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MONGOLIA-ULAN BATOR-PARLIAMENTARY ELECTIONS-PRESIDENT-VOTING

(240628) -- ULAN BATOR, June 28, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Mongolian President Ukhnaa Khurelsukh casts his vote at a polling station in Ulan Bator, Mongolia, June 28, 2024. Mongolians started voting in the regular parliamentary elections on Friday morning to elect 126 legislators. In May 2023, the State Great Khural, the country's parliament, passed amendments increasing the number of legislators from 76 to 126. Mongolia's parliament operates under a unicameral system with a four-year term. (Photo by Suriya/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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MONGOLIA-ULAN BATOR-PARLIAMENTARY ELECTIONS-VOTING

(240628) -- ULAN BATOR, June 28, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- A woman casts her ballot at a polling station in Ulan Bator, Mongolia, June 28, 2024. Mongolians are voting in the regular parliamentary elections on Friday morning to elect 126 legislators. In May 2023, the State Great Khural, the country's parliament, passed amendments increasing the number of legislators from 76 to 126. Mongolia's parliament operates under a unicameral system with a four-year term. (Photo by Suriya/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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MONGOLIA-ULAN BATOR-PARLIAMENTARY ELECTIONS-VOTING

(240628) -- ULAN BATOR, June 28, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- People fill in ballots at a polling station in Ulan Bator, Mongolia, June 28, 2024. Mongolians are voting in the regular parliamentary elections on Friday morning to elect 126 legislators. In May 2023, the State Great Khural, the country's parliament, passed amendments increasing the number of legislators from 76 to 126. Mongolia's parliament operates under a unicameral system with a four-year term. (Photo by Suriya/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Water levels of major rivers in Mongolia exceed warning threshold

STORY: Water levels of major rivers in Mongolia exceed warning threshold SHOOTING TIME: June 23, 2024 DATELINE: June 23, 2024 LENGTH: 00:00:50 LOCATION: Ulan Bator CATEGORY: OTHERS SHOTLIST: 1. various of the flooded rivers in Mongolia STORYLINE: The water levels of major rivers across Mongolia have exceeded the warning threshold due to continuous downpours, the National Agency for Meteorology and Environmental Monitoring said Sunday. As of Sunday morning, several major rivers, including Terelj, Tuul, Kherlen, Selbe and Sugnugur, have surpassed warning levels by 10 cm to 82 cm, the agency said, adding that water levels of these rivers are expected to rise in the coming days. Heavy rains have been hitting large parts of the country, including western, central and eastern regions, since midweek. In some areas, such as the national capital Ulan Bator, it snowed on Friday, an unusual occurrence for summer. The agency has warned the public, especially herders living along the rivers and tourists, t

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Mongolia sees rare summer snow

STORY: Mongolia sees rare summer snow SHOOTING TIME: June 21, 2024 DATELINE: June 21, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:16 LOCATION: Ulan Bator CATEGORY: ENVIRONMENT SHOTLIST: 1. various of rare summer snow in Mongolia STORYLINE: Rare summer snow is falling in parts of Mongolia, including the national capital Ulan Bator on Friday. Heavy rains have been falling in the eastern, western and central parts of the country since Thursday morning, turning into snow on Friday morning. Although Mongolia has a harsh continental climate, snow in summer is a rare phenomenon. The Asian country's National Emergency Management Agency has urged the public to take extra precautions against possible disasters. The unstable weather conditions are expected to continue through the weekend, according to meteorologists of the country. Xinhua News Agency correspondents reporting from Ulan Bator. (XHTV)

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Mongolia holds int'l motorsports festival to promote special interest tourism

STORY: Mongolia holds int'l motorsports festival to promote special interest tourism SHOOTING DATE: June 8, 2024 DATELINE: June 8, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:00 LOCATION: Ulan Bator CATEGORY: SOCIETY/SPORTS SHOTLIST: 1. various of motorsports festival STORYLINE: The ninth edition of an international motorsports festival kicked off in Ulan Bator on Saturday, aimed at promoting the development of special interest tourism. More than 1,000 motorcyclists from all 21 provinces of Mongolia and over 450 bikers from several countries and regions, including China, Russia, and South Korea, are participating in the annual event entitled "Steppe Wind." The festival is co-organized by the tourism department of Ulan Bator, the Mongolian capital, and the "Mongolian Choppers Brotherhood" non-governmental organization. The two-day festival features numerous activities, including a motorcycle parade, a concert by famous Mongolian rock bands, a DJ show, and an exhibition of rare and antique motorcycles. Xinhua News Agenc

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Int'l Children's Day celebrated across Mongolia

STORY: Int'l Children's Day celebrated across Mongolia SHOOTING TIME: June 1, 2024 DATELINE: June 1, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:00 LOCATION: Ulan Bator CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of Int'l Children's Day celebrated across Mongolia STORYLINE: The International Children's Day was celebrated across Mongolia on Saturday. A variety of activities for children, including sports contests, cultural concerts, and television programs focused on the protection of children's rights and interests, were organized to mark the occasion. International Children's Day was established in 1949 by the Women's International Democratic Federation. Today, many countries around the world celebrate the day annually on June 1. Xinhua News Agency correspondents reporting from Ulan Bator. (XHTV)

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Event to promote China's tea culture, tourism held in Mongolia

STORY: Event to promote China's tea culture, tourism held in Mongolia SHOOTING TIME: May 30, 2024 DATELINE: May 30, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:03 LOCATION: Ulan Bator CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. various of the "Tea for Harmony" cultural salon STORYLINE: An event promoting China's tea culture and tourism was held on Thursday at the Chinese Cultural Center in Mongolia's capital Ulan Bator. Titled "Tea for Harmony: Yaji Cultural Salon," the event featured tea culture demonstrations and an exhibition of a variety of teas, tea sets, and photos showcasing China's tea culture and tourist destinations. The "Tea for Harmony" cultural salon is a global event aimed at promoting Chinese tea culture in celebration of the International Tea Day, which is observed annually on May 21. Xinhua News Agency correspondents reporting from Ulan Bator. (XHTV)

