by Robert Ritz
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Economy AI-92 Gasoline Up MNT 250/L, Diesel Down MNT 150/L Following Russian Price Changes Published: 2026-07-16 From July 15, fuel retailers will raise AI-92 gasoline prices by MNT 250 per liter and cut diesel by MNT 150 per liter, according to the Ministry of Industry and Mineral Reso
Politics Parliament Bans Under-18s from Riding Mopeds and E‑Scooters from July 2026 Published: 2026-07-15 Parliament approved amendments to the Law on Road Traffic Safety regulating the use of mopeds, e‑scooters, and “surron”-type electric bikes. Effective July 1, 2026, individuals unde
Economy Summer Tourism Surge Brings 56,000 South Koreans and 13,000 Japanese Visitors Published: 2026-07-14 Tourist arrivals have climbed sharply during the peak summer season, with most visitors coming from Russia, China, South Korea, Japan, Kazakhstan, and the United States. Authoriti
Economy Tourist Arrivals Reach 418,732 in First Seven Months, Led by Russia, China, and South Korea Published: 2026-07-13 Mongolia recorded 418,732 tourist arrivals in the first seven months of 2026, according to Ikon. The largest shares came from Russia, China, South Korea, Japan, Kaza
Diplomacy State Visit Strengthens Mongolia–South Korea Strategic Partnership with 21 New Agreements Published: 2026-07-12 South Korean President Lee Jae-myeong and First Lady Kim Hye-kyung concluded a state visit to Ulaanbaatar at the invitation of President Ukhnaagiin Khurelsukh, marki
Diplomacy ROK President Joins Naadam Opening as Ulaanbaatar and Seoul Publish Strategic Partnership Declaration Published: 2026-07-11 South Korean President Lee Jae-myung and First Lady Kim Hye-kyung attended Naadam’s opening ceremony in Ulaanbaatar and took part in a traditional archer
Politics Flag Day Parade Showcases New Defense Gear and Domestic Production in Expanded Display Published: 2026-07-10 Mongolia marked State Flag Day on July 10 with an expanded military parade on Sukhbaatar Square, featuring over 4,400 service members in the capital and more than 8,500
Economy Oyu Tolgoi Hits Full Production with Favorable Markets, Board Chair Says Published: 2026-07-09 Oyu Tolgoi LLC Board Chair Sean Hinton said the copper-gold mine has entered a “historic inflection point,” reaching full operating capacity as global metals prices strengthen. In an i
Politics Cabinet Approves New Primary School Models; Sets Health Screenings, Energy Auctions, and Road Overhaul Published: 2026-07-08 The cabinet approved measures to ease public school overcrowding by introducing location-specific primary school models starting in the 2026–2027 academi
Politics Uchral Administration Marks 100 Days with Market Reforms, Oyu Tolgoi Deal Gains Published: 2026-07-07 Prime Minister N. Uchral marked 100 days in office highlighting a pro-market reform drive and a revised Oyu Tolgoi framework expected to deliver over MNT 30 trillion in savings
July 11, 2026 to July 17, 2026 This week's top 10 stories from Mongolia, selected from our daily intelligence briefs. --- 1. State Visit Strengthens Mongolia–South Korea Strategic Partnership with 21 New Agreements South Korean President Lee Jae-myeong’s state visit to Ulaanbaatar, the f
July 4, 2026 to July 10, 2026 This week's top 10 stories from Mongolia, selected from our daily intelligence briefs. --- 1. South Korean President Begins State Visit, Poised to Launch ‘Golden Era’ and Deepen Critical Minerals Ties South Korean President Lee Jae-myung arrived in Ulaanbaat
June 27, 2026 to July 3, 2026 This week's top 10 stories from Mongolia, selected from our daily intelligence briefs. --- 1. Oyu Tolgoi Loan Rate Cut Welcomed as Analyst Warns of Enduring FX Risk Mongolia and Rio Tinto have agreed to cut the Oyu Tolgoi shareholder loan interest rate from
June 20, 2026 to June 26, 2026 This week's top 10 stories from Mongolia, selected from our daily intelligence briefs. --- 1. Copper Smelter Talks Begin with NFC as Government Targets Onshore Processing and Wealth Fund Growth Mongolia has begun formal talks on a copper concentrate smeltin
June 13, 2026 to June 19, 2026 This week's top 10 stories from Mongolia, selected from our daily intelligence briefs. --- 1. Beijing Pledges FMD Vaccines and Trade Expansion During Wang Yi’s Visit China and Mongolia used Foreign Minister Wang Yi’s June 13–15 visit to Ulaanbaatar to reinf