We arrived from being the most isolated and closed communist regime in the world to one of the most open. Today we have a dynamic market economy, a v… - Tsakhiagiin Elbegdorj

Therefore, our common goal as leaders is to provide for an environment where the democratic institutions can thrive – provide for rule of law, human rights, democratic governance, and free and fair elections. And we must enforce accountability, accountability, and again, accountability. The people will do the rest in a democracy. For only in a democracy is everyone provided with opportunities for self-development and realization.

Of course, when you are in office, you have certain responsibilities. But when you are out of office, you also have more freedom to express your ideas.

The only way to bring peace and stability is through a system of [norms], laws and institutions that every country agrees to abide by. If the UN fails to adopt [such a system], we all fail. When we face global challenges, we must admit one thing: no one country – big or small – can address them on its own. Therefore, the coordinated actions of all players and countries are needed.