Episode 21: Mongolia’s ruling party wants to clean house

The Mongolian People's Party started its spring cleaning. The party wants to shake off its bad apples, mainly the former prime minister’s wing — members who tried to oust the current prime minister.

President Khurelsukh Ukhnaa has introduced a draft law to recall members of the State Great Khural (Parliament). The proposal is aimed at strengthening accountability by allowing MPs to be removed if they commit serious ethical breaches, violate their oath, or are legally convicted of crimes. This marks a significant effort to increase public oversight of lawmakers and enforce their responsibility to voters. However, how legitimate and well thought through the draft proposal is remains iffy.

Last week, the Mongolian People’s Party (MPP) held its congress, where the party chair, Uchral, stated that the party will start the removal of four members. These members include the speaker and deputy speaker, a former energy minister, and a major PR person for the party. The announcement at the congress reflected ongoing tensions over leadership, party cohesion, and the consolidation of party leadership.

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29min

Hosts: Anand, Julian

Date Recorded: March 2 2026

Date Released: March 4 2026

Keywords: politics | MPP | democracy