On 19-21 November, economists and entrepreneurs under 35 from around the world will meet online. More than 40 countries will be connected, with live streaming from Assisi. Some 2,000 people have registered with at least 12 link-ups to 115 countries, four hours a day plus a 24-hour marathon on the second day, and contributions from more than 20 countries.

The meeting with the president of the German Bishops Conference, in all likelihood touched upon the assembly with "deliberative power" convoked by the Germans to address issues such as the separation of power in the Church, priestly life, women's access to ministry and to offices in the Church and sexual morality.

90% of the thousands of protesters are high school students. Two investigations into the supply of ore to China opened. 15 officials under investigation. Official media are silent about the demonstrations and social networks are blocked. Suspicions that an internal struggle within the ruling party may be behind the riots.

Protesters attempted to storm the government building after reports of a corruption case related to coal exports to China. Since the Russian invasion of Ukraine, inflation has exceeded 15%, while border closures have reduced trade with Beijing. The president today proposed the dissolution of parliament.

A new railway line to bring Mongolian coal to Chinese territory opens. Construction work on a new Russian gas pipeline to supply China through Mongolia is due to start in 2024. The United States is also playing its geopolitical game in the region amid rising friction between Beijing and Ulaanbaatar.

The wave began with the invasion of Ukraine. The Mongolians seek friendly neutrality towards Russia; they also send humanitarian aid to the Ukrainians. For many Russian citizens of Asian origin, Mongolia is a fraternal and welcoming country.