Assembly on July 21, 2008, and is organizing the 18th "EATOF-2024" General Assembly again after 16 years.
D. Munkhbaatar, Governor of Tov Province and organizer of the "EATOF-2024" General Assembly, said, "This General Assembly has taken the cooperation between East Asian regions to a new level, creating opportunities to strengthen connections and bring relationships to an innovative level. It has been beneficial for tourism organizations and citizens of member countries by jointly developing tourism between provinces and exchanging tourists."
"It is special that this year's assembly is being organized in conjunction with the festival. We are focusing on developing community-based tourism and have signed a memorandum of cooperation," he added.
The assembly included discussions, roundtable meetings, bilateral meetings, and the signing of a declaration. The following proposals were made during bilateral meetings:
Tov Province expressed interest in intensifying cultural exchanges and developing sustainable tourism with Yogyakarta Province of Indonesia. Yogyakarta Province expressed interest in organizing marketing promotional events and cooperating in investment.
D. Munkhbaatar, Governor of Tov Province, and H.E Ngov Sengkak, Deputy Governor of Siem Reap Province, Cambodia, exchanged views on intensifying economic relations between provinces, supporting cultural exchanges and youth development, ensuring sustainable development of the tourism sector, organizing marketing promotional events, establishing charter flights, and developing business-to-business connections.
During the meeting with Cebu Province of the Philippines, they discussed conducting cultural exchanges through the development of sustainable tourism, implementing a civil servant exchange program, and including citizens in English language programs.
In the bilateral meeting between Tov Province and Quang Ninh Province of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, they exchanged views on supporting cultural sector exchanges, creating opportunities for cooperation in the agricultural sector, and expanding cooperation in the tourism sector.
Tov Province expressed interest in developing cultural heritage exchanges and cooperating to stimulate the economy with Sarawak State of Malaysia. The delegation led by YB Dato Sri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah, Minister of Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts of Sarawak, emphasized that it was their first visit to Mongolia and expressed readiness to cooperate in the tourism sector.
D. Munkhbaatar, Governor of Tov Province, received a delegation led by Kamei Kazuyoshi, Deputy Governor of Tottori Prefecture, Japan, for a bilateral meeting. The parties exchanged views on supporting and improving exchanges in all areas that can be developed between the two countries.
Due to the short tourism season caused by the country's specific conditions, Tov Province expressed interest in sending workforce to Tottori Prefecture outside the warm season. Tottori Prefecture expressed interest in continuing the "Japanese Language Club" that used to operate at the Humaan Complex School in Tov Province.
Luang Prabang Province of Laos expressed interest in sharing Tov Province's experience in nature conservation and community-based tourism, while Tov Province expressed its opinion on conducting cultural exchanges within the framework of sustainable tourism, improving understanding of culture and cultural heritage, and stimulating economic conditions.
D. Munkhbaatar, Governor of Tov Province, and Jeong Kwang-Yeol, Deputy Director of Economic Affairs of Gangwon Special Self-Governing Province, South Korea, held an official meeting.
The parties exchanged views on developing tour packages for the recently launched airline's charter flights, organizing joint training to create sustainable tourism, and cooperation in the cultural sector.
It was decided that the 19th General Assembly of the East Asian Tourism Association (EATOF) in 2026 will be organized by Cebu Province, Philippines.
Diplomacy
Anthony Blinken to Visit Mongolia
Published: Sun, 28 Jul 2024 | Translated from: news.mn
U.S. Secretary of State Anthony J. Blinken will visit Vietnam, Laos, Japan, the Philippines, Singapore, and Mongolia between July 24 and August 3, 2024.
He will visit to advance security, prosperity, and support the vision of a free and open region with allies and partners in the Indo-Pacific region. He also plans to deepen and expand relationships with allied countries at the international level and conclude agreements to overcome today's biggest challenges.
As part of his visit, Anthony Blinken will pay courtesy calls to Mongolian President U. Khurelsukh and Prime Minister L. Oyun-Erdene, and hold official talks with Foreign Minister B. Battsetseg. This will reaffirm the importance of the U.S.-Mongolia strategic partnership. The top officials of the two countries will discuss how to further strengthen democratic institutions in the United States and Mongolia, protect fundamental freedoms, strengthen security and national independence, and expand economic and people-to-people ties. Anthony Blinken will also emphasize that the United States will always respect Mongolia as a third neighbor country.
