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Morning! Last Friday, citizens of Ulaanbaatar were introduced to the summer water outage schedule. As part of the city administration’s annual “grand renovation” tradition, residents will once again go through 10 days without hot water. Just imagine surviving a “hot shower” in a summer where temperatures can reach 35°C+. If you take on this challenge, will you make it through, or surrender on day one? 🥸

What’s inside today’s edition…

• ⚡ Micro-Mobility Boom Turns Deadly

• 🛍️ Mongolia’s Must-Buy Brands

• 🌍 COP17 Blue Zone Registration

We’ve got a lot to cover, so let’s get moving. 🐐

MARKET

AND: AND Solutions has signed a full-service agreement with AEON Thana Sinsap, a Thailand-based subsidiary of AEON Financial Service, to deploy its credit scoring model across the company’s personal loan operations.

MNG: Parliament has begun discussions on the draft law on organ, tissue, and cell transplantation.

GOV: The government is planning to redirect mortgage lending exclusively toward ger districts and targeted groups.

🛵🛴 Micro-Mobility Boom Turns Deadly 

Electric scooters, mopeds first entered the Mongolian market in force in 2022. What started as freedom on wheels has turned into a growing public safety threat. 

• Background News: In 2023, Jet Sharing Mongolia launched 3,000 electric scooters. The following year, another 6,000 were planned. As the numbers on the streets grew rapidly, so did the risks.

🤕 Sharp Rise in Injuries

By 2025, the consequences became clear. Injuries linked to these vehicles have increased 6-fold in just 3 years. In 2022, only 50 cases were recorded. By 2023 the number jumped to 305, rising further to 532 in 2024. In 2025 alone, a staggering 2,792 people were injured. In just 5 days in April 2026, another 48 accidents were recorded. Many involved young riders traveling at high speeds without proper safety gear.

💭 Why These Vehicles Are Risky

Unlike ordinary bicycles, many of these vehicles are equipped with powerful motors. Electric scooters can reach up to 60 km/h, while Surons can go as fast as 120 km/h. This combination of speed, lack of protective gear and frequent use by young or inexperienced riders has led to a surge in serious head, spinal and brain injuries. Many accidents occur because riders treat them like regular bicycles, ignoring the much higher risks involved.

🧐 New Rules Introduced

In response to the growing crisis, the city adminstration has introduced stricter regulations that came into effect on 10 April 2026. The new rules aim to balance public safety with the growing popularity of micro-mobility. Under the updated law, electric scooters and mopeds can only be used by people aged 16 and over, while Surons are restricted to riders aged 18 and above. All such vehicles must now use cycle lanes or stay on the far right side of the road, and riding on pavements is strictly prohibited.

• Even with stricter regulations, minors are still riding, and accidents continue to happen. The core issue is that the city lacks proper infrastructure for scooters and mopeds. As a result, they are forced to use pedestrian paths, increasing the risk of injuries.

📃 What Happens Next?

Rental companies must now verify users’ age via the E-Mongolia platform, with parents held responsible for minors. Traffic Police will enforce the rules nationwide. While officials expect fewer accidents, pedestrians still need to stay on full alert, because if you’re not paying attention, getting clipped by a scooter or moped isn’t a possibility, it’s just a matter of time.

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ECONOMY & BUSINESS

• Kazakhstan Ready to Meet Mongolia's Demand for Wheat. (Qazinform)

• Why Mongolia May Be Asia's Most Overlooked Frontier Investment Opportunity. (AsiaPacificInvestmentPartners)

• AND Solutions Signs a Full Service Agreement with AEON Thana Sinsap. (ANDSolutions)

• Plant-Based Product Exports Reach 183,500 Tonnes in One Year. (Montsame)

• Mining in Mongolia: 10 Things to Know. (NortonRoseFulbright)

POLITICS

• Conference Diplomacy in Action: What COP17 Means for Mongolia. (CPD)

• Mongolia Agrees Petroleum Product Supplies at Domestic Market Prices with Russia. (Interfax)

• Chinese APT Abuses Multiple Cloud Tools to Spy on Mongolia. (DR)

• Presidents of Mongolia and Armenia Hold Talks in Astana. (AKIPress)

• Mongolia Is Redefining Steppe Diplomacy With Kazakhstan. (TheDiplomat)

• Delegation of the Institute of Strategic Studies of Mongolia visits SCO Secretariat. (SCO)

CULTURE & LIFESTYLE

• How to Feed a Mongol Warrior. (EatsHistory)

• An Jooeun, Chairperson of CJES Foundation, Appointed as Cultural Envoy of Mongolia. (AsianBusinessDaily)

• 11.2 Million Livestock Have Given Birth Nationwide. (Montsame)

• How a Sinking Lithospheric Root Raised Mongolia's Hangay Mountains. (Phys) 

• Blue Zone Registration Open on May 1st. (UNCCD)

🛍️ Mongolia’s Must-Buy Brands: A Shopper’s Guide for 2026

Mongolia is fast emerging as one of the most exciting destinations in global tourism. If you’re planning a trip, here’s a curated list to elevate your shopping experience.

🛍️ Fashion & Cultural Icons 

Mongolia’s cashmere is among the finest in the world, and Gobi Cashmere stands as its ultimate icon, with 60+ stores locally and a growing global presence. Its timeless designs and luxurious quality make it a must-have. 

• Michel Amazonka also gained global recognition after designing Mongolia’s striking Paris 2024 Olympic uniforms. Its refined ready-to-wear pieces, available at Galleria Ulaanbaatar and the State Department Store, capture modern Mongolian elegance. 

• For authentic souvenirs, Mary & Martha Mongolia offers fair-trade handicrafts, while Narantuul (the Black Market) is the go-to for traditional deels. Jewelry brand Baigal is known for its exquisite silver pieces inspired by Mongolia’s heritage.

💄 Beauty & Cosmetics 

Mongolia’s beauty scene is rising, led by Lhamour, a natural skincare brand using ingredients like sea buckthorn and camel milk. Its clean, locally sourced products deliver a premium experience with growing international appeal.

🥛 Dairy: Mongolia’s Hidden Treasure

Beyond fashion, Mongolia’s dairy offers a unique kind of luxury. With one of the highest livestock densities globally, the country produces exceptionally fresh, flavorful products rooted in nomadic tradition. So don’t miss APU Dairy’s premium range, including Mont-Yak, Honin Nuga, and Sain Yogurt, alongside Teso Food’s Zuv, a traditional curd drink and curd pellets that offer a distinctly local, and often surprising, taste.

🌿 Health & Wellness 

For wellness seekers, Monos Foods’ VITOS (Цэнэг) is a trusted supplement brand made from pure Mongolian ingredients, perfect for adding a local touch to your routine.

🥃 Vodka & Spirits: Premium Mongolian Alcohol

No trip is complete without exploring Mongolia’s spirits. APU’s Founder Mongolian Gin stands out as a refined, export-quality option crafted with local botanicals. Chinggis Khan remains the most iconic vodka, while Shiguderi offers a distinctive twist, produced using traditional methods from fermented airag or yogurt. Have a favorite local spirit? Share your must-try Mongolian brands with us.

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