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GMA Network
19-05-2025
- Politics
- GMA Network
Mongolia backs PH efforts on peaceful settlement of disputes, rule of law
Mongolia's Foreign Affairs Minister Battsetseg Batmunkh and Philippine Foreign Affairs Secretary Enrique Manalo hold a joint press conference on Monday, May 19, 2025, at the Department of Foreign Affairs office in Pasay City. MICHAELA DEL CALLAR Mongolia on Monday expressed support for the Philippines' efforts towards a peaceful resolution of disputes as both nations stressed that rule of law must prevail in the face of evolving security challenges in the Indo-Pacific. In a joint press conference after meeting his Mongolian counterpart Battsetseg Batmunkh in Manila, Foreign Affairs Secretary Enrique Manalo said they both 'emphasized the importance of adherence to the United Nations Charter' and reaffirmed commitment to the Manila Declaration on the Peaceful Settlement of Disputes.' 'Beyond our economic ties, the Philippines and Mongolia are Asian democracies bound by shared values of freedom, human rights, and the rule of law. In this context, we reaffirmed our shared interest in the evolving Indo-Pacific landscape and in defending the rules-based international order,' Manalo said. The 1982 accord calls on all nations to resolve disputes without threat, harassment or use of force. It also states that 'every state shall settle its international disputes exclusively by peaceful means in such a manner that international peace and security, and justice, are not endangered.' China insists ownership of almost 90% of the South China Sea, including areas that overlap with the Philippines' and other Asian nations' territorial waters. The disputes have led to a series of confrontations between Philippine and Chinese coast guards and navy forces in the resource-rich waters – a major trade route teeming with rich marine life and said to be harboring vast oil and mineral deposits. Manalo said he and Battsetseg renewed their commitment to the 1982 UN Convention on the Law of the Sea, or UNCLOS, which is regarded as the global constitution for the seas signed by162 nations, including the Philippines and Mongolia. The two officials also reiterated their countries' call for nuclear weapons-free zones and signed bilateral agreements, including a pilot program for Mongolians to study English in the Philippines. Manalo thanked the Mongolian government for helping ensure that the rights and welfare of around 500 Filipinos living in Mongolia are protected. The two top diplomats likewise agreed to bolster economic ties, noting that as middle-income countries, the Philippines and Mongolia 'share an interest in pursuing cooperation to sustain our promising development trajectories.' —KG, GMA Integrated News
Muscat Daily
19-02-2025
- Business
- Muscat Daily
Oman, Mongolia explore ways of promoting cooperation
Muscat – H E Sayyid Badr bin Hamad al Busaidi, Foreign Minister, received in his office Battsetseg Batmunkh, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Mongolia, on Wednesday within the context of her current official visit to Oman. During the meeting, the two sides discussed means of promoting relations between the two countries and exploring new horizons for cooperation in diplomatic, commercial and cultural areas. They also exchanged views on a set of regional and international issues of common concern. H E Sayyid Badr stressed Oman's keenness to enhance cooperation with Mongolia in the fields of investment, trade exchange, tourism, technology and academic cooperation. On her turn, the Mongolian minister underlined her country's eagerness to boost cooperation with Oman. She lauded Oman's vision in backing international peace and stability. The meeting was attended by H E Bulgan Enkhtuvshin, Ambassador of Mongolia to Oman, Sheikh Abdulaziz bin Mohammed al Hosni, Head of Asian and Pacific Department in Foreign Ministry, and several officials from both sides.
Times of Oman
19-02-2025
- Business
- Times of Oman
Foreign Minister, Mongolian counterpart explore means of promoting cooperation
Muscat: Sayyid Badr bin Hamad Al Busaidi, Foreign Minister received in his office today Battsetseg Batmunkh, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Mongolia, within the context of her current official visit to the Sultanate of Oman. During the meeting, the two sides discussed means of promoting relations between the two countries and exploring new horizons for cooperation in various diplomatic, commercial and cultural areas. They also exchanged views on a set of regional and international issues of common concern. The Foreign Minister stressed the Sultanate of Oman's keenness to enhance cooperation with Mongolia in the fields of investment, trade exchange, tourism, technical and academic cooperation. On her turn, the Mongolian minister underlined her country's desire to boost the joint cooperation with the Sultanate of Oman. She lauded Oman's vision in backing international peace and stability. The meeting was attended by Bulgan Enkhtuvshin, Ambassador of Mongolia to the Sultanate of Oman, Sheikh Abdulaziz bin Mohammed Al Hosni, Head of the Asian and Pacific Department at the Foreign Ministry and several officials from both sides.
