Polit.Uz

Congressman Eni Faleomavaega, the Co-Chairman of the Central Asia Caucus in the U.S. House of Representatives, issued an official statement on the occasion of twentieth anniversary of establishment of diplomatic relations between Uzbekistan and the United States.

In his statement Eni Faleomavaega noted that Uzbekistan has faced many challenges in the early years of independence, in spite of that the country was able to restore its historical heritage and national identity and is now proudly striding towards democracy.

The Information Agency “Jahon” quoted the US Congressman as saying that the cooperation between Uzbekistan and the United States “in the field of regional security, fight against transnational threats, and deepening political and economic consultations” has reached a very high level.

He noted that “the United States are especially grateful to Uzbekistan for its assistance to Afghanistan. The congressman stressed that United States of America sincerely appreciates Uzbekistan’s contribution to the process of rebuilding Afghanistan through construction of railways and bridges, supply of electricity at a reduced price and others.”