Vladimir Putin had a telephone conversation with President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev at the initiative of the Uzbekistani side, APA reports citing website of Russian government.
Shavkat Mirziyoyev congratulated Vladimir Putin on successfully holding his Direct Line and the large year review press conference.
A willingness was expressed to maintain close cooperation between the two countries' security agencies in the domain of counterterrorism.
Both leaders confirmed their desire to continue developing the mutually beneficial ties between Russia and Uzbekistan in all areas.