Kyrgyz Defense Minister Expresses Interest in Learning from Mongolia's Peacekeeping Experience
Published: Fri, 26 Jul 2024 | Translated from: ikon.mn
Member of Parliament, Member of the Government of Mongolia, and Minister of Defense S. Byambatsogt received Lieutenant General Baktybek Asankalievich Bekbolotov, Minister of Defense of the Kyrgyz Republic, today.
At the beginning of the meeting, Lieutenant General Baktybek Asankalievich Bekbolotov, Minister of Defense of the Kyrgyz Republic, expressed his gratitude for meeting with the Minister of Defense in person and conveyed his desire to learn from the experience accumulated by the Mongolian Armed Forces in international peacekeeping operations and to cooperate further in this direction. He also emphasized that the training of Mongolian peacekeepers has reached a high level and is recognized worldwide.
During the meeting, the Minister of Defense of the Kyrgyz Republic emphasized his confidence that the relations and cooperation between our two countries, especially in the defense sector, will play a special role in further expanding and developing to a new level.
The meeting included a wide-ranging exchange of views on expanding cooperation in the defense sector between the two countries, and both parties expressed their willingness to work together.
BULGAN: Head of the Republic of Buryatia Alexey Sambuevich Tsydenov visits Bulgan aimag
Published: Sun, 28 Jul 2024 | Translated from: montsame.mn
Alexey Sambuevich Tsydenov, the head of the Republic of Buryatia of the Russian Federation, visited Bulgan aimag to participate in the "Altargana-2024" international festival.
The delegation was greeted by B. Ariun-Erdene, Governor of the aimag, and D. Erdenebat, Chairman of the Citizens' Representative Khural.
Today, he participated in the opening ceremony of the "Altargana-2024" international festival and delivered a greeting.
Infrastructure
Visited housing projects being built with grants and concessional loans
Published: Fri, 26 Jul 2024 | Translated from: unuudur.mn
Minister of Construction, Urban Development and Housing J. Batsuurya visited on July 25, 2024 housing projects being built with grants and concessional loans from foreign countries, as well as a wastewater treatment plant project.
A 1,008-apartment housing project is being built near Nogoon Nuur in Sukhbaatar district of Ulaanbaatar city with a grant from China. This project is being implemented based on the 1 billion yuan grant that Chinese President Xi Jinping decided to provide to Mongolia during his visit in August 2014.
The Ministry of Construction and Urban Development of Mongolia and the Government of Baotou City, Inner Mongolia, China signed an "Official Protocol on Implementing a Project to Assist in Housing Construction for Ger Area Redevelopment in Ulaanbaatar City" on July 26, 2019, which started this project. The project client is the Government of Mongolia and the Ministry of Urban Development, Construction and Housing, and according to the contract, it should be implemented within 30 months after the start of construction.
This 1,008-apartment housing complex with 49.95 and 55.04 square meter two-room apartments per floor will have a total of 442 parking spaces and 46 school and kindergarten areas. Construction of the project started in June 2022, and by 2023 the cast-in-place reinforced concrete structure work for the main 8 block buildings and 2 unified garages was completed. External utility work such as clean water, heating pipeline installation in tunnels and underground passages, and external sewage work has been completed and entered the construction site. The external metal facade work has also begun on the 8 apartment blocks. Model apartment work has begun in the 6th block of the project apartments.
Vertical and horizontal ventilation ducts, domestic hot and cold water pipes, heating pipes, and fire water pipes are being welded and installed in buildings 1-8, and the project is about 70% complete. On this day, Minister J. Batsuurya also visited the construction progress of the "Rainbow 1" and "Rainbow 2" projects, which are affordable housing complexes.
This project is a 5,002-apartment residential complex to be built in the 21st khoroo of Khan-Uul district with concessional loan financing from South Korea, incorporating smart advanced technologies, defining green development trends, and being energy efficient and affordable, within the framework of the Government's New Revival Policy, "State Policy on Construction Sector", and "150,000 Households Housing" national program.
It will be built over 40 years with a highly concessional loan from the Government of South Korea, with a loan amount of $266.9 million and a 10-year grace period on principal repayment. A total of 5,002 apartments in 66 blocks will be built and commissioned under the project. Construction of the project apartments is scheduled to start in the first quarter of 2024, with 19 blocks on the "Rainbow 1" site and 16 blocks on the "Rainbow 2" site (2,712 apartments for "Rainbow 1", 2,290 apartments for "Rainbow 2") and a total of 2,698 parking spaces (1,570 above ground, 1,128 underground) planned. The total progress of the work is 13.83%.
