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Mongolia is battling with a growing problem of alcohol abuse.
According to the World Health Organisation more than 20 per cent of the country's male population and five per cent of women are dependent on alcohol.
In addition the problem is fuelling a rise in serious and violent crime, nearly three quarters of which is said to be alcohol-related.
The issue has become one of the country's biggest stumbling blocks to economic and social progress.
Al Jazeera's Tony Birtley reports from Ulaan Bataar.
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Mongolia is battling with a growing problem of alcohol abuse.
According to the World Health Organisation more than 20 per cent of the country's male population and five per cent of women are dependent on alcohol.
In addition the problem is fuelling a rise in serious and violent crime, nearly three quarters of which is said to be alcohol-related.
The issue has become one of the country's biggest stumbling blocks to economic and social progress.
Al Jazeera's Tony Birtley reports from Ulaan Bataar.
At Al Jazeera English, we focus on people and events that affect people's lives. We bring topics to light that often go under-reported, listening to all sides of the story and giving a 'voice to the voiceless.'
Reaching more than 270 million households in over 140 countries across the globe, our viewers trust Al Jazeera English to keep them informed, inspired, and entertained.
Our impartial, fact-based reporting wins worldwide praise and respect. It is our unique brand of journalism that the world has come to rely on.
We are reshaping global media and constantly working to strengthen our reputation as one of the world's most respected news and current affairs channels.
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