More than 120 foreign investors, together with representatives of the Bank of Mongolia and Mongolia’s private sector, attended the Prime Minister’s Economic Development Board’s “Unlock the Mongolian Economy” meeting in Ulaanbaatar on June 29.

The meeting delivered several key outcomes:

–       Six investment agreements and memorandums of understanding worth a combined USD 545 million were signed.

–       Singapore’s Phillip Capital, which manages USD 65 billion in assets, announced plans to open an office in Mongolia.

–       Hungary’s OTP Bank formally expressed its interest in establishing a branch in Mongolia.

Addressing the meeting, Prime Minister N. Uchral said the discussions built on those held during the World Economic Forum’s Summer Davos in Dalian and highlighted the Government’s “Unlock” reform agenda to strengthen Mongolia’s legal framework and improve the investment climate.

Representatives of international investors welcomed the Government’s reform agenda. OTP Bank said ongoing regulatory reforms would improve opportunities to finance major projects and expand banking services in Mongolia.

Luís Santos, Founder of Alpac Capital, said Mongolia has established the foundations to attract more Western investment, citing the country’s improving governance, policy stability, and investment environment.

Mongolia’s first Green Station, an integrated highway service station with EV fast charging, traveler facilities, and retail services, opened in Khutag-Undur soum, Bulgan Province, under the Government’s “Unlock” initiative.

Prime Minister N. Uchral said the project demonstrates the Government’s efforts to encourage private investment through regulatory reform and public-private partnerships. He added that a nationwide network of Green Stations will expand EV infrastructure, support local businesses, and reduce reliance on imported fuel.

The Government plans to establish 500 Green Stations across the country over the next two years, including 40 EV charging stations before COP17 in August 2026.

According to Government estimates, the initiative could support 50,000 electric vehicles by 2030, reduce fuel consumption by 300 million liters over five years, and save approximately USD 200 million.

Prime Minister N. Uchral met with World Economic Forum President and Chief Executive Officer Alois Zwinggi on June 24 on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum’s Annual Meeting of the New Champions in Dalian, China.

Prime Minister N. Uchral welcomed Mr. Zwinggi on his appointment and reaffirmed Mongolia’s support for the World Economic Forum’s role in fostering international dialogue and cooperation.

He also expressed Mongolia’s interest in expanding cooperation with the WEF in innovation, green development, critical minerals, the energy transition, trade facilitation, and the digital economy.

The two sides also discussed preparations for the YGL Learning Journey Mongolia 2026, which will be held in Mongolia from August 3 to 7.

Prime Minister N. Uchral met with Robin Zeng, Founder and Chairman of CATL, on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum’s Annual Meeting of the New Champions in Dalian, China.

The two sides discussed cooperation on projects supporting Mongolia’s energy transition, including battery energy storage, battery recycling, and value-added manufacturing.

They also discussed opportunities to develop battery supply chains, including the processing and refining of battery-grade raw materials, component assembly, recycling, and technology cooperation.

Prime Minister N. Uchral noted that the projects would help strengthen Mongolia’s energy system, support the wider adoption of renewable energy, and lay the foundation for future industries such as electric mobility, green data centers, and artificial intelligence infrastructure.

Prime Minister N. Uchral led Mongolia’s delegation to the World Economic Forum’s Annual Meeting of the New Champions (Summer Davos) in Dalian, China, from June 23 to 25.

Speaking at a World Economic Forum session on food systems, Prime Minister N. Uchral highlighted Mongolia’s efforts to strengthen food security, combat land degradation, and improve market access for small and medium-sized producers. He also outlined reforms under the Government’s “Unlock” initiative to reduce bureaucracy, encourage private investment, and promote growth in food production, processing, and logistics.

The Prime Minister also participated in a panel discussion on artificial intelligence and energy, where he emphasized that energy, digital infrastructure, and AI should be developed as an integrated ecosystem to support long-term economic growth.

He highlighted Mongolia’s efforts to establish a legal framework for data centers and invited global technology companies to invest in the country’s digital infrastructure and growing digital economy.

Prime Minister N. Uchral also invited participants to visit Mongolia during the 17th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP17) to the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification, which the country will host from August 17 to 28.

