Tashkent, Uzbekistan (UzDaily.com) -- On 23 February 2021, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Uzbekistan Abdulaziz Kamilov, who arrived in Kabul on a working visit, was received by the President of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan, Ashraf Ghani.

The Minister conveyed the message of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev to the President of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan Ashraf Ghani.

During the conversation, the state and prospects of the Uzbek-Afghan multifaceted relations were discussed.

The sides noted with satisfaction the current high level of bilateral cooperation and emphasized their mutual commitment to further deepening close cooperation in all areas of mutual interest.

On behalf of the brotherly people of Afghanistan, President Ashraf Ghani expressed sincere gratitude to President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev for the all-round support in ensuring peace and stability in Afghan soil, and restoring the country’s economy.

The importance of inter-Afghan political negotiations for establishing long-term peace and ensuring security in the country was emphasized.

Other issues on the bilateral agenda were also considered at the talks.