On December 28, 2023, a telephone conversation took place between the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov and the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev.

At the beginning of the conversation, the Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty and the President of Uzbekistan congratulated each other on the upcoming New Year, wishing the people of the two countries peace, happiness, prosperity and prosperity.

Taking this opportunity, the Uzbek leader also conveyed greetings and best wishes to President Serdar Berdimuhamedov.

During the conversation, the National Leader of the Turkmen people noted that each of their meetings or negotiations are, first of all, high symbols of good neighborliness, friendship and brotherhood of the Turkmen and Uzbek peoples.

As emphasized, the main impetus for the development of bilateral relations is the open, constructive and friendly political dialogue that has developed over many years at the highest state level. It is during regular contacts between the leaders of the two countries that the most significant issues related to the further strengthening of the Turkmen-Uzbek strategic partnership are considered.

One of the important topics of discussion was the Great Silk Road, which in the past passed through the territories of our countries, connecting Asia and Europe for centuries. Being in its center, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan are today doing a lot to revive this historical route and use its enormous potential in modern conditions. In this regard, the readiness of both countries to intensify strategic partnership in the field of transport and energy was indicated.

The Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan, noting that the past year was full of important events in Turkmen-Uzbek relations, expressed confidence that in 2024 the high dynamics of bilateral political and diplomatic interaction will be maintained, and successful trade, economic, cultural and humanitarian cooperation will continue.

At the end of the telephone conversation, the sides wished each other good health and great success in responsible government activities.