Tashkent, Uzbekistan (UzDaily.com) — The Ambassador of Uzbekistan, Saidikram Niyazkhodjaev, is concluding his diplomatic mission in Kazakhstan.

Kazakhstan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Murat Nurtleu, met with Ambassador Niyazkhodjaev. Nurtleu emphasized that, thanks to the political will of the Presidents of Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan, bilateral relations have reached the level of strategic partnership and alliance.

He also highlighted the significance of the historic state visit of Uzbekistan’s President Shavkat Mirziyoyev to Astana on 7-8 August 2024, which has been crucial for the further development of bilateral cooperation.

The President of Kazakhstan signed a decree awarding Ambassador Saidikram Niyazkhodjaev the state honor "Dostyk" II degree for his significant contribution to strengthening bilateral relations. The award was presented by Murat Nurtleu, who wished the Ambassador continued success in his professional endeavors.

Saidikram Niyazkhodjaev expressed his gratitude for the high recognition of his work and expressed confidence in the continued successful development of Kazakh-Uzbek relations in the spirit of friendship, brotherhood, and good neighborliness.