On behalf of the people and Government of Turkmenistan, as well as on his own behalf, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov sent heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev and the fraternal people of the country on the occasion of the 35^th anniversary of the independence of the Republic of Uzbekistan.

«Over the years of sovereign development, the Republic of Uzbekistan has achieved significant success in strengthening its statehood, improving the well-being of its people, and enhancing the country's authority on the international stage», – the head of the Turkmen state emphasised in his address.

Noting with satisfaction the growing momentum and progressive pace of development of Turkmen-Uzbek relations, based on the principles of good-neighbourliness, friendship, and mutual support, characterised by mutual trust, equality, and openness, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov expressed his firm confidence that, through joint efforts, these fraternal, strategic relations will continue to expand and deepen for the benefit of our peoples.

Taking advantage of this pleasant opportunity, the head of Turkmenistan sincerely wished President Shavkat Mirziyoyev good health, happiness, and well-being, and the fraternal people of the Republic of Uzbekistan peace, prosperity, and success.