Foreign Affairs and Trade Minister G.Zandanshatar presented a sample of Mongolia’s new electronic passport to President Ts.Elbegdorj on Wednesday.

G.Zandanshatar said the new passport conforms to the international standards of the International Civil Aviation Organization, as well as Mongolia’s national security and foreign policy goals. He said the new passport will make it easier for Mongolians to travel abroad. He also said the new passport contains the latest technology, including anti-counterfeit measures.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade plans to introduce the new passports in 2012, in connection with the centennial of the establishment of Mongolia’s diplomatic service. The passport contains 27 security features, said G.Zandanshatar.