Today the President of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon has addressed a congratulatory message to the President of Uzbekistan Islam Karimov, which reads, in particular:

“Dear Islam Abduganievich,

The anniversary of the national holiday of the Republic of Uzbekistan gives me a pleasant opportunity to congratulate you and the people of your country on this momentous event.

Tajikistan remains a staunch supporter of the further development of the constructive cooperation between the two countries, based on mutual trust, equality and mutual respect, the age-old traditions of friendship and good neighborliness.

We believe that this interaction will be of use not only for our countries and peoples, but also for the entire region.

On this special day I would like to wish you, dear Islam Abduganievich, good health and further success, and the friendly people of Uzbekistan – peace and prosperity”.