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Honouring Mongolia’s peacekeepers 🫡From South Sudan to Western Sahara, Mongolia has quietly become one of the world’s mo...
05/14/2026

Honouring Mongolia’s peacekeepers 🫡

From South Sudan to Western Sahara, Mongolia has quietly become one of the world’s more active contributors to UN peacekeeping operations. Today, 557 Mongolian military and police personnel, including 84 women, are deployed across 7 UN missions.

With a population of just 3.5 million, Mongolia ranks as the world’s 24th-largest peacekeeping contributor, reflecting the country’s active role in global peace efforts.

Over more than 2 decades of participation in UN peacekeeping missions, 7 Mongolian peacekeepers have lost their lives serving under the UN flag.

Mongolia first joined UN peacekeeping operations in 2002, deploying a small group of military observers to the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Western Sahara. Today, Mongolian peacekeepers serve in Abyei, the Central African Republic, Cyprus, DR Congo, Lebanon, South Sudan and Western Sahara. Their work ranges from civilian protection and humanitarian assistance to medical outreach in conflict-affected communities.

Sengur Ultra has officially launched through South Korea’s GS25 convenience store. 🍻Last year, the Sengur brand underwen...
05/14/2026

Sengur Ultra has officially launched through South Korea’s GS25 convenience store. 🍻

Last year, the Sengur brand underwent a rebranding that refreshed its visual identity while preserving its original brewing base and flavor profile, introducing a smoother taste designed to appeal to international consumers.

Following the rebrand, both Sengur Original and Sengur Ultra received the Gold Quality Award from Monde Selection, one of the world’s recognized quality evaluation institutions. In addition, 5 products from APU JSC, including Founder, Eden and Orgiluun Forrestberry, also earned the distinction.

The products were evaluated through a blind tasting process by master sommeliers and tasting experts, who assessed flavor, aroma, texture, balance, production technology and labeling standards. Sengur received a score of 80.5 points, signaling that the beer now meets international quality standards and stands alongside globally recognized beer brands.

05/11/2026

Last Friday, Cement Expo 2026 was successfully held for the second consecutive year. 🏗️

This year’s event took place under the theme “Sustainable Growth — Connecting Production and Logistics.” In line with this, industry representatives highlighted risks facing the logistics sector, as well as the need to increase the production and adoption of domestically produced green cement.

We bring you insights from one of the event’s international speakers, Jung Soo Lee, PhD, an international cement expert.

Mongolia Passes Transplant Law, but Gaps Persist 🫀Last week, parliament approved a law on organ, tissue, and cell transp...
05/11/2026

Mongolia Passes Transplant Law, but Gaps Persist 🫀

Last week, parliament approved a law on organ, tissue, and cell transplantation, establishing Mongolia's first comprehensive legal framework for the sector. The move marks a step forward, though key uncertainties remain.

🏃‍♀️‍➡️ Expanding the System

The law formalizes a system previously governed by ministerial regulations and introduces provisions for biobanks, including the storage and use of cord blood, stem cells and tissues. It also adopts a presumed-consent approach, allowing organ donation after death unless individuals opt out during their lifetime, a shift that could help address a chronic shortage, as about 90% of transplants currently rely on living donors.

Last week, parliament approved a law on organ, tissue, and cell transplantation, establishing Mongolia's first comprehensive legal framework for the sector. The move marks a step forward, though key uncertainties remain.

05/07/2026

Following EBRD Chief Economist Beata Javorcik’s visit to Mongolia, we conducted a short interview with her on the EBRD’s latest Transition Report. 🎤

The report underscores a stark global shift, 75% of the world now lives in countries with shrinking populations. Against this backdrop, Mongolia stands out, with a young population and a narrowing window to turn its demographic advantage into sustained economic growth.

Watch the full interview for insights on what Mongolia must do next to capitalize on this opportunity.

Mongolia ranks 17th globally in religious diversity 😇Mongolia has placed 17th out of 201 countries in the latest Religio...
05/07/2026

Mongolia ranks 17th globally in religious diversity 😇

Mongolia has placed 17th out of 201 countries in the latest Religious Diversity Index (RDI), with a score of 6.64, according to data compiled from Pew Research Center findings.

