"During the years of independence, Uzbekistan became a full member of international community, holding its righteous place in the system of international relations and confidently going forward on the path of complex national reforms aimed at strengthening political, social and economic stability in the republic," says the congratulatory telegram.

Kurmanbek Bakiyev expresses his assurance that "Islom Karimov’s strength, energy and great experience in political and administrative activity will contribute to the development of neighbourly relations and strengthening of ties between Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan".