Renewables & Power Infrastructure: Mongolia’s first competitive renewable energy auction is now moving from plan to contracts, with the National Dispatching Centre signing power purchase agreements for 220 MW of solar PV plus 135 MW/440 MWh of battery storage across five provinces; tariffs range from $0.0485/kWh (Dundgovi) to $0.078/kWh (Khentii), and a second auction is set for Sept. 11. Budget & Household Support: Mongolia’s parliament opened an irregular session to debate 2026 budget amendments, redirecting MNT 1.44 trillion in operating savings toward higher pensions, public-service salary adjustments, the “School Close to Home” program, and expanded strategic food reserves, alongside stabilizing energy supply without raising prices. Heating Project Progress: Ulaanbaatar’s 63 MW Dambadarjaa thermal power plant is 70% complete and is expected to support reliable heat for about 5,000 households, with district-heating connections aided by the “Selbe 20-Minute City” apartment buildout. AI Governance Debate: A commentary argues Mongolia’s AI push needs a practical verification standard inside workflows before systems influence decisions, citing fragmented data and governance gaps as operational risks. Mining & Exploration: Azzuro Resources reports new resistivity anomalies and drill-ready targets at its Oval Cu-Ni-PGE project after a 3D IP survey, including a standout deep extension signal. Korea Medical Tourism: Korea Tourism Organization’s roadshow in Ulaanbaatar and Dalanzadgad targets Mongolia’s mining workforce with tailored health screenings and packages, aiming to convert high-spending industrial visitors into sustained demand.