By B.Nandin

At its regular meeting on April 8, 2026, the Government of Mongolia discussed and approved several measures aimed at supporting businesses, improving public sector efficiency, and advancing major industrial projects.

To stimulate the economy and reduce pressure on companies, the government decided to cancel 9,376 planned inspections scheduled for 2026. These inspections had targeted citizens, businesses, and organizations under 31 categories overseen by 11 ministries, three agencies, and local authorities. Officials noted that in recent years, some entities had been inspected more than 30 times annually.

The government also introduced measures to ease the workload of civil servants. Around 3,000 vacant public sector positions will remain frozen until a review of ministerial and agency functions is completed, saving an estimated MNT 7.4 billion in salary costs. In addition, civil servants will no longer be required to produce 20–30 types of periodic reports. Instead, a “once-only” principle will be applied, meaning similar information will be reported only once.

Prime Minister N. Uchral emphasized the need to reduce bureaucracy and improve efficiency, calling on public institutions to use the eCabinet dashboard for data-based decision-making. He also instructed officials to adopt flexible working arrangements, including remote work for one day per week, and to avoid requiring staff to work on weekends.

In another decision, the government announced an international open tender for the construction of a steel production complex in Orkhon soum of Darkhan-Uul province. The project, with an estimated investment of 806 million USD, aims to build a plant with a capacity of at least one million tons per year. Officials said the project could meet 60–70 percent of domestic steel demand, reduce construction material costs, lower import dependence, and create around 1,700 permanent jobs.

The government also approved funding from the state reserve to respond to seasonal risks and natural disasters. The funds will be used to supply essential goods, fuel, and logistics support to provinces and districts to mitigate the impact of harsh spring conditions, including wildfires, strong winds, and floods. Since the beginning of 2026, Mongolia has recorded 1,282 disaster-related incidents, resulting in 63 deaths and 61 injuries.

Prime Minister Uchral said the government’s “Let’s Liberate” initiative is aimed at supporting economic activity rather than increasing inspections, noting that some businesses had faced excessive oversight. He stressed that while reducing administrative burdens, the government will continue to ensure public health and safety.

Source: Zuuniimedee № 68 (7810) April 10, 2026

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