Asia's Economic Growth Slows

New ADB report lowers region's growth rate to 6 percent on continued global uncertainties and slowing economic activity.  Read More

12 Pillars for the Transformation of Asia and the Pacific Region

Asia and the Pacific has made good progress towards the eight Millennium Development Goals (MDGs), though the region will still need to make greater efforts if it is to meet some important targets. Read More

Asia's Path to Prosperity

Industrialization must be an essential part of the growth formula if Asian countries are to prosper and avoid the 'middle income trap,' says ADB report. Read More

ADB President Visits Mongolia

President Takehiko Nakao expresses ADB’s full support for Mongolia’s efforts to broaden the benefits of growth by investing in infrastructure. Read More

Overview

Mongolia has now become one of the fastest growing countries in the world, and finds itself on the threshold of prosperity. With its vast mineral resources, including copper, gold, and coal, the economy is expected to maintain a fast pace in the years ahead, although vulnerabilities remain. If carefully managed, this growth could substantially reduce poverty and lead to Mongolia’s emergence as a middle-income country.

Based on its country partnership strategy (CPS) for Mongolia, 2012- 2016, and consistent with government priorities, ADB will foster a sustainable and inclusive growth process that benefits all Mongolians. Assistance will focus on transport, energy, and water supply infrastructure; access to education and health; and regional economic cooperation.

Fast Facts

2.83 (2012)
Population in millions

1.7% (2010-2012)
Annual population growth rate

29.8% (2011)
Population living below the national poverty line

ADB Lending

Amount ($M) / %
Sector (No. of loans)
61.90 / 6.48
Agriculture (4)
 
62.50 / 6.55
Education (5)
 
93.80 / 9.83
Energy (4)
 
104.19 / 10.91
Finance (9)
 
140.02 / 14.67
Health (8)
 
65.00 / 6.81
Industry and Trade (3)
 
40.50 / 4.24
Public Sector (3)
 
324.53 / 34.00
Transport and ICT (11)
 
62.13 / 6.51
Water Supply (3)
 
954.57 / 100.00
TOTAL (50)
Cumulative as of 31 December 2012