Mongolian
Prime Minister G.Zandanshatar emphasized the leadership role of State Secretaries in the fight against corruption and official crimes during a meeting of the government’s new anti-corruption working group.
The working group, led by D.Munkh-Erdene, First Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet Secretariat, is tasked with strengthening the National Anti-Corruption Program, improving the justice system, reducing bureaucracy, protecting investors, and addressing the decline in Mongolia’s Corruption Perceptions Index. Mongolia ranked 93rd in 2018 but fell to 114th in 2024, according to Transparency International.
The Prime Minister stressed that combating corruption is not only the responsibility of the Independent Authority Against Corruption but of the entire government. He urged State Secretaries to take ownership of daily management and ensure effective implementation of laws and decisions, noting that tangible results are crucial to restoring public trust, protecting citizens and businesses, and improving Mongolia’s international reputation.
D.Munkh-Erdene outlined the working group’s 2025 work plan, including proposals to repeal unnecessary permits and regulations that create barriers for businesses, draft legislation to prevent corruption and conflicts of interest, strengthen whistleblower protections, and align with recommendations from international organizations.
