In Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, political reforms have opened doors for outsiders, including Saranchuluun Otgon, one of the country's first two lawmakers with a disability. Last year, Otgon toured the capital with the mayor to assess its accessibility, an experience that underscored for her how much Mongolia’s politics have evolved.

However, Otgon noted that "people in power seemed too far to reach," highlighting ongoing challenges in political engagement. Despite the new-look parliament, there is a renewed push to tighten political rules, suggesting a persistence of traditional party politics.

These developments reflect a complex transition in Mongolia’s political landscape, balancing reform with entrenched party influences.

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