Uzbekistan, Turkey eye closer ties via magazines

Uzbekistan's embassy in Turkey introduced magazines on July 22 in a bid to boost bilateral ties between the two countries.

The embassy presented “New Uzbekistan” magazine in Turkish and “New Turkey” magazine in the Uzbek language, aiming for them to become a guide for businesspeople for “illuminating” their activities in both countries, Uzbek Ambassador to Turkey Alisher Agzamhadjaev said in a speech at a hotel in the capital, Ankara, Anadolu agency quoted.

Speaking at the ceremony for the launch of the magazines, Turkey's Vice President Fuat Oktay said Uzbekistan has a strategic position with its geopolitical and historical ties while neighboring all states in Central Asia.

Turkey is aware of Uzbekistan’s potential in all areas and is ready to support it in all matters in order to carry it higher, he stated.

Oktay also said the visit of a delegation from Uzbekistan to Turkey would make significant contributions to the development of ties between the "friendly and brotherly" countries.

“I believe that our countries, which are connected by brotherhood and are two important stops on the historical Silk Road, will work together for a more prosperous and peaceful future,” Oktay noted.