ULAANBAATAR,
MONGOLIA – From the Office of the President of Mongolia: The following is a statement
released by Mongolian President Tsakhia Elbegdorj to international journalists
and organizations observing Mongolia’s seventh parliamentary election upon the
conclusion of voting:

“I
am proud that the people of Mongolia have cast their ballots today in the
seventh free and fair national parliamentary elections since our revolution. On
the heels of these elections, we have moved further down the path of democracy
and progress for this great nation.

As
the democratic anchor of the East, Mongolia has an obligation to our people and
to our global allies to continue on the course of expanding freedom and
opportunity for all. The votes of our citizens in this week’s elections serve
as a reminder that our people hold their leaders accountable for their actions,
and that continuing to eliminate corruption, promoting transparency and
building economic success for all Mongolians remain national priorities.

To
best serve the interests of our people and to advance our global role as a
stable democracy, members of all political parties must work together to ensure
that Mongolia will meet the challenges of the 21st century.  This objective is critical, as only
cooperative governance will ensure a proper standard of living for our people,
and opportunities for generations to come.

I
urge the members of the new parliament to work together to ensure the
sustainability of our nation’s precious resources as we pursue meaningful
economic opportunities that these assets offer all Mongolians.

Today
is a great day in Mongolia’s history. We should be justifiably proud of
completing another free and fair election. However, we cannot forget the
tremendous, important work that lies before us. 
I am committed to working closely with the new parliament, civil society
groups, business and community leaders to move Mongolia forward. I truly
believe that in doing so our people will reap the rewards for themselves and
their children that their hopes, votes, and their voices have brought them.”