The COP17 to Combat Desertification, opening in Mongolia, is drawing international attention as it considers how to allocate a $12 billion fund to tackle drought and land degradation, with experts emphasizing the importance of focusing on pastoralism amidst extreme weather conditions.
One-third of Portugal is already degraded by desertification, with the country's efforts to combat it stalled as COP17 on Desertification begins in Mongolia.
A Malaysian university has faced backlash for inviting Abdul Razak Baginda, the former lover of a Mongolian woman whose murder involved military-grade explosives, to speak at an event.
An Italian-Mongolian couple, eight months into their tandem bicycle journey from Rome to Ulaanbaatar, has reached Türkiye's Bilecik province, aiming to highlight pollution issues in Mongolia.
China intends to expand the production capacity of a mine in Bayan Obo, Inner Mongolia, by 50 percent, increasing its annual output from 10 million to 15 million tons with an investment exceeding half a billion yuan.
A newly discovered 70-million-year-old Tamirkhan balcarceli fossil in Mongolia's Gobi Desert is rewriting the understanding of early mammal evolution, revealing new insights into zhelestids.
Long-term research in Inner Mongolia has identified herbivorous insects as crucial for ecosystem stability. These insects manage the food web by maintaining varied population levels, which helps mitigate the risk of sudden food shortages.
Joseph Chang Yanfeng was ordained as bishop of Chifeng in China's Inner Mongolia, filling a 20-year vacancy and highlighting the ongoing diplomatic engagement between the Vatican and Beijing on sensitive Catholic appointments.
Progress on a copper and gold project in Mongolia is asserting Rio Tinto PLC ADR (RIO) as a top dividend stock, highlighting the project's potential impact on the company's value.
South Korean President Lee concluded his state visit to Mongolia by attending the Naadam Festival as a guest of honor. The visit aimed to broaden strategic vision for Eurasia, following his participation in a NATO summit.
Yun Ho-young, CEO of Kakao Bank, visited Mongolia this week as part of President Lee Jae Myung's business delegation. Kakao Bank was the only commercial bank represented in the group, signaling advancing plans in Mongolia.
South Korea's finance minister stated the country aims to broaden mutually beneficial economic exchanges with Mongolia, focusing on projects in areas like supply chains and artificial intelligence.
South Korean Agriculture Minister Song Mi-ryung visited Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, to capitalize on the growing demand for Korean food in one of its fastest-growing overseas markets.
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung arrived in Ulaanbaatar for a state visit, marking the first such trip by a South Korean president to Mongolia in 15 years, which will include a bilateral summit with Mongolian President Ukhnaagiin Khurelsukh.
A Mongolian proverb, 'A horse knows the road, even if its rider does not,' illustrates the profound wisdom of inherent understanding gained through generations, often surpassing individual insight.
Rio Tinto and the Mongolian government have reached new financial terms for the Oyu Tolgoi mine project, signaling a significant development for the major copper-gold mine.
A Biennale exhibition dedicated to the explorer Marco Polo has opened in Mongolia. The event celebrates the historical figure and his connections to the region.
Mongolia's fragile ecosystem is undergoing rapid transformation as permafrost thaws beneath its grasslands, a direct consequence of accelerating climate breakdown in the landlocked East Asian country.
Protesters have reportedly blocked copper exports from Rio Tinto's Oyu Tolgoi mine in Mongolia, specifically disrupting shipments destined for China, further impacting operations at the major mining site.
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi visited Mongolia over the weekend, promising that China would be a reliable neighbor. He advocated for stronger cross-border transport and trade ties, aiming to integrate Mongolia's new government into Beijing's economic sphere.
South Korea and Mongolia held their first vice foreign ministers' strategic dialogue, focusing on cooperation in critical minerals and supply chain resilience. This new dialogue aims to strengthen bilateral ties and economic collaboration between the two nations.
South Korea's Unification Minister Chung Dong-young met with Mongolian President Ukhnaa Khurelsukh to discuss strengthening bilateral ties and advancing peace on the Korean Peninsula by bringing Pyongyang to dialogue.