The project will include one 1,250-student school, two 280-student kindergartens, a youth and elderly development center, a rehabilitation center, a khoroo building, a park, and first-stage engineering external electricity, heating, clean water supply, sewage, and telecommunications networks. The next project visited was the new central wastewater treatment plant project for Ulaanbaatar city. This new treatment plant will be located in the 20th khoroo of Songinokhairkhan district, using 17.6 hectares of land on the planned area for renovating the bio-pond to the west of the old treatment plant.
The Government of Mongolia approved the "New Construction of Ulaanbaatar City Central Wastewater Treatment Plant Project" and decided to build it according to the approved feasibility study within the framework of a $1.0 billion loan to be provided by the Government of China to the Government of Mongolia.
The new treatment plant is being built on a turnkey basis by a consortium of China's "China Tiesiju Civil Engineering Group" LLC and "Beijing Construction Engineering Group" LLC. The project's treatment plant aims to treat 250,000 m3 of domestic and pre-treated industrial wastewater per day to standard levels and reduce environmental impacts. A total of 56 buildings and structures of 35 types, engineering networks, and infrastructure will be built under the project.
The treatment plant is designed to operate according to two main technologies: wastewater treatment and sludge treatment. The treatment plant will receive wastewater by gravity through the existing central sewer collector, perform mechanical treatment, biological treatment, and additional physical and chemical treatment of the wastewater, and discharge the treated water into the Tuul River through a 6.5 km long channel.
Additionally, a "Water Recycling Plant" will be built under the 2nd compact agreement of the Millennium Challenge Corporation, which will take 50,000 m3 of water per day from the treated water coming out of the new central treatment plant, further purify it, and use it in the cooling systems of CHP-3 and CHP-4.
World-leading technology has been chosen for sludge treatment at the new treatment plant. By generating biogas from sludge through mesophilic principles to produce energy and heat, it will cover the internal heating needs of the treatment plant, offset operating costs, and lay the foundation for becoming an energy-producing treatment plant. The overall project progress is 85%.
In 2024, it is planned to fully complete the construction and installation work of the project, engineering infrastructure, and equipment installation, and start the first phase of commissioning.
New Zuunmod city, government agencies and Government Palace to be located beyond the tunnel connecting Zaisan and Kuwait Valley
Published: Fri, 26 Jul 2024 | Translated from: ikon.mn
The Minister of Urban Development, Construction and Housing, J.Batsuuri, spoke about the policy to be followed in the next four years.
He clarified that the Ministry of Construction and Urban Development has been renamed as the Ministry of Urban Development, Construction and Housing in the structure of the New Government.
He said, "The construction sector has a 100-year history. Some state functions are performed by non-governmental organizations. These include issues of special permits, norms, standards, and organization of personnel training.
We believe that urban development, construction, and housing will develop rapidly in the next four years. We plan to build a tunnel connecting Zaisan Valley with Kuwait Valley, have a metro, high-speed train, LRT, establish new Zuunmod and Kharkhorin cities in Khoshig Valley, and build and provide housing in cities of national and local importance.
For instance, we plan to move the Government out of Ulaanbaatar city within four years. If we relocate government agencies and the Government Palace beyond the bridge connecting Zaisan Valley with Kuwait Valley, along the new Zuunmod city following Khoshig Valley, it will disperse the congestion coming to the center.
We will create satellite cities with residential areas, treatment facilities, and service organizations, without directing the flow of passengers landing in Khoshig Valley to the capital."
Introducing the Best Works of the "New Kharkhorin" City Master Plan
Published: Sun, 28 Jul 2024 | Translated from: montsame.mn
The Office of the President of Mongolia and the administration in charge of the construction of "New Kharkhorin" city have provided information on the progress of the international open selection for developing the concept of the "New Kharkhorin" City Master Plan.
When developing the master plan for a newly established city, countries around the world organize an international open competition to determine their concept in order to incorporate development trends, urban planning experiences, innovative ideas, and solutions.
Following this international practice, the Government of Mongolia issued Resolution No. 21 in 2024 and announced an international open selection to develop the concept of the "New Kharkhorin" City Plan on March 18, 2024.
A total of 428 teams from 54 countries registered for the selection, and out of 76 teams that submitted their works, 36 teams from 18 countries have qualified for the second stage with their best works. The administration in charge of the construction of "New Kharkhorin" city has announced that these works are ready to be presented to the public for feedback. This includes:
- Presenting to the public and gathering feedback online through the https://www.facebook.com/Kharkhorumcity page between July 25-31, 2024,
- Also, planning to organize an International Urban Planning Exhibition and gather public opinions between July 28-31, 2024.
