AGP Executive Report

Saiga Recovery: Mongolia’s saiga population has rebounded to 28,800, with the animals returning to parts of their native range after decades of conservation work. Wildfire Damage: Fires have burned more than one million hectares in Mongolia so far this year, underscoring the scale of pressure on its landscapes. Human–Wildlife Encounters: Mongolia recorded 62 bear-related incidents, with sightings increasingly reported in residential areas. Takhi Conservation: The wild horse population in Khomiin Tal has reached 160, aided by international cooperation.

Wetland Recovery: During an inspection in China’s Inner Mongolia, Xi Jinping called for stronger ecosystem protection at Huangqihai Lake, whose waters have recovered after years of conservation work. Desertification: Inner Mongolian restoration pioneer Yin Yuzhen was named one of the FAO’s 100 Women Heroes for decades of tree planting in the Maowusu Sandy Land. Wildfires: Fires have burned more than 1 million hectares in Mongolia so far this year. Human-Wildlife Conflict: Mongolia recorded 62 bear-related incidents, with sightings increasingly reported in residential areas. Wildlife Recovery: Takhi numbers in Khomiin Tal have grown from 22 to about 160, with the endangered wild horses now breeding naturally.

Desertification: UNDP has reaffirmed support for Mongolia’s climate resilience and rural livelihoods, including follow-up on the “Steppe Action” launched after COP17. Wildlife: Mongolia recorded 62 bear-related incidents, with sightings in residential areas highlighting the need to reduce conflict between people and wildlife. Takhi Recovery: Khomiin Tal’s reintroduced wild-horse population has grown from 22 to about 160, with the herd now reproducing naturally. Wildfires: Fires have burned more than one million hectares in Mongolia so far this year, taking a heavy toll on the country’s landscapes and habitats.

Wildlife: Khomiin Tal’s takhi herd has grown from 22 horses to about 160 since reintroduction began in 2004–05. The reserve, also a UNESCO biosphere reserve, protects steppe habitat and biodiversity. Bear Encounters: Mongolia has recorded 997 bear sightings in residential areas, with more than 80% involving cubs or mothers with cubs. Authorities have issued permits to cull 38 bears across affected areas. Severe Weather: Forecasters warned of snow, blizzards and falling temperatures across western, central and eastern Mongolia through October 17, with poor visibility and icy roads expected. Wildfires: More than 1 million hectares have burned in Mongolia so far this year, highlighting the scale of pressure on the country’s landscapes. Land Restoration: Mongolia and UNDP say they will continue working together on the Steppe Action initiative following this summer’s UN desertification summit in Ulaanbaatar.

Severe Weather: Mongolia’s meteorological agency warned of snow, blizzards and sharp temperature drops across the country through October 17, with poor visibility and icy roads likely. Bear Encounters: Nearly 1,000 bear sightings in residential areas have been reported; more than 80% involved cubs or mothers with cubs. Authorities have issued permits to cull 38 bears, while response teams and a public hotline are in place. Wildfires: Fires have burned more than 1 million hectares in Mongolia so far this year. Transport Shift: Fuel shortages are driving interest in Chinese electric vehicles, and Mongolia plans about 500 fast-charging stations over the next two years. Protected Places: A UNESCO workshop in Almaty brought Mongolia and five Central Asian countries together to strengthen cooperation on managing natural World Heritage sites.

Severe Weather: Mongolia’s meteorological agency warns of snow, blizzards and sharp temperature drops through October 17, with icy roads and poor visibility expected across several regions. Bear Encounters: Authorities have logged 997 bear sightings in residential areas since spring. More than 80% involved cubs or mothers with cubs; officials have issued permits to cull 38 bears in nine aimags and the capital, citing public safety and scientific assessments. Wildfires: Fires have burned more than one million hectares in Mongolia so far this year, according to a recent report. Cleaner Transport: Fuel shortages are accelerating interest in Chinese electric vehicles. Mongolia plans to install about 500 fast-charging stations over the next two years. Carbon Credits: Mongolia and Singapore will open applications on October 30 for carbon-credit projects under their bilateral agreement.