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Over 20,000 take part in Ulan Bator Int'l Marathon

STORY: Over 20,000 take part in Ulan Bator Int'l Marathon SHOOTING TIME: May 25, 2024 DATELINE: May 25, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:00 LOCATION: Ulan Bator CATEGORY: SPORTS SHOTLIST: 1. various of the Ulan Bator International Marathon STORYLINE: The ninth edition of the Ulan Bator International Marathon commenced in Ulan Bator, the capital of Mongolia on Saturday. A total of 20,451 professional runners and amateurs from 34 countries and regions participated in various categories, including the full marathon, half marathon, family marathon, and wheelchair marathon, as reported by the mayor's office of Ulan Bator. The primary objective of the marathon is to promote the development of running sports in Mongolia, engage runners and interested citizens, unlock the potential of teenagers and young people, foster endurance, and cultivate physical and spiritual well-being to help individuals achieve their goals. Additionally, the event aims to encourage citizens to incorporate daily physical activity into their lives.

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35th edition of Mongolia's National Book Festival kicks off

STORY: 35th edition of Mongolia's National Book Festival kicks off SHOOTING TIME: May 18, 2024 DATELINE: May 18, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:00 LOCATION: Ulan Bator CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. various of Mongolia's National Book Festival STORYLINE: The 35th edition of Mongolia's National Book Festival kicked off nationwide on Saturday under the slogan "Let's Read More". Under the auspices of the country's parliament speaker, Gombojav Zandanshatar, the book festival is organized twice a year in Mongolia by the non-governmental organization Nomiin Soyolt Yertunts (World of Book Culture), with editions held in both spring and autumn. According to the organizer, the three-day festival aims to inspire children and youth to read more and cultivate a passion for books. The book festival serves as a gathering ground for hundreds of book publishers, booksellers, authors, and thousands of book enthusiasts. The festival stands as the largest book event in the Asian country. Xinhua News Agency correspondents reporting

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Contest of Chinese story telling held in Mongolia

STORY: Contest of Chinese story telling held in Mongolia SHOOTING TIME: May 3, 2024 DATELINE: May 4, 2024 LENGTH: 00:00:59 LOCATION: Ulan Bator CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. various of the contest STORYLINE: The third edition of the "Tell China's Stories" contest for students from Mongolia's general educational schools was held in Ulan Bator on Friday. The contest, co-organized by the Chinese Embassy in Mongolia, the Confucius Institute at the National University of Mongolia and the Chinese Proficiency Test Center in Mongolia, aims to promote cultural exchanges between China and Mongolia, according to the organizers. Students from several schools across Mongolia participated in the contest with 31 works. Erdenetsog Enkhmend, a Grade 11 student from the Khishig school based in Ulan Bator, won first place with his performance of the Chinese story "Three heroes fight against Lyu Bu." All participants of the contest were awarded certificates and prizes based on their performances. Xinhua News Agen

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Mongolia plants 42 mln trees since 2021 to combat desertification

STORY: Mongolia plants 42 mln trees since 2021 to combat desertification SHOOTING TIME: files DATELINE: May 2, 2024 LENGTH: 00:00:41 LOCATION: Ulan Bator CATEGORY: ENVIRONMENT SHOTLIST: 1. various of tree-planting in Mongolia STORYLINE: Mongolia has planted a total of 42 million trees across the country since the launch of its national tree-planting campaign in 2021, the country's presidential press office said Thursday. In addition, at least 63 million seedlings have so far been stocked, it said, urging the public to actively take part in the upcoming National Tree Planting Day. The land-locked Asian country is expected to observe the country's largest tree-planting and nature care event on May 11. In October 2021, Mongolia launched the nationwide tree-planting campaign "Billion Trees" as the country's President Ukhnaa Khurelsukh told the United Nations General Assembly that the campaign aims to plant at least a billion trees by 2030 to combat desertification. Desertification related to cl

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Art exhibition marks 75th anniversary of Sino-Mongolian diplomatic ties in Ulan Bator

STORY: Art exhibition marks 75th anniversary of Sino-Mongolian diplomatic ties in Ulan Bator SHOOTING TIME: April 26, 2024 DATELINE: April 27, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:05 LOCATION: Ulan Bator CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. various of the exhibition 2. various of the opening ceremony STORYLINE: An art exhibition kicked off Friday at the Chinese Cultural Center in Ulan Bator, marking the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Mongolia. Entitled "Beauty Without Borders," the exhibition was jointly presented by two female artists, including Chang Meijuan from China and Tsegmid Soyolmaa from Mongolia. The cooperation of artists aimed to enhance cultural exchanges between the two countries. A total of 24 pieces of paintings featuring the beauty of either flowers or ladies were on display. The exhibition will run until May 26. Xinhua News Agency correspondents reporting from Ulan Bator. (XHTV)

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23rd "Chinese Bridge" language competition for university students held in Mongolia

STORY: 23rd "Chinese Bridge" language competition for university students held in Mongolia SHOOTING TIME: April 26, 2024 DATELINE: April 27, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:00 LOCATION: Ulan Bator CATEGORY: EDUCATION SHOTLIST: 1. various of the 23rd "Chinese Bridge" language competition for university students in Mongolia STORYLINE: The final round of the 23rd edition of the "Chinese Bridge" Chinese Proficiency Competition for university students was held in Mongolia's capital on Friday. The competition under the theme "One World, One Family" was co-organized by the Chinese Embassy in Mongolia, the Confucius Institute at the National University of Mongolia, and the Chinese Proficiency Test Center in Mongolia. A total of 22 finalists from six universities in Mongolia showcased their Chinese language skills and understanding of Chinese culture through speeches, quizzes, and cultural performances. A female freshman from the University of Finance and Economics won the contest and was qualified to represent Mongolia at t

