Redefining Power as Mongolia Embraces Coalition Politics

Mongolia’s Democratic Party (DP) just celebrated its 35th anniversary, with First Deputy Prime Minister Luvsannyamyn Gantumur hailing its legacy in shaping the nation’s democratic path. But behind the fanfare lies a political landscape in flux—where old rules no longer apply and coalition-building has become the new currency of power.

The 2024 parliamentary elections introduced a mixed-member proportional representation system that has upended Mongolia’s electoral dynamics. Coalition governments are no longer rare exceptions—they’re the new norm in coming years.

This seismic shift raises urgent questions: Does proportionality strengthen democratic legitimacy, or does it risk fracturing political coherence and weakening accountability?

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