President Serdar Berdimuhamedov, on behalf of the people and Government of Turkmenistan, as well as on his own behalf, sent heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev and the brotherly people of the country on the occasion of the 35th anniversary of the independence of the Republic of Uzbekistan.

"Over the years of sovereign development, the Republic of Uzbekistan has achieved significant success in strengthening statehood, improving the welfare of its people, and enhancing the country's prestige in the international arena," the Head of the Turkmen State highlighted in his message.

Noting with satisfaction the growing dynamics and steady pace of development of Turkmen-Uzbek relations—based on the principles of good-neighborliness, friendship, and mutual support, and characterized by mutual trust, equality, and openness—President Serdar Berdimuhamedov expressed firm confidence that, through joint efforts, the strategic brotherly relations will continue to expand and deepen for the benefit of our peoples.

Taking this pleasant opportunity, the Head of Turkmenistan sincerely wished President Shavkat Mirziyoyev good health, happiness, and well-being, and wished the brotherly people of the Republic of Uzbekistan peace, prosperity, and success.