Mongolian Export Cluster Network

2025-11-19

ITDM

Access to Export Finance for Clusters – Roundtable Discussion The first major roundtable on export finance for Mongolian clusters and SMEs was successfully held on September 19, 2025, bringing together policymakers, licensing authorities, financial institutions, implementers, and manufacturers to discuss key challenges and explore joint solutions. Participants shared insights on the financial challenges faced by export clusters, the development of the leather cluster, examples of cluster cooperation and export financing in regions such as the European Union, and current Mongolian financing policies and support services for exporters, with particular emphasis on factoring services. The event gathered representatives from: ✅ Government — Bank of Mongolia, Development Bank of Mongolia, Financial Regulatory Commission, Investment and Trade Agency, Ministry of Economic Development, Mongolian Agricultural Commodity Exchange, and the Office of MP J. Bat-Erdene; ✅ Financial institutions — Khan Bank, Capitron Bank, State Bank, Women in Finance and Banks Association, and the Mongolian Banking Association; ✅ Private sector and clusters — ITDM project, MNCCI, MECN, and sector clusters for leather, cosmetics, textile, and camel milk. Key discussion points included: - The need for more diverse and accessible financial mechanisms under the current monetary policy; - Double-digit non-mining export growth targets and the development of export insurance products; - Sector perspectives and challenges, especially in the leather cluster; - Legal gaps in defining “clusters” in trade-related legislation; - Gaps in financial literacy at both business and consumer levels; - Expansion of financing instruments such as the “Tsagaan Alt” and similar program loan; - Positioning MECN as a central policy and coordination hub for export clusters. Strategic moderation ensured that diverse perspectives converged into concrete directions and actionable insights, playing a key role in the event’s success. Follow-up discussions and actions are expected to build on this foundation.

2025-05-29

MNCCI

Mongolian Brand & Tourism 2025: Celebrating Cultural Identity & Export Potential. The Mongolian Brand & Tourism 2025 event, held on May 29, 2025, brought together a dynamic blend of innovation, cultural heritage, and entrepreneurial spirit. A total of 35 domestic manufacturers and around 200 guests from the tourism, media, and diplomatic communities gathered to explore synergies between Mongolia’s export sectors and its vibrant tourism industry. Event Highlights: • Keynote speeches from leaders of tourism and export clusters, along with insights from the ITDM project • A dynamic B2B exhibition and product showcase, fostering collaborative opportunities • Intersectoral networking between visiting tourists and local buyers • The day concluded with a powerful performance of "Nomadic Legend" — a celebration of Mongolia’s rich cultural legacy and storytelling tradition. This event was more than just a gathering — it marked a bold step forward in building sustainable partnerships rooted in cooperation, cultural pride, and market-oriented growth. A heartfelt thank you to all our guests, partners, and exhibitors for making this event a success — and to our international friends for supporting Mongolia’s journey toward brand-driven tourism and sustainable export development!

2025-05-28

English below

“Shop in Shop” концепц, хамтарсан брэндинг, зах зээлийн хүртээмжийн талаархи практик хэлэлцүүлэг онцлог байв. On May 28, 2025, a meeting was organized to exchange experiences and discuss future cooperation between representatives of Mongolia’s export clusters, the EU-funded ITDM project, the Mongolian Export Cluster Support (MECS), and the “Woolen Knot” cooperative, which operates the “White Gold” store. During the working meeting, new models of collaboration were discussed to enhance the presence of high value-added national products—such as felt, wool, cashmere, sea buckthorn, leather goods, natural cosmetics, and camel milk—both in domestic and international markets. Key points included: 🔹 Presentations on the goals and impact of the MECS cluster and White Gold members 🔹 A practical discussion on the “Shop in Shop” concept, joint branding, and improving market access

2025-05-17

Organic Development

Organized by Organic Development NGO and the Organic Choice Association NGO, the 🌿 "Organic Enthusiasts’ Informal Meeting" brought together representatives from the Mongolian Export Cluster Support (MECN), the ITDM project, and various stakeholders from the organic lifestyle and business sectors. The event was held at the Institute of Plant Protection Research. The agenda featured presentations and discussions on topics such as the new Organic Products Law, the "Organic Ulaanbaatar" program, information about the Central Asian Organic Alliance, the ITDM project in Mongolia, and examples from members of the Mongolian Export Cluster Network NGO. The meeting concluded with an open and engaging discussion among participants.

2025-04-25

MESN

With the support of the #ITDM project, MESN successfully launched the next in its series of design sprint workshops aimed at developing strategies and roadmaps for member clusters. This particular session was organized for the Mongolian Leather Cluster under the Mongolian Association of Leather Industry on April 25, 2025. The Mongolian Leather Cluster is one of the pioneers in Mongolia and serves as a role model for other clusters in terms of internal organization, consistency, and unity. We extend our sincere thanks to all members of the leather cluster who actively participated in the training, dedicated their time, and worked together throughout the full day to address common industry challenges and explore opportunities to enhance export capacity. We wish you great success in all your future endeavors!