Russia and Mongolia Deepen Military Ties in Moscow Talks

Overview

• Russia’s top general, Valery Gerasimov, met Mongolian Chief of the General Staff Sunrev Ganbyamba in Moscow, according to statements from the Russian Defense Ministry.
• Ganbyamba said relations are at their highest level and pointed to a treaty on friendly relations and a comprehensive strategic partnership signed by the two heads of state.
• Gerasimov called Mongolia one of Russia’s key partners and said cooperation rests on friendship, trust, and good‑neighbourliness.
• Both sides highlighted practical links that now include frequent military delegation visits, regular joint operational and combat training, and ties between military schools and border districts.
• Officials linked the talks to accords from the leaders’ September 2024 meeting in Ulaanbaatar, and they did not announce specific new agreements beyond pledges to expand cooperation.