Successful concession agreements are essentially partnerships that contribute to the conservation of natural and cultural values; enhance visitor satisfaction and appreciation of protected areas; and provide benefits for local communities. 

Concession management is integral to the broader objectives of biodiversity protection and restoration, protection and revitalisation of culture and heritage, education and public enjoyment of Mongolia’s protected areas. The existing regulatory and policy framework for managing concessions is weak.  It is dependent upon a number of regulatory and governance arrangements that fail to provide the necessary checks and balances required to maximise the benefits and minimise the risks of concessions in Mongolia’s protected areas.

A concession strategy is required to assist with the efficient management of commercial and traditional uses, the ongoing conservation of protected areas, increase the choice and quality of facilities and services through investment, and generate income for Mongolia’s protected area network. 

This strategy is intended to assist the PAAD’s and MEGD officers in the proper discharge of their delegated authorities with respect to managing land uses across all reserve types within their jurisdiction.  The Concession Strategy has been designed to be efficient, equitable and simple to administer. It provides broad policy directions in key areas and recommendations relating to procedures, documentation and standards relating to concession management. It recognises the invaluable role played by local communities and a range of partners in managing and promoting the protected area network and encouraging visitors to appreciate, understand and enjoy them.