The National Forum of Civil Servants was held at the State Palace under the theme “Mongolian Civil Service and International Cooperation and Experience.” The event gathered 800 participants representing the capital city, 21 provinces, various ministries, agencies, government institutions, and international guests, demonstrating Mongolia’s dedication to strengthening its civil service system.
The forum was organized under the patronage of the speaker of the parliament. Deputy Speaker Kh.Bulgantuya delivered a message on behalf of Speaker D.Amarbayasgalan, recalling Mongolia’s significant transition to a market economy in 1990 and the adoption of a democratic Constitution in 1992. The speaker highlighted the 1994 Law on Civil Service as one of the first legal frameworks that aligned Mongolia’s governance with global trends, establishing the foundation of the country’s central civil service institution.
“In 1994, there were 141,500 civil servants earning an average salary of 24,000 MNT, while GDP per capita stood at 292,800 MNT (654 USD). By 2024, the number of civil servants had grown to 226,800 with an average monthly salary of 2.3 million MNT, and GDP per capita increased to 23.4 million MNT (6,898 USD). During this time, Mongolia’s population rose from 2.24 to 3.54 million, and total GDP expanded from 651.4 billion MNT to 80 trillion MNT,” the speaker noted. She stressed the importance of further enhancing the unified civil service management system and developing a human-centered civil service based on three decades of governance experience, achievements, and lessons learned.
The opening session included the delivery of a greeting message from President U.Khurelsukh, presented by A.Uilstuguldur, Chief of Staff of the Office of the President, to L.Tsedevsuren, Chairman of the Civil Service Council. President U.Khurelsukh emphasized the critical responsibility of civil servants to serve the Mongolian state and its people with integrity, urging them to remain free from rumors and slander, promote unity, protect the reputation of the civil service, and leave a legacy of justice and honesty.
In his keynote address, Prime Minister G.Zandanshatar highlighted the need for reform to keep pace with the evolving global political and social landscape. “Reform must thrive in the present and aspire to the future, not dwell in the past. The new government has announced reforms aimed at establishing a productive and efficient state,” he stated, encouraging delegates to lead the implementation of these reforms.
The forum also paid tribute to the founding members of Mongolia’s central civil service institution. Member of Parliament and Chair of the Standing Committee on State Structure Ts.Sandag-Ochir honored L.Lingov, N.Chadraabal, and Kh.Shaandar, appointed on July 3, 1995, as the first members of the Civil Service Council of Mongolia under Resolution No. 62 of the parliament. The National Forum of Civil Servants reportedly served as a vital platform for exchanging international experiences, enhancing cooperation, and reaffirming Mongolia’s commitment to professional, ethical, and modern public administration.