Accordingly, the best works of the "New Kharkhorin" City Master Plan have started to be introduced to the public from today.
Over 100 urban planners and top architects representing 36 teams that qualified for the second stage will participate in the International Urban Planning Exhibition, presenting their works through reports and presentations. The works of the top five teams will be finally selected on August 1, 2024.
Provincial buses will depart from the old Dragon station
Published: Sun, 28 Jul 2024 | Translated from: news.mn
Provincial buses heading to rural areas will depart from the old Dragon station due to road construction work. The road in front of the "Nomin" bus stop along the Tolgoit direction in Songinokhairkhan district of the capital city will be completely closed for road repair work. Therefore, from 13:00 today to 06:00 on July 29, the traffic in this direction will be completely closed, and all passenger transport buses departing from Ulaanbaatar city to rural areas will be arranged to depart from the old Dragon bus station.
The National Auto Transport Center has announced that citizens and passengers should make appropriate time arrangements considering traffic congestion and load.
- Arkhangai 14:00, 19:00
- Bayankhongor 14:00, 20:00
- Bayan-Ulgii 13:00
- Govi-Altai 15:00, 18:00
- Zavkhan 16:00, 18:00
- Uvurkhangai 14:00, 18:00
- Uvs 15:00, 17:00
- Khovd 13:00, 16:00
Buses will depart from the old DRAGON station.
Society
Warning about river, lake, and water accidents
Published: Sun, 28 Jul 2024 | Translated from: news.mn
During the warm summer season, people start their vacation periods and travel to rural areas to spend time with family and friends enjoying the beauty of nature. During this time, many cases of young children drowning and losing their lives are recorded due to carelessness and lack of attention from citizens.
For instance, in the first six months of this year, 12 children lost their lives, while in the first 10 days of July, 5 more children tragically died.
The children who are losing their lives are between 2-15 years old, and many reasons have been identified, such as parents being present, young children drowning in rivers flowing near their homes, and children who know how to swim drowning in standing water or pools. Therefore, we urge all citizens to ensure the safety of themselves and their children when resting, relaxing, or traveling near rivers, and to follow these recommendations.
Environment
Rain will continue in eastern provinces today and tomorrow
Published: Fri, 26 Jul 2024 | Translated from: gogo.mn
As rain continues to fall in the eastern provinces on the 26th and 27th, we strongly warn citizens and travelers that the water levels of the Selbe, Tuul, Terelj, Kherlen, Onon, and Ulz rivers will continue to rise.
Some Rivers Are Flooding 10-90 cm Above Dangerous Levels
Published: Sat, 27 Jul 2024 | Translated from: montsame.mn
The Selenge River near Zuunburen village and Sukhbaatar city is expected to rise by 10-45 cm today, while the Tuul River near Ulaanbaatar city and Altanbulag village is likely to increase by 10-20 cm.
The water level of the Selenge River near Khyalgant village, Zuunburen village, and Sukhbaatar city has increased by 20-65 cm compared to the previous day, exceeding the flood level by 25 cm. The water levels of rivers such as Tuul (Bosgo Bridge), Terelj, Khurkh, Barkh, Eg, Onon, Balj, Ulz, and Kherlen (Khongon-Mungunmorit) on the western and eastern slopes of the Khentii mountain range have risen by 10-75 cm. The Tuul (along its length), Kherlen (in its lower reaches), Eg, Onon, Balj, Ulz, and Kharkhiraa rivers in the Khovd and Uvs Lake basins originating from the Altai mountains continue to flood, exceeding flood levels by 10-50 cm. The Khurkh, Ulz, and Kherlen (Baganuur) rivers are experiencing severe flooding, surpassing dangerous levels by 10-90 cm.
Heavy rain is expected in the Khentii and Dornod regions in the coming days, which could worsen the already flooded conditions of rivers. The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) reminds citizens and professional organizations to pay constant attention to the daily information and warnings issued by the Water and Weather Service.
Innovation
Mongolian students participating in the 54th International Physics Olympiad win TEAM MEDALS
Published: Sun, 28 Jul 2024 | Translated from: ikon.mn
The 54th International Physics Olympiad is being held in Isfahan, Iran from July 21-29.
