Protesters disrupted oil exploration by Mongolia Foison Energy at the Kherlen Tohoi XXVIII site last Friday. Two Mongolian citizens were detained after footage showed them dumping items belonging to Chinese workers. China has demanded protection for its enterprises.
The UN's Cop17 desertification talks in Mongolia will allocate over $12bn to vulnerable countries to combat drought and land degradation, as global heatwaves and wildfires intensify, threatening food security for millions.
China's Comac C919 passenger jet is scheduled to make its first international commercial flight from Beijing to Ulaanbaatar, marking a milestone for China's aviation ambitions despite reliance on Western parts and stiff competition from Boeing and Airbus.
Tourist attractions and event organizers in 11 Chinese provinces and regions cancelled scheduled drone shows citing airspace controls and Typhoon Dolphin.
Xi Jinping is intensifying domestic repression through a new ethnic unity law while challenging the US globally, pursuing regional dominance and seeking an upper hand in trade and AI.
The Bayan Obo polymetallic deposit in China is expanding mining capacity for iron while keeping rare earth production quotas unchanged, highlighting a gap between potential and actual output.
China is advancing its Great Solar Wall initiative in Inner Mongolia and arid northern regions, building massive wind and solar projects to generate clean energy, halt desertification, and support wildlife habitats.
An industrial blast in Baotou, China, scattered debris over a 5km radius and disrupted rail services. An official report cited design flaws, poor maintenance, chaotic safety management, and inadequate emergency response, recommending disciplinary action against 62 people, including local officials, and approving the arrest of seven plant employees.
Major Collin Welch, a National Guard officer, pleaded guilty to stealing $54,000 in government funds and immigration fraud. He secretly married a Mongolian woman, using forged documents and a government travel card to maintain a double life and unlawfully bring her and her daughter to the U.S.
Shanghai-based RedNote plans a 600MW data center project in Ulanqab, China, with a budget of around 15 billion yuan ($2.2 billion). The company is in talks with VNET for the buildout, targeting delivery in Q1 2027, as China encourages private investment in computing infrastructure.
US Deputy Assistant Defence Secretary Alvaro Smith spoke at China's Army Day reception, a rare move, emphasizing no desire for conflict and seeking a peaceful US-China relationship ahead of President Xi Jinping's September US visit.
A 42-year-old priest has been ordained as bishop for the Catholic diocese of Chifeng, China, filling a nearly two-decade vacancy. The ordination, presided over by Bishop Paul Meng Qinglu, was conducted under the Chinese Catholic Patriotic Association, following a previous bishop's ordination without papal mandate.
The EU unveiled its largest sanctions package in four years against Russia, leading FIDE President Arkady Dvorkovich to suspend his activity. The measures target 218 individuals and entities, including banks, vessels, and military-industrial complex, while Ukraine faces ongoing attacks.
The interim trade agreement between the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) and Mongolia became effective July 22, 2026, eliminating or reducing customs duties on 367 tariff subheadings. Signed in Minsk in 2025, the pact aims to boost trade, which already saw a one-third increase in Q1.
Mongolia is actively opening up to tourism in 2023-2025, expanding its visa-free list to 61 countries, opening a new international airport, and enhancing cultural attractions and festivals. Travelers are encouraged to visit now to experience new museums, music festivals, traditional sports, and unique winter tours.
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung described Mongolia as a "close friend" and pledged to expand bilateral cooperation during a state dinner in Ulaanbaatar. He emphasized deepening the strategic partnership and presented Mongolian President Ukhnaa Khurelsukh with gifts.
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung met with Mongolian Prime Minister Nyam-Osor Uchral in Ulaanbaatar, pledging to implement agreements expanding bilateral cooperation, particularly in critical mineral supply chains and economic exchanges.
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung stated that South Korea's pioneering spirit and Mongolia's nomadic spirit are similar, fostering bilateral friendship. He highlighted the vibrant "Mongtan" Korean town in Ulaanbaatar as a symbol of this connection and called for expanded strategic partnership.
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung highlighted the shared pioneering and nomadic spirits of South Korea and Mongolia, respectively, as a foundation for bilateral friendship and expanded cooperation during his visit to Ulaanbaatar.
South Korea and Mongolia will establish a ministerial committee on rare metals later this year to enhance cooperation on critical mineral supply chains. The move follows a meeting between Industry Minister Kim Jung-kwan and his Mongolian counterpart, Gongor Damdinnyam, in Ulaanbaatar.
POSCO International and Mongolian energy company Newcom signed a $100 million MOU for energy transition projects in Mongolia, focusing on district heating using heat pump technology to combat severe winter air pollution.
Namyang Dairy Products Co. signed an MOU with Mongolia's Maximus Distribution LLC to increase K-food exports by 10 billion won (US$6.6 million) over three years. The deal aims to expand Namyang's powdered milk products in Mongolia.
South Korea aims to boost economic cooperation with Mongolia, focusing on supply chains, renewable energy, and AI. Finance Minister Koo Yun-cheol met his Mongolian counterpart, Jadamba Enkhbayar, to discuss expanding strategic ties and a new cancer center project.
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung and Mongolian President Ukhnaa Khurelsukh held a summit in Ulaanbaatar, declaring a "golden age" for bilateral relations. They agreed to expand cooperation in trade, critical minerals, advanced technologies, and to work towards US$1 billion in annual trade by 2030.