Bear Encounters: Mongolia logged 62 brown bear sightings, residential incursions and livestock attacks on Oct. 10–11, including 46 reports in Zavkhan. Authorities secured three bears in Khuvsgul; officials have recorded nearly 1,000 sightings nationwide since spring and point to climate change, food shortages and pressure on natural resources as possible drivers. Wildfire Damage: Fires have burned more than one million hectares in Mongolia so far this year, adding to pressure on ecosystems. Climate Displacement: A recent look at COP17 in Mongolia highlights how plans to protect people displaced by environmental change received little attention, despite migration’s growing role as an adaptation to climate impacts. Carbon and Energy: Mongolia and Singapore will open applications for joint carbon-credit projects on Oct. 30. Separately, Mongolia and Saudi Arabia signed an energy cooperation agreement spanning renewables, efficiency and climate-mitigation technologies, alongside oil and gas.

Bear Encounters: Authorities recorded 62 brown-bear incidents on October 10–11, including 46 in Zavkhan. Since spring, nearly 1,000 sightings have been reported across 11 provinces and Ulaanbaatar; 20 bears deemed a threat have been killed. Officials cite climate change, food shortages and pressure on natural resources among possible causes. Carbon Markets: Mongolia and Singapore will begin accepting applications on October 30 for joint carbon-credit projects, opening a route for businesses to pursue green investments. Wildfires: Fires have burned more than one million hectares in Mongolia so far this year, underscoring the scale of the country’s fire-season challenge. Energy Cooperation: Mongolia and Saudi Arabia signed an agreement covering renewables, energy efficiency and storage, alongside oil and gas cooperation and climate-mitigation technologies.

Carbon Markets: Mongolia and Singapore will open applications for joint carbon-credit projects on October 30, creating new opportunities for businesses in both countries. Energy Cooperation: A new Mongolia–Saudi Arabia agreement covers renewable power, energy efficiency and storage, and climate-mitigation technologies. Wildfire Emergency: Mongolia has recorded 172 forest and steppe fires this year, burning more than 1 million hectares; officials say human negligence caused most of them. Bear Safety: After a fatal attack near Ulaanbaatar, authorities reported more than 750 bear sightings in residential areas since spring and authorized professional hunters in high-risk zones. Wildlife Health: Researchers warn that weak disease surveillance leaves wildlife vulnerable; sheep-and-goat plague has been linked to an estimated 80% decline in Mongolia’s endangered saiga.

Wildfires: Mongolia has recorded 172 forest and steppe fires this year, burning more than 1 million hectares. Nearly 80% were steppe fires, and officials say human negligence was the main cause. Cleaner Transport: Fuel shortages are accelerating interest in Chinese electric vehicles. Mongolia plans about 500 charging stations in Ulaanbaatar and elsewhere over the next two years. Energy Cooperation: Mongolia and Saudi Arabia signed an agreement covering renewable energy, efficiency, storage and climate-change mitigation technologies. Wildlife Safety: After a fatal bear attack near Ulaanbaatar and a rise in sightings near homes, the government ordered professional teams to patrol high-risk areas and relocate bears where possible. Authorities also warned that fake bear alerts and emergency calls can divert responders from real incidents. Climate Resilience: A new soilless greenhouse in Selenge can grow livestock feed in 8–10 days, while a backup weather-observation system at Chinggis Khaan International Airport adds new monitoring equipment to Mongolia’s meteorological network.

Bear Safety: After a bear killed a man and injured a woman near Ulaanbaatar, authorities say more than 750 bear sightings have been reported near homes since spring. Professional hunters are being deployed in high-risk areas, while schools are urged to avoid forest and mountain outings. Officials also warn that AI-generated bear images and hoax emergency calls can divert rescue teams from real threats. Wildlife Health: A global study calls for stronger local disease-monitoring networks, citing a past sheep and goat plague outbreak linked to an estimated 80% decline in Mongolia’s endangered saiga. Livestock Resilience: A new soilless greenhouse in Selenge can grow livestock feed in 8–10 days, offering herders a potential source of green fodder in winter and spring.