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Concert for Chinese Language Day held in Mongolia

STORY: Concert for Chinese Language Day held in Mongolia SHOOTING TIME: April 25, 2024 DATELINE: April 25, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:10 LOCATION: Ulan Bator CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. various of concert for Chinese Language Day held in Mongolia STORYLINE: A concert was held here Thursday to celebrate the UN Chinese Language Day. The one-hour concert, titled "Let's Sing in Chinese," was co-organized by the Chinese Embassy in Mongolia, the Confucius Institute at the National University of Mongolia and the Chinese Proficiency Test Center in Mongolia. Students from general educational schools and universities across Mongolia sang more than 10 Chinese popular songs such as "Friends," "Tomorrow Will Be Better," and "Young China," winning applause from the audience. "You all not only sang the present of your youth with your songs, but also sang the youthful past of our generation, which deeply affected me," Chinese Ambassador to Mongolia Shen Minjuan said at the concert. "This year marks the 75th anniversary of

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Mongolia warns of high risk of wildfires

STORY: Mongolia warns of high risk of wildfires SHOOTING TIME: Archives DATELINE: April 22, 2024 LENGTH: 00:00:26 LOCATION: Ulan Bator CATEGORY: ENVIRONMENT SHOTLIST: 1. various of wildfires in Mongolia STORYLINE: Mongolia is now at high risk of forest and steppe fires amid the spring season's dry and windy weather, the National Emergency Management Agency warned Monday. The warning came after 12 wildfires were registered across the country last week, with three steppe fires reported in the eastern Mongolian provinces of Dornod and Sukhbaatar on Sunday alone burning at least 80,000 hectares of grassland, according to the agency. People's negligence was the main cause of the wildfires, it said, warning the public against making open fires or throwing cigarette butts on the ground. Mongolia has a harsh continental climate, and its weather is usually dry and windy during the spring. Xinhua News Agency correspondents reporting from Ulan Bator. (XHTV)

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Strong dust storms hit Mongolia

STORY: Strong dust storms hit Mongolia SHOOTING TIME: April 13, 2024 DATELINE: April 14, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:11 LOCATION: Ulan Bator CATEGORY: ENVIRONMENT SHOTLIST: 1. various of winds and dust storms in Mongolia STORYLINE: Strong winds and heavy dust storms are hitting parts of Mongolia, causing poor visibility on roads, the country's National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) said Saturday. The strong winds and dust storms are sweeping across central Mongolia including the national capital Ulan Bator, provinces of Arkhangai and Uvurkhangai, and southern Gobi provinces of Umnugovi, Dundgovi and Dornogovi, with wind speeds up to 26 m per second, NEMA said in a statement. The inclement weather is expected to continue through the weekend, the agency said, urging the public, especially nomadic herders and drivers, to take extra precautions against possible disasters. Mongolia has a harsh continental climate as strong winds and dust storms are common during the spring. Xinhua News Agency correspondents rep

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Livestock deaths caused by harsh weather in Mongolia rise to 6.3 mln

STORY: Livestock deaths caused by harsh weather in Mongolia rise to 6.3 mln SHOOTING TIME: early footage DATELINE: April 12, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:05 LOCATION: Ulan Bator CATEGORY: ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. various of harsh winter and livestock deaths STORYLINE: The number of livestock deaths caused by the extreme wintry weather known as "dzud" has risen to 6.3 million so far this winter in Mongolia, the country's State Emergency Commission (SEC) said Wednesday. The figure accounted for 9.6 percent of the country's total livestock population counted at the end of 2023, the SEC said in a statement. Among the country's 21 provinces, eastern Sukhbaatar has been the most affected by the dzud, with over 1.5 million livestock deaths, the commission said. "Dzud" is a Mongolian term to describe a severely cold winter when a large number of livestock die because the ground is frozen or covered in snow. Last winter, Mongolia saw record snowfall, the largest since 1975, and around 90 percent of its territory

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"Chinese Bridge" contest for secondary school students held in Mongolia

STORY: "Chinese Bridge" contest for secondary school students held in Mongolia SHOOTING TIME: April 5, 2024 DATELINE: April 5, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:00 LOCATION: Ulan Bator CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. various of the contest STORYLINE: The finals of the 17th "Chinese Bridge" Chinese proficiency competition for middle school students in Mongolia concluded on Friday in the country's capital, Ulan Bator. Under the theme "Fly High With Chinese," a total of 25 finalists from eight schools across Mongolia showcased their Chinese language skills and understanding of the Chinese culture through speeches, quizzes, and cultural performances. Enkhee Narangerel, a 12th-grade student from a secondary school in the northern province of Darkhan-Uul, won the competition and was qualified to represent Mongolia at the final "Chinese Bridge" competition in China. Xinhua News Agency correspondents reporting from Ulan Bator. (XHTV)

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China-funded renovation of Mongolian land port completed

STORY: China-funded renovation of Mongolian land port completed SHOOTING TIME: January 2023 /Archive DATELINE: March 25, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:00 LOCATION: Ulan Bator CATEGORY: ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the land port in southeastern Mongolia STORYLINE: An inauguration ceremony was held on Sunday for the China-funded renovation of a land port in southeastern Mongolia. Mongolian Prime Minister Luvsannamsrai Oyun-Erdene and Chinese Ambassador to Mongolia Shen Minjuan attended the ceremony to mark the completion of the land port renovation in Zamiin-Uud, a border soum (administrative subdivision) in the southeastern Mongolian province of Dornogovi. Oyun-Erdene expressed his gratitude to China for overcoming the difficulties of the pandemic, assisting in building port facilities of international standard, increasing the passenger and cargo customs clearance capacity fivefold, and supporting Mongolia's port revival policy. "Port revival is one of the key goals of the government's medium-term devel

