Public Health Alert: Mongolia’s National Center for Zoonotic Diseases says a suspected bubonic plague case may be linked to illegal marmot meat consumption in Ulaankhus soum, with PCR testing underway and 17 provinces flagged as at risk. Trade & Industry: Mongolia and EAEU states agreed to tariff cuts and exemptions covering 367 product categories, aiming to boost Mongolian exports (especially agriculture and livestock) and potentially double exports within three years. Bilateral Diplomacy: Presidents and officials from Mongolia and Tajikistan signed 11 cooperation documents and held talks, with a business forum also advancing private-sector links. Housing Fraud Crackdown: A working group has been set up to investigate housing reservation fraud cases after police reported large losses to citizens and ongoing cases. National Naadam Infrastructure: The government approved a National Naadam Complex at Khui Doloon Khudag under a public-private partnership, with a planned 30,000-seat arena and estimated MNT 100 billion preliminary investment. China Ties & Fuel Supply: Mongolia’s PM met China’s outgoing ambassador, highlighting continued efforts including AI-92 gasoline and aviation fuel supply. Sports & Youth: Mongolia won medals at the International Economics Olympiad, and Mongolian athletes are set to compete internationally in aerobic gymnastics. Travel Disruption: Ulaanbaatar universities delayed the 2026-27 academic start by 15 days to ease traffic ahead of COP17 preparations.