The message reads, in particular:
“It is pleasing to see that the strategic partnership and mutually beneficial cooperation between Russia and Uzbekistan are moving forward confidently on the basis of our traditional friendship, trust and mutual respect for each other’s interests.
I am sure that the mutual understanding we share regarding comprehensive development of our bilateral relations will contribute towards further strengthening our cooperation, activating our combined efforts to combat all manifestations of international terrorism and extremism, and reinforcing peace and stability in the Central Asian region.”