Ulaanbaatar, 11 September 2025 – A high-level delegation from the German Federal Ministry for the Environment, Climate Action, Nature Conservation, and Nuclear Safety (BMUKN) and International Climate Initiative (IKI) visited Mongolia from 9-11 September 2025 as part of their Asia mission to engage with government leaders, development partners, and local stakeholders on expanding climate action in the agriculture sector.
The mission was organized under the UNDP–FAO Scaling up Climate Ambition on Land Use and Agriculture (SCALA) programme and focused on reviewing its contribution to Mongolia’s progress in integrating climate-resilient practices into agriculture and land use, while identifying opportunities for deeper cooperation.
The delegation was led by Mr. Ulf Jaeckel, Head of the European and International Adaptation to Climate Change Division at BMUKN, and Ms. Petra Nieland, Project Officer at Z-U-G, joined by representatives from UNDP and FAO. Their mission underscored the strong partnership and technical expertise driving SCALA’s work in Mongolia.
During the mission, the delegation reviewed SCALA’s progress in strengthening scientific evidence for climate solutions, integration of agriculture into NDC 3.0 and the National Adaptation Plan, and support on gender-responsive climate planning and budgeting. Discussions with government, partners, and stakeholders highlighted ways to strengthen the resilience of herder and farming communities, while field visits showcased how SCALA’s assessments are essential for adjusting climate policy direction and driving practical solutions on the ground. Read more...