Chairman of the State Great Khural G.Zandanshatar and Speaker of the Senate of Canada George J. Furey today held official talks at the State House.

At the outset, the two sides reaffirmed their commitments to further expanding Mongolia-Canada friendly relations and cooperation and underscored that the relations between the two countries are developing based on the common values of democracy, human rights, and freedom.

While underscoring that Canada is an important “third neighbor” of Mongolia, Chairman G.Zandanshatar emphasized that the Speaker’s visit is of utmost importance in advancing the shared objectives of elevating the bilateral relations to “Comprehensive Partnership” and further strengthening mutual trust.

Speaker George J. Furey emphasized that he highly commends Mongolia’s experience of strengthening democratic governance that values human rights and freedom regardless of being landlocked and situated between the two powerful neighbors while expressing commitment to putting substantial efforts to intensify bilateral cooperation. He also highlighted the significance of increasing the frequency of high-level political dialogues.

In addition, they mutually affirmed the importance of all-round support from the higher legislative bodies of the two countries to ensure the implementation of the "Road Map of Mongolia-Canada Cooperation for Comprehensive Partnership" and advance the relationship to a new level.

The parties attach great importance to jointly celebrating the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Mongolia and Canada in 2023, and agreed to organize mutual visits, meetings, and events aimed at expanding people-to-people links within the framework of the anniversary.

Chairman G.Zandanshatar put forth a proposal to start a major development project within the framework of the diplomatic anniversary between Mongolia and Canada. He then voiced his interest in enriching and further intensifying cooperation in the mining sector as well as developing relations and cooperation in other mutually beneficial areas. He also asked to study the possibility of reducing import customs duties on Mongolian textile goods through the establishment of a free trade agreement and expressed willingness to increase cooperation in the fields of agriculture, environment, education, communication, and information technology. He then put forth a request to pay attention to the possibility of facilitating the issue of mutual travel visas between citizens in the development of education and economic relations.

Speaker George J. Furey voiced his commitment to further enhancing cooperation in the field of education, including the implementation of student exchange programs. He also stated that the proposals put forward in the framework of cooperation between the two sides are mutually beneficial and resourceful sectors, and he said that he will work to further activate the dialogue to intensify mutually beneficial trade, economic, and development relations. He then pointed out that the leadership of the Chairman of the State Great Khural played an important role in the successful implementation of the projects to strengthen the professional and citizen-centered civil service, ensure gender equality and empower civil society in Mongolia.

The incredible momentum of the World Judo Championships continued on day three in Tashkent.

The International Judo Federation’s flagship event in the capital of Uzbekistan was a hive of activity, with locals and fans excitedly awaiting what promised to be another phenomenal day of Judo.

Silva wins again, nine years on

In the <57kg contest, Rafaela Silva, Brazil’s 2016 Olympic and 2013 World Champion, was on fire all day, despatching, Bulgaria’s Ivelina Ilieva and Israel’s Nelson Levy on the way to the final.

Here she faced Funakubo Haruka -- whose typically Japanese domination on the floor earnt her spot in the final.

But it was Silva's mastery of Uchi-mata -- one of the original Judo throws -- which won her the world title. Nine years on from her previous triumph, the raw emotion was there to see.

Kit McConnell, the International Olympic Committee Sports Director, awarded the medals.

"When I was hugging my coach," Silva said afterwards. "I actually couldn’t believe that I had become World Champion again. And she was saying to me ‘You did it, it’s real, this moment is real! You did it again."

Mongolia’s first World title since 2017

Japanese star Hashimoto Soichi looked in form for the <73kg category. The 2017 World Champion defeated Georgian legend and reigning World Champion Lasha Shavdatuashvili on the way to the final, cheered on by his family.

There he met Mongolia’s Olympic Bronze Medallist Tsogtbaatar Tsend-Ochir, a move against Canada’s Arthur Margelidon the highlight of his path to the final.

A lightning-fast counter saw Tsend-Ochir win Mongolia’s first World title since 2017. After the first edition of the Ulaanbaatar Grand Slam in June, this has been a fantastic year for Mongolian Judo.

Max-Hervé George, Ultima Group CEO, awarded the medals and the former President of Mongolia, and the President of the Mongolian Judo Association, His Excellency Battulga Kaltmaa, awarded his fellow countrymen the prize money.

