Baku: Shavkat Mirziyoyev, President of the Republic of Uzbekistan, extended his heartfelt congratulations to His Excellency and the people of Azerbaijan on the occasion of their national holiday, Independence Day. President Mirziyoyev praised Azerbaijan's successful transformations and reforms under its wise leadership, highlighting improvements in living standards and ongoing development projects across the regions.

According to Azerbaijan State News Agency, President Mirziyoyev acknowledged Azerbaijan's growing international stature, exemplified by the successful organization of the 13th Session of the World Urban Forum in Baku. The forum showcased Azerbaijan's enhanced authority and position on the global stage. He expressed satisfaction with the burgeoning cooperation between Uzbekistan and Azerbaijan in various sectors, emphasizing the elevation of their strategic partnership in recent years.

President Mirziyoyev conveyed confidence in the strengthening of ties through the full implementation of agreements reached during regular meetings and dialogues. He extended his best wishes to Ilham Heydar oglu, wishing him health, happiness, and success in his state activities, while also wishing prosperity and progress for the people of Azerbaijan.