July 1, 2026
ULAANBAATAR – MP J.Galbadrakh questions MNT 800 billion e-learning plan amid shortage of 6,300 teachersThe plenary session of the Parliament was held with members of the Mongolian People’s Party (MPP) questioning Prime Minister N.Uchral on government policies.
During the session, Member of Parliament J.Galbadrakh raised concerns about the government’s education spending priorities.
According to MP J.Galbadrakh, Mongolia currently faces a shortage of approximately 6,300 teachers. However, he noted that the Ministry of Education has reported that the teacher shortage has been resolved and even stated that there is now a surplus of primary school teachers.
He also questioned the government’s plan to allocate MNT 800 billion for e-learning next year, arguing that many countries are moving away from digital learning initiatives. He said that the plan includes providing every teacher with a computer, which would be replaced every three years.
In addition, MP J.Galbadrakh asked whether it was appropriate to establish a Chromebook production facility in Mongolia. He also questioned the government’s plan to establish one Cambridge school in every province, noting that teachers at these schools receive salaries that are 50% higher than those of regular teachers and that their variable operating costs are three times greater.
Responding to the questions, Prime Minister N.Uchral expressed support for establishing a Chromebook production facility in Mongolia. He also said that graduates of Cambridge schools have good opportunities to receive scholarships to study abroad.