The “Mining Week & MinePro 2026” international mining exhibition and conference, jointly organized for the fifth consecutive year by the Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources, the Mineral Resources and Petroleum Authority, and the Mongolian National Mining Association, opened on September 17 under the theme “For Sustainable Development: Green Future, Global Partnership.”

Prime Minister Uchral Nyam-Osor, Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources Damdinnyam Gongor and other officials attended the opening of the conference and exhibition. At the opening ceremony, Prime Minister Uchral presented the work carried out as part of legal and regulatory reforms and emphasized the importance of ensuring coordination between the mining and environmental sectors and delivering tangible benefits to local communities and citizens.

Minister Damdinnyam presented the challenges facing the mining and mineral resources sector, legal and regulatory reforms, and policy priorities for the future. He emphasized the need to increase the accessibility and transparency of information on the mining sector, noting that a lack of information is contributing to public opposition and, consequently, declining activity in the exploration sector.

He also announced that amendments to the Minerals Law have reached the stage of parliamentary approval, noting that the amendments would create an opportunity to improve the investment and operating environment for the exploration sector. Mongolia has, for the first time, established a list of critical minerals, and the Government will pursue a policy of processing mineral resources domestically and developing value-added industries rather than focusing solely on extracting and exporting minerals, the Minister said.

He also reported that the Government is working on policy changes to reduce the mineral resource royalty rate on copper, which has reached double-digit levels, in order to enhance the competitiveness of the copper sector. He further emphasized that attention will be paid to protecting investors’ legitimate rights and interests and ensuring a stable and predictable investment environment.

Meanwhile, Gan-Ochir Z., Chairman of the Council of the Mongolian National Mining Association, presented an overview of the competitiveness of Mongolia’s mineral resources sector. He noted that although Mongolia has significant geological resources and potential, issues related to the policy environment, governance, infrastructure, and relations with local communities are affecting investment.

During the event, the Professional Unified Association of Geology, Mining and Mineral Resources, the Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources, the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change, and the Authority for Standardization and Metrology signed a memorandum of cooperation.

Companies operating in mining and mineral processing, machinery and equipment, supply and procurement, digital technologies, automation, and environmental solutions are participating in the exhibition.

Mining production made an important contribution to Mongolia’s 6.8 percent economic growth in 2025, accounting for around 80 percent of total industrial production and more than 70 percent of foreign direct investment.

Over the three-day event, in addition to the plenary sessions, 16 sectoral sessions, discussions and roundtable meetings will be held to discuss a wide range of issues, including Mongolia’s position in the global green transition, mineral resources investment, coordination between mining and energy, the future of the coal sector, responsible mining, human resources, technological innovation, and international cooperation.

This year, more than 3,500 representatives from 20 countries, including Mongolia, China, Russia, the Republic of Korea, Japan, Australia, Canada, the United Kingdom, Germany, Sweden and the United States, are attending the exhibition, where more than 135 organizations are showcasing their products, services, and technological solutions.

The exhibition covers a total area of 17,200 square meters, with more than 350 indoor and outdoor exhibition stands. The outdoor area features heavy machinery, equipment and other machinery designed for mining operations.

The “MinePro” exhibition extends beyond simply showcasing products. Mining companies, license holders, suppliers, subcontractors, technology companies, investors, and financial and professional organizations have gathered at one venue to explore new products and technologies, establish business relationships, and discuss opportunities for cooperation.

Published Date:2026-09-17