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The Rise of Mongolia: Minerals, Trade and ‘the Third Way’ 

The Rise of Mongolia: Minerals, Trade and ‘the Third Way’ 

By Nathaniel Schochet and Earl Carr
Mongolia is intent on making sure it has diplomatic and economic options beyond its two neighbors.

Mongolia Launches a Shakespeare-esque Play in London 

Mongolia Launches a Shakespeare-esque Play in London 

By Bolor Lkhaajav
“The Mongol Khan” will be the first Mongolian play performed abroad, furthering emphasizing Mongolia's cultural diplomacy.
Mongolia’s Looming Tuberculosis Crisis

Mongolia’s Looming Tuberculosis Crisis

By Bolor Lkhaajav and Munkhjargal Dorjravdan
Mongolia continues to face the spread of TB, particularly in the low-income population. 

The Mongolia-China-Russia Trilateral After the Belt and Road Forum

The Mongolia-China-Russia Trilateral After the Belt and Road Forum

By Bolor Lkhaajav
All three countries have different, if convergent, goals for their trilateral cooperation, headlined by the Power of Siberia 2 mega-project.

Water Security Woes in Mongolia’s Capital 

Water Security Woes in Mongolia’s Capital 

By Elena Gordillo Fuertes and Nomundari Erdene
The pressures of rapid population growth, mismanagement, and climate change are jeopardizing Ulaanbaatar’s water supply.

Ulaanbaatar’s Cultural Diplomacy Strengthens France-Mongolia Ties 

Ulaanbaatar’s Cultural Diplomacy Strengthens France-Mongolia Ties 

By Bolor Lkhaajav
For Mongolia, 2023 has been a breakthrough year for the country’s cultural diplomacy.

What’s Driving the France-Mongolia Rapprochement?

What’s Driving the France-Mongolia Rapprochement?

By Bolor Lkhaajav and Mathieu Droin
Just five month after the French president's historic visit to Ulaanbaatar, Mongolian President Khurelsukh Ukhnaa paid a state visit to France.
China, Mongolia, Russia Hold First High-Level Security Trilateral 

China, Mongolia, Russia Hold First High-Level Security Trilateral 

By Sumiya Chuluunbaatar
The new trilateral security consultation could be linked to the Power of Siberia 2 natural gas pipeline that will pass through Mongolia, as well as prepping for a trilateral summit in Beijing in October.

How Mongolia’s Nomadic Culture Is Navigating Modernization

How Mongolia’s Nomadic Culture Is Navigating Modernization

By Bolor Lkhaajav
Mongolia's government is taking pains to keep traditional nomadic culture alive – and hoping to boost revenue streams as a byproduct.

This Week in Asia: September 8, 2023

This Week in Asia: September 8, 2023

The Diplomat’s weekly video round-up of Asia news.

Pope Francis’ Visit Underscores Mongolia’s Religious Freedom 

Pope Francis’ Visit Underscores Mongolia’s Religious Freedom 

By Bolor Lkhaajav
The geopolitical angle of Pope Francis’ state visit to Mongolia is clear: The Vatican supports Mongolia’s democracy, respect for religious freedom, and peaceful foreign policy.
The Hidden Cause Behind Mongolia’s Deadly Summer Floods

The Hidden Cause Behind Mongolia’s Deadly Summer Floods

By Bolor Lkhaajav
Poor urban planning threatens public health in Mongolia, as demonstrated by the recent flooding.

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