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Why Mongolia’s Debt Market Is Attracting Strong Investor Appetite

Why Mongolia’s Debt Market Is Attracting Strong Investor Appetite

By Bolor Lkhaajav and Zolbayar Enkhbaatar
While Mongolia’s landlocked position limits its exposure, it is having new success attracting businesses and investments.
Expanding Mongolia’s Partnership With Japan and South Korea

Expanding Mongolia’s Partnership With Japan and South Korea

By Bolor Lkhaajav
Given the current state of international affairs, it’s time to move beyond bilateral ties to explore a trilateral partnership between Ulaanbaatar, Tokyo, and Seoul.

Mongolia at Davos 2025: AI and Emerging Industries

Mongolia at Davos 2025: AI and Emerging Industries

By Bolor Lkhaajav
At the 2025 World Economic Forum, Mongolia’s delegation pursued opportunities to attract investment in all things AI.

‘No One Left Behind’: UNDP Representative Matilda Dimovska on Mongolia’s Development Journey

‘No One Left Behind’: UNDP Representative Matilda Dimovska on Mongolia’s Development Journey

By Bolor Lkhaajav
“Among the most significant contributions of UNDP are the development of the key pillars of a market economy, but also of democracy and accountability.”

Mongolia-EU Relations Are Gaining Momentum

Mongolia-EU Relations Are Gaining Momentum

By Bolor Lkhaajav
As the two sides celebrate 35 years of diplomatic ties, Mongolia’s relationship with Europe is breaking new ground.
Narantsogt Sanjaa on Anti-Corruption and Mongolia’s Sovereign Wealth Fund

Narantsogt Sanjaa on Anti-Corruption and Mongolia’s Sovereign Wealth Fund

By Bolor Lkhaajav
“The establishment of the Sovereign Wealth Fund is a key part of the next stage” of Mongolia’s fight against corruption.

Beneath the Surface: Mongolia’s Quest for Minerals Integrity

Beneath the Surface: Mongolia’s Quest for Minerals Integrity

By Isabel Cane
For Mongolia, economic and diplomatic success are both underpinned by the need for ongoing commitments to democratic principles and good governance.
Mongolian Parliament Passes Legislation to Establish Sovereign Wealth Fund

Mongolian Parliament Passes Legislation to Establish Sovereign Wealth Fund

By Bolor Lkhaajav
Can Mongolia finally ensure that its mineral wealth benefits the people?

Nomin Chinbat on Mongolia and the World Economic Forum

Nomin Chinbat on Mongolia and the World Economic Forum

By Bolor Lkhaajav
In an interview with The Diplomat, Mongolia’s culture minister underscores the intersection of the economy and culture.

How Mongolia’s Third Neighbor Policy Can Bolster Its Tourism Sector

How Mongolia’s Third Neighbor Policy Can Bolster Its Tourism Sector

By Bolor Lkhaajav
From boosting air links to promoting Mongolian culture abroad, Mongolia's government is making an all-out push to attract tourists in 2024.

Canada-Mongolia New Comprehensive Partnership Means Business

Canada-Mongolia New Comprehensive Partnership Means Business

By Bolor Lkhaajav
As the two countries celebrate 50 years of diplomatic ties, Mongolia in particular is hoping to jumpstart trade and investment.
Why Is Pope Francis Visiting Mongolia?

Why Is Pope Francis Visiting Mongolia?

By Michel Chambon
Despite the distance and his declining health, Pope Francis is giving priority to Mongolia. There are three main reasons for that.

Mongolian Prime Minister’s US Visit Marks Elevation of Mongolia’s Role in Indo-Pacific

Mongolian Prime Minister’s US Visit Marks Elevation of Mongolia’s Role in Indo-Pacific

By Bolor Lkhaajav
Increased attention from the U.S. toward Mongolia is bringing expanded cooperation in the economic and security sectors. 
An Interview With the Prime Minister of Mongolia

An Interview With the Prime Minister of Mongolia

By Bolor Lkhaajav
Prime Minister Oyun-Erdene Luvsannamsrai discusses his government’s plans for fighting corruption, attracting investment, and navigating a worrisome security environment.

Mongolia: Politics and Protests in 2023

Mongolia: Politics and Protests in 2023

Anand Tumutogoo, Bolor Lkhaajav, and Julian Dierkes discuss the factors behind Mongolia's December protests, and the likelihood of a repeat this spring.

Mongolia, China Look to Bolster Economic Activities in the Post-COVID Era

Mongolia, China Look to Bolster Economic Activities in the Post-COVID Era

By Bolor Lkhaajav
The end of China's zero COVID policies will allow Ulaanbaatar and Beijing to accelerate the pledges made during President Khurelsukh’s November visit to China.

Mongolia Unveils New Pro-Business Cabinet

Mongolia Unveils New Pro-Business Cabinet

By Amar Adiya
The quick Cabinet reshuffle is intended to strengthen PM Oyun-Erdene’s position and give him legislative support to push his liberalization and privatization agenda forward.
Mongolia Highlights ‘New Recovery Policy’ at Economic Forum

Mongolia Highlights ‘New Recovery Policy’ at Economic Forum

By Bolor Lkhaajav
One of the major takeaways was the partial privatization of some state-owned enterprises in a bid to attract foreign investment.

How Mongolia Turned the Tides of the Pandemic

How Mongolia Turned the Tides of the Pandemic

By Bolor Lkhaajav
Mongolia's strong vaccination and booster rates helped it overcome a spike in cases. Now the country is looking ahead to a post-pandemic recovery.
COVID-19 and Cashmere: Rethinking One of Mongolia’s Largest Industries

COVID-19 and Cashmere: Rethinking One of Mongolia’s Largest Industries

By Jacob Hafey
The current stagnation of the market has created a window to ensure that cashmere production can continue without ruining the land.

US-Mongolia ‘Third Neighbor Trade Act’ On The Way

US-Mongolia ‘Third Neighbor Trade Act’ On The Way

By Bolor Lkhaajav
If passed, the act has great potential to expand economic relations between the U.S. and Mongolia.

The Race for Mongolia's Presidency Begins

The Race for Mongolia's Presidency Begins

By Julian Dierkes
A horse-breeder, a judoka and a feng shui practitioner walk into a Mongolian polling station...

Why Chinese Money Is not the Answer to Mongolia's Economic Woes

Why Chinese Money Is not the Answer to Mongolia's Economic Woes

By Alexander Benard
Mongolia weighs IMF financing against Chinese alternative.
Interview: Mongolian Foreign Minister Lundeg Purevsuren

Interview: Mongolian Foreign Minister Lundeg Purevsuren

By Peter Bittner
The minister discusses the ASEM summit, the elections in Mongolia, and relations with China, Russia, and the U.S.

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