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Officers Participating in Peacekeeping Operations to Receive 80 Percent of Mission Expenses www.montsame.mn

It has been decided that 80 percent of the UN reimbursement for troop contributions to peacekeeping operations will be allocated as mission allowance to the personnel of the Armed Forces contingent, and the remaining 20 percent will be channeled to the Armed Forces Development Fund.
The United Nations reimburses the Government for compensation provided to service members who have served in peacekeeping operations, calculated individually for each member of the respective military contingent. However, in the case of Mongolia, the mission allowance granted to the personnel of the military contingent serving in UN peacekeeping operations has been provided through the Government’s decision. At the Government meeting on October 23, 2025, the Government’s resolution stipulates that 80 percent will be allocated to the peacekeepers and 20 percent will be channeled to the Armed Forces Development Fund. Previously, in 2006, the distribution was 60 percent to peacekeepers and 40 percent to the Armed Forces Development Fund. Furthermore, Resolution No. 270 amended this to a 70:30 split in 2011.
Member of Parliament and Minister of Defense Batlut Damba stated, “A decision has been made to change the mission allowance for personnel participating in UN peacekeeping operations. Since 2002, in duplicate count, approximately 23,000 service members have served in UN peacekeeping operations over a period of 23 years. At the Government meeting on October 23, 2025, it was resolved that 80 percent of the allowance will be given to the personnel who performed the duty, and 20 percent will be allocated to the Armed Forces Development Fund. This marks a significant improvement in the social welfare of the service members participating in peacekeeping operations. The key feature of this decision is that service members who have completed a full year of duty in distant lands will now be provided with an additional MNT 6.0 million in mission allowance.
Currently, a motorized rifle battalion comprising 850 personnel is honorably executing its duty in the Republic of South Sudan, while a medical team with four service members is doing the same in the Republic of Lebanon.

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Mongolia's top court blocks bid to oust prime minister, deepening political deadlock www.reuters.com

BEIJING, Oct 23 (Reuters) - Mongolia's top court ruled that a parliamentary vote to oust the prime minister was unconstitutional, a move analysts say could lock the coal-rich country into years of further political turmoil as factions in the ruling party feud over the economy.
The Constitutional Court on Wednesday evening said a motion passed by the State Great Khural or parliament last Friday to dismiss Prime Minister Zandanshatar Gombojav had no legal basis, China's state broadcaster reported on Thursday. Mongolia's official news agency, Montsame, has not yet reported on the decision.
The court sided with President Khurelsukh Ukhnaa, who on Monday vetoed the parliament's resolution to dismiss Zandanshatar, citing procedural irregularities, including the use of an "incorrect voting formula."
Zandanshatar, nominated by President Khurelsukh and named as prime minister in June, is expected to be able to fend off reformists within the Mongolian People's Party led by former parliamentary speaker Amarbayasgalan Dashzegve, said Xu Tianchen, a senior analyst at the Economist Intelligence Unit.
Zandanshatar is seeking to push through a more conservative economic policy ahead of the next election in 2027, resisting calls for stronger anti-corruption measures and progressive taxation.
But the confrontation could lead to an economically damaging policy stalemate, analysts say, worsening a cost-of-living crisis and delaying efforts to diversify the economy beyond mining, as government instability hampers long-term planning and deters foreign investment.
The Mongolian People's Party also faces pressure to address public discontent over allegations that government officials misappropriated state funds and were engaged in corruption.
Those concerns sparked large-scale street protests in urban centers, including the capital Ulaanbaatar, which ultimately prompted parliament to vote to remove Prime Minister L. Oyun-Erdene four months ago.
"I'm afraid that the turbulence will last until 2027, as the factional conflict within the Mongolian People's Party continues," said Xu.
"President Khurelsukh has tried to defend his people, but his influence will diminish as he approaches the end of his presidency," he added. "Amarbayasgalan and his fellows will try hard to dominate the political landscape."
But look, the tariffs are much more powerful than the rare earth.
Reporting by Joe Cash, Xiuhao Chen, Liz Lee and Shanghai newsroom; Editing by Muralikumar Anantharaman and Lincoln Feast.

