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Bolor Lkhaajav
Bolor Lkhaajav is a researcher specializing in Mongolia, China, Russia, Japan, East Asia, and the Americas. She holds an M.A. in Asia-Pacific Studies from the University of San Francisco.
Bolor Lkhaajav received an M.A. in Asia-Pacific Studies from the University of San Francisco. She is a researcher specializing in Mongolia, China, Russia, Japan, East Asia, and the Americas. Her research work has appeared in a range of publications in multiple languages. Bolor is currently writing a book and is a regular commentator on Mongolian foreign policy and politics. She is also a host at the 77 Nation Podcast based in Washington, DC.
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October 31, 2024
The Mongolia-US Strategic Partnership Under the Biden Administration
By Bolor Lkhaajav
Throughout history, changes in U.S. administrations have shaped Mongolia-U.S. bilateral relations and economic activities. How had Biden's term impacted the relationship?
October 21, 2024
Mongolia Encourages Trilateral Projects With China, Russia at SCO Summit
By Bolor Lkhaajav
The first trilateral summit between the countries’ prime ministers aimed to tackle government-to-government issues and find ways to enhance cooperation
October 15, 2024
Mongolia and China Celebrate 75 Years of Partnership
By Bolor Lkhaajav
2024 also marks milestone anniversaries for the foundational treaty between China and Mongolia, as well as their comprehensive strategic partnership.
September 30, 2024
Growing Bilateral Relations Between Mongolia and Turkey
By Bolor Lkhaajav
The two states have thousands of years of historical exchanges, but modern-day relations only really began to flourish in the post-Cold War era.
September 18, 2024
The Worrying Nuclearization of Northeast Asia
By Bolor Lkhaajav
Despite tensions, the region has been free of state conflict for decades, but a realignment of the security architecture puts that hard-won peace at risk.
September 09, 2024
In Welcoming Putin, Mongolia Prioritizes National Interest Over Russia’s War With Ukraine
By Bolor Lkhaajav
Mongolia believed that hosting the Russian leader was in line with its national interests – including the need to address Mongolia’s growing demand for energy.
August 26, 2024
Mongolia Hosts the First World Women’s Forum
By Bolor Lkhaajav
Following the 2023 female foreign ministers' meeting, Mongolia’s feminist foreign policy took another leap.
August 09, 2024
Australia’s Ambassador to Mongolia on Cooperation in Mining, Civil Society, Defense, and More
By Bolor Lkhaajav
In an “increasingly uncertain region,” Amb. Katie Smith sees Australia-Mongolia relations “as going from strength to strength.”
August 03, 2024
Mongolia, US Launch Comprehensive Strategic Dialogue
By Bolor Lkhaajav
The two countries tightened relations with back-to-back foreign minister visits.
July 24, 2024
The Mongolia-NATO Partnership
By Bolor Lkhaajav
For almost two decades, Mongolia has pursued cooperation with NATO, with a particular focus on capacity building and training.
July 13, 2024
How Mongolia’s Foreign Policy Can Bolster Critical Mineral Supply Chains
By Bolor Lkhaajav and Enkhtur Lkhagvajav
Mongolia has a significant opportunity to contribute to the regional and global energy transition by supplying key commodities.
July 06, 2024
Mongolia’s Cultural Diplomacy Brings New Deals With Fulham FC, BBC
By Bolor Lkhaajav
Mongolia is thinking outside the box in its attempts to diversify its economy, especially by promoting the tourism sector.