Mongolian president calls for stronger cooperation in combating climate change — Anadolu Agency

Mongolian President Ukhnaagiin Khurelsukh, during the 81st session of the UN General Assembly in New York, United States, called on countries to cooperate more actively in responding to climate change and other global environmental challenges. This was reported by Anadolu Agency.

Call at the UN session

Speaking at the General Assembly session, Khurelsukh stressed the need for countries to work together for sustainable development and environmental protection. He also drew attention to the increasing impact of climate change.

According to the president, Mongolia is advancing the environmental agenda internationally and has become a venue for a number of international events.

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Mongolia’s environmental initiatives

Mongolia has identified environmental issues and climate action as one of the key areas of its international policy. Such initiatives include the Billion Trees programme.

In August, the country also hosted the 17th session of the UN Convention to Combat Desertification, COP17. Khurelsukh also noted growing interest in nomadic culture, in particular through granting important historical sites UNESCO World Heritage status.