On March 13, 2025, Polish President Andrzej Duda and Mongolian President Ukhnaagiin Khürelsükh engaged in discussions to mark the 75th anniversary of their diplomatic relations. Multiple agreements were signed to enhance cooperation in various sectors, including healthcare, academia, media, and trade, highlighting a growing economic partnership between the two nations.
On March 13, 2025, Polish President Andrzej Duda welcomed Mongolian President Ukhnaagiin Khürelsükh in Warsaw for an official visit. The two leaders engaged in private discussions followed by talks with their delegations. President Duda emphasized that 2024 marks the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Poland and Mongolia, expressing hope for significant advancements in cooperation over the coming years.
During their discussions, the leaders addressed the ongoing war in Ukraine, voicing a shared desire for lasting peace that would safeguard economic and cultural relationships. Subsequently, multiple agreements were signed to enhance cooperation across various sectors, including a five-year cooperation plan detailing joint initiatives.
Diverse agreements were established between academic institutions to strengthen scientific and educational ties, alongside a memorandum of understanding in healthcare between Poland’s Office for Registration of Medicinal Products and Mongolia’s Drug Regulatory Agency. The establishment of a partnership between Poland’s War Studies Academy and Mongolia’s military education institution was also a significant focus.
In the media realm, agreements were reached between Polish public broadcaster TVP and Mongolia’s National Broadcaster, as well as a cooperation deal between the Polish Press Agency and Mongolia’s state news agency, Montsame. Additionally, a partnership in film production was formed between Poland’s Documentary and Feature Film Studio and Mongolia’s Mongolkino, enriching the cultural sector.
The dialogue also featured Poland’s interests in infrastructure projects in Mongolia and opportunities for Polish investments in heavy industry, agriculture, tourism, and food processing. President Khürelsükh recalled President Duda’s visit to Mongolia in April 2023, highlighting the follow-up on prior agreements. He projected that the discussed initiatives would yield tangible benefits for both nations.
Furthermore, Khürelsükh noted that trade between Poland and Mongolia is on the rise, with Poland being Mongolia’s third-largest trading partner within the European Union and eleventh globally. As of 2022, Mongolia’s coal exports to Poland were valued at approximately USD 1.9 million, while Poland has exported over USD 1 billion in goods to Mongolia since 2005, showcasing a robust trade relationship.
The official visit of Mongolian President Ukhnaagiin Khürelsükh to Poland has led to significant advancements in bilateral relations, highlighted by several key agreements that aim to enhance cooperation across various sectors. With a focus on economic, educational, and cultural collaborations, both nations are committed to fostering strong ties as they celebrate 75 years of diplomatic relations.
Original Source: www.polskieradio.pl
