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Magnitude 5.3 earthquake strikes northernmost Mongolia www.thestar.com.my

A magnitude 5.3 earthquake was recorded at 18:22:57 on June 4 in the Shaanii Uul area, located 71 km northwest of Ulaan-Uul soum centre and 230 km north of the Khuvsgul province centre, near Mungarag in Ulaan-Uul.
The Emergency Management Agency received notification of the quake via email at 18:31 from the Institute of Astronomy and Geophysics.
According to the Governors' Offices of Ulaan-Uul and Tsagaannuur, earthquake tremors were felt in the area, but no damage has been reported. The Deputy Governor of Ryenchinlkhumbe also confirmed that tremors were not felt in their jurisdiction and that no damage occurred. - Go Go Mongolia/ANN

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Uzbekistan launches pilot freight transport along new corridor to China and Mongolia www.en.trend.az

Uzbekistan's Ministry of Transport, in cooperation with the Chamber of Commerce and Industry, has launched the first pilot freight transport along the Uzbekistan–Kyrgyzstan–China–Mongolia corridor to expand market access and establish new road freight routes, Trend reports.
This milestone marks the beginning of a promising international transport corridor, made possible through effective collaboration between participating countries and joint efforts in developing logistics infrastructure. The corridor opens up new opportunities for trade growth and enhanced transport and logistics connectivity across the region.
The newly established route is expected to significantly boost the volume of export and import freight between the involved countries, expand the geography of trade relations, and reduce delivery times for goods.
Amid ongoing challenges in the global logistics market, the development of this corridor is especially important for Uzbek national carriers. It offers a strategic advantage for expanding their business, improving operational efficiency, and strengthening their position at both regional and global levels.

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Draft Law on Amendments to the General Law on Taxation to Be Submitted to Parliament www.montsame.mn

During its regular session on June 4, 2025, the Cabinet of Mongolia discussed the draft Law on Amendments to the General Law on Taxation and decided to submit it to the State Great Khural (Parliament) of Mongolia.
The amendments aim at improving the availability of advisory services for taxpayers and facilitating the accessibility of information and advice necessary for the implementation of customs and tax legislation. As a result, disputes between taxpayers and tax and customs authorities related to the application of laws will decrease, and conditions will be created to prevent tax violations.
One of the main goals of the advisory services is to prevent taxpayers from risks and support their voluntary compliance with tax legislation. In this context, in situations where taxpayer compliance decreases or tax risks are assessed negatively, taxpayers are notified about potential issues in advance, allowing them to address and correct errors. It will prevent tax violations, ensure the stability of the tax environment, and allow taxpayers to conduct responsible and transparent activities.
In addition, the tax authorities will extend the period for correcting tax returns, rather than issuing an act after the taxpayer makes a mistake. Accordingly, it will play a crucial role in trusting taxpayers and conducting tax collection and inspection more effectively, less burdensome for taxpayers, and more risk-based.
The draft Law eliminates the regulation that completely closes the bank accounts of taxpayers whose financial situation has worsened and who have fallen into tax debt, and includes a regulation that freezes a certain part of the account. This action will have an important impact on ensuring that taxpayers manage to pay their debts without disrupting their normal business operations.

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The Fall of Mongolia’s Coalition Government www.thediplomat.com

