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MBCC “Doing Business with Mongolia seminar and Christmas Receptiom” Dec 10. 2024 London UK MBCCI London UK Goodman LLC

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Counter-Strike 2 at 2025 Esports World Cup Champions: Mongolian Pride www.esportsworldcup.com

After more than 1,000 matches across 24 titles, the 2025 Esports World Cup concluded with the CS2 at EWC 25 finals. In the final match, The Mongolz defeated Aurora Gaming, making them the last team to add their key to the Champions Totem. Congratulations to The Mongolz on their first-place finish at EWC 25!
No room for mistakes
CS2 at EWC 25 was a cutthroat, single-elimination tournament that gave Counter-Strike 2 squads no room for error. One loss meant your tournament was over. The pressure wouldn't phase The Mongolz.
Coming into the tournament as the 4th seed, The Mongolz began their championship run with a convincing 2-0 win over Gamer Legion. Their first struggle came in the quarterfinals versus 3DMAX, where they dropped the second game. But after taking the following third game 13-8 on Nuke, they managed to keep their title run alive.
Team Vitality – the highest ranked team in the world who had been flawless during CS2 at EWC 25 so far – was waiting for them in the semifinal. After an action-packed three-game series, the Mongolians managed to overcome the French favorites, booking their ticket to the finals.
A one-sided final affair
Thousands of supporters gathered in Mongolia to watch their compatriots fight for their country’s pride in the CS2 final at EWC 25. Motivation levels were at an all-time high for Ayush "mzinho" Batbold and his teammates.
The other side of the bracket featured a surprise – Aurora Gaming – leading many to believe The Mongolz were the favorites to win the entire competition. The Mongolian squad had faltered under pressure before, and it seemed like history could repeat itself as the first map came down to the wire.
Eventually, the favorites managed to take the opening map, winning 16-14 after an exciting overtime sequence. The second game, while not as close, went 13-9 in The Mongolz’s favor. The last map wasn’t close at all, as they closed it out in convincing fashion, 13-4.
SONY MVP
As the absolute stand-out performer, the SONY MVP Award could realistically only go to one player: Sodbayar “Techno4K” Munkhbold. By winning the prize for most valuable player, Techno4K secured a personal trophy and an additional $10,000 in prize money.
Club Championship
The MongolZ become the 21st unique club to take an EWC 25 title win after their CS2 at EWC 25 victory.
While Team Falcons surely wanted to end EWC 25 on a positive note after already securing the Club Championship win earlier in the week, Vitality was the team with a lot still on the line heading into the third-place decider. A win would secure the French organization an additional $1,000,000, as it would allow them to overtake Team Liquid and claim second place in the final standings.
The French squad seemed poised to secure their organization that extra prize money, taking the first game on Inferno 13-8. On the following maps, Train and Nuke, Falcons showed what they were capable of one more time. Taking both games 13-3, they left no doubt about who was the third-strongest team at EWC 25.

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Indonesia Pushes Stronger Diplomacy with Mongolia and Singapore, Reaffirms Support for Palestine www.metrotvnews.com

Ulaanbaatar: In an effort to reinforce Indonesia’s diplomatic posture, Deputy Foreign Minister Arrmanatha C. Nasir held two bilateral meetings on the sidelines of the 10th Forum for East Asia and Latin America Cooperation Foreign Ministers’ Meeting (10th FEALAC FMM) in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, on Friday, August 22.
The first meeting took place with Mongolia’s Foreign Minister, H.E. Battsetseg Batmunkh.
According to the Indonesian Foreign Ministry’s official statement released on Saturday, August 23, Deputy Minister Arrmanatha, popularly known as Tata, expressed appreciation for Mongolia’s success in hosting FEALAC and underscored the importance of enhancing Indonesia–Mongolia strategic relations.
The two sides discussed strengthening their partnership through the implementation of the Memorandum of Understanding on Political Consultation, signed in Jakarta on May 21, 2025, as well as the possibility of reciprocal state visits in 2026 to mark the 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries. Other agenda items included fostering people-to-people connections and expanding cooperation in multilateral forums.
The second meeting was held with Singapore’s Senior Minister of State for Foreign Affairs and Home Affairs, H.E. Sim Ann. Deputy Minister Tata highlighted the close ties between Indonesia and Singapore, as reflected in the intensity of high-level exchanges, including President Prabowo Subianto’s attendance at Singapore’s National Day Parade earlier this month.
On multilateral issues, both countries reaffirmed their commitment to continue supporting each other in international forums. Singapore also conveyed its appreciation for Indonesia’s humanitarian assistance initiative for Gaza and Jakarta’s diplomatic efforts that have led to more countries recognizing Palestine.
In response, Deputy Minister Tata reiterated Indonesia’s dedication to supporting the Palestinian people.
“Indonesia will continue to push forward negotiations toward a two-state solution, while consistently respecting the aspirations and consent of the Palestinian people,” he concluded.
Also read:  Singapore PM Hails Indonesia’s Progress on 80th Independence Anniversary
By Willy Haryono

