Mongolian
On March 22, Prime Minister L. Oyun-Erdene welcomed Kurt M. Campbell, the visiting Deputy Secretary of State of the United States, to Mongolia.
In their meeting, both parties expressed their mutual commitment to strengthening the strategic partnership between Mongolia and the United States, enhancing cooperation across various sectors of interest, and fostering economic ties. They also reviewed the progress made since Prime Minister L. Oyun-Erdene’s official visit to the United States in August 2023. Specifically, discussions centered around initiatives such as establishing direct flights between the two countries, enhancing English language education for Mongolians, and promoting private sector collaboration in space exploration.
Prime Minister L. Oyun-Erdene emphasized the significance of the United States as a key “Third Neighbor” and strategic partner of Mongolia, highlighting the consistent support received from the U.S. in Mongolia’s transition to democracy and a free-market economy. He expressed gratitude for the $900,000 in aid provided by the U.S. government to assist Mongolian herders affected by severe weather conditions, known as Dzud.
Deputy Secretary of State Kurt M. Campbell reaffirmed the United States’ pride in being Mongolia’s “Third neighbor” and pledged to further elevate bilateral cooperation, grounded in shared democratic values, human rights, and freedom. He underscored his commitment to expanding cooperation across sectors, fostering people-to-people exchanges, and deepening the friendship between the two nations.
