The Embassy of the Republic of Uzbekistan in the U.S. and Canada

04/10/2021

Ambassador of Uzbekistan to the USA and Canada Javlon Vakhabov

Excellent conversation with Katrina Fotovat, Sr. Official at the Department of State: Office of Global Women's Issues, and her team today at The Embassy of the Republic of Uzbekistan in the U.S. and Canada. Explored new avenues for #Uzbekistan – the U.S. cooperation collaborating together with recently established The White House Gender Policy Council. Suggested to revitalize previously postponed #Uzbekistan-#Afghanistan-the U.S. Trilateral Forum of Female Business Leaders. Despite big accomplishments towards ensuring gender equality and women empowerment done by Gov.uz, #American best practices and expertise are in high demand.

04/09/2021

Ambassador of Uzbekistan to the USA and Canada Javlon Vakhabov

Had a comprehensive exchange of ideas on #Uzbekistan - the U.S. relations and perspectives in short and medium runs with Ambassador Stephen Sestanovich, the fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations. What an amazing coincidence meeting him at the CFR’s centennial. Have been subscribing it’s Foreign Affairs, one of the U.S.’s most influential foreign policy magazines, since mid-2000s.

04/09/2021

Today is 685th birthday of #Tamerlane who in three decades united huge territories from #China to #Europe, from #AralSea to #ArabSea, all ruled from #Samarkand. But, the biggest footprint he left is the medieval enlightenment laying the foundation for the #Timurid #Renaissance.

04/06/2021

Visit to Uzbekistan

Spring (especially April - May) is the best time to visit Uzbekistan. The warm and dry weather (68°-85°F) allows #enjoying the heat without it being uncomfortably hot. Most places are really quiet, which means you can capture some brilliant photos of #Uzbekistan’s impressive architecture.

04/06/2021

Ambassador of Uzbekistan to the USA and Canada Javlon Vakhabov

Recently I have had a pre-departure discussion with Gen Duke A.Pirak, Deputy Director Strategy, Plans & Policy (J5) U.S. Central Command, on how #Uzbekistan and the U.S. can work together to ensure safety and security in #CentralAsia. Pleased to see him in #Tashkent conducting meetings with his counterparts to foster mil-to-mil cooperation.

04/06/2021

Dear compatriots,

@eyuf.uz has studied the needs of #ministries & #organizations of the Republic of Uzbekistan, made the list of job offers for foreign applicants. If you are looking for a job in #Uzbekistan, please contact Mr. Shahriyor Muxamedjonov via +998 71 203 0053, +998 97 211 7727 (telegram) or visit shorturl.at/fszIJ.

04/06/2021

The use of child and forced labor in Uzbekistan ends

Forced labor is completely unacceptable and has no place in modern Uzbekistan. We had a lot of work ahead of us, but we encouraged by the positive results of reforms.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VMurzG_hD8k

04/04/2021

The longest liturgy of the year - #EasterVigil was held in #Tashkent, #Uzbekistan. As usual, masses were in 4 languages – #Russian, #English, #Korean and #Polish.

May your homes always be filled with warmth, happiness and prosperity every day!

#HappyEaster2021

04/01/2021

Ambassador of Uzbekistan to the USA and Canada Javlon Vakhabov

Ambassador of Uzbekistan to the USA and Canada Javlon Vakhabov

Long-awaited development - a new route connecting #Sokh district (🇺🇿 exclave in 🇰🇬) w/ #Ferghana is opened that has shortened the distance from 180 to 30 km. Agreements achieved between Шавкат Мирзиёев - Shavkat Mirziyoyev & Sadyr Japarov (Кыргыз Республикасынын Президенти) make possible the desires of 🇺🇿🇰🇬ppl to strengthen neighboring ties.

03/30/2021

Ambassador of Uzbekistan to the USA and Canada Javlon Vakhabov

Today I have attended the O'zbekiston Respublikasi Oliy Majlisi Senati hearing on the current state of Uzbekistan – the U.S. relations. Since 2017 Uzbekistan Parliament's upper chamber has been actively exercising its oversight authority to question the implementation of laws and regulations, as well as international agreements. Indeed, a great deal of work has been done over the last years to expand and deepen our bilaterals. Stressed the importance of ensuring the continuity and consistency of Uzbekistan - the U.S. Strategic Partnership under Joe Biden. Thanks to Шавкат Мирзиёев - Shavkat Mirziyoyev's progress of reforms, the constructive and well-balanced foreign policy we've reached new heights in 🇺🇿🇺🇸 relations, and I'm confident more to be achieved.

