UN Hosts U.S. Congressional Delegation in Mongolia

The United Nations Resident Coordinator in Mongolia hosted a U.S. Congressional Delegation from 24 to 28 August, which included esteemed Representatives Edward Case, Amerish Bera, Sara Jacobs, Jonathan Jackson, Ambassador Kenneth J. Braithwaite and Heather Nauert, former Spokesperson of U.S. Department of State. 

Facilitated by the United Nations Foundation, the visit aimed to deepen the delegation’s understanding of the UN’s impactful work on the ground. During their stay, the delegation visited the UN House in Mongolia and met with the UN Country Team to discuss the long-standing partnership between the UN and Mongolia since the country joined the United Nations.

The Resident Coordinator highlighted the UN’s substantive contributions to Mongolia’s development, including its early interventions prior to the 1990s and its current engagement in innovative and forward-looking programmes.

The delegation visited several UN-supported project sites and institutions. These included a visit to the beneficiary of the project in Ulaanbaatar’s ger district that advocates solar-powered heating solutions to help reduce air pollution, a One-Stop-Shop for survivors of gender-based violence, local health centres, and a vaccine storage facility - all of which have received substantial support from UN agencies.

Through these visits, the delegation gained valuable insights into Mongolia’s development landscape and the role of international cooperation in advancing sustainable development. They also held meetings with Mongolian authorities and government officials during their mission. 

The delegation returned home with a deep appreciation for Mongolia’s rich history and cultural heritage, and, most importantly, they enjoyed the warm hospitality of the Mongolian people.