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Mongolia economy
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
By Alexander Benard
Mongolia weighs IMF financing against Chinese alternative.
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.
Mongolian People’s Party Routs Democratic Party in Parliamentary Elections
By Peter Bittner
Independent observers called the election orderly and competitive, but tainted by last-minute electoral legislation.