03/29/2021

Press-briefing by Press-Secretary of the President of Uzbekistan

The first of regular press-briefings by Sherzod Asadov, recently assigned Press-Secretary of Шавкат Мирзиёев - Shavkat Mirziyoyev, former deputy minister Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Uzbekistan, Ambassador of #Uzbekistan to #Austria, Permanent Representative to OSCE – The Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe. Uzbekistan is strongly committed to ensuring its #transparency and the #MediaFreedom.

03/27/2021

Happy #Passover to all Jewish friends. In Uzbekistan, #BukharianJews have unique traditions on this day - at the #Seder they wear colorful Bukharian kaftan (robe) which represents being royal and free, cook #OshiMasozgoshak (a soup made of #matzah, eggs and meat) and sing songs in Judeo-Persian.

03/25/2021

Ambassador of Uzbekistan to the USA and Canada Javlon Vakhabov

I was briefed on American Councils for International Education engagements in #Uzbekistan by Will O’Roark, #AmericanCouncils' Country Director in 🇺🇿. Today the 1st #AmericanCorner is opening in #Karshi (#Kashkadarya region) that will serve as a knowledge and education hub. Agreed to further expand #English teaching programs in 🇺🇿. More 🇺🇸 educators to come to #Uzbekistan this year.

03/25/2021

Ambassador of Uzbekistan to the USA and Canada Javlon Vakhabov

Had the pleasure of hosting Acting Assistant Secretary at Exchange Programs - U.S. Department of State Matthew Lussenhop at The Embassy of the Republic of Uzbekistan in the U.S. and Canada. Expressed my gratitude to the U.S. Department of State for continued support for Educational & Cultural programs in #Uzbekistan. Agreed to further facilitate bringing #American Universities to 🇺🇿, expand exchange programs, support English learning in the country.

03/25/2021

The springtime at The Embassy of the Republic of Uzbekistan in the U.S. and Canada. Beautiful #MagnoliaTree adorns our yard exuding the spirit of #Spring.

03/23/2021

Ambassador of Uzbekistan to the USA and Canada Javlon Vakhabov

Delighted to host the first e-meeting between the U.S. Congress Women's Caucus members and Chairwoman of O'zbekiston Respublikasi Oliy Majlisi Senati Tanzila Narbaeva joined by female MPs of Олий Мажлис Қонунчилик палатаси. Rep. Jenniffer González-Colón (Co-chair of the Women's Caucus), Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee (thirteenth term as a member of the United States House of Representatives), Rep. Lois Frankel (served as the first woman Democratic minority leader in US Congress), Ilhan Omar (one of the first two Muslim women along with Rashida Tlaib), and Eddie Bernice Johnson were enthusiastic and actively involved in learning more about ensuring #GenderEquality and #HumanRights in #Uzbekistan. Congresswomen were invited to join #CODEL's visit to Uzbekistan this coming Fall.

03/21/2021

Timeline Photos

03/20/2021

Gregory Meeks

Gregory Meeks thanking Embassies of Afghanistan, Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan for #Nowruz2021 mentioned:

We're always stronger when we are united. I look forward to continuing engagement and partnership w/ all of the countries represented here today. I wish you all a very Happy & prosperous #Nowruz!

03/20/2021

Ambassador of Uzbekistan to the USA and Canada Javlon Vakhabov

Ambassador of Uzbekistan to the USA and Canada Javlon Vakhabov

Antony Blinken thanking to Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan - Washington DC, Embassy of Azerbaijan, Washington, D.C., Embassy of Kazakhstan in Washington DC, Embassy of the Kyrgyz Republic to the USA and Canada, Embassy of Tajikistan to the United States of America, Embassy of Turkmenistan in the U.S. and The Embassy of the Republic of Uzbekistan in the U.S. and Canada for #Nowruz2021 organized on March 19 mentioned the following:

Good morning, and Happy #Nowruz!

