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President of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov congratulated the head of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev on his birthday and the achievement of the 63rd anniversary-the age of the Prophet Muhammad. This is reported by the state news Agency of Turkmenistan.

Noting the importance of this significant date in the life of every Muslim, the head of state wished Shavkat Mirziyoyev good health, happiness, and new success in all his endeavors and aspirations for the benefit of the people of Uzbekistan.

During the telephone conversation, Presidents Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov and Shavkat Mirziyoyev also exchanged views on a number of aspects of world issues.

So, referring to the global problem of our time - a new type of coronavirus pandemic that has a negative impact on international economic relations, the two heads of state noted the need to develop a coordinated approach to fighting the spread of this dangerous disease, as well as regular sanitary and quarantine measures.

Special attention was focused on the General problem of the Aral Sea, the drying of which had a negative impact on the climate, ecology, and health of people living in the Aral Sea region and far beyond.

The President of Turkmenistan noted that natural factors can contribute to the transfer of various infections over long distances by dusty air flows formed in the Aral Sea zone.

Supporting this opinion, Shavkat Mirziyoyev spoke about the steps being taken in Uzbekistan, in particular, the planting of saxaul at the bottom of the dried-up Aral Sea.

Turkmenistan is also implementing a set of targeted measures. In particular, active work is being carried out in the Dashoguz velayat, where a special forest protection strip has been planted, which serves as a kind of filter for dusty winds coming from the Aral Sea.

In conclusion, the head of Turkmenistan once again congratulated his colleague on his birthday, wished him good health and further success in responsible state activities, and wished the fraternal people of Uzbekistan well – being, prosperity and peace.