Mongolia and Tajikistan have taken a major step toward strengthening bilateral ties, signing a Joint Statement on Expanding and Developing Friendly Relations and Cooperation along with 11 new agreements during Tajik President Emomali Rahmon’s state visit to Mongolia.

The documents were signed during President Rahmon’s visit to Ulaanbaatar at the invitation of Mongolian President Khurelsukh Ukhnaa, reaffirming both countries’ commitment to expanding cooperation across a broad range of sectors, The Caspian Post reports via Kazinform.

The newly signed agreements cover transport, agriculture, trade, education, mining, environmental protection, youth and sports, geology, and investment, creating a framework for closer political and economic collaboration.

One of the key outcomes of the visit is a visa-free travel agreement for holders of diplomatic and official passports, allowing stays of up to 30 days and making official exchanges between the two countries easier.

The two sides also signed an international road transport agreement, a memorandum on plant protection and quarantine, and a 2026-2028 agricultural cooperation roadmap aimed at boosting agricultural trade and strengthening food sector cooperation.

Additional agreements focus on climate action, environmental protection, vocational education, mining safety, geological research, and investment and export promotion. The initiatives are expected to support joint projects, technology sharing, and stronger business and investment ties.

President Emomali Rahmon is paying a state visit to Mongolia from July 20 to 22, 2026, at the invitation of President Khurelsukh Ukhnaa, with the visit marking a new chapter in relations between the two countries.