On June 25th, the President of Uzbekistan, Shavkat Mirziyoyev, and the President of Mongolia, Ukhnaagiin Khürelsükh, along with their spouses, planted a tree in the park of the “Ikh Tenger” state complex. This was reported by the President’s press service.
“The ceremony became a symbol of rapprochement and strengthening friendship between the peoples of the two countries, marking the beginning of a new stage in the development of Uzbek-Mongolian relations of comprehensive partnership,” the statement said.
The program of the high-level guests’ stay continued with a joint viewing of the traditional Mongolian games “Naadam.”
“Naadam” is a traditional Mongolian competition, also known as “the three manly games,” which includes Mongolian wrestling, horse racing, and archery. It is held throughout the country during the mid-summer festival.