Protesters and police clash in Mongolia

ULAANBAATAR: Mongolian protesters clashed with police as they tried to storm parliament after thousands gathered to demonstrate against soaring inflation and government corruption.

The protests began in the capital Ulaanbaatar on Sunday, triggered by allegations of government officials profiting from illegal sales of coal to China. Protesters clashed with police on Monday in front of the Government Palace where parliament sits, demanding officials come out.

The broadcaster said the executive committee of the ruling party summoned an emergency meeting on Tuesday.