Society
Teachers at public schools and kindergartens across Mongolia have been on strike for a third consecutive week. The protest, which began with about 10,000 teachers, has now expanded to include more than 30,000 nationwide. Currently, 596 schools and kindergartens have suspended operations. Last week, the “self-study week” provided
Economy & Business
Global rating agency S&P has upgraded Mongolia’s sovereign credit rating from “B+, Positive” to “BB-, Stable.” This improvement is expected to lower the country’s international borrowing costs and strengthen investor confidence. This marks Mongolia’s highest rating in 13 years. Recently, Fitch and Moody’s had
Arts & Sports
Top Mongolian CS2 team The MongolZ announced that key player Senzu (M.Azbayar, 19) has been moved to the reserve roster. The team had maintained a stable lineup since his addition in 2023. The reason for his benching remains undisclosed. The team has now added Controlez (B.Onodelger), former captain
Society
President U.Khurelsukh has conferred the honorary title of Hero of Labor on the First Central Hospital of Mongolia in celebration of its 100th anniversary. Over the past century, the hospital has provided medical services to more than 20 million patients, admitted 1.8 million for treatment, and performed over
Arts & Sports
An exhibition titled “Mongolia – A Journey Through Time” has opened in Zurich, Switzerland. Dedicated to promoting the legacy of Chinggis Khaan and showcasing Mongolia’s rich cultural heritage, the exhibition features more than 280 artifacts from the Chinggis Khaan National Museum. The exhibition will remain open to visitors until February
Society
Following public concern over a possible fuel shortage that led to long lines at gas stations nationwide, Mongolia’s Anti-Monopoly Agency launched an inspection into fuel suppliers. Authorities have stated that reserves remain stable despite the panic. The investigation found that 21 fuel retailers had jointly increased the price of
Society
Minister of Industry and Minerals G.Damdinyam called on citizens not to worry about fuel reserves and to purchase fuel according to their actual needs. Recent reports of fuel shortages have led to long queues forming across the country. He noted that daily fuel deliveries have doubled to 1,800
Society
Mongolia will conduct its Interim Population and Housing Census in 2025, using a registration-based digital method for the first time. The nationwide survey aims to collect and analyze key data on demographics, employment, education, migration, housing types, and living conditions. The census will draw on data from 15 government agencies,
Society
Teachers and education sector workers across Mongolia have launched a nationwide strike after failing to reach an agreement with the government on salary increases. The strike, described as “indefinite,” is expected to continue throughout this week. According to sources, more than 26,000 teachers are participating in the protest, including
Politics
A rare political storm, not only for Mongolia but even by global standards, erupted throughout the week as the State Great Khural (Parliament of Mongolia) voted in a single day to dismiss both the Prime Minister and the Speaker. The event marks the peak of internal divisions within the ruling
Society
Ulaanbaatar City has announced plans to build 12 micro parks across eight districts next year by reclaiming public spaces currently occupied by fences, garages, and street kiosks. The initiative aims to improve residents’ access to green, open areas within walking distance. New parks are planned in locations such as the
Politics
Albert Gore, who served as the 45th Vice President of the United States from 1993 to 2001, will be in Ulaanbaatar on October 2–3, 2025, to lead a training program for climate leaders. His organization, The Climate Reality Project, founded in 2006, has been conducting this training worldwide, with