WASHINGTON, October 2. /Dunyo IA/. A Resolution Honouring 35 years of Independence for the countries of Central Asia and recognizing the importance of the United States’ growing relationship with Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan was introduced and approved in the U.S. Senate, reports Dunyo IA correspondent.

Document notes that the Kyrgyz Republic formally declared its national independence on August 31^st, 1991; whereas the Republic of Uzbekistan officially declared its national independence on September 1^st, 1991; whereas the Republic of Tajikistan officially proclaimed its national independence on September 9^th, 1991; whereas Turkmenistan formally marked its transition to an independent state on September 27^th, 1991 and whereas the Republic of Kazakhstan officially declared its national independence on December 16^th, 1991.

Whereas Resolution emphasizes that United States relations with Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan have been steadily growing on a bilateral basis and through forums such as the “C5+1”.

It is noted that those countries have been critical partners in countering transnational threats, including terrorism, illicit trafficking and regional instability.

Document also states that Central Asia and the Caucasus serve as a vital geopolitical bridge connecting East and West, facilitating critical global trade, energy security and digital connectivity via corridors such as the Middle Corridor.

Resolution notes that ongoing governance reforms, anti-corruption initiatives and economic modernization within those countries strengthen their long-term resilience and institutional independence.

According to the document, United States seeks to foster resilient, independent economic ecosystems in Central Asia to enhance market access, private investment and supply chain security.

It is also emphasized that deepening educational, cultural and professional exchanges between the United States and the peoples of Central Asia promotes mutual understanding and shared prosperity.

Accordingly, Resolution states that the Senate congratulates the countries of Central Asia on 35 years of Independence and affirms the strategic importance of the United States relationship with Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan.

Senate also fully supports the inherent right of all countries to determine their own foreign policy, security arrangements and economic alliances without external coercion and affirms that the Independence, sovereignty and territorial integrity of the countries of Central Asia are foundational to the peace, security and balance of power across Eurasia.