Uzbek President decrees on rewarding World War Two veterans

Tashkent, Uzbekistan (UzDaily.com) -- The President of Uzbekistan Islam Karimov signed on 15 April a decree on rewarding the participants of the World War Two (1941-1945).

The decree was signed in connection with the Day of Memory and Honor, marked on 9 May, and the 64th anniversary of the victory over fascism.

In line with the decree, the war veterans will receive a one-time reward of 120,000 soums. The State Budget will cover related expenses.