Mongolian Ambassador to Russia
D.Idevkhten told our reporter in Elstei city of Khalimag that President
Elbegdorj’s official visit to Russia had been a success. Several important
agreements, such as ones on setting up the Uvs nuuriin khotgor conservation area,
and increasing the equity base of Ulaanbaatar Railway, have been signed and the
way paved for signing of several more in the near future.

The President stressed to both
President D. Medvedev and Premier V.Putin Mongolia’s need for uninterrupted supply
of petroleum from Russia. Idevkhten said Russia is expected to take prompt
remedial action. Further talks will be held to regulate employment of Mongolians
and Russians in each other’s country. Some 5,000 Mongolians live in Russia,
including students.