To His Excellency, Mr Islom Abduganiyevich Karimov, the president of the Republic of Uzbekistan

Esteemed Mr President,

Please accept my congratulations to the people of Uzbekistan on behalf of the people of America on the occasion of Uzbekistan’s Independence Day - 1 September.

Over the last 16 years, our countries have been working together to overcome old and new challenges. At the moment, we are striving for such partnership which will improve our cooperation in a number of spheres, in particular in fighting terrorism, [promoting] democratic and market reforms, as well as regional economic integration.

The USA confirms its commitment to cooperate in a wide range of issues and firm position in support of Uzbekistan’s full sovereignty and independence.

Yours faithfully,
George Bush, the president of the United States of America.