In a significant development, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Mongolia have officially signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to establish mutual visa exemption for holders of ordinary, diplomatic, special, and mission passports. This landmark agreement reflects the commitment of both nations to foster stronger bilateral relations and advance their shared interests.
Visa Exemption Details
Under the terms of the MoU, UAE nationals carrying regular, diplomatic, special, and mission passports are granted visa-free entry to Mongolia. They are allowed to stay in Mongolia for up to 30 days per visit. Similarly, citizens of Mongolia holding diplomatic, official, and regular passports can now enter the United Arab Emirates without needing a visa, effective December 28, 2023.
Key Signatories
The momentous MoU was signed by Ahmed Ali Al Sayegh, Minister of State for the United Arab Emirates, and Battsetseg Batmunkh, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Mongolia. This agreement is a testament to the ongoing efforts to fortify the diplomatic and economic ties between the two nations while streamlining travel and facilitating the movement of citizens between the UAE and Mongolia.
Enhancing Cooperation in Various Spheres
This latest development marks a pivotal step in fostering enhanced cooperation in multiple domains, including:
- Politics: The visa exemption agreement is expected to pave the way for increased political dialogue and collaboration between the UAE and Mongolia.
- Economics: Both countries anticipate strengthened economic ties, trade, and investment opportunities resulting from this agreement, fostering mutual growth and prosperity.
- Culture: Cultural exchanges and partnerships in art, music, and heritage preservation are expected to flourish, promoting a deeper understanding of each other’s cultures.
- Education: Collaboration in the education sector is likely to expand, allowing for exchanging knowledge and expertise between educational institutions in both nations.
- Other Areas of Common Interest: Beyond the mentioned sectors, the visa exemption agreement opens doors for various other areas of mutual interest, including tourism, technology, and innovation.
The UAE-Mongolia visa exemption memorandum reflects a promising future of enhanced collaboration and cooperation, promoting people-to-people ties and bolstering diplomatic relations between these two nations.
