Analyzing Mongolia`s June 24 Parliamentary Elections: What Lies Ahead?
(WorldNews Mexico)

Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia- On June 24, Mongolians cast their ballots to elect 76 members of its national parliament, the State Great Khural. Thirty years since Mongolia`s peaceful democratic transition, the country has proven resilient; however, its democracy is threatened by a lack of transparency, accountability and inclusivity in its politics. Low representation of women in party leadership positions, low youth voter turnout and barriers to political participation endanger the long-term health of democratic consolidation. Following the elections, the International Republican Institute (IRI) and The Asia Foundation (TAF) hosted a discussion of the results and what the outcomes indicate for the...