An explosion at a chemical firm's workshop in Inner Mongolia has resulted in two people missing and three injured. Authorities are investigating the incident at the facility.
A Chinese woman who has planted trees in Inner Mongolia for decades invited an American man who donated US$5,000 to her to visit the forest that grew thanks to his funding.
The Chinese Basketball Association has stripped the Inner Mongolia team of its WCBA runner-up title and imposed lifetime bans following an undisclosed incident.
The Seimas Foreign Affairs Committee (URK) supports the Ministry's proposal to appoint Donatas Tamulaitis as Lithuania's ambassador to the Republic of Korea, the Republic of the Philippines, and Mongolia.
Yoko Ono successfully moved to stop the sale of 'John Lemon' beer in France, while discussions continued around the use of AI in a new Steven Soderbergh documentary about John Lennon. Lennon's son expressed belief his father would have used AI.
The Italian Embassy in Ulaanbaatar, in collaboration with the National University of Mongolia, organized a dialogue on science, innovation, and international cooperation, featuring an online lecture by scientist Ersilia Vaudo.
South Korean authorities warned of possible "yellow dust rain" this week as air quality held at "bad" levels nationwide, with dust from deserts in China and Mongolia continuing to linger days after…
Staff from a travel agency have been arrested after three tourists died during an expedition on Mount Munku-Sardyk, the highest peak in the Eastern Sayan range along the Russian-Mongolian border.
The Presidents of Kazakhstan and Mongolia held talks in Astana, aiming to increase bilateral trade to $500 million and resume direct flights between their countries.
A well-known burger chain, Five Guys, is opening in Denmark but faces criticism for allegedly using underpaid construction workers from Mongolia. The issue was highlighted in a business update.
Kakao Bank has signed a memorandum of understanding with MCS Group, marking a significant step towards its entry into the Mongolian financial market and global expansion efforts.
CJ Foodville's bakery brand, Tous les Jours, has reported strong growth in Mongolia, selling over 1.7 million cakes and marking its 10th anniversary in the market.
Mongolia's ruling party has announced its selection for a new prime minister candidate, signaling a potential shift in the country's political leadership.
Gombojav Zandanshatar has resigned as Mongolia's prime minister following months of political upheaval, issuing a warning that the world is entering a critical geopolitical period.
Over two decades in a little-known, freezing city in northern China, a Swedish man has built a career and witnessed the booming development of the country’s carmaking industry.
Gustav Holmgren, 44, whose Chinese name is Ge Siwen, is the legal representative and site manager of ATM (Hulun Buir) Proving Ground Service, which provides cold-weather vehicle testing for carmakers.
He is, perhaps, the only foreigner in the city.
His company is located in Yakeshi, a small city with a population of...
Italian consulates and embassies worldwide are celebrating 'Made in Italy' excellence through various events, including fashion and design days and Italian Weeks in Mumbai, Paris, Mongolia, and Osaka.
A PREMIUM TIMES journalist and five others globally have been selected for the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) COP17 Media Reporting Fellowship in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia.
China's domestically produced C919 narrow-body jetliner successfully completed its second international commercial flight, landing in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia.
Mongolia has announced that Russia has agreed to provide emergency fuel supplies to address critical shortages, as Russia is the primary source for up to 97% of Mongolia's gasoline and diesel imports.
In Mongolia, herders practice Khööslökh, a heartfelt tradition of singing to mother camels to encourage them to accept and nurture their newborn calves.
A report on a deadly explosion at an industrial plant in Baotou, Inner Mongolia, has exposed a series of failures, including poor maintenance, design, and oversight, leading to seven individuals facing arrest.
Anthropic announced that its Claude AI models successfully hacked into the systems of three companies during cybersecurity tests, a disclosure that follows similar reports from rival OpenAI and highlights growing concerns about AI security.
Korean burger chain Mom’s Touch has opened its 20th store in Mongolia, solidifying its position as the country’s second-largest quick-service restaurant brand by outlet count.
The domestically produced C919 passenger jet from China is scheduled to make its international commercial debut next month, with Mongolia as its initial destination.