On June 3, a vote of the State Great Hural – Mongolia’s parliament – led to the resignation of Prime Minister Oyun-Erdene Luvsannamsrai and his government. The Mongolian youth movement, which had protested for 21 days straight, succeeded in toppling the 10-month-old coalition government. The events that unfolded over the past weeks demonstrate the active engagement of Mongolia’s youth, and how disconnected political elites are from the people’s demands. At the same time, recent weeks also shed light on the instability that fuels Mongolia’s political life.  
As protestors gathered outside Sukhbaatar Square in Ulaanbaatar for the 21st day, secret ballots decided the fate of Mongolia’s political leadership. Just 82 out of 126 members of parliament participated in the no-confidence vote. Ahead of the final vote, Democratic Party ministers withdrew from the coalition government. The Democratic Party Parliamentary Group, with 42 seats in the State Great Hural, ultimately decided to abstain from the vote. The abstention was arguably a political gambit to secure a unified stance, given concerns that some members might vote to show confidence in Oyun-Erdene. 
The withdrawal of the Democratic Party from the coalition government now makes the party the opposition force in the legislature. 
Mongolia’s President Khurelsukh Ukhnaa also addressed the parliamentary session on the ongoing protests, national interest, and unity. In his speech, Khurelsukh reminded the members of the parliament that they were elected to represent the people, not a single political figure. Khurelsukh, who served as prime minister of Mongolia from 2017 to 2021, recalled the reasons for his own resignation, a mishandling of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Current Mongolian law requires at least 64 votes for the prime minister to remain in office. Of the 82 lawmakers who voted in the motion, 44 voted to support Oyun-Erdene, while 38 indicated no confidence. 
In an effort to pressure parliamentarians to oust Oyun-Erdene, protesters demanded that the 126 MPs – who had just been elected in June 2024 – speak and represent their constituencies. New parliamentary members, such as Japan-educated architect Luvsanjamts Ganzorig; CEO of Ondo Space Anar Chinbaatar; Saranchuluun Otgon, a voice and representative for the disabled and underserved communities; Uyanga Bold, a major advocate for sustainable development; Bum-Ochir Dulam, an Oxford-educated anthropologist; and more members received messages from their constituencies, demanding that they vote no confidence. 
In an organized messaging campaign, the protesters told their representatives: “If you trust him [the prime minister], we will not trust you.” 
Mongolian youth have been protesting for three weeks straight. While the people demanded transparency and accountability, political elites responded in a way that was disconnected from ordinary Mongolian people’s lives. 
The political fiasco was sparked by a social media post showcasing the luxurious lifestyle of Oyun-Erdene’s son. In response, protesters organized on social media. The Instagram account @ogtsrokh_amarakh (meaning “resignation is easy”), launched three weeks ago to communicate protesters’ demands, now has 17,800 followers. To observers, it was clear that the protest was organic, and the youth demanded financial transparency. 
From the start, however, there was a disconnect between Oyun-Erdene’s response and the people. The prime minister did not respond in a timely manner, let alone resign or show proof of income. But it wasn’t just that Oyun-Erdene failed to speak directly to the people. Despite the fact that he and his son eventually submitted their financial statements to the anti-corruption authorities, Oyun-Erdene clearly did not recognize (or even disregarded) the people’s distrust in the judicial system. 
The second disconnect was even more pronounced. When Oyun-Erdene spoke to several media representatives, his response was deeply political – not what the people wanted and needed to hear from him at that moment. He pointed to specific policy goals and accomplishments to defend his record and ask for a continued tenure. Understandably, as prime minister, Oyun-Erdene had a duty and responsibility to maintain a stable political and economic environment, but that doesn’t mean he can deprioritize the people’s demands – the very thing the stable government exists to serve.
Moreover, because Oyun-Erdene did not meet the protesters at Sukhbaatar Square, the Mongolian people believed his handling of the backlash lacked responsibility, accountability, and transparency. As time passed, the number of protesters only increased and expanded their demands. 
The third and the most notable disconnect is that Oyun-Erdene’s actions or lack thereof showed that his priority was defending the coalition government. Because he failed to address the people as a leader of a democratic society, the people began to view him as holding onto his power by refusing to resign, or hiding some major financial scheme with business interests. 
While still not addressing nor meeting the protesters, Oyun-Erdene sought a vote of confidence from the parliament. In the end, he not only failed to win the people’s trust, but failed to secure a parliamentary vote to maintain his government intact. While the public outrage was all too real, the political maneuvering behind the scenes – including by Oyun-Erdene’s own Mongolian People’s Party (MPP) – can’t be ignored, either.
“Yes, protests against Oyun-Erdene for the last two weeks over conspicuous consumption were quite effective, but in the end, it was MPP MPs who abandoned Oyun-Erdene in the parliamentary vote and I don’t think that they were particularly swayed by anti-corruption sentiment,” said Julian Dierkes, a long-time Mongolia researcher and the dean of the University of Mannheim School of Social Sciences.
Mongolia, is now looking for a new prime minister. The disbanding of the coalition government will allow the MPP to enjoy sole control over the legislative agenda as well as holding the prime minister post and the presidency. 
Before being ousted, Oyun-Erdene’s Press Office released economic predictions in the case of his coalition government being removed from power. According to the Mongolia’s Economic Development Board, Mongolia may see a 22 percent reduction in Gross National Income within six months, 12.2 percent increase in inflation within a year, and an unemployment rate rising 2.5 percent from previous year. As the new government takes shape, these forecasts should be taken seriously and further investigated. 
With a new prime minister coming into office, there is always a risk that national projects and priorities will change. Current and potential investors will be even more cautious while political factions and lobbyists employ nepotism to protect their business and political interests.  
As with any government transition, especially, moving from a coalition government to single-party executive power, the people of Mongolia will be watching closely for transparency and accountability. Yet the Mongolian youth will celebrate – they successfully toppled Oyun-Erdene’s four-plus-year political career as prime minister. The mobilization of the peaceful protest manifests Mongolia’s democratic process and social and political activism on the younger generation’s part.
On the global scale, however, the issue is a bit more complicated than a domestic celebration. Mongolia’s political instability can have a negative impact on its economy and bilateral partnerships. The coalition government aimed to expedite 14 long-delayed mega-projects and major infrastructure construction, all of which require long-term investments from global partners. These projects will now need to be revisited with a fresh eye and new calculations as current and potential investors fear political and economic instability. 
If Mongolia’s governments continue to topple, the development and happiness that the Mongolian people seek, deserve, and hope for will only be postponed and pushed-back. 
By Bolor Lkhaajav

