SEOUL, Sept. 9 (AJP) -Chinese Vice President Han Zheng recently concluded a three-day diplomatic visit to Mongolia from last Saturday to Monday, following his attendance at the Eastern Economic Forum in Russia.
During his stay in Ulan Bator, Han engaged in high-level meetings with Mongolian leaders, including Prime Minister Luvsannamsrai Oyun-Erdene, President Ukhnaa Khurelsukh, and Parliament Speaker Dashzegve Amarbayasgalan.
The discussions centered on enhancing bilateral cooperation across various sectors. Han emphasized the need for collaboration in energy, infrastructure development, and improved connectivity. He also expressed China's support for Mongolia's tourism initiative, which designates 2023 to 2025 as the "Years to Visit Mongolia," and proposed increased exchanges among youth, students, and media between the two nations.
A key focus of the talks was the advancement of the China-Mongolia-Russia Economic Corridor, with Han advocating for accelerated progress on this trilateral project. Prime Minister Oyun-Erdene reaffirmed Mongolia's commitment to fostering relations with China based on principles of mutual respect, peaceful coexistence, and shared development.
Analysts note that Mongolia's strategic position as a neighbor to both China and Russia positions it as a potentially significant contributor to regional development. The recent visits by both Chinese and Russian leadership to Mongolia underscore its importance in the region's geopolitical landscape.
Experts suggest that the cooperation between Northeast China and Russia's Far East could drive broader regional integration in Northeast Asia, with Mongolia playing a crucial role. The trilateral economic corridor is seen as a prime example of this collaborative approach.
Furthermore, observers anticipate that the scope of cooperation among China, Mongolia, and Russia may expand beyond traditional areas like energy and mining to include emerging fields such as climate change mitigation and sustainable development initiatives.
This diplomatic engagement is viewed as a positive sign of continued international cooperation, despite global challenges posed by bloc politics and protectionist tendencies.
