Mongolian mining industry - 2025
I. Mining sector study
Introduction
Mongolia is in the heart of the Central Asian Orogenic Belt located between the East European, Siberian, North China, and Tarim cratons, and is considered the largest area of Phanerozoic continental crustal growth. Mongolia is a favorable environment for medium and long-term foreign direct investment (FDI) for its vast natural resources, wide agricultural potential, and its geographical location neighboring countries that are major Asian markets. In the first half of 2024, Mongolia’s gross domestic product (GDP) reached MNT 37.4 trillion, reflecting a growth by 6.4 trillion MNT (20.8%) compare to the same period last year. The primary drivers of this growth were the mining sector, which saw a significant increase in added value of 3.8 trillion MNT, representing a 31.2% rise, services sector, which also experienced an increase in added value of 1.8 trillion MNT, marking a 20.0% upswing compared to the same period last year.[1]
The Mongolian government is actively seeking foreign investment to maximize the exploitation of its abundant natural wealth and mineral resources. As illustrated in the diagram below, mining accounts for 83.9% of foreign direct investment as of 3rd quarter of 2024, while the remaining investments are distributed across trade, science, technical, and other sectors.
Compared to the same period of the previous year, the mining and quarrying sector saw its share decreased by 0.2 percentage points, whereas the agriculture sector witnessed a decrease of 2.7 percentage points, and construction sector decreased by 0.8%. Additionally, service sector increased by 3.4 percentage and net taxes on products experienced a slight rise of 0.3 percentage.
[1] GDP in the first half of 2024- https://downloads.1212.mn/gwi3hXhTnQiVLH5iNuL0jjPHeNQLKvd8B3vTxxtc.pdf
For further information, please contact Bolormaa.V, GRATA International Law Firm partner at bvolodya@gratanet.com and lawyer Khulan.G at kganbold@gratanet.com or +976 70155031.
GRATA International in Mongolia is part of the global law firm, which has offices in 20 other nations. This legal material is not a thorough examination of any particular problems; rather, it is meant to provide general knowledge. Before making any decisions, the reader should consult a professional for advice that is suitable to their situation (s). Any consequences or damages resulting from the use of this legal information are not our responsibility.