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Mongolia's water consumption up 6.4 pct in 2023

STORY: Mongolia's water consumption up 6.4 pct in 2023 SHOOTING TIME: Archives DATELINE: March 22, 2024 LENGTH: 00:00:53 LOCATION: Ulan Bator CATEGORY: ENVIRONMENT SHOTLIST: 1. various of lakes in Mongolia 2. various of water consumption STORYLINE: Mongolia's water consumption stood at 645.1 million cubic meters in 2023, up by 6.4 percent from the previous year, the country's Water Authority said Friday. Agriculture and mining sectors consumed the most in 2023, accounting for 41.2 and 32.3 percent of the total respectively, the agency said in a statement on the occasion of the World Water Day which falls on Friday. Meanwhile, 13.6 percent of the water was used for household purposes, it said. As of 2022, nearly 77 percent of the country's total territory has been affected by desertification and land degradation, and more than 360 rivers, streams, lakes and springs in the country have dried up, according to the country's Ministry of Environment and Tourism. Xinhua News Agency correspondents report

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Harsh weather kills over 5 mln head of livestock in Mongolia

STORY: Harsh weather kills over 5 mln head of livestock in Mongolia SHOOTING TIME: March 2024 DATELINE: March 22, 2024 LENGTH: 00:00:35 LOCATION: Ulan Bator CATEGORY: ENVIRONMENT SHOTLIST: 1. various of livestock in Mongolia STORYLINE: More than 5 million head of livestock have perished in Mongolia so far this winter, due to extreme wintry weather known as "dzud," the country's State Emergency Commission (SEC) said Friday. The dzud is a Mongolian term to describe a severely cold winter when a large number of livestock die because the ground is frozen or covered in snow. As Mongolia saw much more snow than usual this winter, over 80 percent of its territory had been blanketed with snow up to 100 cm thick, according to the country's weather monitoring agency. The amount of snow cover in Mongolia has so far decreased to around 60 percent, it said, adding that the country is expected to experience severe spring weather. At the end of last year, there were over 190,000 herder households in the c

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Golden Eagle Festival kicks off in Mongolia to promote tourism

STORY: Golden Eagle Festival kicks off in Mongolia to promote tourism SHOOTING TIME: March 9, 2024 DATELINE: March 10, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:20 LOCATION: Ulan Bator CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. various of the Golden Eagle Festival STORYLINE: The Golden Eagle Festival opened near Mongolia's capital on Saturday to promote winter tourism and ethnic Kazakh culture. The 18th edition of the festival is co-organized by the country's Ministry of Environment and Tourism, the Mongolian Eagle Hunters' Association and the Governor's Office of the western province of Bayan-Ulgii and others. Twenty-one eagle hunters aged 21-68 from the province of Bayan-Ulgii, home to the people of the Kazakh ethnic group, are competing in the two-day festival to catch stuffed animals with their specially trained golden eagles, showing off the skills of both the birds and their trainers. In addition, more activities include concerts of Kazakh folk music and dance as well as a fair of traditional handicrafts, clothing, and food of Kaza

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Chinese Embassy in Mongolia holds reception to mark Int'l Women's Day

STORY: Chinese Embassy in Mongolia holds reception to mark Int'l Women's Day SHOOTING TIME: March 6, 2024 DATELINE: March 7, 2024 LENGTH: 00:00:41 LOCATION: Ulan Bator CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. various of reception held by Chinese Embassy in Mongolia STORYLINE: The Chinese Embassy in Mongolia hosted a reception on Wednesday evening to mark the upcoming International Women's Day. The International Women's Day falls on March 8 annually to celebrate women's economic, political and social achievements. Representatives of the Mongolian government, political parties, media, and social groups as well as staff of foreign embassies and consulates and Chinese-funded institutions in Mongolia attended the reception. Xinhua News Agency correspondents reporting from Ulan Bator. (XHTV)

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China provides emergency aid to Mongolia hit by harsh winter

STORY: China provides emergency aid to Mongolia hit by harsh winter SHOOTING TIME: March 4, 2024 DATELINE: March 5, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:12 LOCATION: Ulan Bator CATEGORY: POLITICS/SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of China providing emergency aid to Mongolia STORYLINE: Chinese Ambassador Shen Minjuan handed over funds and goods in aid to Mongolian Prime Minister Luvsannamsrai Oyun-Erdene in Ulan Bator on Monday for fighting extreme wintry weather. "Our two countries have always helped each other in the face of disasters. China is ready to provide more support and assistance to Mongolia," Shen said at a handover ceremony in the State Palace of Mongolia. This winter, Mongolia has been hit by a severe dzud, a Mongolian term to describe a severely cold winter when a large number of livestock die because the ground is frozen or covered by snow. Expressing his sincere appreciation to China, Oyun-Erdene said that when Mongolia is hit by the dzud and herders face huge difficulties, China took the lead in extending a h

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Over 600,000 livestock die in cold winter in Mongolia

STORY: Over 600,000 livestock die in cold winter in Mongolia SHOOTING TIME: Recent footage DATELINE: Feb. 16, 2024 LENGTH: 0:00:55 LOCATION: Ulan Bator CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the harsh weather STORYLINE: At least 611,924 heads of livestock have died across Mongolia so far this winter, due to the extreme wintry weather known as "dzud," local media reported on Friday, citing the country's State Emergency Commission (SEC). The dzud is a Mongolian term to describe a severely cold winter when a large number of livestock die because the ground is frozen or covered by snow. Among the country's 21 provinces, Khentii, Dornod, Sukhbaatar and Dornogovi in the east, as well as Arkhangai in the central west, registered the highest rates of animal death, the SEC said in a statement. In addition, at least 13,500 herder households have been trapped in the snow, and 38,400 km of roads have been closed due to the snow, it said. The number of livestock in Mongolia stood at 64.7 million at

