Renewable Energy for Ger Districts: Ulaanbaatar Mayor Purevdagva Byaruuzana met UNDP’s Matilda Dimovska to expand green heating and electricity for ger households, including connections for about 800 homes, a 2.5 MW solar mini-grid, and electric heating systems. Dinosaur Fossils Back Home: Mongolia received Tarbosaurus bataar and other illegally smuggled dinosaur fossils from France after 13 years, while police continue a criminal case over forged border documents. English Access at NUM: U.S. officials visited NUM’s Center of Excellence for English, part of the U.S.-Mongolia English Initiative, offering free public courses and teacher training with support for English and AI skills. Buddhist Relics Return to India: After a 10-day exposition at Gandan Tegchenling Monastery in Ulaanbaatar, the relics of Buddha’s chief disciples, Sariputra and Maudgalyayana, were handed back to India as around one lakh devotees visited. Wildlife Conservation Recognition: Dr. Nyambayar Batbayar, founder of Mongolia’s Wildlife Science and Conservation Center, received the 2026 National Geographic Wayfinder Award. Tourism & Culture Spotlight: Ulaanbaatar hosted the 15th Asian Tourism Forum (June 11–13), while the Animo 2026 animation festival was set for September with plans to promote Mongol history through digital content.