Ulaanbaatar, the capital of Mongolia, has been nicknamed 'Mongtan' due to the significant presence of Korean food and retail brands, reflecting a growing cultural and economic influence.
Turkish defense company Aselsan has secured a nearly $1.7 billion deal to expand Türkiye's air defense capabilities. This significant contract will bolster the country's military infrastructure.
E-mart announced the opening of its first standalone No Brand store in Mongolia, further strengthening its role as a global export platform for Korean small and medium-sized enterprises. No Brand, created by E-mart in 2015, offers budget-friendly products.
Mongolian President Ukhnaagiin Khurelsukh has informed South Korean President Lee Jae Myung that Mongolia is prepared to play a 'necessary role' in reviving long-stalled inter-Korean dialogue.
South Korea and Mongolia have signed a Memorandum of Understanding for energy transition and renewables, while also unveiling a vision for a 'golden age' in their bilateral relations.
The case of a North Korean interpreter seeking asylum through the South Korean Embassy in Mongolia is unlikely to be resolved quickly, despite President Lee Jae Myung's upcoming state visit, with Seoul declining to comment.
South Korea's Marine Corps has joined the multinational Khaan Quest exercise in Mongolia, a drill held from June 20 to July 3, aimed at enhancing interoperability with other participating forces in peacekeeping operations.
Rio Tinto has reached an agreement on new financial terms for the Oyu Tolgoi copper mine project, Mongolia's largest mining scheme and a significant source of foreign investment.
India's Jat Regiment is taking part in Exercise Khaan Quest 2026 in Mongolia, a multilateral drill involving 18 nations focused on enhancing interoperability for UN peacekeeping operations.
Rio Tinto has resumed copper exports from its massive Oyu Tolgoi mine in Mongolia following a brief protest. The resumption of exports signals an end to the short-lived disruption at the giant mine.
Mongolian superstar Enkh-Orgil Baatarkhuu is set to defend his Bantamweight MMA World Title against the undefeated Elbek Alyshov at The Inner Circle 24 event in Bangkok on July 31.
Kakao Bank held discussions with Mongolia's central bank and MCS Group executives to expand cooperation in digital banking and financial innovation within the country.
The 'MotoForPeace' association, comprising Italian State Police members, has begun a 12,000-kilometer motorcycle journey from Europe to Mongolia, promoting solidarity.
Four Indian sailors, who were blocked for ten months on the Mongolian-flagged cargo ship Azra C in Turkey due to a drug trafficking investigation, have finally returned to their homes.
A unique art gallery resembling a crashed spaceship has been built in Inner Mongolia, China. Designed by Chinese firm Büro Ziyu Zhuang, the futuristic building stands out in the desolate landscape.
A farmer in Inner Mongolia received numerous applications, including from graduates and white-collar workers, for two shepherd positions, as Chinese workers seek to escape the demanding '996' work culture.
The sixth series of 'Race Across the World' concluded with the crowning of its winners after a final dash through snow-covered Hatgal in northern Mongolia.
A travel piece describes the vast, sparsely populated hinterland of Mongolia, where distances are immense, time is relative, and digital life is disconnected from acceleration.
Ireland's Department of Justice has requested three Mongolian agencies, which recruit students for English language schools in Ireland, to provide details on claims that young people are owed money by six schools.
Three Mongolian agencies have appealed to the Irish Department of Justice, stating that over 250 Mongolian students are struggling to recoup up to €3,100 each owed to them by six English language schools in Ireland.
Mongolia has officially approved the appraisal report submitted by Jade Gas for its TTCBM (Tavan Tolgoi Coal Bed Methane) project, marking a significant step for the energy development.
A cyclone originating from Mongolia has caused powerful dust and sand storms across more than 10 provinces in northern China, extending as far as the southwestern Sichuan province.
Swedish-Mongolian Yänjaa Westgate has chosen to move to New York, stating that living in Sweden "harms her soul" due to years of ingrained anti-Asian racism.
Albanian President Bajram Begaj has decreed the dismissal of five ambassadors, including those representing the country in China, Bangladesh, Korea, Vietnam, Mongolia, and Thailand. The President also decreed the appointment of new ambassadors.
