The key facts
- Marco Rubio was awarded the Buyuk Khizmatlari Uchun order for his contribution to the development of Uzbek-American strategic partnership.
- Sergio Gor received the Dustlik order for strengthening friendly relations and expanding bilateral cooperation.
- The award ceremony was confirmed by the press service of the President of Uzbekistan on October 19, 2026.
Awarding of American officials
President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev presented state awards to US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and the US President's Special Envoy for South and Central Asia Sergio Gor. This was reported by the press service of the head of state on October 19, 2026.
Order for Marco Rubio
Marco Rubio was awarded the Buyuk Khizmatlari Uchun order. According to the press service, the president noted his personal contribution to the development of Uzbek-American strategic partnership, the expansion of political-diplomatic, trade-economic, and cultural-humanitarian ties, as well as support for efforts to strengthen peace, stability, and sustainable development in Central Asia. The message separately highlighted his assistance in promoting the international initiatives of the New Uzbekistan and his merits in strengthening trust and friendship between the peoples of the two countries.
Order for Sergio Gor
Sergio Gor was awarded the Dustlik order for his contribution to strengthening friendly relations and expanding strategic partnership between Uzbekistan and the USA. The president noted his efforts to intensify political dialogue, practically implement bilateral agreements, attract American investors, and promote joint projects. According to Kun.uz, his merits were also recognized in promoting Uzbekistan's economic and investment potential in the USA, attracting American investors and leading companies, developing mutually beneficial projects in energy, industry, transport, and other priority areas, as well as his contribution to cooperation within the framework of the American-Uzbek Business and Investment Council.