The ranking highlights a relatively even distribution among Buddhism, shamanism, Christianity, Islam, and a sizable non-religious segment of the population. Singapore leads the index with a score of 9.25, where no single religious group holds a majority.

Mongolia’s position is notable not only for its current demographics but also for its historical roots. In the 13th century, Chingis Khan established religious tolerance as official policy across the Mongol Empire. He permitted Christians, Muslims, Buddhists, and others to practice their faiths freely and serve in his administration. The principle, often summarized as “Heaven is one, but the paths to it are many” helped maintain cohesion in a vast, multi-ethnic empire and continues to influence the country’s approach to religious pluralism today.
In a global landscape frequently marked by religious tensions, Mongolia’s experience offers a long-standing example of pragmatic tolerance.

05/05/2026

The international conference “Integrating Gender-Sensitive Financial Inclusion into Regulatory and Supervisory Frameworks” officially kicked off today in Ulaanbaatar.

Hosted by the Financial Regulatory Commission of Mongolia in partnership with the Alliance for Financial Inclusion (AFI), the gathering has brought together regulators and policymakers from more than 40 countries. Their mission: to move beyond gender-neutral regulation and build supervisory systems that genuinely reflect the distinct financial realities faced by women.

Over the coming days, participants will examine how central banks and regulators can embed gender lenses into market conduct supervision, risk assessment, and policy design, a shift that could reshape financial inclusion efforts across emerging markets.

05/04/2026

Mongolia Franchise Show 2026 successfully took place on May 1 in Ulaanbaatar, bringing together international franchise brands, investors, and local entrepreneurs under one roof.

The event created a dynamic platform for networking, new business opportunities, and cross-border partnerships, highlighting Mongolia’s growing role in the regional business landscape.

Mongolia to Host First Global Summit on Gender-Responsive Financial Supervision 💸Ulaanbaatar will host an international ...
05/04/2026

Mongolia to Host First Global Summit on Gender-Responsive Financial Supervision 💸

Ulaanbaatar will host an international conference on gender-responsive financial supervision starting tomorrow, as the Financial Regulatory Commission (FRC), in partnership with the Alliance for Financial Inclusion (AFI), convenes regulators, central banks, and policymakers from more than 40 countries. Inside Mongolia is serving as the media sponsor of the event.

The 4-day summit, running May 5–8, will bring together more than 70 delegates to examine how gender considerations can be systematically embedded into financial oversight, an area gaining urgency as regulators work to close persistent gaps in access to finance. The program will also explore how gender factors can be integrated into risk assessment and regulatory tools.

For Mongolia, the gathering offers an opportunity to showcase ongoing reforms aimed at strengthening market conduct supervision and expanding women’s financial inclusion, while aligning its regulatory framework with global standards.

The PM has canceled this year’s Mongolia Economic Forum to manage external risks and reinforce budget discipline. Yet th...
05/04/2026

The PM has canceled this year’s Mongolia Economic Forum to manage external risks and reinforce budget discipline. Yet the larger issue lies elsewhere. The investment law has remained stalled for nearly 3 years.

☯ Rhetoric vs. Reality

One of the core aims of the Mongolia Economic Forum is to attract foreign investment. In 2023, the event expanded its reach, drawing senior executives from Rio Tinto, as well as representatives from Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley, alongside delegates from 45 organizations. The ability to convene global investors marked a step forward. The lack of follow-through on reforms has since tempered that momentum.

🫏 Ex*****on Gap: At the 2023 forum, policymakers signaled an ambitious reform agenda, promising legal revisions, broader investor support, and new entry points into Mongolia’s banking sector. In practice, progress on amending the Investment Law has stalled.

Read more 👉 https://insidemongolia.mn/post/t2hcIrJUrN0

05/01/2026

Happy FriYaY! What’s your Friday plan?

We’re launching UB Guide, a new series focused on Ulaanbaatar’s local businesses. First up is POCA Pizzeria, a small operation built around traditional Italian technique.

🥖 Handmade sourdough — slow-fermented, full of flavor
🔥Happy FriYaY! What’s your Friday plan?
🤌 Wood-fired + Sourdough = perfection

If you’re in the mood for a laid-back Friday, good pizza, no rush, POCA is the move.

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