A significant gas surge at TMK Energy's Mongolian project has cleared the path for the commencement of production. This development marks a crucial step forward for the energy venture.
South Korea's internet-only lender, Kakao Bank, is accelerating its overseas expansion, with Mongolia as a key target, while also enhancing its artificial intelligence capabilities to become a personalized financial assistant.
Mongolia is increasingly receiving cheap, end-of-life hybrid electric vehicles from Japan, raising concerns that the country is becoming a repository for green technology waste.
A concert titled “A Sun Was Born into the World – Music and Songs in Honor of St. Francis” was held in Mongolia to commemorate the 800th anniversary of St. Francis of Assisi's death.
Inner Mongolia is making significant progress in its energy transformation efforts, focusing on sustainable practices and renewable sources to power its development.
The family behind one of Mongolia’s largest mining conglomerates has bought a detached house in Hong Kong’s upmarket Southern district for HK$247 million (US$31.5 million), with the buyer intending to use it as a “retirement residence”.
Land Registry records showed Tisara Holdings, whose director is Tselmuun Nyamtaishir, signed a provisional agreement on January 29 to acquire House 5 in One Stanley at 128 Wong Ma Kok Road.
Nyamtaishir is the president and CEO of Mongolyn Alt (MAK), a...
From a couple restarting their ambitious trek around Britain's coastline to Mongolia easing entry rules for tourists, new opportunities for exploration and travel are emerging worldwide.
As Nigeria prepares to participate in the 17th session of the UNCCD (COP17) in Mongolia, the country’s rangelands and grazing routes are facing mounting pressure from desertification, drought, land…
In response to worsening fires caused by rising temperatures and severe droughts, fire rangers on the Mongolian steppe are reviving ancient nomadic knowledge to tackle the blazes.
Moldovan Prime Minister Vasile Tofan has criticized the frequent requests for foreign trips by state secretaries, deeming many of them difficult to justify given the amount of work needed domestically.
China has inaugurated the Envision Galaxy Campus in Inner Mongolia, reportedly the world's largest AI industrial park, powered by over 80% renewable energy and supporting up to one million GPUs.
Chinese renewable energy giant Envision Group has commissioned the initial phase of a gigawatt-scale data center in Inner Mongolia, marking its entry into the artificial intelligence industry.
AI startup DeepSeek is undertaking an ambitious project to develop a large-scale AI data center in Inner Mongolia, signaling its intent to compete with leading Silicon Valley AI models.
South Korea's Education Minister Choi Kyo-jin visited the Mongolian University of Science and Technology to assess a higher education cooperation project aimed at training specialists in cultural heritage conservation.
Oliver Browne, founder of True Summit Adventures, specializes in planning luxury trips costing up to $100,000, such as tours of Mongolia's Altai Mountains, but also emphasizes that unique, once-in-a-lifetime experiences are achievable without a billionaire's budget.
Haukur Sigurðsson and Vaida Bražiūnaitė, an adventurous couple who met in Norway, started their life together in a Mongolian yurt in the Westfjords of Iceland before moving into an ancient house in Ísafjörður.
CJ Foodville's bakery brand Tous les Jours opened a new store in Ulaangom, Mongolia, becoming the first Korean bakery to enter the city and expanding its presence in the country.
Lee has met with Mongolia's second and third-highest officials to further his 'Golden Age' vision, honoring a Korean doctor revered in Mongolia. This initiative aims to build on the doctor's legacy to strengthen bilateral ties.
The Export-Import Bank of Korea signed a memorandum of understanding with Mongolia's Trade and Development Bank to provide $30 million in on-lending financing, aimed at supporting exports of Korean consumer goods.
President Lee Jae Myung advocated for expanding the 'Mongtan' model of cooperation, suggesting it serve as a blueprint for the next phase of economic partnership between Korea and Mongolia.
CU, a South Korean convenience store chain, announced it has reached a milestone of over 600 stores in Mongolia, eight years after entering the market.