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Mongolia issues warning of spring floods in capital

STORY: Mongolia issues warning of spring floods in capital SHOOTING TIME: Feb. 15, 2024 DATELINE: Feb. 15, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:10 LOCATION: Ulan Bator CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of warning of spring floods in Mongolia's capital STORYLINE: The Emergency Commission of Mongolia's capital on Thursday issued a warning of spring floods. "A projected sudden warmer temperature can cause snow and ice to melt quickly, increasing the risk for flash floods in at least 30 locations in Ulan Bator," the commission said in a statement. Mongolian Prime Minister Luvsannamsrai Oyun-Erdene has ordered the evacuation of residents who may be affected by floods, according to the government's press office. Ulan Bator is home to around half of the Asian country's population of 3.5 million. This winter, Mongolia has seen a lot more snow than usual and around 90 percent of the country's total territory has so far been covered with snow up to 100 cm thick, according to the country's weather monitoring agenc

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Mongolia on high alert for disaster as over half mln livestock frozen to death

STORY: Mongolia on high alert for disaster as over half mln livestock frozen to death SHOOTING TIME: Feb. 4/5, 2024 DATELINE: Feb. 15, 2024 LENGTH: 00:00:46 LOCATION: Ulan Bator CATEGORY: SOCIETY/ENVIRONMENT SHOTLIST: 1. various of livestock STORYLINE: Mongolia has elevated its disaster preparedness to high alert as over half a million heads of livestock died in extreme cold weather, the Mongolian government's press office said Wednesday. Mongolian Prime Minister Luvsannamsrai Oyun-Erdene has ordered to take all possible measures to overcome the difficulties in the livestock sector and provide all-round support to herders, the press office said in a statement. As of Wednesday, a total of 508,039 heads of livestock have died, it said, adding that almost all provinces of the nomadic country have experienced harsh weather conditions this winter. Mongolia is one of the world's last surviving nomadic countries. The promotion of livestock husbandry is seen as the most viable solution to diversify the

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Chinese Film Week opens in Mongolia to mark 75 anniversary of ties

STORY: Chinese Film Week opens in Mongolia to mark 75 anniversary of ties SHOOTING TIME: Feb. 14, 2024 DATELINE: Feb. 14, 2024 LENGTH: 00:00:43 LOCATION: Ulan Bator CATEGORY: CULTURE/SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the Chinese Film Week STORYLINE: A Chinese Film Week opened at the Chinese Cultural Center in Ulan Bator on Wednesday. The event aims to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Mongolia, help people of Mongolia better understand China and boost learning of the Chinese language, according to the Chinese Cultural Center. A total of six popular Chinese movies, namely "The Captain," "Nezha: Birth of the Demon Child," "Galaxy Tutoring Class," "The Four," "Ex 3: Goodbye Ex," and "Pegasus" will be screened at the center during the week. Xinhua News Agency correspondents reporting from Ulan Bator. (XHTV)

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Lunar New Year celebrated in various countries

STORY: Lunar New Year celebrated in various countries SHOOTING DATE: Recent footage DATELINE: Feb. 9, 2024 LENGTH: 00:07:53 LOCATION: Ulan Bator/Bratislava/Yaounde/DAR ES SALAAM, Tanzania/Amman/Jakarta CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of celebrations 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (Slovak): CAI GE, Chinese Ambassador to Slovakia 3. SOUNDBITE 2 (Chinese): KANA AIME ROSS, Student at Confucius Institute of University of Yaounde II 4. SOUNDBITE 3 (English): PENDO MALANGWA, Acting Deputy Vice-Chancellor University of Dar es Salaam 5. SOUNDBITE 4 (English): EDIGER LYOMBO, Student at Confucius Institute 6. SOUNDBITE 5 (Arabic): MOHAMMAD JAD, Student 7. SOUNDBITE 6 (Indonesian): NESY ANGGRAENI, Visitor 8. SOUNDBITE 7 (Indonesian): EKA SEPTIADI, Visitor STORYLINE: As the Spring Festival, or the Lunar New Year approaches, a variety of activities have been held in various countries to celebrate the occasion and welcome the Year of the Dragon. The Mongol Post, Mongolia's national postal service, has issued a special postage st

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Mongolia holds cultural events to mark Chinese Spring Festival, bilateral friendship

STORY: Mongolia holds cultural events to mark Chinese Spring Festival, bilateral friendship SHOOTING TIME: Feb. 4, 2024 DATELINE: Feb. 5, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:09 LOCATION: Ulan Bator CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. various of festive activities STORYLINE: A series of cultural events entitled "Happy Chinese New Year" to celebrate the upcoming Chinese Spring Festival and the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Mongolia were officially launched in Ulan Bator on Sunday. China-Mongolia relations have flourished and gained momentum in recent years. The two heads of state and prime ministers of the two countries have maintained close contact, Chinese Ambassador to Mongolia Shen Minjuan said at the launching event. The launching event was co-organized by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism of China, the Ministry of Culture of Mongolia, the Ministry of Environment and Tourism of Mongolia, the Chinese Embassy in Mongolia, and the Nanjing Municipal Bureau of Culture an

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Concert to celebrate Chinese Spring Festival held in Mongolia

STORY: Concert to celebrate Chinese Spring Festival held in Mongolia SHOOTING TIME: Feb. 3, 2024 DATELINE: Feb. 4, 2024 LENGTH: 00:00:55 LOCATION: Ulan Bator CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. various of the concert to celebrate Chinese Spring Festival held in Mongolia STORYLINE: A concert to celebrate the upcoming Chinese Spring Festival or Lunar New Year was held here in Mongolia's capital on Saturday afternoon. Over 500 people attended the concert, co-organized by the Chinese Embassy in Mongolia and the Union of Chinese Immigrants in Mongolia. Chinese artists performed famous Chinese songs, dances, as well as magic shows at the event. The Spring Festival falls on Feb. 10 this year. Xinhua News Agency correspondents reporting from Ulan Bator. (XHTV)

