Mineral Resources and Energy Minister D.Zorigt and Nature, Environment and Tourism Minister L.Gansukh have announced plans to distribute eco-friendly ger heaters before winter. The effort is part of a “fresh air” initiative to reduce air pollution in Ulaanbaatar. The initiative

There is speculation that B.Khurts, Head of Administration at the National Security Council, might be extradited from Britain to Germany on Friday. In accordance with a decision by a court in London, his extradition has been delayed until his appeals

At Wednesday’s Cabinet meeting, ministers discussed the annual fee that students in Mongolian universities, institutes, and colleges receive from the Human Development Fund. Our correspondent spoke about the issue with Yo.Otgonbayr, the Minister for Education, Culture and Science.   – Will

United States Vice President Joe Biden might encounter some protesters when he visits Mongolia on Monday, August 22. Mr. Biden was invited to Mongolia by Prime Minister S.Batbold to show that Mongolia regards the U.S. as a “third neighbor.”Officials say

Under a program passed by the Parliament, the Government says it will build 100,000 new homes in Mongolia. According to the program, 75,000 homes will be built in Ulaanbaatar and 25,000 will be built in the countryside. But the Government

Over 50 prosecutors from Darkhan, Selenge, and Bulgan provinces will take part in a special instructional course on Friday. That was announced yesterday by the head of research, instruction and cooperation at the State General Prosecutor’s Office, G.Buambatsogt. The course

A joint Mongolia-South Korea “water forum” was recently held at the Ministry of Environment and Tourism. The forum was designed to improve cooperation between water organizations in the two nations, train water experts, give Mongolian water specialists the opportunity to

The world`s best judo wrestlers are coming to Ulaanbaatar to compete in the Judo World Cup September 10 and 11. This year’s competition is especially important, since participants can earn qualifying points for the Olympic Games in London next year.

Government ministers met today to discuss several issues, including education and taxes. The Minister of Education, Culture and Science raised an issue about students’ tuition fees. Just before Nadaam, MPs approved a law that grants qualifying students in Mongolian universities

It may still be summer, but in Mongolia preparations for winter are well underway. Herders are making hay, and farmers are preparing to harvest wheat. Our correspondent spoke about the preparations with the Minister of Food, Agriculture and Light Industry,