Ulaanbaatar, February 12, 2026 /MONTSAME/. The second session of the Joint Commission on Cooperation between the State Great Khural of Mongolia and the Federal Assembly of the Russian Federation took place on February 10, 2026, in Moscow.

The meeting, held within the framework of an official visit by Chairman of Parliament Uchral Nyam-Osor to the Russian Federation, focused on strengthening bilateral cooperation across political, trade, economic, energy, transport, and environmental sectors and addressing pressing issues of mutual concern. It also aimed to support the implementation of joint projects and programs between the two countries’ legislative bodies.

The session was co-chaired by Deputy Chairman and Chairman of the Mongolian side of the Commission Purevdorj Bukhchuluun and Deputy Chairman of the State Duma and Chairman of the Russian side of the Commission Aleksei V. Gordeev.

In his opening remarks, Deputy Speaker Purevdorj highlighted the importance of the Joint Commission as a key mechanism for parliamentary cooperation, noting the steady regularization of high-level and sectoral visits, improvements in the legal environment, and progress in advancing joint projects and programs. He underscored that the Commission serves as an important platform for expanding dialogue on trade, investment, infrastructure, cultural exchange, as well as political and economic issues.

Deputy Chairman of the Federation Council Konstantin I. Kosachev acknowledged that decisions made at the first Commission meeting have been implemented and are progressing, but observed that both sides have yet to fully utilize their potential in cooperation. He described the Mongolia–Russia Regional Forum held in Irkutsk as an important cooperation mechanism. He also stressed the need to address trade imbalances and accelerate mutually beneficial projects, highlighting the key role of the inter-parliamentary commission.

The two parties concurred that the Interim Trade Agreement with the Eurasian Economic Union serves as a key driver for enhancing trade and economic relations between the two countries.

Mongolian lawmakers also addressed economic cooperation priorities. Member of Parliament and Chair of the Standing Committee on Economic Affairs Seddorj Renchinbyamba spoke on broadening economic ties and the progress and outlook of joint projects. The MPs stressed the need to reduce export–import imbalances, increase trade turnover, and tackle fee and payment challenges faced by businesses.

Member of Parliament and Minister of Food, Agriculture, and Light Industry Badamsuren Myagmarsuren noted that a legal framework for expanding agricultural cooperation has been established. Highlighted that under the interim trade agreement, about 90 percent of the 367 tariff-exempt categories of goods consist of agricultural products, he emphasised the need to address non-tariff barriers to ensure mutually beneficial implementation. The minister also discussed cooperation on veterinary services and capacity building.

Addressing bilateral support for transport and infrastructure projects, Minister of Road and Transport Delgersaikhan Borkhuu. outlined plans to enhance border crossing capacity, develop the vertical axis road on the route to Ereentsav–Choibalsan–Bichigt, and expand rail and air transport links. He stressed the importance of rail cooperation in strengthening not only economic ties but also regional connectivity, and noted funding constraints affecting major infrastructure rehabilitation and rolling stock modernization projects at Ulaanbaatar Railway JVC. Representatives from both sides also proposed and exchanged views on initiatives to develop cross-border cooperation in neighboring regions.

The third session of the Mongolia–Russia Joint Commission on Inter-Parliamentary Cooperation will be held in Mongolia next year.