The leaders of Uzbekistan and Turkey exchanged warm greetings on the occasion of Eid al-Fitr

During a telephone conversation on March 30, the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan, Shavkat Mirziyoyev, and the President of the Republic of Turkey, Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, exchanged warm greetings on the occasion of the sacred holiday of Eid al-Fitr for the entire Muslim Ummah. The leaders of both nations expressed their sincere wishes for peace, well-being, and prosperity to the brotherly peoples of Uzbekistan and Turkey.

They discussed current issues related to the further development and strengthening of the Uzbek-Turkish comprehensive strategic partnership.

Both sides expressed deep satisfaction with the ongoing intensive contacts at all levels. Trade turnover and investments are increasing, along with the number of joint projects, enterprises, and the frequency of direct flights.

Special attention was given to the preparation for the upcoming High-Level Strategic Cooperation Council meeting and the planned summit of the Organization of Turkic States.

The importance of productively conducting the upcoming meeting of the Intergovernmental Commission and the joint business forum in Uzbekistan was emphasized, along with the visit of the delegation from the Grand National Assembly of Turkey to participate in the 150th session of the Inter-Parliamentary Union Assembly.

The heads of state also exchanged views on pressing international issues.