AGP Executive Report

Finland Ties: Mongolia and Finland agreed to deepen trade, with Finnish expertise sought in clean technology, digitalisation and education. Four agreements were signed in education and culture. Research Links: A Mongolia-Germany Science Day in Berlin brought more than 100 researchers and university leaders together, with joint project proposals spanning climate, engineering, materials science and health. Medical AI: South Korean startups are testing AI tools in Mongolia for cervical cancer screening and brain-aneurysm risk prediction, aiming to expand hospital partnerships and gather patient data. Telecom and Environment: KDDI apologized after a convoy linked to its Mongolian unit Mobicom’s network tests was implicated in a fire that burned about 530,000 hectares in the protected Numrug reserve.

Telecom and Environment: KDDI apologized after a fire linked to activities by its Mongolian unit, Mobicom, burned about 530,000 hectares in the Numrug Strictly Protected Area. The company said staff were testing a telecommunications network when the fire broke out. Research Ties: Mongolia and Germany’s first science forum held during a presidential state visit brought together more than 100 researchers and university leaders. Joint project proposals focused on climate and sustainability, engineering, materials science and health. Medical AI: South Korean startups are expanding trials and partnerships in Mongolia, including AI tools for cervical cancer screening and brain aneurysm risk prediction. University Links: Mongolia’s University of Science and Technology and Technical University of Ostrava discussed student exchanges, joint degrees and research cooperation; no agreement has yet been finalized.

Medical AI: South Korean startups are expanding trials in Mongolia, where gaps in medical and telecom infrastructure offer real-world testing conditions. Talos is discussing its brain-aneurysm risk tool with Ulaanbaatar’s Third State Central Hospital, while Aidot is testing AI-assisted cervical cancer screening. Research Ties: Mongolia and Germany’s first science day in a presidential state visit brought together more than 100 researchers and university leaders, with joint-project proposals spanning climate, engineering, materials and health. University Links: Mongolian University of Science and Technology and the Technical University of Ostrava discussed student exchanges, dual-degree programs and joint research, though no agreements have been finalized. AI in Media: A MONTSAME-hosted conference examined how artificial intelligence is being used in Mongolian newsrooms. Digital Cooperation: Mongolia and Germany also discussed expanding collaboration in AI, cybersecurity and digital governance, alongside renewable energy and storage.

Medical AI: South Korean startups are expanding trials in Mongolia, using mobile cervical-cancer screening and AI tools to assess aneurysm risk; Talos is discussing adoption with Ulaanbaatar’s Third State Central Hospital. Higher Education: MUST and the Technical University of Ostrava are exploring student exchanges, joint bachelor’s-to-doctoral programs and research cooperation, including through Erasmus. Mongolia–Germany Science Links: A new joint declaration backs research cooperation, a first Mongolian-German Science Day, expanded scholarships and renewable-energy initiatives. AI in Media: MONTSAME’s 105th-anniversary conference examined how artificial intelligence is being used in Mongolian newsrooms. Wildfire Assessment: Scientists and government teams will use satellite imagery, fieldwork and laboratory analysis to evaluate damage to the Numrug Strictly Protected Area after fire burned nearly 80% of its land.

AI in Mongolian Media: MONTSAME’s 105th-anniversary conference examined how artificial intelligence is being used in newsrooms, including its current role in Mongolian journalism. Mongolia–Germany Research Links: During President Khürelsükh’s state visit, the countries agreed to deepen scientific cooperation, support the German-Mongolian Institute for Resources and Technology, hold their first Science Day and expand scholarships. Numrug Wildfire: Officials say the October fire burned nearly 80% of the protected area; a scientific assessment will examine damage to soil, water, wildlife and habitats. Electric Transit: Ulaanbaatar plans to introduce BYD’s Sky Shuttle, an electric public-transit system.

Science Partnership: Mongolia and Germany agreed to deepen research ties, support the German-Mongolian Institute for Resources and Technology, and launch their first Science Day, alongside expanded scholarships and vocational training. Conservation Science: Mongolia will assess a wildfire that burned an estimated 528,766 hectares in Numrug Strictly Protected Area using satellite imagery, field surveys and laboratory analysis to measure impacts on wildlife, water, soil and habitats. Mongolian Researchers: Scientists in the U.S. shared work on AI, medicine, biotechnology, genetics, energy and environmental protection at a conference in Sacramento, including AI-assisted drug discovery and new approaches to disease-risk assessment. Urban Mobility: Ulaanbaatar plans to introduce BYD’s Sky Shuttle electric transit system.

Mongolia–Germany Science Ties: A new joint declaration backs the German-Mongolian Institute for Resources and Technology, a first Mongolian-German Science Day, expanded research links and scholarships. The countries also plan cooperation in renewable energy, AI, cybersecurity and e-government. Numrug Fire Assessment: The October wildfire burned an estimated 528,766 hectares, including nearly 80% of the strictly protected reserve. A scientific review will use satellite imagery, field surveys and lab analysis to assess damage to soil, water, wildlife and habitats. Mongolian Researchers Abroad: Scientists and researchers in the U.S. shared work on AI-driven drug discovery, cancer, Alzheimer’s, genetics, biotechnology, energy and environmental protection at a conference in California. Energy Infrastructure: Construction of the Erdeneburen Hydropower Plant has reached 40% completion. The project aims to boost domestic electricity generation and help integrate renewables into the western grid.

Research: Mongolian scientists and researchers in the U.S. met in Sacramento to share work in AI, medicine, biotechnology, genetics, energy and environmental protection, including AI-assisted drug discovery and cancer research. Gobi Restoration: Umnugobi aimag and Japan discussed applying Japanese technology to afforestation and ecosystem protection, with projects underway to restore parts of the Gobi and combat desertification. Clean Transport: Ulaanbaatar plans to introduce BYD’s Sky Shuttle electric transit system. Energy: Construction of the Erdeneburen hydropower plant has reached 40%; the project is expected to strengthen western Mongolia’s power supply and help integrate renewables. Sports Science: Modernization of the Olymp training center is 70% complete. The facility is designed to give national athletes scientifically based training and recovery programs.