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6 killed in gas explosion in Mongolia's capital

STORY: 6 killed in gas explosion in Mongolia's capital SHOOTING TIME: Jan. 24, 2024 DATELINE: Jan. 24, 2024 LENGTH: 00:00:50 LOCATION: Ulan Bator CATEGORY: OTHERS SHOTLIST: 1. various of the accident STORYLINE: Six people were killed and at least 14 others injured after a tanker carrying 60 tons of gas exploded in Mongolia's capital early Wednesday morning, the country's National Emergency Management Agency said. The accident occurred on a road in the eastern district of Bayanzurkh at around 1:07 a.m. local time. In addition, around 30 vehicles were burned and several nearby buildings from the spot partially collapsed due to the explosion, the emergency agency said in a statement. An investigation into the cause of the fire is underway, it added. Xinhua News Agency correspondents reporting from Ulan Bator. (XHTV)

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China delivers 50 buses to Mongolia

STORY: China delivers 50 buses to Mongolia SHOOTING TIME: Jan. 13, 2024 DATELINE: Jan. 17, 2024 LENGTH: 00:02:41 LOCATION: ERENHOT, China CATEGORY: ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the Chinese-made buses at the Erenhot port 2. various of customs officers inspecting the buses before they were delivered to Mongolia STORYLINE: China has recently delivered 50 domestically-made buses to Ulan Bator of Mongolia through the land port of Erenhot, the largest land port on the China-Mongolia border, as part of an order for 600 Yutong buses placed by Mongolia last year. Mongolia made the purchase from China to help meet its public transport demand and the first batch of 35 vehicles arrived at the Mongolian capital in late December 2023. The remaining vehicles will arrive at Ulan Bator in February and they are expected to help relieve Mongolia's shortage of bus supplies, according to local customs authorities in Erenhot. The Erenhot port has opened a special green channel for the exported buses, greatly helping facil

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China-made buses to hit the road in Mongolia's capital

STORY: China-made buses to hit the road in Mongolia's capital SHOOTING TIME: Jan. 15, 2024/late December 2023 DATELINE: Jan. 15, 2024 LENGTH: 00:00:20 LOCATION: Ulan Bator CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of buses STORYLINE: Eighty-five buses manufactured by Chinese bus maker Yutong have arrived in Ulan Bator and are being put into operation, the municipal government of the Mongolian capital said Friday. The first 35 Yutong buses were delivered to Mongolia from China in late December, and were part of the country's efforts to upgrade its public transport, said the municipal government. Mongolia has planned to buy a total of 600 Yutong buses, and all remaining buses will be transported to Mongolia by February, it said. Buses are the most popular means of public transport in Ulan Bator. There are now more than 980 buses used for public transport in Ulan Bator, but around 60 percent of them are outdated. Authorities hope the new buses will reduce congestion by encouraging more people to use public

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XINHUA-PICTURES OF THE YEAR 2023-WORLD NEWS

(240105) -- BEIJING, Jan. 5, 2024 (Xinhua) -- A souvenir shop remains open at sunset in Nalaikh District of Ulan Bator, Mongolia, on Aug. 18, 2023. (Xinhua/Lan Hongguang)

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Mongolia's number of livestock down by over 9 pct in 2023

STORY: Mongolia's number of livestock down by over 9 pct in 2023 SHOOTING DATE: Dec. 10, 2023 DATELINE: Dec. 27, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:00 LOCATION: Ulan Bator CATEGORY: ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. various of livestock in Mongolia STORYLINE: The number of livestock in Mongolia reached 64.7 million at the end of 2023, down by 9.1 percent from the previous year, the country's National Statistics Office (NSO) said Wednesday. Severe weather conditions with frequent snow and dust storms in the spring greatly contributed to the decrease in the number of livestock, said the NSO after an annual census of livestock across the country. The preliminary results of the nationwide census showed that sheep accounted for 45.5 percent of all livestock, goats for 38.0 percent, cattle for 8.3 percent, horses for 7.5 percent, and camels for 0.7 percent, according to the NSO. Among the Asian country's 21 provinces, the northernmost province Khuvsgul has the largest number of livestock with 5.7 million, followed by the central province

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Overnight temperature dips to minus 50 degrees Celsius in western Mongolia

STORY: Overnight temperature dips to minus 50 degrees Celsius in western Mongolia SHOOTING TIME: recent footage DATELINE: Dec. 21, 2023 LENGTH: 00:00:59 LOCATION: Ulan Bator CATEGORY: WEATHER SHOTLIST: 1. various of strong cold waves in Mongolia STORYLINE: Overnight temperatures plummeted to minus 50 degrees Celsius in Zuungovi soum, an administrative subdivision of the western Mongolian province of Uvs, from Tuesday to Wednesday, according to the country's weather monitoring agency. The figure marked the coldest temperature in Mongolia this winter, the National Agency for Meteorology and Environmental Monitoring said in a statement on Wednesday. Since the beginning of last week, a strong cold front that originated in Siberia, Russia, has been sweeping across extensive areas of Mongolia, causing temperature drops and bringing strong winds and blizzards. The cold wave is expected to continue until Friday. According to the weather agency, on Dec. 26, 1966, overnight temperatures dropped to mi

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Strong cold wave hits large parts of Mongolia

