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Muscat Daily
2 days ago
- Business
- Muscat Daily
Mongolian PM resigns after losing confidence vote
Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia – Mongolian Prime Minister Luvsannamsrain Oyun-Erdene resigned on Tuesday after failing to secure enough support in a confidence vote, a parliamentary statement said. It comes after weeks of public protests against allegations of corruption. Oyun-Erdene received just 44 votes in the 126-seat parliament, well below the 64 needed to remain in office. Following the declaration of the results, Oyun-Erdene said: 'It was an honour to serve my country and people in times of difficulties, including pandemics, wars, and tariffs.' He will remain a caretaker role until a successor is appointed within 30 days. Political crisis brews Prior to the vote, Oyun-Erdene has warned that the confidence motion could cause instability and posed a threat to democracy in the country. 'If governance becomes unstable, the economic situation deteriorates, and political parties cannot come to consensus. It could lead the public to lose faith in parliamentary rule and potentially put our democratic parliamentary system at risk of collapse,' he said. Formerly communist Mongolia adopted democracy after the fall of the Soviet Union. Last month, Oyun-Erdene's Mongolian People's Party (MPP) expelled the Democratic Party (DP) from the ruling coalition after some of its younger lawmakers backed calls for the prime minister's resignation. Protests against corruption The prime minister's resignation follows days of youth-led protests in capital Ulaanbaatar calling for his ouster over inequality, corruption, and rising living costs, with citizens demanding reform and accountability. Reports of lavish spending by Oyun-Erdene's son fuelled the protesters. The protesters have said the country's mineral riches have benefited businesses and the wealthy, while many Mongolians still live in poverty. In a statement to AFP last month, the prime minister's office said it 'vehemently' denied the allegations, labelling them as a 'smear'. Mongolia's drop in Transparency International's Corruption Perceptions Index since Oyun-Erdene came to power in 2021 also did not help his cause. DW
Time of India
2 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Mongolian PM resigns after losing confidence vote
Mongolian Prime Minister Oyun-Erdene Luvsannamsrai (AP) Mongolian Prime Minister Luvsannamsrain Oyun-Erdene resigned on Tuesday after failing to secure enough support in a confidence vote, a parliamentary statement said. It comes after weeks of public protests against allegations of corruption. Oyun-Erdene received just 44 votes in the 126-seat parliament, well below the 64 needed to remain in office. Following the declaration of the results, Oyun-Erdene said: "It was an honor to serve my country and people in times of difficulties, including pandemics, wars, and tariffs." He will remain a caretaker role until a successor is appointed within 30 days. Political crisis brews Prior to the vote, Oyun-Erdene has warned that the confidence motion could cause instability and posed a threat to democracy in the country. "If governance becomes unstable, the economic situation deteriorates, and political parties cannot come to consensus. It could lead the public to lose faith in parliamentary rule and potentially put our democratic parliamentary system at risk of collapse," he said. Formerly communist Mongolia adopted democracy after the fall of the Soviet Union. Last month, Oyun-Erdene's Mongolian People's Party (MPP) expelled the Democratic Party (DP) from the ruling coalition after some of its younger lawmakers backed calls for the prime minister's resignation. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Thị trường có dấu hiệu suy thoái không? IC Markets Đăng ký Undo Protests against corruption The prime minister's resignation follows days of youth-led protests in capital Ulaanbaatar calling for his ouster over inequality, corruption, and rising living costs, with citizens demanding reform and accountability. Reports of lavish spending by Oyun-Erdene's son fueled the protesters. The protesters have said the country's mineral riches have benefited businesses and the wealthy, while many Mongolians still live in poverty. In a statement to AFP last month, the prime minister's office said it "vehemently" denied the allegations, labelling them as a "smear." Mongolia's drop in Transparency International's Corruption Perceptions Index since Oyun-Erdene came to power in 2021 also did not help his cause.
Sharjah 24
2 days ago
- Politics
- Sharjah 24
Mongolia PM resigns after anti-corruption demonstrations
Deep-Seated corruption concerns The landlocked democracy in northern Asia has struggled with entrenched corruption for decades. Many citizens believe that wealthy elites are benefiting from a coal mining boom at the expense of the general population. Frustrations have intensified as public suspicions regarding the lavish lifestyles of the prime minister's family fueled ongoing demonstrations. Confidence vote outcome Oyun-Erdene announced his resignation after losing a confidence vote among lawmakers, as stated in a parliamentary announcement. "It was an honour to serve my country and people during difficult times, including pandemics, wars, and tariffs," he remarked after the secret ballot results were disclosed. He will serve as caretaker prime minister until a successor is appointed within 30 days. Public protests Hundreds of young people gathered outside the parliament building on Monday, marching with white placards and chanting: "Resignation is easy." Protesters expressed their discontent with the pervasive corruption and social injustice in the country. Expert opinions on future policies Julian Dierkes, a Mongolia expert at Germany's University of Mannheim, noted that he did not expect Oyun-Erdene's successor to adopt significantly different policies regarding corruption. He added that Oyun-Erdene's ouster might lead to a resurgence of factional politics within his party after a period of relative stability. Allegations and political instability Oyun-Erdene has denied the corruption allegations and claimed that "major, visible and hidden interests" launched an "organized campaign" against his government. He warned of potential political instability and economic turmoil if he was ousted. However, only 44 lawmakers supported him in the confidence vote, falling short of the 64-vote threshold required in the 126-seat parliament. Coalition government challenges This resignation adds to the uncertainty in Mongolia's already fractious political landscape. Since the elections last year, the country has been governed by a three-way coalition, with Oyun-Erdene's Mongolian People's Party (MPP) experiencing a weakened majority. The MPP expelled the Democratic Party (DP) from the coalition last month after some younger DP lawmakers supported calls for Oyun-Erdene's resignation. Continuing demonstrations Further protests were anticipated in Ulaanbaatar on Tuesday, according to reports. Since Oyun-Erdene took office in 2021, Mongolia's ranking in Transparency International's Corruption Perceptions Index has declined. Rising living costs and economic concerns have also fueled unrest, with some counter-protesters—mostly older individuals—showing support for Oyun-Erdene. Young voices for change Protest organizer Ulamsaikhan Otgon, 24, highlighted that the demonstrations reflect young people's sensitivity to social unfairness. Yroolt, a 30-year-old content creator, emphasized that young people are seeking a different life and society.
