Uzbekistan issues series of postage stamps to commemorate 25th anniversary of independence

Posted on July 20, 2016 
Greetings from Singapore

Director of the International Centre for Policy Studies at the School of International Studies named after S.Radjaratnama (Singapore), Professor Rohan Gunaratna via channels of Jahon Information Agency directed his sincere congratulations to Uzbek people on the occasion of 25th anniversary of Uzbekistan’s independence.
“Having become a sovereign in 1991, your Republic has chosen its own path of development, taking into account the centuries-old customs, traditions and aspirations of the people, as well as global best practices, R.Gunaratna said. – Over the past few years we have been consistently implemented systemic reforms in socio-political, socio-economic and other fields. Their results are now evident in effective political system created in Uzbekistan, modern market economy, constantly increasing level of welfare of population. Moreover, positive changes are felt in the life of every citizen – I was convinced of this personally in the course of my numerous trips to the republic. In general, in comparison with many countries of Asia, Uzbekistan has achieved great success, herewith ensuring peace and tranquility in the country.
Republic acquired great authority in the world arena, establishing equal and mutually beneficial relations with many countries and international organizations. Uzbekistan is an effective factor in ensuring stability and security in Central Asia, plays an important role in the reconstruction of Afghanistan. Tashkent’s success during chairmanship in Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) in 2015-2016 is highly commendable. Efforts undertaken on its initiative have contributed to the development of SCO, consolidation of an atmosphere of mutual trust and respect in it.
On the occasion of anniversary I want to wish the people of the friendly country to achieve new successes and high goals. I am sure that Uzbekistan will continue to be a driving force for progress in the entire region of Central Asia”.