The Implementation of the Sustainable Development Policy of Mongolia

Abstract

In this article, the author attempts to address some issues related to the implementation of the policy of economic and social development of Mongolia. Sustainable development of the territory of modern states is one of the key challenges facing humanity today. Mongolia is a unique country with a distinctive culture, history and socioeconomic specifics of development. Sustainable development of the country's territory requires active measures by the state apparatus, as well as the implementation of a coherent and effective policy of maintaining balanced development, taking into account the main directions of sustainability: the economy, the social sphere and the preservation of the environment. The author rightly agrees that, according to the World Conservation Strategy, the sustainable development is the one, which “provides a real improvement in the quality of life of people and at the same time preserves the natural diversity of the Earth”. Due to the commitment to the balance of key components the country can further develop and prosper, improving the well-being of its population while preserving the environment for future generations. The article raises issues of transition of Mongolia to sustainable development, identified a number of documents, evaluated their implementation, made the author's conclusions and made recommendations on this issue.