OREANDA-NEWS  Russian President Vladimir Putin has sent a telegram of birthday greetings to Uzbek leader Shavkat Mirziyoyev. The text of the appeal is published on the Kremlin's official website.

"I sincerely value our kind, friendly relations. And, of course, I will be glad to continue constructive dialogue and close joint work on topical issues of the bilateral, regional and international agenda," Putin addressed Mirziyoyev.

He wished the President of Uzbekistan good health, happiness, prosperity, as well as new achievements for the benefit of the people.

Earlier, President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev proposed creating a new association during a speech at the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum. According to him, the Eurasian belt of technological industrialization will allow creating full-cycle production chains in the region.