"I would like to congratulate all our brothers in Uzbekistan on the country's development, the strengthening of its potential, and the great achievements made both in the socio-economic sphere and on the international stage,"

Operativ Media reports that President Ilham Aliyev made these remarks at the 3rd meeting of the Azerbaijan-Uzbekistan Supreme Interstate Council.

“Today Uzbekistan is a state with great international authority,” the head of state said, emphasizing that this is the achievement of President Shavkat Mirziyoyev. He added: "You work tirelessly and dedicate immense effort to developing the country, strengthening its potential, and enhancing Uzbekistan's role in the international arena.”