Bear Alert: After a bear killed a man and seriously injured a woman near Ulaanbaatar, the government ordered round-the-clock teams of hunters, rangers and security forces in high-risk areas. Officials report more than 750 bear sightings near homes this year and are preparing equipment to capture and relocate bears; schools have been told to avoid forest and mountain outings. Carbon Markets: Singapore and Mongolia will accept applications from Oct. 30 for projects that generate carbon credits under the Paris Agreement. Water Restoration: Work is underway to refill Kheltgii Tsagaan Lake, dry for years, by repairing canals and restoring its connection to the Orkhon River. Green Kharkhorum: The planned new city aims to reserve half its area for green space, with tree-planting underway across 1,500 hectares. Wildlife Research: British explorer and conservationist John Blashford-Snell plans to return to Mongolia to use camera traps to search for the critically endangered Gobi bear.

Gobi Wildlife: Explorer and conservationist John Blashford-Snell, who turns 90 this month, plans to return to Mongolia to search for the critically endangered Gobi bear using camera traps. Bear Safety: A fatal attack near Ulaanbaatar and more than 750 reported sightings since spring have prompted round-the-clock patrols, warnings against school outings in high-risk areas and efforts to capture and relocate bears. Climate Action: Singapore and Mongolia will begin accepting applications on October 30 for carbon-credit projects under their Paris Agreement partnership. Water and Green Space: Work to refill the long-dry Kheltgii Tsagaan Lake includes repairing a canal and building a new channel; planned Kharkhorum city aims to devote half its area to green space. Resilient Farming: A new Selenge greenhouse uses soilless methods to grow livestock feed in 8–10 days, offering herders a potential winter and spring feed source.

Bear Conflict: After a bear killed a man and seriously injured a woman near Ulaanbaatar, the government ordered round-the-clock response teams, bear relocation where possible and faster imports of tranquilizer equipment, backed by MNT 1 billion. Authorities have logged more than 750 bear sightings near homes this year; schools were told to avoid forest and mountain outings in high-risk areas. Restoring Land and Water: Work to refill long-dry Kheltgii Tsagaan Lake includes repairing a 17-kilometre ditch and building a canal from the Khugshin Orkhon River. Nearby, the planned Kharkhorum city aims for green space across half its area, with more than 900,000 trees planted so far. Climate and Farming: Mongolia and Singapore will begin accepting applications for carbon-credit projects on October 30 under their Paris Agreement deal. A new soilless greenhouse in Selenge can grow livestock feed in 8–10 days, offering a potential boost to winter supplies.

Human–Wildlife Conflict: A bear killed a man and seriously injured a woman at their home near Ulaanbaatar as sightings reached 754 nationwide this year, including 24 in the capital. Authorities are deploying professional hunters and seeking tranquilizer equipment; experts point to climate pressures and food shortages as possible factors. Climate Action: Singapore and Mongolia will accept applications from Oct. 30 for projects generating carbon credits under the Paris Agreement, potentially allowing Singaporean companies to offset some taxable emissions. Water and Green Space: Work to restore Kheltgii Tsagaan Lake includes repairing canals to refill its long-dry basin, while plans for New Kharkhorum city set aside half its area for green space. Sustainable Farming: A new Selenge aimag greenhouse uses water-based growing methods to produce livestock feed in 8–10 days, with training for herders and students.

Bear Encounters: After a bear killed a man and seriously injured a woman near Ulaanbaatar, the prime minister ordered round-the-clock teams of professional hunters in high-risk areas. Authorities report more than 750 bear sightings since spring and warn schools against trips to forested and mountainous areas. Experts cite climate change and food shortages among possible causes. Climate Watch: September was the planet’s second-hottest on record, with 2026’s January–September average also the second-highest. Carbon Projects: Mongolia and Singapore will open applications on Oct. 30 for projects that generate carbon credits under the Paris Agreement. Water Restoration: Work is under way to refill Kheltgii Tsagaan Lake, dry for years, by repairing canals and restoring its connection to the Orkhon River. Livestock Feed: A new soilless greenhouse in Selenge aimag can grow green feed in 8–10 days, offering herders a potential winter and spring feed source.