The Sun
3 days ago
- Politics
- The Sun
Mongolia PM loses parliament confidence vote, resigns
ULAANBAATAR: Mongolian Prime Minister Luvsannamsrain Oyun-Erdene resigned on Tuesday, a parliamentary statement said, after losing a confidence vote among lawmakers. The secret ballot followed days of protests in the capital Ulaanbaatar against alleged corruption. Speaking after the result of the vote was announced to parliament, Oyun-Erdene said: 'It was an honour to serve my country and people in times of difficulties, including pandemics, wars, and tariffs.' He will remain as caretaker prime minister until his successor is appointed within 30 days. Mongolia, a landlocked democracy in northern Asia, has battled deep-seated corruption for decades. Many in the country believe that wealthy elites are hoarding the profits of a years-long coal mining boom at the expense of the general population. Since Oyun-Erdene took power in 2021, Mongolia has plummeted in Transparency International's Corruption Perceptions Index. The country has seen frequent protests and unrest, and hundreds of young people turned out in Ulaanbaatar last week calling for his resignation. Fuelling public outrage are accusations that members of the prime minister's family are enjoying lavish lifestyles far beyond what a civil servant on the public dime could afford. In a statement to AFP last month, the prime minister's office said it 'vehemently' denied the allegations, describing them as a 'smear'. Concerns over the economy and rising living costs have also stoked the unrest. Some counter-protesters -- overwhelmingly older than their pro-opposition counterparts -- also turned out to support the prime minister. Secret ballot Mongolia has been ruled by a three-way coalition government since elections last year resulted in a significantly reduced majority for Oyun-Erdene's Mongolian People's Party (MPP). But the MPP evicted the second-largest member, the Democratic Party (DP), from the coalition last month after some younger DP lawmakers backed calls for Oyun-Erdene's resignation. The move pushed the country's political scene into further uncertainty. Some 82 lawmakers participated in the secret ballot, with 44 voting for retaining confidence in Oyun-Erdene, and 38 against. The ballot did not reach the 64-vote threshold required from the 126-seat parliament, prompting Oyun-Erdene to stand down. On Monday, hundreds of young protesters crowded onto the square outside the parliament building, marching with white placards and chanting: 'It is easy to resign.' Organiser Ulamsaikhan Otgon, 24, said the weeks of demonstrations 'have showcased throughout that young people are very sensitive to unfairness' in society. Yroolt, a 30-year-old content creator, said it was the second demonstration he had attended. 'The reason I came is because I want a different life, a different society,' he told an AFP reporter, declining to share his last name out of privacy concerns. 'We all know injustice is deeply embedded in our society but it's time for change.'
DW
3 days ago
- Politics
- DW
Mongolian PM resigns after losing confidence vote – DW – 06/03/2025
Luvsannamsrain Oyun-Erdene's resignation follows days of protests calling for his ouster over inequality, corruption, and rising living costs. Mongolian Prime Minister Luvsannamsrain Oyun-Erdene resigned on Tuesday after failing to secure enough support in a confidence vote, a parliamentary statement said. It comes after weeks of public protests against allegations of corruption. Oyun-Erdene received just 44 votes in the 126-seat parliament, well below the 64 needed to remain in office. Following the declaration of the results, Oyun-Erdene said: "It was an honor to serve my country and people in times of difficulties, including pandemics, wars, and tariffs." He will remain a caretaker role until a successor is appointed within 30 days. Political crisis brews Prior to the vote, Oyun-Erdene has warned that the confidence motion could cause instability and posed a threat to democracy in the country. "If governance becomes unstable, the economic situation deteriorates, and political parties cannot come to consensus. It could lead the public to lose faith in parliamentary rule and potentially put our democratic parliamentary system at risk of collapse," he said. Formerly communist Mongolia adopted democracy after the fall of the Soviet Union. Last month, Oyun-Erdene's Mongolian People's Party (MPP) expelled the Democratic Party (DP) from the ruling coalition after some of its younger lawmakers backed calls for the prime minister's resignation. Protests against corruption The prime minister's resignation follows days of youth-led protests in capital Ulaanbaatar calling for his ouster over inequality, corruption, and rising living costs, with citizens demanding reform and accountability. Reports of lavish spending by Oyun-Erdene's son fueled the protesters. The protesters have said the country's mineral riches have benefited businesses and the wealthy, while many Mongolians still live in poverty. In a statement to AFP last month, the prime minister's office said it "vehemently" denied the allegations, labelling them as a "smear". Mongolia's drop in Transparency International's Corruption Perceptions Index since Oyun-Erdene came to power in 2021 also did not help his cause. Young Mongolian women leave nomadic herding To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video Edited by: Zac Crellin