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Beijing: SCO prepared to expand membership www.themalaysianreserve.com

The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) remains prepared to expand its membership to countries that share its vision, said China’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning.
“The SCO will uphold the principle of openness and inclusiveness and keep its doors open to all countries who identify with the Shanghai spirit,” she told reporters at her regular press conference on Friday.
Mao Ning said this when responding to a question if the attendance of SCO non-dialogue partners countries, such as Indonesia, Malaysia, Vietnam and Cambodia, indicates that SCO is considering admission of new member states.
The text of her press conference was published on the ministry’s website.
On Friday, Bernama reported China’s Assistant Foreign Minister Liu Bin as saying that Malaysia’s Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim will join more than 20 world leaders at the upcoming SCO Summit 2025 in Tianjin, China, from Aug 31 to Sept 1.
An official from the Malaysian Embassy in Beijing said Malaysia will be involved in the SCO Plus Meeting during the summit.
SCO was established in 2001 in Shanghai by six founding nations – China, Russia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan.
The member countries have now expanded to 10 after Pakistan, India, Iran and Belarus joined the organisation, while Mongolia and Afghanistan have been granted observer status.
Among the 13 SCO dialogue partners are Sri Lanka, Turkiye, Egypt, Saudi Arabia and the Maldives

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China extends rare earth controls to imported material www.mining.com

China has rolled out tighter controls on the mining and processing of rare earths by extending its quota system to include imported materials and requiring enterprises to report on the flow of strategic minerals regularly.
According to documents from departments led by the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT), the new provisions stipulate that China’s quota system would apply not only to domestically produced rare earths, but also to those coming from abroad for refining.
China currently leads the global production of rare earths—a group of 17 elements that are essential to a wide range of high-tech and green technologies, including electronics, electric vehicles and wind turbines. The country also controls nearly all of the minerals’ processing, making it the undisputed dominant player in the rare earth supply chain.
In addition to the inclusion of imported minerals in the new quota system, companies involved in the production process must now submit monthly data on rare earth flows, including imports, into a newly established government information platform by the 10th of each month.
According to a report by the South China Morning Post, these rules were issued as guidelines on implementing the country’s Rare Earth Management Regulations that took effect this past October.
The documents, which the Hong Kong-based paper says are effective immediately, specifically detailed how government agencies should manage quotas for designated companies and make the flow of rare earth products traceable.
The latest move aligns with a string of recent regulatory actions, from adding rare earths and magnets to export restriction lists in April to issuing 2025 production quotas without the customary public notice—a sign of more discreet but firm regulatory posture.
“Compared to the previous quota system, which only regulated domestic raw materials, the new measures explicitly regulate imported ones,” stated Li Chao, chief analyst at Guojin Securities, adding that it further enhances China’s control over the rare earth supply chain.
Although official production and export quota figures were not disclosed, penalties for non‑compliance may include fines and cuts to future allocations.

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Mining Week 2025 to Be Held in September www.montsame.mn

