ULAN BATOR– Nearly 50 percent of all Mongolian teenagers aged between 12 and 17, have received two doses of COVID-19 vaccines so far, according to a statement released by the country’s ministry of education and science yesterday.

Meanwhile, over 75 percent of about 290,000 teenagers in this age group, have received their first doses of COVID-19 vaccines, it added.

In mid-June, Mongolia started vaccination for children on a voluntary basis, with the consent of their parents or caretakers.

Students across the country will return to their classrooms, as the 2021-2022 academic year starts on Sept 1, according to the ministry.

However, students in high-risk areas are expected to rotate in-person teaching and online classes on a weekly basis.

Source: NAM NEWS NETWORK