Ministry of Family, Labour and Social Protection of Mongolia and United Nations Development Programme Discuss Expanding Cooperation to Promote Employment

The Minister of Family, Labour and Social Protection, T. Aubakir, met with the UNDP Resident Representative in Mongolia, Matilda Dimovska, to discussed on ongoing and future cooperation aimed at promoting employment and ensuring sustainable jobs for vulnerable groups.

During the meeting, the parties reviewed the progress and outcomes of the “Apprenticeship-to-Employment Transition” programme, which is designed to support vulnerable citizens in securing long-term employment. They also discussed opportunities to further expand and strengthen the initiative.

Both sides emphasized the importance of deepening collaboration in the areas of social protection, employment, human development, and capacity building. They highlighted the need to jointly implement policy and legal reforms, as well as innovative solutions, to support sustainable and inclusive development during the 2024–2028 period.

The discussion also covered potential joint projects and programmes to scale up employment promotion services nationwide, expand targeted programmes for vulnerable groups, conduct labour market research, introduce digital solutions, and strengthen local-level capacities.

At the conclusion of the meeting, the parties agreed to focus on expanding skills development training aligned with labour market demand, as well as apprenticeship and workplace-based training programmes to reduce unemployment. Particular attention will be given to youth, women, persons with disabilities, and the long-term unemployed.