With Changes to Electoral System, What Outlook for Mongolian Democracy?

By Julian Dierkes

As parliament has accepted the high court rejection of proportional representation, some options remained, particular a postponing of the election or a reversion to the 2008 block-voting system. It now seems that a return to the 2004 system (76 majoritarian ridings) is more likely.

In this context, I’ve offered some thoughts about the implications of the upcoming election beyond immediate outcomes at The Diplomat.

 

About JDierkes

Research on Mongolia for over 20 years, particular focus on mining policy and democratization. Princeton-trained sociologist. Dean, School of Social Sciences, Univ of Mannheim.
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