Trade logistics and trade facilitation

Trade logistics and trade facilitation remain among the major challenges in Mongolia despite the long history of measures aimed at improving the relevant infrastructure and processes, and the diversified technical assistance offer from the development partners. The current crisis aggravated by COVID-19 lockdown in China and restrictions derived from the sanctions applied to Russia are exacerbating the existing challenges. The competitiveness of the transport services sector of Mongolia’s economy, challenged by the large territory partially served by the ageing infrastructure, is further undermined by the absence of international competition. Awaiting gradual overall progress in the area, the Government of Mongolia might consider resorting to narrower, targeted measures facilitating transport and customs clearance of small packages.

Sustainable Development Goals:

Gender Equality

Decent Work and Economic Growth

Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure