Since 2010, Mongolia's coal industry has grown rapidly and come to play a leading role in the country's exports. In some years, coal exports have doubled or even tripled, driving a sharp acceleration in economic growth.

Ulaanbaatar, September 8, 2026 — AmCham Mongolia hosted the multi-level symposium “Beyond Borders: The Age of Artificial Intelligence” as part of American Technology Week 2026, bringing together representatives of government, the diplomatic community, and the private sector to discuss artificial intelligence, digital infrastructure, cybersecurity, and Mongolia’s opportunities in the rapidly evolving global technology landscape.

The proposed amendments to the Minerals Law are expected to formally establish a critical minerals category and list, creating a new legal framework to support investment in the sector.