MONGOLIA COMMEMORATES THE 65TH ANNIVERSARY OF ITS ADMISSION IN THE UNITED NATIONS

Geneva, 27 October 2026. On the occasion of the 65th anniversary of Mongolia’s admission to the United Nations, the Permanent Mission of Mongolia to the United Nations Office and other international organizations in Geneva hosted a commemorative reception in honour of Mongolian nationals serving across the United Nations system and other international organizations in Geneva.

In her opening remarks, H.E. Ms. Davaasuren Gerelmaa, Permanent Representative and Ambassador of Mongolia to the United Nations Office and other international organizations in Geneva, extended congratulations on the historic milestone marking Mongolia’s membership as a full member of the United Nations in 1961.

She underscored that membership in the Organization represented a defining moment in Mongolia’s modern history, reaffirming its sovereignty and strengthening its engagement with the international community. Ambassador Gerelmaa also conveyed her sincere appreciation to Mongolian professionals whose dedicated service within international organizations contributes to advancing multilateral cooperation and enhancing Mongolia’s visibility and standing on the global stage.

The event highlighted the growing presence and contributions of Mongolian nationals within Geneva’s international community. Today, around 30 Mongolian professionals serve in a range of organizations headquartered in Geneva, including the United Nations Secretariat, the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD), the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), the World Health Organization (WHO), the International Labour Organization (ILO), the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC), the International Organization for Standardization (ISO), and the International Trade Centre (ITC).

Participants further noted with appreciation the increasing engagement of young Mongolian researchers, interns, and professionals within the United Nations system and other international organizations in recent years, reflecting Mongolia’s growing contribution to international cooperation and its commitment to nurturing the next generation of globally engaged professionals.