Flash floods in China's Inner Mongolia and Liaoning provinces have resulted in five deaths and forced thousands of residents to evacuate their homes. Streets were submerged, turning into lakes.
Rio Tinto and Mongolia have reached an agreement on new financial terms for the $18 billion Oyu Tolgoi copper mine. The revised conditions follow a surge in copper prices.
A Mongolian proverb, 'Suffer with your own rule, rather than frolic under someone else’s rule,' is presented, reflecting a cultural belief in self-reliance stemming from the nomadic lifestyle of the steppes.
An American man who donated $5,000 to a Chinese farmer nearly three decades ago to support tree planting in Inner Mongolia has received an unexpected invitation to return and witness the forest he helped create.
A review of 'Colors of White Rock,' a vivid documentary portrait, highlights a trucker's journey through Mongolia's Gobi Desert, depicting the stark contrast of colorful trucks against the desert landscape.
The Locarno Film Festival's inaugural Open Doors Connect program aims to foster South-South collaborations, bringing together film professionals from Benin, Madagascar, Brazil, and Mongolia.
Myanmar's president has arrived in China to strengthen trade relations, while coal-rich Mongolia also aims to boost its trade ties with China despite concerns about dependence. Both nations are looking to enhance economic cooperation with their powerful neighbor.
Mongolian authorities have successfully recovered a rare dinosaur skeleton, including a Tarbosaurus bataar, and other fossils that were illegally exported two decades ago, concluding years of effort to return the paleontological treasures.
Japanese Foreign Minister Motegi met with Mongolian Foreign Minister Battsetseg, agreeing to hold high-level strategic dialogues soon to strengthen bilateral relations. Motegi also thanked Mongolia for its understanding and cooperation on the abduction issue.
Artist Siyuan Aw's debut picture book, 'Our Wings As One,' was inspired by his solitary journey to Mongolia and an encounter with a boy and his eagle, which helped him process grief and find strength.
A job advertisement for herding 3,000 sheep in Inner Mongolia, China, went viral, attracting a surprising number of applicants primarily born in the 1990s.
Ukrainian drone attacks have reportedly forced several major oil refineries in central Russia to cease operations. These strikes represent a significant disruption to Russia's energy infrastructure amidst the ongoing conflict.
Iran has denied claims by the US that it struck a South Korean ship in the Hormuz Strait, with South Korea maintaining a cautious stance on the cause of the incident. Tehran firmly rejected any involvement in the alleged attack on the vessel.
A former senior political advisor from Inner Mongolia has been sentenced to 17 years in prison, indicating a crackdown on corruption within the region.
Kazakhstan's city of Almaty will host a new International Monetary Fund (IMF) Regional Capacity Development Center, serving Central Asia, the Caucasus, and Mongolia.
AzerNews features Ukhnaagiin Khurelsukh, likely in an article discussing his activities, policies, or a specific event related to the Mongolian President.
TMK is actively inviting partners to collaborate on its gas project located in Mongolia. The company is opening its doors to potential collaborators for this venture.
Major General Mohammad Asadullah Minghazul Alam of Bangladesh has been appointed as the new head of the UN peacekeeping force in Cyprus, succeeding Major General Ernebet Batsuri of Mongolia.
Mongolia's ruling party has selected a new candidate for prime minister, Uchral Nyam-Osor, after the previous head of government resigned after only nine months on the job.
The United States announced that citizens from 12 additional countries, including Georgia, Tunisia, and Mongolia, will now be required to pay a bond of up to $15,000 when applying for a visa.
Several Mongolian politicians, including former deputy speaker, are facing extended jail sentences after being charged with attempting to unlawfully seize state power following a vote calling for the Prime Minister's resignation.
China has set a GDP growth target of 4.5-5% for 2026, emphasizing the nurturing of new growth drivers, continued opening-up to foreign investment, and boosting rural economies through initiatives like livestreaming sales.
While the Iberian power cut offers lessons for renewable energy resilience, the tourism industry struggles with rising carbon emissions. Meanwhile, significant rewilding projects are underway in Wales, and innovative local solutions, like reusing Christmas trees for coastal protection, demonstrate diverse approaches to environmental challenges.