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Mongolia

The latest news, analysis and opinion on Mongolia. In-depth analysis, industry insights and expert opinion.

Capital

Ulaanbaatar

Head of State

President Ukhnaagiin Khürelsükh

Head of Government

Prime Minister Luvsannamsrain Oyun-Erdene

The Choijin Lama Temple lies in the heart of Ulaanbaatar. Photo: Handout

Travel Destinations

Why Ulaanbaatar and Mongolia’s diverse regions belong on your travel bucket list

From Buddhist temples and cashmere shopping in the city to the Gobi dunes and pristine western peaks, here is how to explore Mongolia.

30 Aug 2026 - 11:00AM

China-Russia relations

Xi, Putin to meet in Bishkek for Power of Siberia 2 talks: Kremlin

29 Aug 2026 - 9:00PMvideocam

Luxury brands

Loro Piana at Cop17: how the house is committing to sustainable Mongolian cashmere

25 Aug 2026 - 1:20PM

Chinese history

Why Chinese media says US historians are giving ‘ammunition’ to separatists

As ethnic issues grow ever more sensitive, Beijing is alleging the New Qing History movement seeks to fracture the nation.

23 Aug 2026 - 6:00PMvideocam

Women dressed in traditional costumes brave sub-zero temperatures during a visit to Beijing’s Forbidden City on March 5. Photo: Robert Ng

Energy

Mongolia apologises after China raises security fear over protesters at oil camp

Beijing’s embassy demands stronger protections for personnel following camp raid at Kherlen Tohoi oil block.

19 Aug 2026 - 3:46PMvideocam

2026 Xi-Trump summits

Exclusive | Claims Hegseth close to exit raise questions over future US-China defence ties

Donald Trump is losing patience with the Pentagon chief because of the stalled Iran war, according to several sources.

18 Aug 2026 - 6:02AMvideocam

Malaysia

Malaysian university slammed for talk by murdered Mongolian’s ex-lover

Abdul Razak, a former adviser to Najib Razak, still faces a civil suit after a court found him liable over Altantuya Shaariibuu’s death.

14 Aug 2026 - 6:25PM

An undated passport photograph of Mongolian model Altantuya Shaariibuu is seen beside an undated picture of Malaysian political analyst Abdul Razak Baginda. Photo: AP Photo/Mongolian Consulate

China’s C919 passenger plane

‘Very smooth’: what one traveller saw on C919’s milestone international flight

Comac jet’s flight to Mongolian capital on par with Boeing’s 737 and Airbus’ A320, says passenger who hopes to see more C919 destinations.

13 Aug 2026 - 9:14PMvideocam

China’s C919 passenger plane

High-altitude variant of China’s C919 jet completes first test flight

Designed to service high-plateau airports, it has shorter fuselage, similar to offerings from Boeing and Airbus.

3 Aug 2026 - 4:34PM

Banking & finance

China’s CIPS to become settlement norm in Mongolia within 2 years: Golomt Bank

Six months after Golomt adopted the technology, 96 per cent of yuan payments moved from Swift to China’s payment system, the bank says.

31 Jul 2026 - 4:25PM

US-China relations

Pentagon official hails ‘stronger’ military ties with PLA at anniversary event

Speaking at the Chinese embassy, US deputy assistant defence secretary Alvaro Smith says ‘clear, steady progress’ is being made.

29 Jul 2026 - 3:36PM

Pentagon official Alvaro Smith (left) with Chinese ambassador Xie Feng (centre) and defence attaché Major General Liu Zhan at China’s embassy in Washington on Tuesday. Photo: qq.com

Science

China’s AI weather warning system Mazu expanding across Global South

The system has been designed to provide ‘tailored’ services that help developing countries better prepare for extreme weather events.

19 Jul 2026 - 9:00PMvideocam

China airliners

China’s C919 passenger jets to enter service on first international route

Air China’s daily flights to and from Mongolia mark an important milestone for the country’s efforts to end reliance on Western-built planes.

19 Jul 2026 - 8:56PMvideocam

Artificial intelligence

China AI summit hears Global South needs equal access to avoid digital divide

Delegates at the World AI Conference in Shanghai warn fragmentation risks isolating emerging markets and concentrating advanced computing in rich economies.

