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Mongolia's National Book Festival to Highlight Environmental Conservation

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The 37th National Book Festival will be held in Sukhbaatar Square, Mongolia, from May 16 to 18, 2025, under the theme 'The Mazaalai-A Source of National Pride.' The focus on the Gobi Bear, one of the world's most endangered species, aims to raise public awareness about the country's environmental challenges. The festival will also highlight various national movements and ongoing environmental projects, including the 'Billions of Trees,' 'Food Supply and Security,' and 'Healthy Mongol' initiatives. By promoting reading habits and fostering a positive relationship with books, the festival seeks to nurture a sense of national pride and environmental stewardship.

Key Takeaways:

  • The 37th National Book Festival will be held in Sukhbaatar Square, Mongolia, from May 16 to 18, 2025, under the theme 'The Mazaalai-A Source of National Pride.'
  • The festival aims to raise public awareness about environmental degradation and conservation efforts in Mongolia, particularly for the critically endangered Gobi Bear.
  • The event will provide updates on the 'Billions of Trees,' 'Food Supply and Security,' 'Healthy Mongol,' and 'White Gold' National Movements, as well as other ongoing environmental projects.
  • The President's Office will participate in the festival, prioritizing the protection and breeding of the Mazaalai bear and promoting public awareness about environmental conservation.
  • The festival is organized by the 'World of Book Culture' NGO in cooperation with several government agencies and departments.
  • The event seeks to nurture reading habits among citizens, especially children and youth, and promote the book-publishing industry and public reading initiatives.
  • The President's Office will also use the festival to promote the 'National Script, Culture, and Book Days' observed on the Friday, Saturday, and Sunday of the third week of May and September.

Statistics:

  • The Gobi Bear population has dropped to fewer than sixty individuals due to climate change, desertification, and environmental degradation.
  • The 'Billions of Trees' National Movement aims to promote reforestation and conservation efforts.
  • The 'Food Supply and Security' National Movement focuses on increasing food production and reducing waste.
  • The 'Healthy Mongol' National Movement promotes public health and wellness initiatives.
  • The 'White Gold' National Movement aims to develop sustainable mining practices and reduce the impact of mining on the environment.

Sources:

  • The Office of the President of Mongolia
  • The Ministry of Environment and Climate Change
  • The Ministry of Culture, Sports, Tourism and Youth
  • The Governor's Office of the Capital City
  • The Ulaanbaatar Department of Culture and Arts
  • The 'World of Book Culture' NGO
  • Presidential Decree No. 158
  • The Law on Public Holidays and Commemorative Days

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