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Ulaanbaatar Sets Tram and Expressway Timelines as Mayor Moves to Negotiate Kiosk Relocations

He will present free-space and job offers to TҮЦ operators at two new service centers.

Overview

  • Mayor H. Nyambaatar said he will meet kiosk operators’ associations next week and seeks negotiated relocations for more than 20 remaining TҮЦ, noting five have already moved.
  • The city cites land clearance for the tram project as the driver, with the tender due on February 15 and bid opening planned in April.
  • Preparatory work for the Tuul expressway is about 80% complete, with construction set to begin on March 15, 2026 and a target to open traffic lanes by July 1, 2027.
  • Officials also outlined related timelines, including a ring road tender opening on March 1 and a metro contractor selection process now in its second stage with a final decision expected by May 1.
  • The city opened the Dream Ice Rink–2025 at the Central Stadium and set up skating areas in all six central districts, reported 80 billion MNT in fuel savings from a switch to half‑coke, and warned of continued cold with Ulaanbaatar around −13 to −15°C today.