The President of Uzbekistan held a telephone conversation with the President of Turkey

On February 26, President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev had a telephone conversation with President of the Republic of Turkey Recep Tayyip Erdogan.

The Head of our state warmly congratulated the Turkish leader on his birthday, sincerely wishing him health and great success, as well as peace and prosperity to the fraternal Turkish people. The personal contribution of President Recep Erdogan to achieving the modern high level of Uzbek-Turkish relations of comprehensive strategic partnership and multifaceted cooperation was particularly noted.

The President of Uzbekistan once again expressed words of support and confirmed readiness to provide the necessary assistance in overcoming the consequences of the devastating earthquakes that occurred in the southeastern provinces of Turkey.

In turn, the Turkish President expressed deep gratitude to the President and the fraternal people of Uzbekistan for their support during the most difficult period. Thanks to the activities of rescuers and medical workers, the lives of dozens of people were saved, qualified assistance was provided to thousands of residents of Hatay province. In addition, representatives of culture and art, intellectuals and the public of Uzbekistan provided great moral support.

During the conversation, topical issues of bilateral cooperation were discussed. The importance of unconditional implementation of the agreements of the summit held in November 2022 in the city of Samarkand was emphasized.

The schedule of upcoming meetings was reviewed, including preparations for the next meeting of the Uzbek-Turkish Strategic Partnership Council and the events of the informal summit of the Organization of Turkic States.

The telephone conversation between the Presidents of Uzbekistan and Turkey took place in a traditionally open, trusting and friendly atmosphere.