00:01Thirty-five years after gaining independence, Uzbekistan marked the anniversary with a celebration in New Tashkent.
00:08In his speech, President Shavkat Mirziyoyev said that independence meant a transformation in how the country sees its place in
00:15the world,
00:16from a largely closed state to one, pursuing closer international ties and a more open economy.
00:34The President announced seven national programs setting priorities for the country's next stage of development.
00:41Thirty-five years on, Uzbekistan is looking ahead with ambitions to become a stronger, more confident player on the world
00:48stage.
00:49The next chapter is already underway.
00:51The celebrations culminated in a major concert and a spectacular dawn show.
