Over 3,900 Mongolian workers in Japan gain valuable hands-on experience in essential industries. These include agriculture, caregiving, construction, and information technology. As a result, they build stronger careers and contribute to Mongolia’s economic development.
Recently, Mongolia’s Minister of Family, Labor, and Social Protection, Aubakir Telunkhan, met with a Japanese delegation from Nakashibetsu City. Keita Ito, Head of the Economic Department, led the group. Together, they discussed ways to expand labor cooperation between the two countries.
During the meeting, Japanese officials expressed strong support for Mongolian citizens working in Japan. They offered new training programs and job opportunities in high-demand fields. Moreover, they promised to provide proper technical guidance and cultural support for incoming workers. Minister Telunkhan welcomed their proposal. He emphasized the long-term benefits for Mongolian youth. According to him, young professionals gain much more than income abroad.
They also return home with advanced skills, practical knowledge, and strong work ethics. “Our youth must learn hands-on,” said Telunkhan. “They need to absorb Japan’s work culture, discipline, and innovative technologies.” Nakashibetsu City leads Japan in dairy production and livestock management.
The city produces top-quality milk and continues to invest in agricultural technology. Its industries provide ideal learning environments for foreign trainees. Mongolia and Japan based this labor partnership on solid legal agreements. In 2017, both countries signed a Memorandum of Cooperation for technical intern training. Then, in 2019, they signed another agreement to guide skilled labor exchange.
Since launching these agreements, Mongolia has increased the number of citizens working in Japan. These Mongolian workers in Japan return with improved expertise, which they apply at home in agriculture, healthcare, and technology sectors. Right now, 19 Mongolian workers live and work in Nakashibetsu City. However, both sides expect that number to rise as cooperation deepens.
This international program gives young Mongolians valuable opportunities for professional growth. At the same time, it helps Japan fill labor shortages in rural areas. Clearly, this partnership benefits both nations. With continued support, the number of Mongolian workers in Japan will keep growing—bringing shared progress for years to come.
