The Government has a legal obligation to ascertain the number of active economic entities in the country every five years, and the count this year will be made between April 15 and May 15. Minister for Finance S.Bayartsogt heads the committee that will oversee the work. It held a meeting yesterday to discuss aims and modalities, and to decide on orientation methods for those who will do the job.

The business census will determine the number, location and structure of economic entities, ascertain their contribution to the economic and social development of the country, and collect detailed information on their service and output.