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Good news from Mongolia
Positive stories set in or affecting Mongolia, gathered from the newsrooms Rally reads. Every headline links back to the publisher who reported it.
10 stories.
COP17 in Mongolia wraps up with 1.3 billion dollars of Green Investment Pledge
The COP17 conference in Mongolia secured a $1.3 billion pledge for green projects to combat desertification, which affects 40% of the planet’s land and 3.2 billion people. The funds will support efforts to reverse soil degradation, particularly in vulnerable regions like Mongolia, where 77% of the territory is already impacted. This commitment marks a step toward tangible solutions to a growing global challenge.
Africanews
COP17 in Mongolia wraps up with 1.3 billion dollars of Green Investment Pledge
COP17 in Mongolia secured a $1.3 billion pledge for green projects to combat desertification, which affects 40% of the planet’s land and 3.2 billion people. The funding will support solutions to reverse soil degradation, particularly in vulnerable regions like Mongolia, where 77% of the territory is at risk. This marks a step toward tangible action against a growing global crisis.
Euronews
PM Shehbaz to embark on three-day visit to Kyrgyzstan today for SCO summit
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit in Kyrgyzstan, strengthening regional ties. The visit, at the invitation of Kyrgyzstan’s president, highlights Pakistan’s active role in international cooperation. This engagement supports diplomatic efforts and mutual growth in the SCO framework.
Dawn
COP17 in Mongolia wraps up with 1.3 billion dollars of Green Investment Pledge
A major global effort to combat desertification has secured $1.3 billion in green investments for projects across 23 countries. The funding, agreed by governments and private investors, will support environmental initiatives on five continents. This marks a significant step toward sustainable land management and climate resilience.
Euronews
Ulaanbaatar transformed by rural exodus as the city's youth search for their place, in pictures
Ulaanbaatar’s youth are reshaping the city as they leave rural life behind, bringing fresh energy and new stories. A photographer’s portraits highlight their hopes and ties to the steppes, offering a window into their changing world. The work comes as the city hosts a major UN climate conference, drawing attention to its transformation.
Le Monde
COP17 in Mongolia: Finding solutions to land degradation
At COP17 in Mongolia, delegates from 179 nations are working with local communities and businesses to tackle land degradation, which threatens half the world’s population and drives poverty and migration. Their efforts aim to restore soil health and slow the spread of deserts, offering hope for sustainable land use and livelihoods.
Euronews
COP17 to Combat Desertification: Geographer Jean-Daniel Cesaro on why pastoralism matters
A UN conference on desertification opens in Mongolia, where experts are calling for expanded international cooperation to combat land degradation. The focus on pastoralism highlights sustainable land use, offering hope for restoring degraded areas. France is urged to share and deepen its expertise through global partnerships.
Le Monde
China’s homegrown narrow-body jetliner completes second-ever international commercial flight
China’s C919 jetliner has taken another step forward with its second international commercial flight, this time to Mongolia’s capital. This milestone shows progress for the homegrown aircraft, offering more options for global travel. It’s a positive sign for aviation innovation and international connectivity.
Dawn
Passenger jet billed as China’s answer to Boeing and Airbus prepares to make first international flight
China’s homegrown passenger jet, the Comac C919, is set to make its first international flight, marking a milestone for the country’s aviation industry. While it may take time to compete with Western giants, this step forward could help diversify global aviation and offer new options for airlines. The flight to Mongolia is a promising start for a more balanced industry.
The Guardian
Pakistan chairs 12th SCO meeting of heads of border services: FO
Pakistan on Friday chaired and hosted the 12th meeting of the Heads of Border Services of the Competent Authorities of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO), the Foreign Office (FO) said.
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