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Land Grabs and the Cost of Mining in Mongolia

Land Grabs and the Cost of Mining in Mongolia

By Elena Gordillo
Considerations about local people’s well-being should be at the forefront of all ongoing and new mining project developments.

Why Investing in Water Storage Matters in Mongolia’s Gobi Desert

Why Investing in Water Storage Matters in Mongolia’s Gobi Desert

By Bolormaa Purevjav
The country's livestock and mining sectors depend on water. What can Ulaanbaatar do to ensure both have the access they need for decades to come?
Russian Foreign Minister Visits Mongolia in Drive for Support

Russian Foreign Minister Visits Mongolia in Drive for Support

By Associated Press
Ukraine and Russia's rejection of Western criticism were major themes of Lavrov's public comments.

The Fall of the Soviet Union: Mongolia’s Path to Democratic Revolution

The Fall of the Soviet Union: Mongolia’s Path to Democratic Revolution

By Bolor Lkhaajav and Antoine Maire
The singularity of the Mongolian revolutionary process deserves to be underlined. 

Are Presidential Elections Putting Mongolian Democracy in Peril?

Are Presidential Elections Putting Mongolian Democracy in Peril?

By Bat-Orgil Altankhuyag and Fernando Casal Bértoa
Popular presidential elections can serve to increase fragmentation, weaken political parties, and promote polarization, putting democracy at risk. 

Pandemics and the Post: Mongolia’s Pony Express

Pandemics and the Post: Mongolia’s Pony Express

By William Taylor
The most famous horse-based postal relay came with the rise of the great Mongol Empire in the 13th century.

Mongolia’s E-Governance Quest

Mongolia’s E-Governance Quest

By Bolor Lkhaajav
In the last decade, Mongolia showed progress in e-governance, but there’s more yet to do.
Mongolia Securing an Energy Alliance with Russia and China 

Mongolia Securing an Energy Alliance with Russia and China 

By Bolor Lkhaajav
The Power of Siberia 2 project involves Russia, Mongolia, and China.

Economic Concerns High as Mongolia Holds National Elections

Economic Concerns High as Mongolia Holds National Elections

By Associated Press
Mongolia is the second country after South Korea to hold national elections during the coronavirus pandemic.

Mongolia Suspends Traditional Lunar Near Year Celebrations Due to Coronavirus Concerns

Mongolia Suspends Traditional Lunar Near Year Celebrations Due to Coronavirus Concerns

By Tergel Bold-erdene
Despite the importance of the holiday to the Mongolian people, there is broad support for the government’s decision to suspend celebrations.

Drones and Beavers: A Watershed Moment for Mongolia’s Park Rangers 

Drones and Beavers: A Watershed Moment for Mongolia’s Park Rangers 

By Michelle Tolson
Mongolia’s rangers work hard, in sometimes difficult conditions, to protect the country’s natural landscapes and wildlife.
Ulaanbaatar: Growing Strong and Sick

Ulaanbaatar: Growing Strong and Sick

By Nicholas Muller
Pollution and a serious health crisis have accompanied rapid urbanization in Mongolia’s capital

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