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Mongolia is striving to establish a coherent investment regime, following two years that have damaged investor sentiment. Authorities recognise the need for foreign direct investment (FDI) to develop and leverage its estimated $1.3trn in mineral endowment to develop a diversified economy. Adjacent to two of the world’s largest economies, trade...

Could the Savings Bank case affect the reputation of Mongolia’s banking sector in the short term?

Though separated by vast physical distance, Canadians and Mongolians are united by common bonds that transcend geography. This happy state of affairs was evident during my state visit to Mongolia in 2013, undertaken on the 40th anniversary of diplomatic relations between our two countries and the fifth anniversary of the opening of the Canadian...

Chapter | Insurance from The Report: Mongolia 2014

Mongolia’s insurance industry is expected to grow rapidly over the next few years as the economy expands and more firms and individuals become familiar with insurance products and the need to be covered. The market is open – a rarity in Asia – and international investors and strategic partners are taking a close look at potential acquisition targets and partners. With the state controlling the...

Chapter | Capital Markets from The Report: Mongolia 2014

For the Mongolian Stock Exchange (MSE), 2013 was a year of transition. While performance remained weak and trading was exceedingly thin, preparations were being made for a comeback. The hope is that the foundation has been set to make 2014 a year of recovery for the market. Under previous legislation custodian banking was not available; however, under a new law, international investors will not...

Chapter | Banking from The Report: Mongolia 2014

Mongolia’s banking system is relatively young and untested, and, therefore, the Central Bank of Mongolia is facing a range of challenges. One such example is the rapid drop in the tugrik, which lost approximately 20% of its value over the past year, placing pressure on the banking system but also reducing the price of exports. Currently, there are no limitations placed on foreign ownership of...

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