Thank you to the Embassies of Afghanistan, Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan and to the Oxus Society for inviting me to the celebration. Every year, many Americans mark the start of Spring together, reminding us of our connections to each other. Although a pandemic continues to prevent us from gathering in person, this holiday brings us together virtually wherever we may be. The #Nowruz tradition is thousands of years old, but it is always represented renewal - a New Year, new opportunities, new friendships, new hopes. Whether we celebrate by lighting candles, sharing a meal with loved ones, or enjoying traditional music or poetry let us all be inspired to rededicate ourselves to our families, our communities, and to building a tomorrow that is better than today.

03/20/2021

Ambassador of Uzbekistan to the USA and Canada Javlon Vakhabov

Ambassador of Uzbekistan to the USA and Canada Javlon Vakhabov

The #Plov cooking process at The Embassy of the Republic of Uzbekistan in the U.S. and Canada's backyard started today early in the morning (at 5.30 am). So this is how most favorite #Uzbek dish should look like before it is served to the guests of the #Nowruz celebration.

Navro'z muborak, aziz do'stlar!

03/19/2021

We are grateful to Antony Blinken, Acting Assistant Secretary Matthew Lussenhop Exchange Programs - U.S. Department of State, Vice-chair National Guard, Gregory Meeks, The Oxus Society for Central Asian Affairs, Meridian International Center, Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan - Washington DC, Embassy of Azerbaijan, Washington, D.C., Embassy of Kazakhstan in Washington DC, Embassy of the Kyrgyz Republic to the USA and Canada, Embassy of Tajikistan to the United States of America, Embassy of Turkmenistan in the U.S. and business community for making #Nowruz2021 very special and memorable.

03/19/2021

Nawruz Celebration

On behalf of the Embassies of Afghanistan, Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan, We are honored to invite you to join us for our Nowruz celebration. The online-event will take place on March 19th, 2021, hosted by Oxus Society and Meridian International Center.

03/19/2021

Ambassador of Uzbekistan to the USA and Canada Javlon Vakhabov

Spoke today with 2nd U.S. Ambassador to #Uzbekistan Stanley Escudero who served in #Tashkent in 1995-1997. Glad to hear that he is in a good shape and sound health. He will join his successors to commemorate the 30th Anniversary of #Uzbekistan’s Independence this coming May.

03/19/2021

Ambassador of Uzbekistan to the USA and Canada Javlon Vakhabov

Just bottled at The Embassy of the Republic of Uzbekistan in the U.S. and Canada!

#Sumalak, the #Nowruz most popular and taffy-like treat made from wheat sprouts and flour, cooked 24 hours. This very tasteful dish will be served today to the guests of the #Nowruz celebration.

Don't miss to join us on March 19, 10.00 am EST to celebrate the #Nowruz 2021 (New Year) via https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_MD5vg6USTR2Ql8HsJ-lxLQ

03/17/2021

Ambassador of Uzbekistan to the USA and Canada Javlon Vakhabov

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Headquarters delegation is arriving in #Uzbekistan as part of The Embassy of the Republic of Uzbekistan in the U.S. and Canada’s efforts to bring the U.S. leading experts to assess the physical integrity of dams in two regions – #Kashkadarya & #Surkhandarya, and their secure functioning. The visit is followed by weeklong training for Uzbek engineers conducted in January 2021.

03/17/2021

Ambassador of Uzbekistan to the USA and Canada Javlon Vakhabov

Had a wonderful time this afternoon catching up with Joseph Presel, 3rd U.S. Ambassador to #Uzbekistan (1997-2000), who shared unforgettable moments of his diplomatic service at the time of nation-building. He is going to join the U.S. Chiefs of Mission served in #Uzbekistan at the virtual event coming May to celebrate the 30th Anniversary of the country's Independence.

03/17/2021

Ambassador of Uzbekistan to the USA and Canada Javlon Vakhabov

I would like to remind and once again invite you all to the #Nowruz 2021 (New Year) celebration. I will be joined by my fellow Ambassadors from Embassies of #Afghanistan, #Azerbaijan, #Kazakhstan, #Kyrgyzstan, #Tajikistan, and #Turkmenistan in the U.S.

We are honored to host Secretary of State Anthony Blinken (U.S. Department of State), Acting Assistant Secretary Matthew Lussenhop, Vice Chief of the National Guard Bureau Marc H. Sasseville (National Guard), Gregory Meeks & other dignitaries.

