Islam Karimov hands over Amir Temur order to Termez

As reported earlier, President of Uzbekistan Islam Karimov signed a decree “On awarding Termez city with Amir Temur order” on 22 August 2014.

Islam Karimov said that tens of schools, lyceums and colleges, art and sport schools, modern building of Termez State University were built in Surkhandarya region, which helped to improve outlook of the region.

It was noted that great work was conducted to preserve ancient and unique culture, traditions and customs of Surkhandarya people, unique intangible heritage.

Uzbek leader said that Termez State Archeology Museum, only in Central Asia, was created in the region and 1000th anniversary of Alpomish and 2,500th anniversary of Termez city were celebrated in Uzbekistan.

Speaking at the ceremony, Uzbek President also talked about peace and security in the Central Asian region.

Islam Karimov said that war in Afghanistan, which last for 35 years, threats to peace and stability of the Central Asian region. He once again recalled that conflict in Afghanistan cannot be solved with military forces.

He said that position of Uzbekistan is clear. Uzbekistan does not interfere to internal affairs of neighboring state and develops relations in principle of mutual respect and cooperation with the Government, which is elected by the Afghan people.