The Ministry of Mining and Heavy Industry (MMHI), Mineral Resources and Petroleum Authority, and the Mongolian National Mining Association (MNMA) will co-organize the “Mining Week & Mine Pro 2025” International Expo Convention for the fourth consecutive year from September 11 to 13, 2025.
This year’s Mining Week will be held under the main theme “Mining Momentum in Mongolia: Driving Progress and Responsibility” at the foot of the Taij Mountain in Nalaikh District. International reputable sector associations will participate, including the Mining Association of Canada, which formulated the Towards Sustainable Mining (TSM) standard, and the China Mining Association, which is cooperating with the MNMA to expand investment and export.
According to the MMHI and MNMA, during Mining Week 2025, stakeholders will discuss sustainable development policies, responsible mining, investment opportunities, global trends, geological research and exploration, new energy, challenges facing the oil sector, and advanced technology. The discussions will also focus on ensuring a sustainable industrial value chain and advancing industrialization through strategic policies and emerging trends.
Suppliers, significant mining projects, international investors, financial organizations, consultancy and technology companies will participate in the Convention, where stakeholders will have the opportunity to share information and commence business partnerships.
Event highlights include Business Matchmaking sessions, designed to facilitate targeted networking and partnership development, the “Future Engineers,” aimed at providing information on new technology and professions in the sector, as well as the Miners’ Naadam Festival.

 

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Mongolia converts mainline diesel locomotive to hybrid traction for the first time www.rollingstockworld.com

The state-owned company Mongolian Railway has converted a 2TE116 locomotive to diesel-battery hybrid traction. The project was carried out for a year together with Chinese experts.
The traction system of the renewed locomotive consists of two 440 kW batteries and two 400 kW engines. The total power of the six-axle vehicle, designated the ESO, is 1,680 kW. It is claimed that the locomotive’s fuel consumption was decreased by 60–70%, with harmful emissions eliminated. Externally, the ESO resembles a shunter, but its intended operational role remains unspecified.
The refurbished double-section locomotive 2TE116 was produced in 1984 at the Lugansk Locomotive Works and has been out of service since 2014 due to having reached the end of its operational life. The current fleet of the Ulaanbaatar Railway in Mongolia includes four locomotives of this series.

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Mongolia-Singapore Cooperation to Advance www.montsame.mn

Minister of Foreign Affairs of Mongolia, Battsetseg Batmunkh, received Senior Minister of State of Foreign and Home Affairs of the Republic of Singapore, Sim Ann, on August 21, 2025.
Minister Battsetseg Batmunkh commenced the meeting by noting that 2025 marks the 55th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Mongolia and Singapore, and expressed her appreciation for Minister Sim Ann’s participation in the 10th Foreign Ministers’ Meeting of the Forum for East Asia-Latin America Cooperation (FEALAC).
The Minister Battsetseg further emphasized that relations and cooperation with Southeast Asian countries hold a significant position in Mongolia’s foreign policy toward the Asia-Pacific region, and reaffirmed her commitment to strengthening mutually beneficial collaboration with Singapore, a key member of ASEAN.
Minister Sim Ann congratulated Mongolia on the successful organization of the FEALAC’s 10th Foreign Ministers’ Meeting, expressing her willingness to collaborate in enriching and advancing bilateral relations with a strong economic dimension. Both parties reaffirmed their commitment to close cooperation within the framework of the United Nations and other international cooperation organizations.

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FIBA U16 Asia Cup to Be Held in Mongolia www.montsame.mn

The International Basketball Federation (FIBA) will organize the Asia Cup for boys aged 16 and under (U16) from August 31 to September 7, 2025, in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia.
The Mongolian National U16 Basketball Team will compete in the FIBA U16 Asia Cup for the first time in Group C, along with teams from the People’s Republic of China, the Republic of Korea, and Malaysia. The champion of this tournament will earn the right to compete in the U17 World Championships 2026. The Mongolian team, which began its rehearsals on June 1, 2025, plans to have a friendly match with the national teams from New Zealand and the Kingdom of Bahrain on August 27 and 28, 2025. At the initiative of Head Coach Vassilis Fragkias, the U16 and U18 teams are rehearsing together on weekends.
The tournament is a significant opportunity for youth athletes to showcase their skills and potential on the global stage. In the past, teams from the People’s Republic of China and the Commonwealth of Australia have won three times each, and the team from the Republic of Korea has won once in the FIBA U16 Asia Cup.

