At the invitation of President of Mongolia Khurelsukh Ukhnaa, Governor-General of the Commonwealth of Australia Samantha Joy Mostyn arrived in Mongolia on September 4, 2025, with a State Visit.
Governor-General Samantha Mostyn and her husband, Simeon Beckett, were received at Chinggis Khaan International Airport by Minister of Foreign Affairs Battsetseg Batmunkh and Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Australia to Mongolia, Leo Zeng.
This marks the first visit of the Governor-General of Australia to Mongolia in 31 years. The visit is of significant importance to further expand and strengthen relations and cooperation with Australia, Mongolia’s key partner and Third Neighbour in the Indo-Pacific region.
During the visit, President Khurelsukh Ukhnaa and Governor-General Samantha Mostyn will hold official talks to confirm the agreement to elevate bilateral relations to the level of a “Comprehensive Partnership.” The two sides will exchange views on expanding cooperation in potential sectors such as politics, trade, investment, education, and agriculture, enhancing people-to-people ties, and deepening collaboration on regional and international platforms.
In addition, Governor-General Samantha Mostyn will review the implementation of Australian projects and programmes in Mongolia and meet with representatives of the business community.
Mongolia and Australia established diplomatic relations on September 15, 1972. Today, more than 22,000 Mongolian citizens reside in Australia.

Published Date:2025-09-05