Monument in honor of the 50^th anniversary of the State security agency

• D.Baldandorj
• N.Khayankhyarvaa
• S.Givaapil
• E.Gerelchuluun
• Ts.Gombo

1.  "Deputy" painter Ye.Ulziikhutag 2002
2.  Mongolian national painter Amgalan “Presenting a plan to destroy the tyrannical Dambiijantsan to D.Sukhbaatar” oil painting
3.  Painter Do.Bold “portrait of Eldev-Ochir”. Ulaanbaatar 1981.
4.  "Icheend ni" painter Ts.Budbazar 1980.
5.  "Tolbo lake" painter B.Bold 1982.
6.  "At the begining of the new era" painter B.Gombosuren 19806
7.  "Agitator" painter Ye.Ulziikhutag 1983
8.  "Saja Lama was captured" painter B.Purevsukh 1983
9.  "Demand letter" painter Ye.Ulziikhutag 2002

In 2002, commemorating the 80th anniversary of the Intelligence Organization black and white banner /suld/ has been restored and worshiped.

Black and white banner is considered as a symbol of truth and acumen, and is one of the three traditional banners used in mongolian State ceremonies.

The banner is made of horse tail hairs of black and white colors, hence the name.

From 1922 the employees of The State security organization  have been employed  by military order and they began to correspond with armed forces personnel since 1929.

On the basis of the joint order number 25 of 1936 of the State little khural /Baga khural/ and Ministers of the Mongolian People’s Republic an independent rank have been established and since 1944 People’s Army military rank is being used.

The order number 270 /April 9^th 1979/ of the Minister of the Public security set up a unit to establish the museum. The museum was inaugurated in 1983 which publicized the history and activities of the Public security ministry, but in 1997 it was dissolved.

Museum show room. 1983.

The seal of the General Intelligence Agency’s circular profile represents universal embodiment completion, the cosmos, the sun, the moon. This in itself represents the agencies conduct the most accurate policies and pursue the most complete structure to secure our nation state. The circle is blue representing the eternal blue sky.

At the crest of the circle is positioned the sharp sharp-eyed and swift falcon, with the tips of the wings out of the outside the circle and the head between the wings, which has been revered and honored by placing it on banners throughout Mongolian history. This symbolizes the Mongolian history of sate governance and the historical tradition of intelligence activity while embodying the essential characteristics /gather intelligence from covert and overt sources, conduct comprehensive analysis and secure it/ and prowess of an intelligence service.

Within the inner circle is the compass rose representing the four cardinal directions and their intermediate points with crystalline (arrow) shapes symbolizing the General Intelligence Agency conducts constant activities in all spaces and directions. The compass rose is set behind a shield symbolizing agencies use of covert and overt tactics and means.

A Mongol warrior shield, adorned with a “Soyombo” as a sign of respect to the state. Encircling the compass rose the inscription “General Intelligence Agency”.

The seal has only blue and yellow gold colors, which signifies the General Intelligence Agency’s unwavering allegiance bestowed by the state.

The seal of the Genera Intelligence Agency’s circular profile represents universal embodiment completion, the cosmos, the sun, the moon. This in itself represents the agencies conduct the most accurate policies and pursue the most complete structure to secure our nation state. The circle is blue representing the eternal blue sky.

At the crest of the circle is positioned the sharp sharp-eyed and swift falcon, with the tips of the wings out of the outside the circle and the head between the wings, which has been revered and honored by placing it on banners throughout Mongolian history. This symbolizes the Mongolian history of sate governance and the historical tradition of intelligence activity while embodying the essential characteristics /gather intelligence from covert and overt

sources, conduct comprehensive analysis and secure it/ and prowess of an intelligence service.

Within the inner circle is the compass rose representing the four cardinal directions and their intermediate points with crystalline (arrow) shapes symbolizing the General Intelligence Agency conducts constant activities in all spaces and directions. The compass rose is set behind a shield symbolizing agencies use of covert and overt tactics and means.

A Mongol warrior shield, adorned with a “Soyombo” as a sign of respect to the state. Encircling the compass rose the inscription “General Intelligence Agency”.

