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Mongolian Prime Minister Resigns After Confidence Vote

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Business Honor
03 June, 2025

A leadership change was brought about by the resignation of Prime Minister Oyun-Erdene of Mongolia following a loss in a parliamentary confidence vote.

Mongolia’s Prime Minister, Luvsannamsrain Oyun-Erdene, has officially resigned after losing a vote of confidence in Parliament. The announcement was made on Tuesday following a parliamentary session held the previous day, where a secret ballot failed to secure the necessary support for him to remain in office.

Oyun-Erdene, who has served as prime minister since January 2021 and was re-elected in July 2024, will continue in a caretaker role until a successor is appointed. According to Mongolian law, Parliament must nominate a new prime minister within 30 days.

In his resignation statement, Oyun-Erdene expressed gratitude for the opportunity to serve the nation through challenging times, including the global pandemic and economic uncertainties. “It was an honor to serve my country and people in times of difficulties, including pandemics, wars, and tariffs,” he stated after the result was announced.

44 lawmakers supported Oyun-Erdene in the confidence vote, while 38 opposed him. However, in order to stay in power, he needed at least 64 votes in the 126-member Parliament.

Oyun-Erdene prioritized infrastructure development, economic growth, and foreign engagement while in office, helping Mongolia navigate a range of domestic and international challenges. His administration aimed to modernize areas such as renewable energy, transportation, and digital governance.

As the process of selecting a new leader gets underway, Mongolia remains in a secure parliamentary system. The handover is likely to continue in accordance with the constitution.
Oyun-Erdene resigned amid political turmoil in Mongolia, preparing for a new governance era. Despite the change, the country's institutions will ensure stability and continuity.