Mongolia's 2025 Budget Raises Tensions Over Spending Priorities

As Mongolia's parliament finalizes the government's 2025 budget, concerns are escalating over wasteful spending, accountability, and the nation's economic future. The proposed budget of ₮35.6 trillion (approximately $10.5 billion) represents a significant ₮3.8 trillion increase from last year's figures, aimed at funding various strategic projects. However, critics argue that increased spending doesn't necessarily guarantee better results, and they worry about the growing burden on taxpayers without clear evidence of economic returns.

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