The Head of the state noted with particular satisfaction the dynamic development of Uzbekistan – Tajikistan friendship and good-neighborliness in recent years.

It was emphasized that thanks to the political will of the leaders of the two fraternal countries, a qualitative breakthrough was achieved in promoting multifaceted cooperation and in the level of strategic partnership between Uzbekistan and Tajikistan.

The Mayor of Dushanbe, Rustam Emomali, expressing deep appreciation for the reception, conveyed sincere greetings and best wishes on behalf of the President of the Republic of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon.

Practical aspects of expanding mutually beneficial cooperation between the capitals of the two countries – Tashkent and Dushanbe were discussed at the meeting.

Important attention was paid to issues of establishment of a regular dialogue in such areas as the exchange of experience in urban management and infrastructure development, implementation of joint cooperation projects and cultural-humanitarian cooperation programs based on the roadmap.