Mongolian students participating in this Olympiad have won one silver and four bronze medals, all securing medal positions.
Specifically:
- Ganbold's Azjargal SILVER medal (Sant School, 11th grade)
- Soyolkhuu's Atarkhuu BRONZE (Sant School, 12th grade)
- Gurbazar's Batbayar BRONZE medal (Shine-Uye School, 11th grade)
- Munkhtulag's Munkh-Orgil BRONZE (School No. 1, 10th grade)
- Erkhembayar's Ichinbat BRONZE medal (Orkhon aimag, YaShUT School, 10th grade)
The Mongolian team leader and teacher, G. Munkhbayar, a teacher at the School of Science at the National University of Mongolia (NUM), reported this on his social media page.
Additionally, the coach of the Mongolian team students
Sports
PARIS 2024: Bavuudorj's Baasankhuu Becomes the 12th Silver Medalist in the History of the Mongolian Team
Published: Sat, 27 Jul 2024 | Translated from: ikon.mn
Bavuudorj's Baasankhuu, a native of Murun soum in Khuvsgul aimag and an athlete of the "Suld" sports committee of the General Executive Agency of Court Decision (GEACD), won a silver medal in the women's 48 kg judo competition.
Our athlete lost to Japan's Natsumi Tsunoda in the final, becoming the first medalist of this Olympics and the 12th silver medalist in the history of the Mongolian team, as well as the third female athlete to win a silver medal.
In this weight category, Sweden's 18-year-old Tara Babulfeit and France's Shirine Boukli won bronze medals.
The Olympic medal for the women's 48 kg category will be presented by B. Battushig, a member of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and the president of the Mongolian National Olympic Committee (MNOC).
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After the first day of the "PARIS 2024" Olympics, the Mongolian team ranks 13th in medal quality
Published: Sun, 28 Jul 2024 | Translated from: ikon.mn
Baasankhuu Bavuudorj of Mongolia won a silver medal in the 48 kg weight class of judo, putting Mongolians on the medal list from the very first day of the "Paris 2024" Olympics.
On the first day of the Olympics, 20 countries won some kind of medal. Australia leads the rankings with three gold and two silver medals on the first day, followed by China with two gold and one bronze, and the USA with one gold, two silver, and two bronze.
Additionally, 10 countries have won Olympic gold medals, while Mongolia and five other countries have silver, and Spain, Hungary, South Africa, and Sweden currently have one bronze medal each.
Top 10 medal-winning countries (by medal quality)
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Photos by: Ch.Ganbat
PARIS 2024: Cyclist S.Jambaldorj Finishes 28th
Published: Sat, 27 Jul 2024 | Translated from: ikon.mn
Our country has secured two spots in the Olympic cycling event. Today, the time trial race was held.
Out of 34 cyclists who competed in the time trial, our athlete S.Jambaljamc finished the course in 40:19.93 seconds, placing him 28th.
Belgian cyclists dominated this event. Belgian athlete Remco Evenepoel secured the gold medal with a time of 36:12.16 seconds, while Italy's Filippo Ganna won silver, and Belgium's Wout van Aert took bronze.
S.Jambaljamc's competition is not over yet. He will be competing in the mass start race on August 3rd at 17:00.
PARIS 2024: E. Davaakhuu to Compete in Top Eight
Published: Sat, 27 Jul 2024 | Translated from: ikon.mn
E. Davaakhuu, an athlete from the "Aldar" sports committee competing in the 10-meter air pistol event at the "Paris 2024" Olympics, has qualified for the top eight in the preliminary round.
Out of 33 athletes competing in this event, our athlete scored 578 points, securing seventh place and earning the right to compete in the finals.
The athletes who qualified for the top eight will shoot tomorrow, the 28th of this month, at 15:30 Ulaanbaatar time.
PARIS 2024: B. Baasankhuu Advances to Semi-Finals
Published: Sat, 27 Jul 2024 | Translated from: ikon.mn
In the 48 kg judo category, Sweden's Tara Babulfait, Japan's Natsumi Tsunado, Mongolia's B. Baasankhuu, and Spain's Laura Martenis have advanced to the final four.
Our athlete B. Baasankhuu's opponent will be the 25-year-old European Championship bronze medalist Laura Martenis. If she defeats her, she will compete for the gold medal.
The final matches will continue from 22:00.
B. Baasankhuu defeated Paraguay's Gabriela Narvaez with a shoulder throw technique, advancing to the final four.
Now, the medal matches will begin at 22:00.
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