Mongolia–Germany Science Ties: President Ukhnaagiin Khürelsükh’s state visit to Germany has begun, with a science day and academic conferences planned as the countries mark 100 years of educational cooperation. Sports Science: Modernization of the Olymp training and recovery center in Bulgan province is 70% complete. The facility will offer science-based programs for national athletes and is expected to open in early 2027. Clean Energy: Construction of the Erdeneburen hydropower plant has reached 40%. The project is intended to boost domestic electricity generation and help integrate renewables into the western grid. Electric Transit: Ulaanbaatar plans to introduce BYD’s Sky Shuttle system, adding a new electric public-transit option to the capital.

Sports Science: Mongolia’s Olymp Training and Recovery Center in Bulgan is 70% renovated, with scientifically monitored training and recovery programs planned for national athletes when it opens in early 2027. Energy Infrastructure: Construction of the Erdeneburen hydropower plant has reached 40%; the project is intended to boost western Mongolia’s electricity supply and support renewable energy integration. School Nutrition: Mongolia and KOICA are advancing an $8 million project to equip schools and a nutrition training center at MUST, part of plans for a meal-production system tailored to local needs. Electric Transit: Ulaanbaatar plans to introduce BYD’s Sky Shuttle electric public transit system.

Regional AI Infrastructure: Inner Mongolia’s computing capacity nearly quadrupled to 363,000 petaflops by August, as Ulanqab courts AI data centres and seeks to power them with wind and solar energy. Urban Transit: Ulaanbaatar is targeting construction of BYD’s battery-powered elevated Sky Shuttle from March 2027, with trial operations planned for November, pending final plans and procurement. Renewable Industry: Khovd Eco Cement, Mongolia’s first cement plant powered by renewable energy, aims to meet up to 60% of its electricity needs with solar and is considering battery storage. Wildlife Science: Mongolia’s saiga population has rebounded to 28,800 after decades of conservation, including habitat protection, ranger patrols and community involvement.

Renewable Industry: Prime Minister N. Uchral pledged support for Khovd’s Shine Khovd Industrial and Technology Park and Khovd Eco Cement. The plant runs on an 8-megawatt solar station, aims to meet up to 60% of its electricity needs with renewables, and plans to add battery storage. Urban Mobility: Ulaanbaatar and BYD plan to develop the battery-powered Sky Shuttle on elevated tracks. A feasibility study is due by December, with construction targeted for March 2027 and trial operations in November. Technical Skills: A Canadian-Mongolian partnership is preparing vocational qualifications in renewable energy, agricultural equipment, food processing and other fields to help build a skilled workforce.

Urban Transport: Ulaanbaatar is planning BYD’s battery-powered Sky Shuttle on elevated tracks, with design work due by December, construction targeted for March 2027 and trial operations planned for November. Conservation: Mongolia’s saiga population has rebounded to 28,800 from about 1,000 in 1981, following decades of habitat protection, ranger patrols and community outreach. Skills and Technology: A Canadian-Mongolian vocational training project is preparing qualifications in renewable energy, agriculture, food processing and veterinary work to help build a locally skilled workforce. Regional AI Infrastructure: In Inner Mongolia, Ulanqab is pairing wind and solar power with expanding computing facilities; a new AI-supported monitoring center is also helping track wildlife as restoration revives Huangqihai Lake.

Urban Transit: Ulaanbaatar’s preliminary deal with BYD targets design completion for the battery-powered Sky Shuttle by December, construction in March 2027 and trial operations in November. Conservation Science: Mongolia’s saiga population has rebounded to 28,800 from about 1,000 in 1981, following decades of protection and monitoring. Rail Engineering: Workers completed installation of all T-beams on the Gantsmod–Gashuunsukhait cross-border railway, clearing a major construction milestone. Research Links: President Khurelsukh’s upcoming Germany visit will include a Mongolia–Germany Science Day and talks on expanding cooperation in science and education.

Urban Mobility: Ulaanbaatar’s preliminary BYD deal targets an elevated electric “Sky Shuttle,” with design due by December, construction planned for March 2027 and trial operations targeted for November. Rail Infrastructure: Crews completed installation of all beams on the 9.91-kilometer Gantsmod–Gashuunsukhait cross-border railway, a construction milestone for Mongolia’s second rail link with China. Science & Skills: Mongolia’s National Defense University says it is expanding research and training in cybersecurity, AI and drones; a Mongolia–Germany Science Day is also planned during President Khurelsukh’s visit next week. Regional Computing: Ulaanqab in Inner Mongolia is building a green-powered AI computing hub, with 109 projects signed and plans for large-scale data-centre capacity.

Electric Transit: Ulaanbaatar has signed a preliminary agreement with BYD to develop its battery-powered Sky Shuttle on elevated tracks. A feasibility study is due by December, with construction targeted for March 2027 and trial operations in November. Railway Engineering: Workers have installed the final T-beam on the Gantsmod–Gashuunsukhait line, Mongolia’s second cross-border railway link with China, clearing a key construction milestone. Skills and Technology: Canadian colleges and Mongolia’s Education Ministry are launching a five-year vocational training project in fields including renewable energy, agriculture, food processing and veterinary technology. Regional AI Infrastructure: Ulaanqab in Inner Mongolia is expanding as a computing hub, drawing data-centre investment with cheap renewable power and links to Beijing—part of a wider push to pair green electricity with energy-intensive AI computing.