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Revised Draft Law on Value Added Tax to Be Submitted to Parliament www.montsame.mn

During its regular session on June 4, 2025, the Cabinet of Mongolia discussed the revised draft Law on Value Added Tax and decided to submit it to the State Great Khural.
The revised draft Law on Value Added Tax was formulated with the following main objectives:
1. To reduce the tax burden on citizens and households and protect real income. The revised draft Law reflects regulations for refunding up to 100 percent of the value-added tax paid by citizens in stages by making discounts and exemptions more aligned with international trends and principles.
2. To foster businesses and allow enterprises to expand their activities. The revised draft Law includes regulations designed to facilitate favorable conditions for enterprises by reducing shortages of assets and working capital, doing business with minimal capital cost burden, and paying fair tax. Also, as part of the goal of supporting employment, specific tax support will be provided to support employee development and improve human resource policies and the work environment.
The tax environment for foreign investors will be made more favorable to increase investment and make the tax environment more competitive. As a result, businesses will be able to attract foreign investment more easily and at lower costs, which would contribute to an increase in Mongolia's total investment volume and economic activity.
The revised Law on Value Added Tax would solve common problems faced by business owners, reduce the capital cost burden, and enable businesses to expand their activities. In the future, the introduction of artificial intelligence and big data-based systems will allow taxpayers to receive the necessary information promptly and resolve issues related to compliance with tax laws in advance.

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Mongolia solar tender: 19.8 MW Solar Plant for a Stunning Future www.pvknowhow.com

Mongolia solar tender marks ambitious step toward renewable energy with ADB support
Overview
Mongolia is making significant strides in its renewable energy sector by launching a tender for a 19.8 MW solar power plant in Khovd Province. This initiative is a crucial part of the broader „Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy“ project, which is being funded by the Asian Development Bank (ADB) and managed by Mongolia’s Ministry of Energy. The primary goal of this project is to reduce the country’s heavy reliance on coal and enhance its renewable energy capacity, thereby contributing to the global fight against climate change.
Project Details
The 19.8 MW solar plant is expected to play a vital role in Mongolia’s energy transition. By harnessing the abundant solar resources available in Khovd Province, the project aims to provide a sustainable and clean energy source that can help meet the growing electricity demands of the region. This initiative will not only support Mongolia’s energy diversification efforts but also foster economic development by creating jobs and promoting technological advancements in renewable energy.
Focus on Sustainable Development
The tender for the new solar plant is aligned with Mongolia’s commitment to sustainable development and energy efficiency. By reducing its dependency on coal, Mongolia is taking an essential step towards decreasing its carbon footprint and contributing to global environmental goals. The project is designed to ensure that the country’s energy needs are met without compromising the environment or the health of its citizens.
Global Context and Support
Mongolia’s move is part of a larger global trend towards renewable energy adoption. Projects like this one, supported by international organizations such as the ADB, underscore the importance of collaborative efforts in addressing climate change. Similar initiatives are being observed worldwide, such as a solar project in Saint Lucia, which recently launched a 3 MW solar farm to power 3,000 homes, demonstrating the global shift towards clean energy solutions. Learn more about Saint Lucia’s project.
Conclusion
The launch of the tender for the 19.8 MW solar power plant in Khovd Province marks a significant milestone in Mongolia’s renewable energy journey. With the support of the ADB and the Ministry of Energy, this project is poised to make a substantial impact on the country’s energy landscape, promoting a cleaner, more sustainable future for Mongolia and setting an example for other nations to follow in their pursuit of renewable energy solutions.