The seal has only blue and yellow gold colors, which signifies the General Intelligence Agency's unwavering allegiance bestowed by the state.

Gathering strategic intelligence was an integral part of the Mongol Empire. During Chinggis Khaan’s rule Shikhikhutag was responsible for the legal proceedings and coordinating intelligence collection within the Empire. The great Khaan commanded him to be the “the eyes and ears” his empire. As such, the GIA holds him in high esteem as one of the great progenitors of our intelligence service.   

According to Secret History of the Mongols, Shikhikhutag was a son of a Tartar nobleman. As a child, he was lost during a skirmish between the Mongols and the Tartars in the early 1190s and was discovered by Genghis Khaan's men later he was brought to the khaan's mother, Hoelun, and was adopted by her as a son.

Shikhikhutag was well-versed in legal affairs and contributed greatly to the Mongolian legal code of Yassa during the early years of the Mongol Empire. He was appointed by Genghis Khan as a judge in 1206 and helped to keep a record of legislations and criminal affairs as part of his duties.

 He died in 1250

In the midst of the mid-1980s, the crisis of the socialist system intensified and the  revolutionary democratic transformation, which began in the USSR, was directly impacting Mongolia.

The order No.191 of the Council of Ministers abolished the Ministry of Public Security and by unifying General Agency of State Security with Border Defense Agency established General State Security Agency.

At that time, the activities of the State Security Agency were not legalized, the social opposition dominated, the structure of the Agency was reduced, tens of employees were transferred to the police, men and women employed over 20 and 15 years had to leave for military retirement, many employees were left without a job and the financial situation was also severe. These events led to the disruption of the continuity and tradition of the special services, left the organization’s capacity weakened and its employees to lose faith.

Particular attention has been given to the creation of a legal environment for the Agency. Its operations based on a strong commitment to protect the vital interests of the country, the democratic government and the transition to the market economy, democracy and human rights principles.

In 1993, the Border Defense Agency was removed from the General State Security Agency.

In 2000, the State Security Agency changed its name to General Intelligence Agency as a result of the adoption of the Law on Intelligence in 1999.

The Mongolian People’s Republic became a member of the United Nations in October 1961. Its independence and sovereignty were confirmed. 

By a secret order No.170/160 of the joint meeting of the Council of Ministers and Central Committee of the Politburo of the Mongolian People's Revolutionary Party (MPRP) in 1959 the Ministry of Defense and State Security became Ministry of People’s Military Affairs, Ministry of Public Security. The structure of the Ministry of Public Security included General Agency of State Security, State Police, General Division of Corrections, Special Defense Battalion and Border inspection units. Continuing with some of the initiatives, such as strengthening its power and refining its organizational arrangement, decisions were made to make changes in central, local structures and staff.

Considering the security of its country and international situation, the First division of the General Agency of State security became the First Department tasked with foreign intelligence by the order No.28 of the Central Committee of the Politburo of the Mongolian People's Revolutionary Party in 1969.

The Central Committee of the Politburo of the Mongolian People's Revolutionary Party enacted orders such as “measures to strengthen the Agency’s personnel” in 1982, “measures to improve the organizational structure of the Ministry of Public Security” in 1988.

Order No.1 of the Minister of Public Security  in  1982 was an important one. First ever in history, it regulated in detail the activities of the Agency with duties related to foreign intelligence, counter intelligence, investigation, analysis and information. The organization's direction and organizational structure was expanded from 1982 to 1985, but reduced in 1987-1990.

By the order No.161 of July 5, 1955  Central Committee of the Politburo of the Mongolian People's Revolutionary Party (MPRP) formed Authority for State Security Matters by unifying the Defense and Interior Ministry.

The structure and staff was reduced to 8 divisions, 2 units and a commandment. The staff positions of the provincial divisions have had significant reduction and its employees were disbanded. The activities of Special Commission under the Ministry of Internal Affairs were considered violating the Constitution, thus it was dissolved in 1955.

