The National University of Mongolia (NUM)’s Center of Excellence for English Language Teaching and Learning is is now open, marking a significant step in enhancing English language education in the country.
The centre’s launch commenced with an academic writing course designed specifically for English language teachers. Arrangements are being made to expand training provisions, including upcoming seminars delivered by Peace Corps volunteers and experts from predominantly English-speaking countries.
The establishment of the centre follows the US Mongolia Excellence in English Initiative, a project arising from discussions between Mongolian Foreign Minister Battsetseg Batmunkh and former US Secretary of State Antony John Blinken in August 2024.
“This initiative aims to bolster English language proficiency and teaching standards across Mongolia”, reports MONTSAME National News Agency.
About Battsetseg Batmunkhhas
Born on 9 December 1973 in Bayankhongor province, Battsetseg Batmunkhhas been serving as Minister for Foreign Affairs of Mongolia since 2021. She is the third woman to be appointed as Foreign Minister of Mongolia. She strongly focuses on promoting gender
equality and empowering women and girls, especially those living in rural areas. In June 2023, she hosted the Female Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in Ulaanbaatar which was the first time such a meeting was held in Asia.
More than a decade ago, she initiated the “Right-minded Mongolian” programme, which later became a nationwide campaign, aimed at instilling passion for learning in younger generations. She is a culturally proud and heritage-conscious Buddhist. With her keen interest in arts, she continues to support emerging singers, performers and artists.
