Uzbekistan has recently appointed Furqat Siddikov as its new ambassador to the United States. Siddikov has previously served as the extraordinary and autonomous ambassador of Uzbekistan to Pakistan, where he played a crucial role in strengthening the relationship between the two countries. He also has extensive experience in international affairs, having served as the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Uzbekistan and worked as the first secretary at the Embassy of Uzbekistan in the United States. He replaces Javlon Vakhabov, the former Ambassador of Uzbekistan to the United States, Canada and Brazil.
Siddikov’s appointment as ambassador comes at a critical time for Uzbekistan-US relations, as the two countries have been working to strengthen their economic and strategic partnership, with a particular focus on promoting regional stability and security. As the new ambassador, Siddikov is expected to work closely with policymakers, business leaders, and civil society groups to promote bilateral cooperation in a wide range of areas, including trade and investment, security, education, and culture. Additionally, he will serve as a key representative of Uzbekistan in the United States, engaging with the government and the public to promote a better understanding of Uzbekistan’s history, culture, and people.
Overall, Siddikov’s appointment is seen as a positive development for Uzbekistan-US relations. His experience, expertise, and dedication to promoting bilateral cooperation make him well-suited for the role, and his appointment is expected to further enhance the already strong partnership between the two countries.
Today, the new Ambassador of #Uzbekistan to the United States @FurqatSidiq departed for #WashingtonDC. We congratulate Ambassador Sidikov on the start of his tenure, wish him all the success in leading @UZEmbassyDC and further strengthening 🇺🇿🇺🇸 strategic partnership. pic.twitter.com/yV3aKSXuBk
— Akhror Burkhanov (@AkhrorBurkhanov) March 30, 2023
