Mongolia, the uncontested buffer state

America’s increasingly active presence in a state historically within Russia’s sphere of influence might actually help solve some of Russia’s most pressing security concerns in Asia. By Blake Holley Since the fall of the Soviet Union, Russia has actively...

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Four Islamic extremists deported back to Kyrgyz

Mongolia considers Islamic extremism harmful to national security Odriin Sonin Daily reported in its issue №278 (4605) dated November 18 that the Immigration Agency deported November 6 four Kyrgyz people who conducted activities contrary to national security. Kyrgyz citizens Lohuza Kerin Yanurovich, Tursunbayev Kurarbek Kuramayevich, Abdrayev...

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Mongolian President Leads Business Mission to Hong Kong

Hong Kong, Nov 28, 2013 - (ACN Newswire) - Mongolian President Tsakhiagiin Elbegdorj addressed an audience of approximately 200 businesspeople today at a Hong Kong luncheon organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC). The president was in Hong Kong to promote emerging opportunities in the resource-rich country. He was leading a Mongolian...

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President transfers the fight against air pollution to government; confused the public

President Elbegdorj submitted draft law on air pollution of Ulaanbaatar today and according to this draft law, national committee to reduce air pollution will operate under the government.  Previously, the committee was working under the President's office and president's advisors were included in the committee staff.  Despite millions...

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Diplomat Interview with head of Mongolian Investment Agency under the Government

Sereeter Javkhlanbaatar The Diplomat’s Jacopo Dettoni speaks Sereeter Javkhlanbaatar head of the new Invest Mongolia Agency, about the investment climate in Mongolia and its new foreign investment law. Sereeter Javkhlanbaatar head of the new Invest Mongolia...

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Former Mongolian top executive at Oyu Tolgoi blames Mongolian government for playing role in the cost increase of Rio mine

A.Munkhbat, former Vice Director of the Oyu Tolgoi LLC: There are  also Mongolian influences in Oyu Tolgoi cost increase Providing concrete answer to many arguments surrounding Oyu Tolgoi is difficult in today’s condition. Working group supposed to revise the investment agreement is meeting, however, refuses to provide information. Therefore,...

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