"Felt as though you brought India itself to life here": PM Modi lauds Uzbekistan's warmth, elevates ties to Comprehensive Strategic Partnership
Aug 30, 2026
"In two days, you will mark the 35th anniversary of your Independence Day. I extend my advance congratulations and best wishes to you and the people of Uzbekistan on this occasion. It is a happy coincidence that this year we are also celebrating the 15th anniversary of our strategic partnership. I am delighted that, on this special occasion, we are elevating our ties to the level of a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. We will move forward by setting concrete goals within this framework," PM Modi said.