Today, 12th of August 2022, marks the thirtieth anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the Portuguese Republic and the Republic of Uzbekistan. Throughout these three decades, our countries have developed and deepened their relations based on the friendship that unites our societies. We take great pride in the successful integration of over 1.000 Uzbeks in Portugal – the largest community from a Central Asian country, and whose contribution is of paramount importance on a regional and bilateral level.

Today, I appeal to all those who are not indifferent to the fate and future of our dear Motherland; peace and stability in our precious land.

Some mass media and human rights organizations, with reference to unnamed sources, exaggerate various kinds of assumptions and unreliable reports about the events in the city of Nukus of the Republic of Karakalpakstan.