"Today, I woke up to be number one," Tsend-Ochir said. "I came here today to be the World Champion and I did it."

There was phenomenal Judo on display from the local Uzbek team, and on each day the crowd has been elated to see their heroes in action. Tomorrow they have some more medal hopefuls a day not to be missed!

China's main coal supplying province Inner Mongolia had 11.1 million tonnes of coal in stocks at 77 major power utilities, up 4 million tonnes from a year ago, enough for 17 days' usage, said director with the electricity branch of the region's energy bureau.

Inner Mongolia undertook the task of supplying 45.4 million tonnes of coal in April and supplying 29.5 million tonnes of coal in July to other provinces.

About 800 million tonnes of coal were dispatched during first eight months in the region, with daily figure at 3.3 million tonnes, rising 21% from a year ago.

Inner Mongolia's power transmission to other areas totaled 146.7 TWh over January-August, rising 9.8% from a year ago.

Inner Mongolia has also became the first province that generated over 100 TWh of power from new energy in China, with total production reaching 65.5 TWh during the first half of this year, up 21.2% on the year.

(Writing by Rebecca Liu Editing by Tammy Yang)

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At the invitation of Chairman of the State Great Khural G.Zandanshatar, Speaker of the Senate of Canada George J. Furey is paying an official visit to Mongolia on October 9-13.

Following the welcoming ceremony at the central square today, Chairman of the State Great Khural G.Zandanshatar and Speaker of the Senate of Canada George J. Furey paid their respect to the Statue of Chinggis Khaan. Then, Mr. George J. Furey signed the Book of Honored Guests at the State House.

After holding bilateral talks today with the Mongolian Speaker on the further expansion of Mongolia-Canada relations and cooperation, Speaker George J. Furey will pay a courtesy call on the Mongolian President and hold meetings with the Prime Minister and some Cabinet members.

The Canadian Speaker will also become acquainted with the operation of Oyu Tolgoi and visit a nomadic family.

The second Political dialogue between Mongolia and the European Union was held on October 7in Brussels.

The dialogue was co-chaired by Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs B.Munkhjin and Deputy Secretary General for Political Affairs of the European External Action Services Enrique Mora.

During the dialogue, the parties expressed their views on regional and international issues of mutual interest and discussed the issues relating to current global challenges such as climate change and the energy crisis.

The Political dialogue is an important mechanism for the effective implementation of the “Partnership and Cooperation Agreement between Mongolia and the European Union, and the parties agreed to hold the next dialogue in 2023 in Ulaanbaatar.

Livestock accounts for more than 10% of the national gross domestic product and the industry employs 23% of the labor force. Animal numbers exploded in Mongolia in the wake of economic liberalization in the 1990s. When the country was under Soviet control, they were limited to around 25 million. Today that number has nearly tripled, to about 70 million.

Livestock numbers are so high that there is just no opportunity for the land to rest. According to a 2014 report by the Asian Development Bank, peak pasture growth is 75% of what it was 40 years ago and there are fewer highly nutritious plants. These changes affect livestock quality.

Between 1980 and 2000, for example, the average weight of sheep decreased by 4 kilograms (8 pounds), goats by 2 kilograms (4 pounds) and cattle by 10 kilograms (22 pounds). This, in turn, affects herders’ livelihoods, leading them to increase herd sizes to maintain their income and creating a vicious cycle of overgrazing.

Now, as of 2021, the Mongolian government has instituted a livestock tax of up to 2,000 togrogs (62 cents) per animal — with at least 80% of the collected revenue to be used for pasture maintenance.

Filipino- American Richard Buangan has taken his oath as the US ambassador to Mongolia, the US State Department has confirmed.

“I was honored to swear in Richard Buangan as @USAmbMongolia,” tweeted US Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman on Tuesday. “Distinguishing himself through hard work, skilled diplomacy, and positive, collegial relationships, Ambassador Buangan will reinforce our pride as Mongolia’s Third Neighbor.”

US President Joe Biden appointed Buangan as ambassador to Mongolia last April.

Based on his State Department profile, Buangan joined the US Department of State in 1999 and was assigned to Israel, China, France and the Ivory Coast. He also served as an executive assistant to then Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and more recently as the acting assistant secretary to the Bureau of Global Public Affairs from April 4 to June 30.

Born to a Filipino family in San Diego, California, he graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Economics from St. Edward’s University in Austin, Texas, and speaks four languages fluently.