ТАSHKENT, October 7. /Dunyo IA/.   Today, President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev held a telephone conversation with President of the Russian Federation Vladimir Putin, reports Dunyo IA correspondent.

According to the press service of the Head of our State, President of Uzbekistan warmly congratulated Russian President on his birthday, sincerely wishing him good health, well-being and continued success, as well as prosperity to the friendly people of Russia.

Leader of Uzbekistan emphasized Vladimir Putin’s historic role in the development of modern Russia and his personal contribution to strengthening the comprehensive strategic partnership and alliance between Uzbekistan and Russia.

Dynamic development of cooperation across all areas was noted with satisfaction. Mutual trade and the scale of cooperation between leading enterprises in industry, energy and other priority sectors continue to grow steadily.

The sides welcomed the fruitful outcomes of the regular meeting of the Intergovernmental Commission and the third Council of Regions, held the previous day in Fergana.

Cultural and humanitarian exchanges continue to expand. The Russian art festival “World of Arts” was successfully held in Uzbekistan, while the Days of Culture of Uzbekistan are currently taking place in Moscow.

Leaders also exchanged views on key issues on the international and regional agenda and discussed the schedule of upcoming events.

Photo from the archive of the Press Service of the President of Uzbekistan