ULAN BATOR, Aug. 22 (Xinhua) -- Mongolian President Nambaryn Enkhbayar met with visiting Prince Albert II of Monaco here Friday to discuss issues related to mutual cooperation.

    Following the meeting, the two leaders signed an agreement to boost cooperation in the field of culture and environmental protection.

    Enkhbayar said the Monacan head of state's visit will enhance exchanges between the two nations, which established bilateral relations in May this year.

    Prince Albert, who arrived for a two-day visit Friday, said Monaco hopes to increase cooperation with Mongolia in various fields.