Moreover, you will be able to enjoy the vivid cultural program of the best musicians from our countries.🎶

Look forward to seeing you on March 19, 10am EST

Please Register at https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_MD5vg6USTR2Ql8HsJ-lxLQ

The event is also live-streamed at The Embassy of the Republic of Uzbekistan in the U.S. and Canada.

03/15/2021

#COVID19Pandemic updates for visitors to #Uzbekistan:
🛂 Electronic entry visas resumed (https://e-visa.gov.uz/);
🧪 Upon Airport Arrival #coronavirus express tests are cancelled;
🏥 Predeparture #COVID19 #PCR tests 72 hours prior to the flight remain mandatory for all visitors.

03/15/2021

Шавкат Мирзиёев and Kassym-Jomart Tokayev had a phone conversation during which they discussed:
🤝 expanding 🇺🇿🇰🇿 multifaceted cooperation;
📈 increasing the volume of mutual trade;
🏛️ continuing active exchanges at the level of governments.
The heads of state also warmly exchanged congratulations on the upcoming Nawruz.

03/14/2021

AҚШ қонунчилари: Ўзбекистонга нисбатан «Жексон-Вэник» тузатишини бутунлай бекор қилиш вақти келди.

03/14/2021

АҚШ Президенти Жозеф Байден Президент Шавкат Мирзиёевга табрик йўллади.
Жозеф Байден: "Жорий йилда Ўзбекистон мустақиллигига 30 йил тўлади. Кейинги йилларда Сиз муҳим ислоҳотларни амалга оширдингиз ва менинг Администрациям бу муваффақиятни давом эттириш учун мамлакатингиз билан ҳамкорлик қилишга тайёр".

03/13/2021

William Dalrymple on the trail of Babur’s paradise lost

Catchy article by @DalrympleWill describing #Babur’s lost paradise & its delights in 🇺🇿: "I had feared that Babur had exaggerated its beauty; I need not have worried. #Babur is a reliably honest writer.... To read Babur on the beauty of a #Fergana garden is still as resonant and pleasurable in the 21st century as it was in the 16th".

https://www.ft.com/content/8c166aa4-9fd6-4246-8969-9eee332f9043

The 16th-century empire-builder wrote longingly of his homeland. Do traces of its delights survive in what is now Uzbekistan?

03/13/2021

1st Uzbek-German Online Summit held today. Шавкат Мирзиёев - Shavkat Mirziyoyev and Angela Merkel have discussed:
💊 Germany's support to #Uzbekistan within #COVAX initiative;
🏦 expansion of the programs of financial assistance;
🤝 boosting Uzbekistan-EU trade deal;
🚚 facilitating Uzbekistan`s Accession to the World Trade Organization - WTO.

03/13/2021

Ambassador of Uzbekistan to the USA and Canada Javlon Vakhabov

Ambassador of Uzbekistan to the USA and Canada Javlon Vakhabov

Жапаров Садыр said: I am arriving in #Uzbekistan to solve all issues. My team stands fully ready to work with Gov.uz.
Шавкат Мирзиёев - Shavkat Mirziyoyev added: We have to unite two brotherly nations. We have agreed on all topics discussed.
Over the last four years, unprecedented progress made in Uzbekistan-Kyrgyzstan relations: bilateral trade has grown five-fold; over 85% of the border has been delimitated and demarcated; people-to-people ties among bordering regions significantly warmed up. First and foremost - the trust between the two nations is strengthening as never before.

03/13/2021

Ambassador of Uzbekistan to the USA and Canada Javlon Vakhabov

This week I had my first in-person meeting with Lisa Curtis in her new capacity - Senior Fellow & Director of the Indo-Pacific Security Program at Center for a New American Security - CNAS. Very grateful to Lisa for all these years of a very productive partnership. Thanks to her invaluable support and efforts, bilateral relations between #Uzbekistan and the U.S. have reached new heights and are continuously active and strong. She has been at the forefront of a new enhanced #StrategicPartnership and our present achievements were made possible thanks to her tireless efforts. It was a distinct honor and privilege for me to work with Lisa on these very historical accomplishments and looking forward to many more years of friendship.