FM received newly accredited Italian Ambassador

Ulaanbaatar /MONTSAME/ Foreign Minister L.Purevsuren met with the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Italian Republic to Mongolia H.E. Ettore Francesco Sequi upon the latter's presentation of his credentials on March 22. L.Purevsuren noted an importance of expanding and developing the historic relations between the two countries by successfully implementing the visits planned for the near future, of strengthening trade, economic and cultural ties, and wished the Ambassador successes in his mission. The Ambassador said the Italian side attaches an importance to our bilateral relations and emphasized the opportunities to enhance cooperation in various sectors including economy, culture and defense. He also said the Italian side is working actively to open an Embassy in Ulaanbaatar. After this, the sides agreed on starting a preparation for the celebration of the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Mongolia and the Italian Republic, to be marked in 2020.