Congratulating the President on his election, Ambassador Galt expressed readiness to strengthen bilateral relations as 2017 marks the 30th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the US and Mongolia.

For his part, President Kh.Battulga proposed two certain issues for cooperation. The new President sought the US assistance in bringing back offshore money to Mongolia.

Secondly, the President addressed the issue of export of Mongolian-made knitted and sewn products to the US. He mentioned about a 1992 decision concerning tax-exempt export of knitted and sewn products to the country, saying that Mongolian companies couldn’t use the opportunity that time. The President inquired about possibilities to restart this business.

Ambassador Galt expressed willingness to help Mongolia fight corruption and expose illegal money in offshore regions, and said the issue regarding export will be studied. The Ambassador also informed the President of the US’ interest in working with Mongolia in agriculture and renewable energy spheres, adding that the first projects and programs are being realized. The Millennium Challenge Corporation’s Second Compact Agreement with Mongolia was also mentioned.

The sides discussed means of further solidifying bilateral relationship and possibilities of constructive economic cooperation. 
Kh.Aminaa