Oyu Tolgoi: Contribution to the Community Sustainable Development

Partnering to promote sustainable development in the region we operate.

• With funding from the Oyu Tolgoi Catalyst Fund for Khanbogd Development (OTCF), a 14‑km paved road project was implemented, bringing the total length of paved roads within Khanbogd soum center to 25 km, making it the soum with the longest paved road network in the country. https://shorturl.at/snG4Y

• In 2025, the Business Development team of the OTCF delivered strong results across Khanbogd, supporting local businesses, jobs, and long-term economic resilience. Through the low-interest small and medium sized enterprise (SME) loan program, 35 businesses received MNT 2,34 billion in financing, creating 16 new jobs. Tourism development progressed into Phase II, with a 9-room hotel reaching its final stage and a laundry facility just opened. We also strengthened local capacity through a SME Capacity Development Program, co-financed by the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), supporting 25 businesses with three months of training, mentoring, and intensive tourism-focused workshops. In parallel, our housing pilot and co-financing initiatives with private and civil society partners advanced, mobilizing additional investment and reinforcing sustainable, inclusive growth in Khanbogd. https://shorturl.at/fC4fN

• With financing of MNT 6.7 billion from the Oyu Tolgoi–funded Gobi Oyu Development Support Fund (DSF), the groundbreaking ceremony for the “Construction of the Fifth Water and Heat Distribution Center in Khanbogd Soum” project was held on November 17, 2025. Within the framework of this project, construction and installation works for water and heat distribution facilities will be carried out in the Bayankhuuvur and Galba residential areas of Khanbogd soum, including the installation of main and branch pipelines for the first and second heating loops, as well as domestic hot water supply lines. https://shorturl.at/k2y9j

• The DSF, in partnership with the Umnugovi Governor’s Office and the Provincial Health Department, is implementing the “Umnugovi Public Health Support Programme.” Running from 2024 to 2028, the programme aims to promote healthy lifestyles, enhance medical services, and strengthen healthcare workforce capacity, with a total investment of MNT5.5 billion. Under the programme:

  • A Diabetes Center was established in Dalanzadgad soum with MNT 82.6 million in funding, introducing modern diagnostic and treatment capabilities for diabetes-related complications in Umnugovi province. This enables residents to access specialised tests locally, saving both time and cost. To ensure the center’s sustainable operation, doctors, nurses, and trainers specialising in diabetes care completed a three‑month professional development programme in 2024–2025. https://shorturl.at/9LVJq

  • Thirteen types of modern kitchen equipment, valued at over MNT 30 million, were donated to the Gurvantes soum Health Center. As inpatient numbers have increased since the center became operational in October 2025, this support contributes to hygienic, uninterrupted operations and improves the quality and accessibility of medical nutrition services.

  • A five‑day refresher training was delivered for community health workers from three family health centers in Dalanzadgad soum, combining theoretical instruction with on‑the‑job practice to strengthen professional capacity.

  • The DSF continues to support both large and small-scale community-focused projects in the region. Moving forward, the fund will prioritise long-term sustainable development programmes—particularly in education and health—rather than focusing on infrastructure alone. New five-year initiatives aimed at strengthening teacher capacity and improving English language education have already been launched.

• To support employment and skills development in Umnugovi province, Oyu Tolgoi works in partnership with the local government and Umnugovi Polytechnic College to deliver continuous training, professional certification, and job‑readiness programmes for unemployed residents. To date, 1,500 local residents have gained practical skills to support future employment. https://shorturl.at/zsqYS