Ulaanbaatar, June 25, 2025 /MONTSAME/. On June 24, Prime Minister of Mongolia Zandanshatar Gombojav held a virtual meeting with the heads of Mongolia’s diplomatic missions abroad.

A total of 34 ambassadors, consuls general, consuls, and senior officials from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs participated in the meeting. Prime Minister Zandanshatar provided a detailed briefing on the policies and actions being implemented by the Government and instructed the heads of diplomatic missions to take proactive actions in mitigating the negative impacts of global geopolitical tensions on Mongolia’s economy and in addressing major development challenges the country is facing.

The Prime Minister emphasized the importance of pursuing the peace-loving, open, independent, and multi-pillar foreign policy principles consistently and directed the diplomats to maintain balanced relations with Mongolia’s two neighbors and third neighbors alike. Special attention was urged to ensure coherence and unity in foreign policy and actions.

The Premier noted that the Government is working to ensure continuity and efficiency in Government policy, as the Government should operate uninterruptedly and promptly. He underlined that the Government is striving not merely for cost-cutting, but for a strategic restructuring that enhances policy implementation and accountability, eliminates institutional overlap, and streamlines Government structures.

Prime Minister Zandanshatar reiterated that the Government attaches great importance to foreign relations for securing a favorable international environment in safeguarding Mongolia’s sovereignty and national interests. This virtual meeting with heads of diplomatic missions demonstrates that commitment.

The Prime Minister also called for a comprehensive approach to strengthening exports, addressing the trade deficit, and overcoming the pressing socio-economic difficulties by creating a conducive foreign environment. The Premier mandated that diplomatic missions focus with urgency and initiative on attracting foreign investment to support the national economy and achieve tangible results. The Prime Minister pledged attention to implementing viable proposals and initiatives put forth by the diplomats.

In addition, PM Zandanshatar underscored the need for a unified foreign policy and ordered that the "one-window principle" be observed in conducting foreign policy and activities as well as provisions of Mongolia’s legislation, policy documents, and official guidance must be strictly followed. The Prime Minister further instructed Cabinet members to consult with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs before organizing any external engagements or meetings.

During the meeting, the heads of diplomatic missions, particularly the Ambassadors to the Russian Federation and the People’s Republic of China, provided updates to the Prime Minister on the current state of Mongolia’s bilateral relations with those countries, outlined existing challenges, and received directives and guidance on future actions to be taken.