Prime Minister of Mongolia N. Uchral visited the data center at Dalian Industrial Park in China on June 25 to learn about its operations and the latest developments in artificial intelligence and digital infrastructure.

The delegation was briefed on how the facility supports businesses, scientific research, smart city development, and AI applications across a range of industries. The industrial park is home to hundreds of companies, including leading technology firms, and serves as one of Northeast China’s major digital innovation hubs.

As demand for data centers continues to grow worldwide, Mongolia is working to strengthen the legal framework needed to support the country’s digital economy. The Government has released a draft Data Law for public consultation to provide greater legal certainty for investors and encourage investment in digital infrastructure.

Prime Minister of Mongolia N. Uchral attended the opening plenary session of the World Economic Forum’s 17th Annual Meeting of the New Champions, widely known as Summer Davos, in Dalian, China, on June 24.

Participants discussed global trends and challenges in the economy, trade, technology, innovation, manufacturing, energy transition, and regional cooperation, as well as opportunities emerging from shifting geopolitical and economic dynamics.

Mongolia’s high-level participation in the forum provides an opportunity to engage directly with global political and business leaders, promote the country’s investment environment, showcase the Government’s development priorities and flagship projects, and expand international partnerships.

Prime Minister of Mongolia N. Uchral met with his Kazakh counterpart, Olzhas Bektenov, on June 24 on the sidelines of the Summer Davos forum in Dalian, China.

Prime Minister N. Uchral reaffirmed Mongolia’s commitment to implementing the outcomes of President U. Khurelsukh’s state visit to Kazakhstan in April and further strengthening the two countries’ Strategic Partnership.

The two leaders agreed to deepen economic cooperation and boost bilateral trade to USD 500 million through the effective implementation of the Interim Trade Agreement with the Eurasian Economic Union.

They also agreed to strengthen transport and logistics connectivity by establishing a joint intergovernmental working group to advance the shortest transport corridor linking Mongolia and Kazakhstan.

Prime Minister N. Uchral highlighted opportunities to expand bilateral trade in agricultural products and light industry, including meat, wool, cashmere, leather, fruit, vegetables, and wheat, while encouraging joint projects in these sectors.

The two sides also reaffirmed their commitment to expanding cooperation in mining, petroleum, and nuclear energy, and pledged government support for stronger partnerships between businesses in both countries.

hief of the Cabinet Secretariat B. Enkhbayar met with Indian External Affairs Minister Dr. Subrahmanyam Jaishankar on June 23.

The two sides reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening the Mongolia-India Strategic Partnership and reviewed progress on key bilateral projects, including the India-supported Oil Refinery Project.

B. Enkhbayar highlighted Mongolia’s efforts to expand its economy, attract investment, and support the private sector, while expressing interest in deeper cooperation in information technology, artificial intelligence, and digital government.

Dr. Jaishankar described the visit as productive and reaffirmed India’s interest in expanding cooperation in mining, energy, digital technology, and human resource development.

Prime Minister N. Uchral met with private sector representatives and investors on May 6, outlining a series of reforms aimed at improving Mongolia’s investment climate, reducing bureaucracy, and expanding economic freedom.

The government plans to gradually phase out energy sector subsidies by 2029 and has approved a “green resolution” aimed at reducing dependence on imported fuel and energy. Tenders will soon be launched for privately financed solar power and battery storage projects in Orkhon, Uvurkhangai, Khentii, Dundgovi, and Govisumber provinces, the Prime Minister noted.

The Prime Minister also announced planned tax reforms aimed at easing the burden on businesses and citizens, alongside a proposed Economic Freedom Law designed to limit government restrictions on business activity. Under the framework, restrictions could only be imposed on the grounds of national security, public interest, or fair competition.

Prime Minister N. Uchral said existing regulations across 41 laws currently restrict foreign investment in multiple sectors. Amendments are planned in 16 sectors to remove unnecessary barriers and create a more investor-friendly environment.

Planned legal reforms would also strengthen the independence of the Mongol Bank and open the door for foreign banks to enter the market.

Mongolia is additionally preparing to launch major industrial projects, including steel and copper processing complexes, a gold refinery, an aluminum industrial park, and oil refinery facilities.