18 Jul 2026 - 9:49PMvideocam

The World AI Conference in Shanghai comes amid mounting concerns that a digital divide could exclude emerging markets from critical development opportunities. Photo: Xinhua

South Korea

How South Korean hypermarket chain’s fall reflects ‘time-poor’ consumer demands

The Homeplus crisis comes even as other South Korean retail businesses continue to thrive amid a surge in online sales.

18 Jul 2026 - 1:16PMvideocam

A Homeplus store in Seoul. The financially troubled hypermarket chain has closed or suspended its outlets in South Korea. Photo: EPA

Icons and Influencers

Style according to … Marie-Louise Sciò, CEO of Pellicano Hotels Group

The woman behind some of Italy’s most glamorous hotels reveals what to do in Rome, her love of Katharine Hepburn, and her dream to ride horses in Mongolia.

26 Jun 2026 - 6:00AM

Hong Kong society

Actress Barbara Chan remembered for ‘unconditional love’ as sons lead tributes

Family, friends and Hong Kong entertainment figures attend service at St Andrew’s Church to honour life and legacy of veteran actress.

25 Jun 2026 - 8:23PM

SCO

China will be a neighbour Mongolia can rely on, foreign minister says

Wang’s visit focuses on cross-border transport and trade links as he calls for closer alignment between the countries’ development strategies.

14 Jun 2026 - 3:07PMvideocam

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi meets with Mongolian President Ukhnaagiin Khurelsukh on Saturday. Photo: Xinhua

China-Russia relations

After China-US reset, Putin heads to Beijing for Sino-Russian strategic refresh

Latest trip could allow leaders to align positions on recent geopolitical developments days after Donald Trump’s high-profile visit.

16 May 2026 - 7:16PMvideocam

North Korea

North Korea’s own-brand phone is sleek, colourful – and possibly watching you

Reports suggest North Korean-produced phones periodically capture screenshots that are stored in hidden folders accessible to authorities.

6 May 2026 - 10:18AMvideocam

Hong Kong economy

From toilet paper to travel: why inflation could soon hit Hongkongers hard

Continuing uncertainty because of the Middle East war-linked oil shock will intensify inflationary pressures, analysts warn.

13 Apr 2026 - 8:30AMvideocam

Customers buy food at a shop in Sham Shui Po. Photo: May Tse

Corruption in Asia

Mongolian parliament selects new prime minister amid corruption allegations

Zandanshatar Gombojav resigned after only nine months following allegations of corruption against one of his senior ministers.

29 Mar 2026 - 6:35PM

Mongolian Prime Minister Gombojav Zandanshatar speaks before parliament votes to accept his resignation, in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, on Friday. Photo: AFP

Art

9 artists to look out for at this year’s Art Basel Hong Kong

From Kazakh warrior sculptures to speculative films by Andrew Thomas Huang and Ayoung Kim, these are the artworks defining this year’s programme.

25 Mar 2026 - 6:00AM

China energy security

More gas from Russia? China flags new pipeline links amid Iran energy crisis

‘Preparatory work’ on pipeline, believed to be the Power of Siberia 2, included in five-year plan – but analysts say more details are needed.

9 Mar 2026 - 4:41PMvideocam

Hong Kong property

Exclusive | Mongolian mining family buys Stanley home as luxury sales set new record

Tselmuun Nyamtaishir, president and CEO of Mongolyn Alt, said the home is intended as a retirement residence for family use.

19 Feb 2026 - 1:51PM

An entity linked to Mongolian magnate Tselmuun Nyamtaishir has signed a provisional agreement to acquire House 5 in One Stanley at 128 Wong Ma Kok Road. Photo: Elson Li

Trip Inspiration

Why the Year of the Fire Horse calls for travel on horseback

Saddle up for some thrilling horse-related spectacles and experiences with our top picks from around the world.

17 Mar 2026 - 8:09PM

Torres del Paine, in Chile, is known for its granite peaks and turquoise lakes. Photo: Shutterstock

China Conference: Southeast Asia

Fosun Health to build first overseas hospitals in Indonesia amid global push

The Chinese healthcare group is also exploring opportunities to work with local distributors to sell its products in Indonesia.

11 Feb 2026 - 7:11PM

Fashion

6 sleek Winter Olympics and Paralympic Games fashion collaborations in 2026

From Adidas x Team GB and Lululemon x Team Canada, to Ralph Lauren x Team USA, these are the chicest kits we’ll be seeing in Milano Cortina.

4 Feb 2026 - 11:08AM

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