Zoonotic Disease Alert: Mongolia’s National Center for Zoonotic Diseases (NCZD) has warned of rising bubonic plague risk, urging people to follow prevention steps as illegal marmot hunting continues despite a legal ban; the NCZD says 17 of 21 provinces are considered at risk, with summer travel and consumption of marmot meat increasing exposure, and notes the disease can become fatal within 24 hours without timely treatment. Health Diplomacy: South Korea and Mongolia signed a revised memorandum on health cooperation during President Lee Jae-myung’s state visit, covering healthcare delivery systems, noncommunicable disease management, AI-based digital healthcare, regenerative medicine, and cancer control and research, including screening and clinical collaboration. Public Health & Environment: The World Meteorological Organization reports that sand and dust storms hit health and air quality worldwide, with dust sources including the Gobi and the Sahara; it highlights that storms can disrupt transport and strain water and energy systems, underscoring the need for early warnings and regional cooperation. Community & Child Safety: Coverage around Mongolia’s Naadam child jockeys highlights both the tradition and health concerns, with rights groups warning about exploitation and dangerous conditions, including past injuries and a death among child jockeys. Bilateral Mobility: Mongolia–South Korea aviation links are set to expand, with more weekly flights and broader route options from regional airports to Mongolia, improving access for patients and travelers.