New Delhi, April 1 -- Mongolia has named its third prime minister in nine months as the ruling party tries to overcome internal power struggles at a time of mounting economic pressures and political infighting at home.

The hope is that Uchral Nyam-Osor can manage the divisions in the Mongolian People's Party that toppled his two predecessors and brought him to power. He called for unity after parliament confirmed his appointment Monday night.

"As others unite to confront crises, we cannot afford political infighting that weakens our economy," he told lawmakers.

Who is the new prime minister?

Uchral was elected as leader of the Mongolian People's Party and speaker of the parliament last November. Before entering politics, he was a popu...