Mongolia is a state party to the Rome Statute of the ICC since 2002 with the legal obligations that it entails. We have raised our concern about the visit and stated our position of the ICC clearly via our delegation in Mongolia,
The ICC relies on its States Parties and other partners to execute its decisions, including in relation to arrest warrants, ... In case of non-cooperation, ICC judges may make a finding to that effect and inform the Assembly of States Parties of it. It is then for the Assembly to take any measure it deems appropriate.”
The ICC may then decide to refer the case to the Assembly of Parties, which could condemn Mongolia’s violation under a so-called non-compliance procedure. However, there are no serious consequences, such as sanctions, for the offending country,
To shelter a fugitive from international justice would not only amount to obstruction of justice. If Mongolia provides even a temporary safe haven for President Putin, it will effectively become an accomplice in ensuring impunity for some of the most serious crimes under international law.”
Mongolia will most certainly be prosecuted by the International Criminal Court for breaching its duty of cooperation,
President Putin is a fugitive from justice,
It is rather concerning and very disappointing that Mongolia does not intend to honor its obligations under the ICC Statute. It's a major setback for Mongolia itself and for the international rule of law,
I see this more as a continuation of Putin's project of dismantling international norms that already began with the invasion of Ukraine more than 10 years ago,
There is a sense of disappointment in many corners [of the international community] because Mongolia is often seen as a member of the democratic club of countries,
At the same time, there's also acceptance that Mongolia's relationship with Russia is unique in many ways…Because of the Cold War and imperial legacies, Russia still looms large over Mongolia, so there's only so much they can do,
Any trip to an ICC member state that does not end in arrest will encourage President Putin's current course of action and must be seen as part of a strategic effort to undermine the ICC's work,
We hope for cooperation from the competent authorities of Mongolia and hope that the country’s leadership fully understands the importance of adhering to its obligations under international law and eliminating impunity for international crimes,
There are no worries, we have a great dialogue with our friends from Mongolia,