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Gold purchase by Mongolia's central bank down 29.3 pct in 1st 5 months of 2025 www.xinhuanet.com

The Bank of Mongolia, the country's central bank, said on Wednesday that its purchase of gold decreased by 29.3 percent in the first five months of 2025 compared with the same period last year.
The Bank of Mongolia has purchased a total of 4.3 tons of gold from legal entities and individuals in the January-May period.
As of May, the central bank's average gold purchase price was 376,606.51 Mongolian tugriks (around 105 U.S. dollars) per gram.
Purchasing gold is one of the key ways for the central bank to ensure the country's economic stability by consistently increasing foreign currency reserves, said the bank.
According to the regulator, Mongolia's foreign exchange reserves stood at 5.135 billion dollars by the first quarter of this year.

 

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Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations Appoints New Representative in Mongolia www.gogo.mn

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Qingyun Diao as the new FAO Representative in Mongolia, effective 28 May 2025. Her appointment was made with the concurrence of the Government of Mongolia.
A national of the People’s Republic of China, Dr. Diao brings with her over 25 years of experience in agricultural research, development, and international cooperation. She holds a Doctor of Philosophy, a Master of Science, and a Bachelor of Science in Entomology from China Agricultural University in Beijing.
Prior to her appointment in Mongolia, Dr. Diao served as FAO Representative in Namibia since June 2023. Before joining FAO, she was First Secretary and Chief of the Agricultural Office at the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in Mexico from 2018, where she contributed to strengthening bilateral agricultural collaboration.
Dr. Diao began her career in 1998 as a scientist at the Institute of Apicultural Research in Beijing. From 2007 to 2015, she served as Director of the institute’s Management Department, and concurrently, from 2007 to 2010, she led the Management Office of the National Special Research Projects for the Public Welfare Industries. From 2010 to 2015, she served as Chief Scientist of the National Key Technology Research and Development Programme of China.
From 2009 to 2018, Dr. Diao served as Director of the Management Office of the China Apiculture Research System. She also held the role of Director of International Cooperation Projects at the Institute of Apicultural Research from 2014 to 2022, and from 2015 to 2021, she was Chief Scientist of the Bee Protection Innovative Team at the Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences (CAAS).
Dr. Diao succeeds Dr. Vinod Ahuja, who previously served as FAO Representative in Mongolia.

 

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Mongolia:Regulatory sandbox framework has been amended and approved www.asiainsurancereview.com

In order to test new technology-based financial products and services in a controlled environment and establish a legal framework tailored to the characteristics and specifics of these products and services, amendments to the "Regulatory Sandbox Framework" were jointly approved by the Financial Regulatory Commission's chairman, the minister of finance and the governor of the bank of Mongolia by Joint Decree No. 124/75/A-86.
The amendments and additions to the framework set out temporary regulations regarding the process of transitioning products and services that have been successfully tested in the sandbox environment to the regulated market, as well as monitoring and regulation during the period until a regulatory environment is fully established.
The new rules also address the temporary suspension of activities by participants, compliance with anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing legislation and restrictions on the use of the sandbox environment to circumvent licensing requirements. These changes are aimed at supporting innovation and reform in the financial sector, while also preventing legal gaps and ambiguities, reducing delays and enhancing the transparency and effectiveness of the sandbox framework.
As of the first quarter of 2025, a total of eight products and services from five companies are being tested in the sandbox regulatory environment.

