ULAN BATOR, Jan. 29 (Xinhua) -- The Mongolian government will promote the development of winter sports through its policies, the country's Prime Minister Luvsannamsrai Oyun-Erdene has said.
Oyun-Erdene made the remarks during a virtual meeting with athletes and coaches who will participate in the upcoming Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics and Paralympics on Friday, the government's press office said in a statement.
"I am very confident that you all will successfully and responsibly take part in the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics and Paralympic Games and reach your goals and aspirations. I support you all and I will go there in person," Oyun-Erdene said.
Mongolia has every chance to succeed in the Winter Olympics, he said, noting that the government plans to support the development of winter sports through policy and do a lot to improve the material base and environment.
Three skiers of Mongolia have qualified for the 2022 Olympic Winter and Paralympic Games, according to the Mongolian National Olympic Committee.
The Mongolian government has decided to award 10 million Mongolian Tugriks (3,500 U.S. dollars) to each of these athletes. ■
