The XVII International Mongolian Studies Conference was held on February 14-15, 2025 in Washington, D.C. The Conference brought together over 30 scholars and researchers from esteemed institutions.
The event featured sessions on diverse topics, including Mongolian history, philology, art, culture, archaeology, traditional medicine, ethnology, environment, and society.
The Embassy of Mongolia in the United States and the Mongolian Cultural Center co-organized the conference. In his opening remarks, Ambassador U.Batbayar emphasized the significant role of Mongolian studies in the United States, noting its rich history and heritage, and highlighted the importance of promoting Mongolia's culture and history to the international community.
During the conference researchers William W. Fitzhugh and Richard D. Kortum launched the book ᠌“Ritual Landscape: Rock Art and Archaeology in the Mongolian Altai”. Participants also had the opportunity to explore rare books and publications on Mongolia at the Library of Congress.
