Uzbekistan's embassy in Turkey introduced magazines on July 22 in a bid to boost bilateral ties between the two countries, Huriyyet Daily News reports.

The embassy presented "New Uzbekistan" magazine in Turkish and "New Turkey" magazinein the Uzbek language, aiming for them to become a "guide" for businesspeople for "illuminating" their activities in both countries, Uzbek Ambassador to Turkey Alisher Agzamhadjaev said in a speech at a hotel in them capital, Ankara.

Speaking at the ceremony for the launch of the magazines, Turkey's Vice President Fuat Oktay said Uzbekistan has a strategic position with its geopolitical and historical ties while neighboring all states in Central Asia.

Oktay also said the visit of a delegation from Uzbekistan to Turkey would make significant contributions to the development of ties between the "friendly and brotherly" countries.

"I believe that our countries, which are connected by brotherhood and are two important stops on the historical Silk Road, will work together for a more prosperous and peaceful future," Oktay said.

Turkey and Uzbekistan share similar languages, cultures and joys as well as sorrows, he added.

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"The friendship and brotherhood is the greatest power for us, the most precious treasure to be protected."

Uzbekistan's Deputy Prime Minister Elyor Ganiev said efforts are being carried out by both sides to further develop bilateral relations, adding relations "have moved to a new stage in terms of quality".

"Over the last two to three years, Uzbek-Turkish relations have been experiencing developments that have not been previously observed," Ganiev said, underlining the historical, moral and spiritual ties between the "brotherly people".