On October 19, 1957, by the order No.729 of the Conference of Secretariats activities of the Ministry of Defense and State security were examined by a group of examiners led by the Deputy Minister of State Inspection J.Jamiyan. As a result, a downsizing  was made in June 1958, reducing the number of the staff in provincial units.

By the order No.15 of Council of Ministers and State Little Khural in 1936 the General Directorate for Internal Security was expanded to Ministry of Internal Affairs in  connection with the rise in provocation against the eastern border of Mongolia.

The General Authority for State Security Matters Under the Ministry of Internal Affairs has failed to prolong some of the accomplishments of intelligence work, and has been indrawn to repression such as mass arrest and detention of its citizens. As a result from 1937 to 1939, the intelligence organization became the main instrument of repression and was fully under the supervision of Soviet educators.

Despite the deviation from its core functions, it was able to take part in the victory of the Khalkhin Gol battle. During the World War II, the organization expanded its activities and performed its duties such as studying military preparations of the Japanese forces against the Mongolian People’s Republic, uncovering and intercepting foreign intelligence activities, illegal border crossings and provocations.

At the 21st meeting of the Council of Ministers in 1933, by renewing the regulations of the ISD, the Directorate was renamed to General Department of Internal Security and obtained a status as a Ministry under the Council of Ministers. The Head of the General Department of Internal Security was appointed by the State Little Khural, as well as its Deputies. In addition, the prosecutor's oversight in investigations was carried out and the Directorate’s employees became officers.

General Department of Internal Security shall protect the sovereignty of the country, its territorial integrity, obtain intelligence on neighboring countries policies and activities against our country, uncover and impede activities of foreign intelligence spies and agents, as well as conspiracies against the State, direct the activities of foreign and counter intelligence.

The General Department of Internal Security was transformed into an organ of the political party and the authority of the Soviet educators and advisors led to the organization's involvement in the repression of public officials, civilians and lamas.

In 1922, the Department of Internal Security was established under the General Military Council of Mongolia. 

In 1924, the Internal Security Department was transferred under the Government of Mongolia, and in 1926 the Foreign Intelligence Unit was established, strengthening its rights and duties. Hence, the basis for the unified management and system of intelligence in Mongolia was formed.

In 1932, Police and Border protection braches were transferred under the ISD.  

     The General Intelligence Agency is a service with a special duty of ensuring the security of our country and its people. I congratulate all the staff of GIA and wish success to them.

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I am confident that the patriotic and ethical staff of the General Intelligence Agency are able to honorably fulfill their duties bestowed on them by state policy and legislation, which are ensuring the national security, and protecting the independence and sovereignty of our country. Every agent of this organization must strictly abide by state laws, be truthful to his/her oath given to the state and its people. Their information must be truthful and valuable. Their actions must be honest and professional.

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I wish all the best to the staff of the General Intelligence Agency of Mongolia of all generations. The GIA is the eyes, ears, and the brains of Mongolia’s security.

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As long as Mongolia exists, Mongolia’s agency for protecting its security will surely exist eternally. I sincerely wish success to your sacred and honorable duty of protecting the Constitutional establishment of our country.

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To the General Intelligence Agency of Mongolia

To the General Intelligence Agency of Mongolia

Honor your people and strive to establish a peaceful statehood

Preserve your merciful state and strive to protect your people

Never neglect for Mongolia and work tirelessly for the people

Be the eyes of the Mongolian state

And support for your people

Spread the greatness of our ancestors

Never lose faith of the people

Ulaanbaatar city, State palace, 22 May 2019

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The portraits of all the Directors of Mongolian intelligence organizations, starting from the Internal Protection Directorate of 1923 to the current-day General Intelligence Agency, have been painted and respectfully displayed in the halls of the Agency.

The pieces were done by State Honored Artist N.Orkhon, State Honored Artist of Republic of Buryatia RF B.Dashnyam, UMA Prized Artist N.Orsoo and B.Nasantsengel, Merited Workers Culture N.Ochirkhuyag, B.Gantulga, G.Munkhtsetseg and Ts.Batjargal.

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