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Resource-rich Mongolia faces political uncertainty after the prime minister resigns www.apnews.com

Resource-rich Mongolia is facing political uncertainty following the resignation early on Tuesday of its prime minister in the wake of protests over endemic corruption in the landlocked Asian country, squeezed between China and Russia.
Before he lost the confidence vote in the parliament, Prime Minister Oyun-Erdene Luvsannamsrai warned that his removal could undermine Mongolia’s fledgling democracy. The vote followed weeks of protests sparked by reports of lavish spending by his son and calls for him to step down.
The reports, which cited expensive jewelry and helicopter rides for the son’s female companion, underscored the vast gap between Mongolians who have grown extremely wealthy off the country’s exports and much of the rest of the population, mired in poverty.
Here is a look at why what is happening in Mongolia matters:
A fledgling democracy between two big powers
Mongolia, a country of about 3.5 million people, borders Russia to the north and China to the south. Its stunning alpine mountains interspersed with vast deserts hold an abundance of coal, copper and other natural resources used in high-tech manufacturing.
The question of who benefits from the wealth has been a key issue since Mongolia began negotiating with foreign mining giants — rumors of secret deals and under-the-table payments have circulated for years.
After Mongolia threw off Communism at the end of the Cold War, it lost generous Soviet Union aid packages. Since then, it has been slowly becoming a democracy but is struggling to avoid falling into debt while holding Chinese and Russian interests at bay.
China is a particularly important neighbor as its ruling Communist Party buys up 92% of Mongolia’s exports.
A ‘spiders’ web’ of the greedy
Over the years, the capital of Ulaanbaataar transformed itself from a city of clunky Soviet-era buildings surrounded by traditional herders’ felt tents known as gers, into a metropolis of shopping malls and fancy hotels.
The protesters have said the country’s mineral riches have benefited business interests and the wealthy, while many Mongolians still live in poverty.
Early on Tuesday morning, Oyun-Erdene only got 44 votes of support in the 126-seat legislature — the State Great Khural — well short of the 64 needed, according to the head of the counting commission, M. Narantuya-nara.
Oyun-Erdene accepted defeat, saying it had been an honor to serve the nation through the coronavirus pandemic, Russia’s war on Ukraine and the ongoing strife over U.S. tariffs.
But he also warned of the threat of a “spider’s web” of special interests that he said are working to hold the Mongolian people back.
What happens next?
Oyun-Erdene, who ran a coalition government, will remain prime minister until his replacement is elected in parliament, most likely from the ranks of opposition lawmakers.
Those who pick his successor will likely also have to find a platform that will satisfy the demands of the largely young and well-educated class that has led the protests. That could include moving ahead with a national sovereignty fund introduced recently to better help spread the wealth.
In stepping down, Oyun-Erdene defended his integrity but said he had made the mistake of “paying insufficient attention to social and internal political matters.”
He also warned of political instability ahead, saying it “could lead the public to lose faith in parliamentary rule and potentially put our democratic parliamentary system at risk of collapse.”
What do experts and the ordinary people say?
Erin Murphy, deputy director and senior fellow of India and emerging Asian economics at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, said it’s not easy to “build that foundation for democracy” at a time when Mongolia also must tackle economic problems.
Julian Dierkes, a Mongolia expert at the University of Mannheim in Germany, said he doesn’t expect any major policy changes, whoever becomes the next prime minister.
“They will be selected on the basis of personal networks and patronage,” Dierkes said.
Many people on the street seemed worried for the future and some defended the outgoing prime minister on Tuesday.
Oyun-Erdene should not be responsible for his son’s failings, said Gansukh Batbayar, a military retiree in Ulaanbaatar who lauded what he described as Oyun-Erdene’s efforts to “confiscate illegally earned assets and money of corrupt officials” and distribute it more fairly.
“We barely survive in these chaotic times and our pensions are very small,” said an older woman on a public bus in Ulaanbaataar, who declined to give her name to speak about the political developments.
She counts on her children “to have food to eat and a roof over my head,” she said.
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Associated Press writers Didi Tang in Washington and Ken Moritsugu in Beijing contributed to this report.

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