The third South Korea-Mongolia joint committee meeting was held in the Mongolian capital, on the 28th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries.

South Korea's Deputy Foreign Minister Cho Hyun and Minister of Environment and Tourism N.Tserenbat led the discussions.

As part of efforts to enhance bilateral cooperation, South Korea requested that Mongolia allow more South Korean airlines to join the Korea-Mongolia air route, which is currently limited to only one Korean air carrier. Mongolia responded that a legal revision is under way to address the issue, the ministry said.

The Mongolian side called for an increase in scholarships for its students who are studying in South Korea and for the expansion of Korean visa issuance for its nationals.

The two sides also agreed to work together in fighting air pollution, with Seoul pledging to review measures to help reduce microdust in Mongolia.

Minister Cho also paid a courtesy visit to Prime Minister U. Khurelsukh and ensured that the two countries will work together to further increase exchanges between their peoples.