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COAL EXPANSION AND GREEN POLICY Mongolia is widely recognized as a major supplier of raw materials to the global market, particularly coking coal, copper, and cashmere. In fact, it can be said that these three sectors have firmly inscribed the name "Mongolia" onto the global value chain. Among them, coal deserves special attention. We are living in a time when we have reason to be grateful for our coal resources.
A SOLUTION TO BOOSTING REAL INCOME: THE BORTEEG DEPOSIT Industry representatives have noted that, as climate change policies gain momentum worldwide, coal demand and prices are expected to decline after 2030. In response, many countries are pursuing policies over the next five years to bring their coal deposits into commercial development and fully tap their export potential, aiming to maintain stable economic returns, revenues, and profits.
WILL MONGOLIA JOIN THE GLOBAL HIGH-TECH VALUE CHAIN THROUGH RARE EARTH ELEMENTS? As the world approaches the twin turning points of the energy transition and the Fourth Industrial Revolution, rare earth elements (REEs) have evolved far beyond their place on the periodic table. They are now a strategic asset-often described as a technological "weapon" - shaping national security, industrial and technological competitiveness, and technological sovereignty.
G. YONDON: INVITATION TO TENDER FOR COPPER SMELTING PLANT SENT TO MORE THAN 90 INTERNATIONAL FIRMS Mongolia's 2024-2028 Government Action Program places strong emphasis on developing value-added processing industries, with the construction of a copper smelting plant identified as a key priority. As part of this initiative, preparations are underway to establish a new smelter based on Erdenet.
THE GOVERNMENT TO INTENSIFY NEGOTIATIONS WITH RIO TINTO ON INCREASING THE RETURNS OF THE OYU TOLGOI PROJECT On Thursday, February 12, 2026, H. Amarjargal, Country Director of Rio Tinto in Mongolia; S. Munkhsukh, Chief Executive Officer of Oyu Tolgoi LLC; B. Dulamsuren, Chief Financial Officer; and Andrew Laya, Chief Operating Officer, met with the Prime Minister of Mongolia, G. Zandanshatar, and formally delivered the response letter from Katie Jackson, Chief Executive of Rio Tinto Copper.
RE-NEGOTIATING AROUND OYU TOLGOI TO ENABLE GREATER MUTUAL BENEFITS As Oyu Tolgoi, one of the world's largest copper mines with the potential to rank among the top three globally, approaches peak production, the government is entering negotiations with Rio Tinto. Under their existing agreement, negotiations are stipulated every seven years, and this round of negotiations is particularly important. It aims not only to enhance Mongolia's returns from Oyu Tolgoi but also to resolve issues related to Entrée Resources.
EXPERIENCED AND RESPECTED TECHNOCRAT TAKES CHARGE OF MONGOLIA’S MONETARY POLICY The term of B. Lkhagvasuren, Governor of the Bank of Mongolia, ended in November 2025. Following this, the Speaker of Parliament, N. Uchral, nominated Sanjaa Narantsogt, former CEO of Erdenes Mongol LLC, as the next Governor. 
MISTAKES AND ACHIEVEMENTS OF THE OYU TOLGOI INVESTMENT AGREEMENT DISCUSSED AFTER 16 YEARS An open parliamentary hearing on the Oyu Tolgoi Investment Agreement December 8, 10, and 12. The hearing was organized by the Interim Oversight Committee, whose official mandate is to supervise and review documents and activities related to safeguarding Mongolia’s national interests and increasing the benefits derived from the exploitation of the Oyu Tolgoi group of deposits. 
FLS DRIVING INNOVATION AND SUSTAINABILITY IN MONGOLIA'S MINING INDUSTRY FLSmidth (FLS) is a global leader in mining technology, providing equipment, services, and digital solutions that enhance productivity, efficiency, and sustainability. In Mongolia, the company collaborates closely with local mining operators and authorities to address the unique challenges of the region.
TD Equipment: Strengthening Mongolia's Drilling Performance Through Innovation and Local Investment We spoke with Vince Startsevich, Business Development Manager at Black Diamond Drilling Services-an Australian company working to bring global engineering expertise to Mongolia. The company supplies equipment, trains underground mining personnel at Oyu Tolgoi, and provides technical support tailored to the challenging climate and unique terrain of the Gobi region.
TRANSPARENT MINING: A TRUSTED FUTURE BUILT ON BLOCKCHAIN For centuries, trust has been placed in the hands of intermediaries.
D. DALAIJARGAL: URANIUM MINING PROJECT ADVANCES FAST WITH FRENCH FUNDING The Government of Mongolia has signed an investment agreement with France's state- owned company, Orano Mining.
SURGING PRICES BRING NEW GOLDEN OPPORTUNITY FOR MONGOLIA The explosive surge in the gold market in 2025 has fundamentally reshaped analysts' forecasts and economic projections.
PDAC announces 2026 Awards recipients November 4, 2025, Toronto, Canada – The Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada (PDAC) is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2026 PDAC Awards, celebrating the people and partnerships driving discovery, development, and sustainable growth in the mineral industry.
T. BATTULGA: THE "MONGOLIA MINING" EXPO HELPS TRANSFORM OUR RESOURCE-RICH NATION INTO A LEADER IN RESPONSIBLE MINING The Mongolia Mining Expo, which showcases the progress of Mongolia's mining sector, its core principles of responsible extraction, and the prospects for innovation, marks its 15th anniversary this year.
THE PROS AND CONS OF MONGOLIA'S NEW MINERAL ROYALTY RULE At its cabinet meeting on the 20th of August, 2025, the Government introduced a new procedure for calculating the mineral resource utilization royalty (commonly referred to as the mineral royalty).
FLS Mongolia Service Centre Expansion Officially Opens The expansion of the FLS Mongolia Service Centre was officially inaugurated today, November 4, 2025, marking a significant step in setting new standards for technology and service within Mongolia’s mining sector.
PRECISION AND POWER: RAD TORQUE SYSTEMS’ EXPANSION INTO MONGOLIA’S GROWING MARKETS RAD Torque Systems is a Canadian-based manufacturer specializing in high-precision torque tools designed for demanding industrial applications. With over 30 years of experience, RAD is recognized globally for its innovative pistol grip torque wrenches, widely used across industries such as mining, aerospace, construction, and energy.
T. MUNKHBAT: INVESTING IN GEOLOGY BRINGS BENEFITS BEYOND MINING We spoke with T. Munkhbat, Chairman of the Joint Council of Mongolian Geological Associations, about the current state of the geology and exploration sector.
“MINING IN MONGOLIA” DAY HIGHLIGHTS OPPORTUNITIES AT THE “CHINA MINING 2025” CONFERENCE On the opening day of the China Mining 2025 event held in Tianjin, People’s Republic of China, a dedicated session titled “Mining in Mongolia” was successfully organized. This special event was collaboratively hosted by the Embassy of Mongolia in China, the Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources, and the Mongolian National Mining Association (MNMA), with strong support from Oyut Ulaan LLC and the Erdenes Mongol Group.
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