{mosimage}The new government of Mongolia has decided to seize ownership of the mammoth Tavan Tolgoi coal mine. During his inaugural speech before Parliament, newly sworn-in Prime Minister Sanj Bayar's made clear his intentions saying, “Tavan Tolgoi has become an issue of national security and public interests.” 

{mosimage}Eco-friendly purchases during the mammoth Christmas retail season in the West has become an important sector in consumer holiday spending. The good news for Mongolia is that eco-friendly consumers are very interested in Mongolian cashmere.

{mosimage}The government of Mongolia, along with the business community, received news last week that Mongolia’s credit rating has been increased to 'BB+' from 'BB'.

{mosimage}ASA circus opens on December 22 when asashoryu D.Dagvadorj attends the opening ceremony. That day will see a full-length performance named Altan Manej. The opening ceremony’s performance will include presentations such as Dudartai Akrobat, Khos Akrobat and Moritnii Gaikhamshig.

{mosimage}TWO Mongolian actors, Kh.Batzul and B.Tsetsegee, were named best actors at the Third Annual Asian Festival of First Films (AFFF), which ran from November 27 to December 4.

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{mosimage}Parliament has approved the three names submitted to complete the 15-strong cabinet of new Prime Minister S. Bayar late afternoon, December 13. The final three positions have been filled by Member of Parliament, R.Rash as Minister of Road, Transport and Tourism;

{mosimage}Two Mongolian freestyle wrestlers from Darkhan, Mongolia, competed successfully and received gold medals at an international competition organized in Russia. The competition was organized in honor of the famous Russian trainer, G.Makhutov. P.Onorbat in the 66kg section and B.Odgerel in the 120kg section gained the gold medal.

{mosimage}“Last night I had a nightmare, Long arm suffered me, Censored my speech,

{mosimage}Last week, it was reported that yokozuna Asashoryu returned to Japan to meet members of the Yokozuna Deliberation Council and clarify things. A few days later, he began his workout. He also took part in a sumo winter exhibition in Amukusa City.