The President of Uzbekistan warmly congratulated the Leader of Türkiye on his birthday, sincerely wishing him good health and great success, as well as peace and prosperity to the fraternal Turkish people. The personal contribution of President Recep Tayyip Erdogan in achieving the current high level of comprehensive strategic partnership and multifaceted cooperation between Uzbekistan and Türkiye was emphasized.

The President of Uzbekistan once again expressed support and confirmed his readiness to provide the necessary assistance in overcoming the consequences of the devastating earthquakes that occurred in the southeastern provinces of Türkiye.

In turn, the President of Türkiye expressed profound gratitude to the President and the fraternal people of Uzbekistan for their support in the most difficult period. Thanks to rescuers and medical workers, the lives of dozens of people have been saved, and qualified assistance has been provided to thousands of residents of Hatay province. In addition, great moral support was provided by representatives of culture and art, the intelligentsia and the public of Uzbekistan.

During the talks, current issues of bilateral cooperation were discussed. The importance of the unconditional implementation of the agreements of the high-level meeting held in November 2022 in the city of Samarkand was emphasized.

The schedule of the upcoming meetings was considered, including preparations for the next meeting of the Uzbekistan – Türkiye Strategic Partnership Council and the events of the informal summit of the Organization of Turkic States.

The telephone conversation between the Presidents of Uzbekistan and Türkiye took place in a traditionally open, trusting and friendly atmosphere.