Scholars Emphasize the Active Expansion of Mongolia's Foreign Relations www.montsame.mn
The Standing Committee on Security and Foreign Policy of the State Great Khural (Parliament) of Mongolia, in collaboration with the School of International Relations and Sociology of the University of Humanities, held a theoretical-practical conference on “Mongolia’s Foreign Policy in a Rapidly Changing World” on January 29, 2025, at the State Palace.
Member of Parliament and Chairman of the Standing Committee on Security and Foreign Policy Temuulen Ganzorig noted, “The Foreign Policy Concept of Mongolia states that Mongolia implements a peaceful, multi-pillar, independent, and open foreign policy. The events and changes taking place in the world in recent years indicate that Mongolia needs to consistently implement and further strengthen this policy. To discuss Mongolia’s foreign policy from different viewpoints and to hear the positions of researchers, we are hosting today’s conference.”
Dr. Prof. of the School of International Relations and Sociology of the University of Humanities D. Ulambayar underlined, "Mongolia is adhering to a balanced and effective foreign policy that prioritizes fundamental interests of the country. For example, Mongolia established diplomatic relations with all 192 UN Member States. At the same time, it is a major achievement to have diplomatic relations with the Holy See and the State of Palestine, which are UN permanent observer states, and the European Union." He also highlighted that Mongolia's foreign relations are changing and shifting towards feminist and green policies.
Senior expert at the Institute for Strategic Studies of the National Security Council, Dr. Yo. Jargalsaikhan noted, "In recent years, Mongolia's foreign relations are expanding and the frequency of State Visits and high-level visits have increased. Thus, enriching foreign relations with economic content is necessary. We need to focus on eliminating the dependence on mining product exports and focus on diversifying the economy."
Lecturer at the School of Political Science, International Relations and Public Administration at the National University of Mongolia Dr. A. Battsetseg emphasized, “The development trends of the world have been changing rapidly. In this context, it is commendable that Mongolia is deepening its relations and cooperation with numerous countries and strengthening its position. Mongolia’s foreign relations have been highly active since the pandemic. This momentum is still being maintained. The more our country actively engages in foreign relations with countries in the future, the more stable Mongolia’s position in the international arena will be.”
The Institute for Strategic Studies of the National Security Council, the School of Political Science, International Relations and Public Administration at the National University of Mongolia, and the Mongolian Alumni Association of the Moscow State University of International Relations contributed in the organization of the conference.
Published Date:2025-01-31