Monthly Archives: February 2015

Feeling (Politically) Pessimistic for Coming Year

Posted on February 18, 2015 by Julian Dierkes

It is Tsagaan Sar, so happy new year to all of Mongolia and to Mongolians! Сар шинэдээ сайхан шинэлээрэй What will the year of the sheep bring? The sheep Gestalt (зурхай) seems to expect a windy Spring and windy early parts … Continue reading →

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Poll Results – Direct and Indirect

Posted on February 4, 2015 by Julian Dierkes

PM Saikhanbileg has announced the results of the mega-projects vs austerity SMS poll. This announcement is important because we learn about this particular direct democracy initiative, but also because it included an announcement of proposals to revise the Mining Law … Continue reading →

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