SUVA, August 10. /Dunyo IA/. The Ambassador of Uzbekistan, with the residence Tokyo, Muhsinkhuja Abdurakhmanov, presented his credentials to the President of Fiji, Ratu Naiqama Tawakecolati Lalabalavu, reports Dunyo IA correspondent.

During the solemn ceremony, an honor guard was formed, the national anthem of Uzbekistan was played, and for the first time in history, the flag of Uzbekistan was raised.

At the meeting held as part of the ceremony, an exchange of views took place regarding the current state of relations between Uzbekistan and Fiji in the political, trade-economic, cultural-humanitarian, educational, and tourism spheres, as well as prospects for cooperation.

The President of Fiji noted that despite the geographical distance between the two countries, they share friendly relations based on mutual respect, constructive dialogue, and common values.

The Head of state emphasized that Uzbekistan is located in an important strategic region, possesses rich natural resources, and has significant human potential. He highly appreciated the constructive and active foreign policy pursued by the head of our state to ensure peace and sustainable development in the region.

It was also noted that the appointment of the Ambassador of Uzbekistan to Fiji, the first in the diplomatic relations between the two countries, is an important historical event for the Fijian side. In this regard, special gratitude was expressed to the President of Uzbekistan for his attention to the development of bilateral and multilateral relations with Fiji.

At the conclusion of the meeting, the President of Fiji conveyed his deep respect and sincere greetings to the Head of our State, as well as his wishes for peace and prosperity to the people of Uzbekistan.

Uzbekistan and Fiji established diplomatic relations on June 16, 2010. On September 27, 2021, Muhsinkhuja Abdurakhmanov presented his credentials to Emperor Naruhito of Japan as the new Ambassador of Uzbekistan.