At the Ashgabat International Airport, state flags of Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan were raised high and the guard of honor lined up in tribute to the high-ranking guest.

The head of our state was met by Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers – Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov.

Following an official meeting ceremony, the Uzbek delegation left for the Serdar government residence allocated for them. 

 
In accordance with the schedule, major events of the official visit are due October 24, at the end of which a joint declaration by the leaders of two nations as well as a number of other documents are expected to be signed to bolster the multifaceted ties between Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan.