TASHKENT – President Ilham Aliyev of Azerbaijan was officially welcomed at the “Kuksaroy” state residence in Tashkent on his state visit to Uzbekistan on August 23. The ceremony marked a significant moment in Azerbaijan-Uzbekistan diplomatic relations, as reported by APA’s correspondent in Tashkent.

According to Azeri-Press News Agency, an honor guard was arranged in honor of President Aliyev, with the national flags of both countries prominently displayed. Uzbekistan’s President Shavkat Mirziyoyev personally welcomed the Azerbaijani leader. The ceremony included the playing of both national anthems and the presentation of the respective national delegations to the heads of state. This event underscores the strong bilateral ties and mutual respect between the two nations.