Mongolian
Prime Minister of Mongolia N. Uchral met with Ms. Yasmine Fouad, Executive Secretary of the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification, on April 14, 2026.
Prime Minister N. Uchral expressed appreciation for the support and cooperation provided by the Convention’s Secretariat and relevant organizations in preparing to host the 17th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP17) to the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification, scheduled to take place in Mongolia from August 17 to 28, 2026.
He noted that the government is working to ensure the conference is organized at a high level, successfully and effectively, and said that invitations will be extended to distinguished international guests, delegates, and stakeholders in April.
The Prime Minister also highlighted that the government is advancing its green development policy and preparing to submit a draft Law on Climate Change to parliament. He emphasized that COP17 presents an opportunity for Mongolia to showcase its green development agenda to the world and attract investment in the green economy.
Ms. Yasmine Fouad, Executive Secretary of the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification, expressed appreciation for Mongolia’s active and responsible efforts in preparing to host COP17. She also affirmed that the United Nations Resident Coordinator’s Office and the Convention’s Secretariat will provide comprehensive policy and organizational support and will work closely with the Government of Mongolia to ensure the successful organization of the conference.