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Mongolia’s Continuing Quest for Energy Security www.thediplomat.com

Mongolia’s new Prime Minister Zandanshatar Gombojav recently directed government agencies to prioritize early preparations for the upcoming winter. This includes conserving energy use and limiting exports of certain agricultural products to ensure adequate supplies during the winter season. 
But to prepare for this winter, and winters to come, Mongolia will need to not only conserve energy but boost supply. Mongolia’s government is working to improve energy security, both through the use of fossil fuels and renewable energy sources.
Last week, Zandanshatar visited thermal power plants in the Ulaanbaatar city limits and assessed production levels. In an effort to increase energy production, the prime minister encouraged the plants to expand capacity by 50 percent. 
At the same time, Mongolia is increasing investment in renewable energy and seeking partnership to support that transition. On August 20, Mongolia hosted the Fourth Mongolia-South Korea Strategic Forum, where Zandanshatar emphasized cooperation between the two countries in the introduction of modern renewable energy technology. 
While the government is prioritizing energy reform, there are several underlining issues that needs to be addressed.  
For years, Mongolia’s energy shortages have been a recurring issue for policymakers. Mass migration from the rural countryside to Ulaanbaatar has resulted in a population boom – and increased energy usage. The population shift to the capital is understandable; migrants are seeking better education and work. But the energy system is struggling to meet the demand now that Ulaanbaatar is home to one-third of the country’s population. The construction of high-rise apartment complexes and modern housing units will require additional energy sources. 
In order to supply electricity to these new communities, Ulaanbaatar’s energy capacity must be increased. But to ensure true energy security, this needs to be done with an eye toward diversifying Mongolia’s energy sources.
As of 2022, coal supplied 86 percent of the country’s electricity, with another 4 percent coming from oil. Despite government interest, renewable energy remains limited, with wind, solar, and hydropower combining supplying less than 10 percent of electricity.
Mongolia currently aims to reach 30 percent solar power capacity by 2030. To reach this goal, Mongolia will need to incentivize foreign investment – but Ulaanbaatar needs to be selective and strategic about its partnerships. 
In the first half of 2025, Mongolia became the second largest importer of Russian energy, importing 16 percent of its domestic energy consumption from Russia. By contrast, China’s imports of Russian energy have dropped. This highlights China’s growing energy self-reliance, in large part due to its success in establishing diverse renewable energy sources. While Mongolia and China have potential to cooperate in renewable energy, much of current Chinese investment remains focused in the mining sector. 
In addition to China, Mongolia is hoping to boost investment in its energy sector from “third neighbors,” especially those with technological advantages like Japan and South Korea. In this context, the U.S. decision to reduce investment in wind and solar power will impact Mongolia’s renewable energy sector. 
The Mongolian government is aiming to create an investment friendly environment. In comparison to the previous Oyun-Erdene Luvsannamsrai administration, Zandanshatar is leaning more toward liberalization of certain markets, reducing Public-Private Partnerships and abolishing 22 state-owned enterprises. But as Mongolia seeks to boost foreign investment, one of the major challenges facing the renewable energy sector specifically is that the laws have not been consistent. The initial law on renewable energy of 2007 was amended in 2008, 2009, 2011, 2012, 2019, and 2022. Having stable regulation will be crucial for attracting investment in renewable energy – and that, in turn, is key to ensuring Mongolia’s energy security. 
Guest Author
Bolor Lkhaajav
Bolor Lkhaajav is a researcher specializing in Mongolia, China, Russia, Japan, East Asia, and the Americas. She holds an M.A. in Asia-Pacific Studies from the University of San Francisco.

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Uranium Legal Regulations of Mongolia www.gratanet.com

The State Great Khural of Mongolia, by Resolution No. 45 on June 25, 2009, adopted the “State Policy of Mongolia on Radioactive Minerals and Nuclear Energy” and enacted the “Law on Nuclear Energy” on July 16, 2009. Upon the adoption and entry into force of the “Law on Amendments to the Law on Nuclear Energy" on January 6, 2023, the Mineral Resources and Petroleum Authority was designated as the competent authority for issuing, suspending, and revoking licenses for the exploration, exploitation, and use of radioactive minerals, as well as for related matters.
The “Law on the Procedure for Negotiating Investment Agreements with Investors under the Law on Nuclear Energy” was adopted and entered into force on January 9, 2025.
Furthermore, the Mongolian Nuclear Energy Commission has signed memorandums of understanding with countries including France, Japan, India, the Czech Republic, the United States, Russia, China, Canada, and South Korea to promote cooperation in the radioactive minerals sector and the development of the nuclear energy sector.
The Law on Nuclear Energy
According to the Law on Nuclear Energy, "radioactive minerals" are defined as mineral deposits containing radioactive isotopes of the uranium and thorium families. Pursuant to the Law, all radioactive mineral deposits, irrespective of their size, are classified as mineral deposits of strategic importance.
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