U.S. Chamber Leads Delegation to Mongolia to Expand Bilateral Ties

Aims to Promote Commercial Opportunities for American Business

WASHINGTON, D.C.—On the 25th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the United States and Mongolia, U.S. Chamber Senior Vice President for International Affairs Myron Brilliant is leading the organization’s first ever business delegation to Mongolia to underscore the importance of U.S.-Mongolia relations and promote growing commercial opportunities for American companies in the country.

“Mongolia is an important ally of the United States and represents a growing commercial opportunity for American companies,” said Brilliant.  “Our visit underscores the commitment of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce to strengthening our economic partnership and building lasting partnerships with the newly formed government and the people of Mongolia.”

The U.S. Chamber launched a Mongolia Working Group in 2011 to institutionalize a platform to promote bilateral ties and engagement between the U.S. and Mongolian governments and business sectors.  The Chamber was honored to host President Elbegdorj during his visit to the United States in June 2011 for his only address to the American business community.  This delegation furthers the shared objective of deepening and broadening engagement of the American business community with the Mongolian government and Mongolian industry.

During the visit, Brilliant will highlight the role of American investors in bringing the latest technology, highest standards of corporate governance and transparency, and strong commitment to corporate social responsibility to Mongolia.  He will also underscore American business’ long-term commitment to helping develop the Mongolian economy, helping realize the full potential of its natural resources, and fostering sustainable growth that benefits all Mongolians.

“The Chamber and our members recognize Mongolia’s remarkable track record of sustainable economic development and reform, which is fueling unprecedented trade and investment opportunities that will benefit the Mongolian people,” Brilliant continued.  “We support and encourage Mongolia to continue to promote open markets that will maximize the benefits of foreign investment and boost the country’s economic development and prosperity.”

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