STORY: Strong cold wave hits large parts of Mongolia SHOOTING TIME: Dec. 15, 2023 DATELINE: Dec. 16, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:00 LOCATION: Ulan Bator CATEGORY: ENVIRONMENT SHOTLIST: 1. various of snow-covered areas in Mongolia STORYLINE: A strong cold front originating in Siberia, Russia, has been sweeping large parts of Mongolia, causing temperature drops and bringing strong winds and blizzards in recent days, Mongolia's National Agency for Meteorology and Environmental Monitoring (NEMHEM) said Friday. Overnight temperatures dropped to minus 46.2 degrees Celsius in Tes soum, an administrative subdivision of the western Mongolian province of Zavkhan, from Thursday to Friday, marking the coldest temperature in Mongolia this winter, NEMHEM said in a statement. Meanwhile, the overnight temperature was colder than minus 21 degrees Celsius in the rest of the country on Thursday night, it said. In addition, the cold wave is expected to continue across the country in the coming few days, the agency said, urging the

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Concert in Mongolian capital to promote China-Mongolia friendship

STORY: Concert in Mongolian capital to promote China-Mongolia friendship SHOOTING TIME: Nov. 29, 2023 DATELINE: Nov. 30, 2023 LENGTH: 0:01:25 LOCATION: Ulan Bator CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. various of the gala concert 2. various of the photo exhibition STORYLINE: A gala concert was held in Ulan Bator on Wednesday to promote the China-Mongolia friendship. The concert, titled "China-Mongolia Friendship: Echoes of the Silk Road," was co-organized by the Chinese Embassy in Mongolia, the Chinese Cultural Center in the Mongolian capital Ulan Bator, and the Mongolian State Music and Dance Conservatory. "Mongolia is a natural partner in the Belt and Road cooperation and one of the first countries to support the initiative," Chinese Ambassador to Mongolia Shen Minjuan said at the opening ceremony. Educational cooperation and cultural exchanges between the two countries have been actively carried out and achieved fruitful results, becoming a vivid reflection of the people-to-people bonds advocated by

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Chinese literature recitation contest for middle school students held in Mongolia

STORY: Chinese literature recitation contest for middle school students held in Mongolia SHOOTING TIME: Nov. 24, 2023 DATELINE: Nov. 25, 2023 LENGTH: 0:01:10 LOCATION: Ulan Bator CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of a Chinese literature recitation contest held in Ulan Bator STORYLINE: The 12th edition of an annual contest to recite classical works of Chinese literature for Mongolian middle school students was held in Mongolia's capital Ulan Bator on Friday. A total of 103 students from 14 schools across Mongolia participated in the contest organized by the Confucius Institute at the National University of Mongolia and sponsored by the Chinese Embassy in Mongolia. Batzaya Batzorig, a 12-grade male student of Khishig school in Ulan Bator, won the first place in the contest with "The Letter to Ren An." Xinhua News Agency correspondents reporting from Ulan Bator. (XHTV)

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10 Mongolian provinces experience harsh wintry weather

STORY: 10 Mongolian provinces experience harsh wintry weather SHOOTING TIME: mid-Nov., 2023 DATELINE: Nov. 23, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:15 LOCATION: Ulan Bator CATEGORY: ENVIRONMENT SHOTLIST: 1. various of roads and pastures 2. various of livestock herds 3. various of pastures covered in snow STORYLINE: At least 10 of all the 21 Mongolian provinces have been experiencing extreme wintry weather, known as "dzud," the country's National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) said Thursday. Dzud is a Mongolian term to describe a severely cold winter when a large number of livestock die because the ground is frozen or covered in snow. "At least 10 provinces, including Bayan-Ulgii, Uvs, Khovd, Zavkhan and Govi-Altai in the west, as well as Khentii and Dornogovi in the east, are now experiencing the dzud," the NEMA said in a statement. In addition, eight provinces, including Sukhbaatar in the east and Bulgan in the north, are experiencing near-dzud conditions, the emergency agency said. In 2016, a dzud killed

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Endangered Mongolian saiga antelopes' population exceeds 15,500

STORY: Endangered Mongolian saiga antelopes' population exceeds 15,500 SHOOTING TIME: Earlier footage DATELINE: Nov. 21, 2023 LENGTH: 00:00:46 LOCATION: Ulan Bator CATEGORY: ENVIRONMENT SHOTLIST: 1. various of Mongolian Saiga antelopes STORYLINE: The number of Mongolian saiga antelopes, a critically endangered species, has increased to more than 15,500, local media reported Tuesday, citing the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF)-Mongolia. "The population of Mongolian Saiga antelopes has increased to at least 15,540 this year. Also, since 2018, there have been no recorded cases of illegal hunting of Mongolian Saiga antelopes," the WWF-Mongolia said in a statement. The species' population had declined to only 750 in early 2000 due to several factors such as infectious diseases, harsh weather conditions and poaching. Xinhua News Agency correspondents reporting from Ulan Bator. (XHTV)

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China, Mongolia seek to bolster tourism cooperation

STORY: China, Mongolia seek to bolster tourism cooperation SHOOTING TIME: Nov. 3, 2023 DATELINE: Nov. 3, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:23 LOCATION: Ulan Bator CATEGORY: ECONOMY/SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the seminar 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (Chinese) : LI ZHI, Counselor of the Chinese Embassy in Mongolia and Director of the Chinese Cultural Center in Ulan Bator 3. SOUNDBITE 2 (Mongolian): DAGVAJAMTS BASTSUKH, Head of Ulan Bator's Tourism Department 4. various of foreign tourists in Ulan Bator (Shooting time: summer of 2023) STORYLINE: A seminar promoting tourism cooperation with China was held in Mongolia's capital on Friday. The seminar covered the current state of tourism in Mongolia and cross-border tourism initiatives. SOUNDBITE 1 (Chinese): LI ZHI, Counselor of the Chinese Embassy in Mongolia and Director of the Chinese Cultural Center in Ulan Bator "Tourism is a bridge that promotes cultural and people-to-people exchanges, and enhances mutual understanding and friendship between China and Mongolia. I believe th

