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Mongolia’s Political Tensions Rise as Health Workers Set Oct. 9 Pay Rally and PM Details Housing Bank Plan

Competing political, social, infrastructure demands now crowd a constrained 2026 budget.

Overview

  • MP P. Sainzorig began collecting lawmakers’ signatures to lodge a motion to dismiss Prime Minister G. Zandanshatar’s government, which requires at least 32 signatures to file and 64 votes to pass.
  • The Mongolian Health Workers' Union announced a nationwide rally on October 9 with more than 10,000 participants expected, demanding salaries be raised to 3.5 million MNT.
  • Prime Minister G. Zandanshatar outlined mortgage system reforms including a state Housing Bank offering low‑interest, long‑term loans, with initial coverage prioritizing teachers and doctors.
  • Ulaanbaatar advanced major congestion‑relief projects as the 24.7 km First Ring Road tender accepts submissions and Tuul expressway preparations proceed toward an August 15, 2027 opening for the roadway and August 15, 2028 for systems.
  • Parliament directed daily publication of air‑pollution levels alongside weather reports, and the National Emergency Commission urged provinces to secure budget resources now to reduce winter and spring hardship risks.