(C) U.S. State Dept This story was originally published by U.S. State Dept and is unaltered. . . . . . . . . . . Secretary Blinken’s Meeting with Uzbekistani President Mirziyoyev [1] [] Date: 2023-03 The below is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken met with Uzbekistani President Shavkat Mirziyoyev today in Tashkent, Uzbekistan. Secretary Blinken reiterated the United States’ support for Uzbekistan’s sovereignty, independence, and territorial integrity. Secretary Blinken commended President Mirziyoyev for Uzbekistan’s regional leadership, especially through engaging in the C5+1 diplomatic format, increasing regional connectivity, and advocating for respect for the rights of girls and women in Afghanistan. The two leaders discussed Uzbekistan’s reform agenda, including the importance of women’s empowerment and media freedom. Secretary Blinken underscored the United States’ commitment to support Uzbekistan’s economic growth. [END] --- [1] Url: https://www.state.gov/secretary-blinkens-meeting-with-uzbekistani-president-mirziyoyev/ Published and (C) by U.S. State Dept Content appears here under this condition or license: Public Domain. via Magical.Fish Gopher News Feeds: gopher://magical.fish/1/feeds/news/usstate/