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Mongolia’s PM to stay in power after court rules dismissal illegal www.intellinews.com

Mongolia’s nine-member Constitutional Court announced late on October 22 that a parliamentary resolution to dismiss Prime Minister Zandanshatar Gombojav was illegal. Court member O. Monkhsaikhan confirmed the ruling after a closed-door session, local media reported.
The court ruling follows a presidential veto of the parliamentary vote announced on October 20. President Khurelsukh Ukhnaa’s office said the vote to remove Zandanshatar was invalid because a quorum was not present when Parliament began deliberating the matter.
The court decision and the presidential ruling cap a tumultuous week in Mongolia. In addition to the move to oust Zandanshatar, the Speaker of Parliament, Amarbayasgalan Dashzegve, resigned from his position last week.
The crisis stems from a power struggle between Amarbayasgalan and Zandanshatar and the factions behind them. In September, Zandanshatar lost the leadership of the ruling Mongolian People’s Party (MPP) to Amarbayasgalan and later accused the speaker of being connected to corruption in the coal industry.
Amar Adiya, publisher of the online newsletter Mongolia Weekly, said the pro-speaker group “rushed and sloppily handled the motion.” He does not expect a second attempt to vote out Zandanshatar. If the current situation holds, it will allow the government to pass a badly needed spending budget for the coming year.
“It closes the issue for now,” said Amar. “A relief for Zandanshatar loyalists and [it] ensures a sort of government stability, temporarily at least.”
The crisis roiling the MPP could come to a head—or be resolved—when the party meets for a congress in mid-November. Mongolians and observers will watch the proceedings carefully as the factions within the party look to resolve their issues.
“A resolution seems unlikely unless both parties are willing to compromise and put aside their pride,” said Amar. “As things stand, a significant sacrifice is needed to break the impasse.”
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Government to Provide Concessional Loans to Support Fuel Stockpile www.montsame.mn

 During its regular session on October 22, 2025, the Cabinet of Mongolia decided to increase the country’s fuel reserve to 30 days and to provide concessional loans to enterprises to achieve this goal.
As part of efforts to boost reserves, the Cabinet instructed Minister of Finance of Mongolia Javkhlan Bold and Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources of Mongolia Damdinnyam Gongor to arrange financing for the working capital needs of companies responsible for maintaining mandatory fuel reserves under Government Resolution No.134 of 2024. The required funds will be provided as concessional loans, with interest subsidies to be covered from the Government’s reserve fund.
Minister Damdinnyam stated today that fuel supply remains stable. “In recent days, consumption has doubled. Ulaanbaatar normally consumes 950–1,200 tons of fuel per day, but currently 1,800–2,000 tons are being supplied,” he said.

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Erdenes Tavantolgoi Exports 21 Million Tons of Coal in 10 Months www,montsame.mn

 “Erdenes Tavantolgoi” JSC has exported 21 million tons of coal as of October 22, supported by enhanced sales strategies, streamlined shipping, and improved transport logistics.
Of the total volume, 20.5 million tons were exported via Gashuunsukhait Port, the company’s primary gateway for coal shipments. An additional 0.5 million tons were transported through Khangi Port, a newer facility equipped with a dedicated railway line completed in late 2022.
On October 18 alone, 406 vehicles were dispatched – marking the highest single-day export volume recorded this year.
Amid growing demand for coal in China, the share of coal sold through the stock exchange rose from 28 percent in January to 40 percent by October 2025.

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World Bank Backs Mongolia's Power Grid Upgrade www.miragenews.com

In a significant step to strengthen Mongolia's electricity infrastructure, the World Bank has approved a new project designed to bolster electricity service reliability and security, and support the country's transition to a low-carbon energy future. The Fourth Energy Sector Project will focus on increasing the capacity and reliability of the Central Energy System's transmission grid while promoting the integration of renewable energy sources.
"The World Bank is pleased to continue supporting the Government of Mongolia in its efforts to strengthen the reliability and sustainability of the country's electricity system," said World Bank Country Manager for Mongolia Taehyun Lee. "This project will help advance Mongolia's low-carbon development goals while supporting inclusive economic growth and job creation."
Closely aligned with Mongolia's New Recovery Policy and Government Action Plan for 2024-2028, the project will support the construction of a 220 kV transmission line from the existing Mandal Substation to the new Uvurkhangai Substation, the expansion and development of existing and new power substations in Mandalgovi, Arvaikheer and Bayankhongor, and associated 110kV connection lines.
These investments are expected to improve access to reliable electricity services for about 200,000 people in the Central and Western Regions. Over 590MW of increased transmission capacity would reduce electricity outages by about 50 percent in the project areas and enable the development and integration of about 150MW of wind and solar PV in the electricity system. Climate proofing measures will be implemented in the construction of transmission lines and power substations to enhance their resilience.
The Fourth Energy Sector Project is backed by US$78 million from the World Bank's International Bank for Reconstruction and Development. It is part of the World Bank's Accelerating Sustainable Energy Transition Multi-Phase Programmatic Approach which aims to accelerate the scale-up and grid integration of renewable energy in participating countries across the East Asia and the Pacific region.

