Col. Khulan Gerelt

Border Protection Service of Mongolia
Institute for Border Studies, Mongolia

Dr. Associate Professor, and Colonel Khulan Gerelt serves as the Deputy Director of the Border Studies Institute at the General Authority for Border Protection of Mongolia. She is also a member of the Professorial Team on Border Studies and the Master’s Thesis Defense Committee at the University of Internal Affairs of Mongolia.
Her work focuses on border security, border checkpoint operations, human trafficking, sectoral risks, human security, and the strategic policy development of border studies based on scientific research. She actively participates in projects, working groups, and various national initiatives related to these fields.
Drawing on theories of human security and international research experience, she has conducted detailed analyses of the factors affecting human security at Mongolia’s border checkpoints, exploring the current challenges and possible solutions to improve safety and efficiency.
In addition to her academic and research activities, Dr. Khulan has worked with border military units, training institutions, and research organizations. She has also served as a member of the Council of Scholars under Mongolia’s State Emergency Commission, and as part of the sub-councils on Border Checkpoint Security and the Prevention and Combat of Human Trafficking within the Border Protection Agency.

Sessions

Border Management Challenges: Irregular Migration and Fluid Border Environments
Border management challenges are increasingly influenced by irregular migration trends driven by economic instability, armed conflict, environmental changes, and social unrest. Conflicts in regions such as the Middle East, Africa, and parts of Central America have led to persistent refugee crises, prompting many individuals to seek asylum in neighbouring countries or distant nations. Additionally, the rise in irregular migration has exacerbated vulnerabilities, making individuals more susceptible to human trafficking and exploitation. Climate change further complicates these dynamics, as extreme weather events, rising sea levels, and resource scarcity displace communities and disrupt livelihoods. Considering these complex and fluid border environments, governments worldwide must urgently enhance their understanding of the multifaceted issues associated with irregular migration and trafficking. This includes the development of comprehensive policies that effectively balance humanitarian needs with national security concerns.