Tashkent, Uzbekistan (UzDaily.com) — On 18 March, President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev and President of the Republic of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon held a telephone conversation.

During the discussion, the two leaders warmly exchanged congratulations on the upcoming Navruz holiday, extending wishes of health, prosperity, and success to one another, as well as peace and well-being to the fraternal peoples of both countries.

Particular attention was given to the practical implementation of previously reached high-level agreements and commitments.

The presidents emphasized the importance of maintaining an active political dialogue, advancing joint projects in priority economic sectors, and expanding cultural, humanitarian, and interregional cooperation.

Additionally, they discussed preparations for the upcoming trilateral meeting set to take place in Tajikistan at the end of March, as well as the "Central Asia Plus" summits scheduled to be held in Uzbekistan in April-May of this year.