# Azerbaijan-Uzbekistan diplomatic relations > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/azerbaijan-uzbekistan-diplomatic-relations > Updated: 2026-08-29T07:46:00.000Z. Sources: 8. Developments: 2. Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev has engaged in diplomatic outreach toward Uzbekistan. Following a state visit that included stops at historical sites such as the Ismaili Samani Mausoleum in Bukhara, Aliyev sent a congratulatory letter to President Shavkat Mirziyoyev to mark the 35th anniversary of Uzbekistan's independence. In his message, Aliyev noted that bilateral relations have reached their “highest peak” and emphasized that deepening ties remains a priority for Azerbaijan. ## Claims - Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev sent a congratulatory letter to Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev marking the 35th anniversary of Uzbekistan's independence. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Aliyev stated that the comprehensive development and deepening of bilateral relations with Uzbekistan is a priority for Azerbaijan. (corroborated by 3 sources) - The President noted that relations between Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan, built on common historical and cultural ties, have reached their highest peak. (corroborated by 3 sources) ## Timeline ### 2026-08-29: Ilham Aliyev congratulates Shavkat Mirziyoyev on Uzbekistan independence Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev congratulated Uzbekistan President Shavkat Mirziyoyev on the 35th anniversary of Uzbekistan's independence, highlighting strong bilateral ties. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ilham-aliyev-congratulates-shavkat-mirziyoyev-on-uzbekistan-independence ### 2026-08-23: Ilham Aliyev conducts state visit to Uzbekistan President Ilham Aliyev visited Uzbekistan, sharing footage of his trip to Bukhara, while Iran submitted a new trade agreement with Oman to its parliament for final approval. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ilham-aliyev-arrives-in-tashkent-for-state-visit-to-uzbekistan --- Cite as: Azerbaijan-Uzbekistan diplomatic relations. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/azerbaijan-uzbekistan-diplomatic-relations