President Shavkat Mirziyoyev Congratulates President Ilham Aliyev on His Birthday

Tashkent, The Gulf Observer: President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev made a phone call to Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev on Tuesday to extend warm congratulations on the occasion of his birthday, wishing him continued success in his presidential duties and good health.

President Ilham Aliyev expressed his gratitude for the kind attention and heartfelt congratulations from his Uzbek counterpart.

During the conversation, the two leaders reflected on the robust development of bilateral relations, highlighting the importance of high-level reciprocal visits and regular engagements. They noted the significant impact of President Ilham Aliyev’s state visit to Uzbekistan earlier this year, which culminated in the signing of the Treaty on Allied Relations, marking a historic milestone in Azerbaijan-Uzbekistan ties.

President Mirziyoyev also congratulated Azerbaijan on the successful hosting of COP29, commending the event as a testament to Azerbaijan’s growing international prestige. President Aliyev, in turn, expressed his appreciation for Uzbekistan’s active participation in the global conference.

The two leaders reiterated their commitment to further strengthening the friendly and brotherly relations between their nations. They expressed optimism about the continued success of their partnership across various fields and exchanged views on future cooperation, upcoming engagements, and issues of mutual interest.

This cordial exchange underscores the deepening alliance and mutual respect between Uzbekistan and Azerbaijan, setting the stage for even closer collaboration in the years ahead.