The draft legislation contains two articles. The first article states that the Parliament would discuss a proposal to dismiss the Parliament Speaker in an urgent manner when it is submitted by majority of the Parliamentarians. The second article specifies the time when the legislation will take effect.

“The initiator of the bill, President of Mongolia Battulga Khaltmaa, sees that the adoption of the bill will produce positive outcomes, including the resumed functions of the Parliament, the resolution of pending economic and social issues, and the strengthening of rule of law. No extra expenses will emerge with the enactment of the bill,” reported the President’s Office.

Accordingly, the ruling party requested the Parliament to delay plenary session to this week as the Mongolian People’s Party caucus will discuss the bill today.

According to the Secretary General of the Parliament Tsolmon Tsedev, Speaker Enkhbold views that “The bill has to be discussed immediately. Many issues, including a public demonstration, took place regarding the ousting. Parliament itself is in a deadlock because of it. The bill has been submitted in accordance with the law. Thus, it will be settled within the legal frame.”

On the other hand, Erdenebat Dondogdorj, Chairman of the Democratic Party caucus, remarked, “Law-making process has been delayed for many week. We believe that there are two options here. First, the Parliament Speaker should submit his resignation letter.” He also informed that the DP caucus will discuss the matter today.

As for the President-initiated bill, the Standing Committee on State Structure will reach a final decision this week. According to Mr. Erdenebat, there is a chance that the bill could be approved within this week.