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117mln trees planted in Mongolia under ‘Billions of Trees’ campaign www.qazinform.com

As part of the Billions of Trees national movement initiated by the President of Mongolia, the National Tree Planting Days campaign is underway across the country until the end of October 2025, Montsame reported.
Over the past weekend, more than 2,500 volunteers from 225 public and private organizations planted around 3,500 trees and seedlings of 12 species at three sites in Ulaanbaatar.
In the National Garden Park, 65 organizations planted 500 trees and 1,500 shrubs.
In the International Garden of Mongolia, 50 organizations planted another 500 trees and 1,500 shrubs.
At New Nalaikh Park, 90 organizations contributed 500 trees and 500 shrubs.
Secondary school students are also actively participating in the Autumn Tee Planting Days. More than 18,000 organizations, businesses, and citizens have planted over two million trees this season countrywide. Tree planting and sapling fairs have been held in aimags, soums, and districts to support the initiative.
Earlier this year, during the spring planting season, over 3,400 organizations and 185,000 citizens planted 8.4 million trees. Since the launch of the movement, officials report that 117 million trees have been planted and successfully grown across the country.
Looking ahead, it is estimated that by 2030, large mining companies will plant 608 million trees, while aimags and the capital city are expected to contribute more than 680 million.
Under Presidential Decree No. 58 issued in 2021, all citizens are encouraged to plant, care for, and grow trees every spring and autumn.

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Mongolia's measles cases surpass 13,000 www.xinhuanet.com

The total number of measles cases in Mongolia has increased to 13,532, the country's National Center for Communicable Diseases (NCCD) said Wednesday.
Meanwhile, the total number of recoveries has reached 13,514. Currently, seven people remained in hospital, the NCCD said in a statement.
The majority of new measles infections were among school-age children who had only one shot of the measles vaccine, it said.
In view of this, the NCCD advised parents to protect their children from a potentially severe disease by getting them two doses of the measles vaccine.
Measles is a highly contagious viral disease transmitted by respiratory droplets and direct contact.
Common complications include fever, dry cough, runny nose, sore throat and inflamed eyes. The disease can be prevented by immunization.

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Tugrug Deposits Increase While Foreign Currency Savings Decline www.montsame.mn

As of the end of September 2025, tugrug-denominated deposits totaled MNT 23.5 trillion, an increase of 13.8 percent, or MNT 2.9 trillion, from the same period of 2024, and up 2 percent, or MNT 456.1 billion, from the previous month.
Of the total tugrug deposits, 86.1 percent, or MNT 20.2 trillion, belonged to individuals, while 13.9 percent, or MNT 3.3 trillion, was held by enterprises and organizations.
Meanwhile, foreign currency deposits totaled MNT 5.3 trillion, an increase of 18.4 percent, or MNT 819.6 billion, from a year earlier, but a decrease of 2.9 percent, or MNT 157.4 billion, from the previous month, according to the National Statistics Office.
Additionally, the amount of cash in circulation reached MNT 1.2 trillion during the same period, representing a decrease of 3 percent, or MNT 37.6 billion, from a year earlier and 1.2 percent, or MNT 14.7 billion, from the previous month.

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Eighth pillar of cable car system installed www.gogo.mn

Construction of a new cable car system on the Yarmag–Kharkhorin route, designed to ease traffic in the western and southern parts of the capital, is progressing steadily. The Construction work began in March, 2025 and the project is scheduled to enter full operation in October, 2026. Officials expect the system to carry about 18% of traffic along this corridor when complete.
The first line will run through the Yarmag–Artsat–Unur area, with a second line planned toward the National Park–National Amusement Park direction. Construction of the first line is proceeding on schedule: pillar installation and station construction are under way, and today the eighth pillar was installed. The project calls for a total of 19 pillars.
Concrete pouring for the project is due to finish by October 30. Once the foundations are complete and have passed a 28-day curing period, the metal superstructure can be erected quickly, engineers estimate the metal sections can be installed within two days per span. As of today the foundations are 75% complete, and installation of all support towers is scheduled to finish in November.
Work on systems and interiors, plumbing, heating, ventilation, fit-out of reception buildings, and communications and signaling, is planned to begin in January, 2026.

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