Mend-Ooyo joined a cultural evening organized by Mr. Phillipe Merlin, newly appointed Ambassador of France to Mongolia, at the French Embassy. The Ambassador himself moderated the evening, personally introducing the calligrapher Tamir Samandbadraa and the ethnic orchestra group called Altai to the audience. Also joining the event were several Ambassadors and cultural figures. 

“In today’s world, culture is one of the most important moderators of diplomatic relations, fostering understanding, friendships and unity.” Mend-Ooyo wrote after the event.