Baku: President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev and President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev held a telephone conversation on March 19, APA reports. The discussion included mutual congratulations on the upcoming holy Ramadan and Novruz holidays, with President Mirziyoyev extending his warmest wishes to the Azerbaijani people.
According to Azeri-Press News Agency, President Ilham Aliyev reciprocated the gesture by conveying his congratulations to Shavkat Mirziyoyev and the people of Uzbekistan, wishing them continued prosperity and well-being. The conversation highlighted the strategic allied relations between Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan, with both leaders commending the ongoing development of ties across various sectors.
The dialogue also addressed concerns regarding the situation in the Middle East. Both presidents emphasized the necessity of resolving existing tensions through political and diplomatic channels. Additionally, they exchanged views on mutual interests and discussed plans for future engagements.