Prime Minister received Chinese Culture Minister

Today, on Wednesday Prime Minister N.Altankhuyag received the Minister of Culture of the People"s Republic of China, Cai Wu who is visiting Mongolia to liaise with his counterpart, the Minister of Culture, Sport and Tourism, Ts.Oyungerel.

The Chinese Culture Minister Cai Wu said that bilateral relations in this sector between the two countries are booming adding that the Ministries of Foreign Affairs of Mongolia and China will team up to deepen good relations and exchange experiences. Mr. Cai Wu also noted the successful negotiations made between the Ministries of Foreign Affairs of Mongolia and China.

Prime Minister Altankhuyag stated that boosting good, fair, mutually beneficial relations with China is a priority of the foreign policy of Mongolia. The Prime Minister also added that he is grateful that bilateral relations in all fields between Mongolia and China have expanded and moved to a strategic partnership level.

The Prime Minister then said that it has been a year since the Reform Government of Mongolia was formed. The Government focused on culture, sport and tourism and restructured the Ministry. Next year is the 65th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Mongolia and China.

The Prime Minister suggested holding public events collaborating and involving the people of the two countries for the anniversary, adding that there are many things to share in this sector.

Chinese Culture Minister Cai Wu enjoyed a classic and art concert featuring Mongolian culture. Mr. Cai Wu said that Mongolian folk art is at a high level and expressed his willingness to hold Mongolian art concerts in China in order to promote the art.

Mr. Cai Wu presented a certificate worth 300,000 CNY for equipment and facilities to the Minister of Culture, Sport and Tourism, Ts.Oyungerel during his visit to Mongolia.