The President of Uzbekistan, Shavkat Mirziyoyev sent a congratulatory message to the Patriarch Kirill of Moscow and All Russia on the occasion of Easter, the press service of the Uzbek Foreign Ministry said.
Shavkat Mirziyoyev noted that "large-scale measures are being taken in Uzbekistan to revive and preserve the multinational cultural heritage, and to strengthen the inter-religious tolerance and harmony."
In particular, the message expressed the firm conviction that "the Tashkent diocese, which celebrates its 145th anniversary this year, will continue to make its contribution to the enhancement of spiritual traditions that serve as a solid foundation for peace and prosperity in our country."