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8 herders killed in central Mongolia due to snow storms

STORY: 8 herders killed in central Mongolia due to snow storms SHOOTING TIME: Nov. 4, 2023/Nov. 5, 2023 DATELINE: Nov. 6, 2023 LENGTH: 0:00:48 LOCATION: Ulan Bator CATEGORY: ENVIRONMENT SHOTLIST: 1. various of snow storms that hit large parts of Mongolia STORYLINE: Eight herders have been killed in central Mongolia due to snow storms, the country's National Emergency Management Agency said Monday. One male, six female herders, and a 12-year-old boy from the central provinces of Tuv and Uvurkhangai lost their lives while looking after their herd in the snow storms that hit large parts of the country over the weekend, the agency said in a statement. Since Friday evening, snow and blizzards have caused icy roads and poor road visibility. The hardest-hit central Mongolia has been covered by a layer of snow up to 34 cm thick, according to the country's National Agency for Meteorology and Environmental Monitoring. Xinhua News Agency correspondents reporting from Ulan Bator. (XHTV)

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Chinese dance competition for middle school held in Mongolia

STORY: Chinese dance competition for middle school held in Mongolia SHOOTING TIME: Nov. 3, 2023 DATELINE: Nov. 4, 2023 LENGTH: 0:01:05 LOCATION: Ulan Bator CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. various of Chinese dance competition in Ulan Bator STORYLINE: The final round of the 10th edition of Chinese dance competition for middle school students was held in Ulan Bator on Friday. The dance competition was sponsored by the Chinese Embassy in Mongolia and organized by the Confucius Institute at the National University of Mongolia with the aim of contributing to the further development of cultural relations between the two neighboring countries. A total of 52 dances were performed by secondary school students in the final round. A student from the Khishig school in Ulan Bator won first place in the competition with a dance titled "Peripatetic sorrow." Xinhua News Agency correspondents reporting from Ulan Bator. (XHTV)

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Mongolia sees record high number of foreign visitors in 10 months

STORY: Mongolia sees record high number of foreign visitors in 10 months SHOOTING TIME: Nov. 2, 2023 DATELINE: Nov. 2, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:05 LOCATION: Ulan Bator CATEGORY: ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. various of foreign tourists and tourism destinations in Mongolia STORYLINE: The number of foreign tourist arrivals in Mongolia exceeded 600,000 by the end of October, an all-time high and surpassing 2019's total, the country's Ministry of Environment and Tourism said Thursday. Russia, China and South Korea were the biggest sources of tourist arrivals for Mongolia in the January-October period, the ministry said in a statement. The Mongolian government has taken measures to revive the pandemic-hit tourism sector. In January, 34 countries were granted visa-free entry to Mongolia for tourism purposes, increasing the number of visa-exempt countries to 61. The Asian country has also declared 2023-2025 as "Years to Visit Mongolia." Mongolia's economy is mainly dependent on its export-oriented mining sec

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Mongolia home to 20 pct of snow leopards worldwide: WWF

STORY: Mongolia home to 20 pct of snow leopards worldwide: WWF DATELINE: Oct. 23, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:07 LOCATION: Ulan Bator CATEGORY: ECOLOGY SHOTLIST: 1. various of snow leopards in Mongolia STORYLINE: More than 20 percent of all snow leopards worldwide are in Mongolia, the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF)-Mongolia said Monday. About 953 adult snow leopards, ranging from 806 to 1,127, roam in Mongolia, inhabiting an area of approximately 328,900 square km in Altai, Sayan and Khangai Mountain ranges, said the WWF-Mongolia. Mongolia is home to the world's second-largest snow leopard population after China, the organization said in a statement on the occasion of the International Snow Leopard Day, which falls on Oct. 23. To raise awareness for the protection of snow leopards, a fine art exhibition titled "The Land of Snow Leopards" opened on Monday at M-Art Gallery in Ulan Bator, the capital of Mongolia, and is expected to run until Sunday. Xinhua News Agency correspondents reporting from Ulan Bator. (X

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Mongolia begins vaccination against livestock foot-and-mouth disease

STORY: Mongolia begins vaccination against livestock foot-and-mouth disease DATELINE: Oct. 23, 2023 LENGTH: 00:00:41 LOCATION: Ulan Bator CATEGORY: ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. various of animals in Mongolia STORYLINE: A vaccination campaign against the deadly foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) is now underway across Mongolia, local media reported on Monday, citing the country's General Authority for Veterinary Services (GAVS). FMD is a viral infectious disease that spreads among cloven-hoofed animals such as cattle, sheep and pigs. Within the framework of the campaign, a total of 6.6 million cloven-hoofed animals are expected to be vaccinated against the FMD. The Asian nomadic country has developed a 2022-2028 strategy to fight FMD and keep livestock healthy. Under the strategy, high-risk animals will be vaccinated against the disease every six months to curb and prevent its spread, according to the GAVS. The livestock sector is a main pillar of the Mongolian economy with over 71 million heads of livestock in the c

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Chinese speech contest held for Mongolian middle schools

STORY: Chinese speech contest held for Mongolian middle schools DATELINE: Oct. 21, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:05 LOCATION: Ulan Bator CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. various of the speech contest STORYLINE: The final of the sixth edition of a Chinese speech contest for middle-school students was held in Mongolia's capital on Friday. Titled "Together, let China and Mongolia hoist the sail and move forward!" the speech contest was co-organized by the Chinese Embassy in Mongolia and the Confucius Institute at the National University of Mongolia. A total of 53 secondary school students competed in the final round. Batzaya Batzorig, a 12th-grade student of the Khishig school in Ulan Bator, won the first place in the competition. Xinhua News Agency correspondents reporting from Ulan Bator. (XHTV)