Analyzing mining’s impact in resource-rich Mongolia, this brief outlines ways to step up the contribution of local producers to the mining supply chain to extend the sector’s benefits and better support sustainable growth.
Drawing on data from 82 mining companies, the brief assesses the impact of extractive industries on different sectors. It examines why local producers make an insignificant contribution to supply chains in Mongolia where mining makes up over 90% of merchandise exports. It explains how strengthening the private sector, bolstering human capital, and increasing innovation investment could create opportunities for local producers and build a more diverse and resilient economy.