[Congressional Bills 119th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[S. Res. 816 Introduced in Senate (IS)]

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119th CONGRESS
  2d Session
S. RES. 816

Honoring 35 years of independence for the countries of Central Asia and 
 recognizing the importance of the United States growing relationship 
 with Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan.


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                   IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES

                             July 23, 2026

  Mr. Daines (for himself, Mr. Peters, and Mr. Curtis) submitted the 
 following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign 
                               Relations

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                               RESOLUTION


 
Honoring 35 years of independence for the countries of Central Asia and 
 recognizing the importance of the United States growing relationship 
 with Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan.

Whereas the Kyrgyz Republic formally declared its national independence on 
        August 31, 1991;
Whereas the Republic of Uzbekistan officially declared its national independence 
        on September 1, 1991;
Whereas the Republic of Tajikistan officially proclaimed its national 
        independence on September 9, 1991;
Whereas Turkmenistan formally marked its transition to an independent state on 
        September 27, 1991;
Whereas the Republic of Kazakhstan officially declared its national independence 
        on December 16, 1991;
Whereas, in 1991, the oppressive and murderous reign of the Soviet Union ended 
        and with it the shackles of tyranny over Central Asia;
Whereas the United States relations with Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, 
        Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan have been steadily growing on a bilateral 
        basis and through forums such as the C5+1;
Whereas those countries have been critical partners in countering transnational 
        threats, including terrorism, illicit trafficking, and regional 
        instability;
Whereas Central Asia and the Caucasus serve as a vital geopolitical bridge 
        connecting East and West, facilitating critical global trade, energy 
        security, and digital connectivity via corridors such as the Middle 
        Corridor;
Whereas the ongoing governance reforms, anti-corruption initiatives, and 
        economic modernizations within those countries strengthen their long-
        term resilience and institutional independence;
Whereas the United States seeks to foster resilient, independent economic 
        ecosystems in Central Asia to enhance market access, private investment, 
        and supply chain security; and
Whereas deepening educational, cultural, and professional exchanges between the 
        United States and the peoples of Central Asia promotes mutual 
        understanding and shared prosperity: Now, therefore, be it
    Resolved, That the Senate--
            (1) congratulates the countries of Central Asia on 35 years 
        of independence;
            (2) affirms the strategic importance of the United States 
        relationship with Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, 
        Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan;
            (3) fully supports the inherent right of all countries to 
        determine their own foreign policy, security arrangements, and 
        economic alliances without external coercion; and
            (4) affirms that the independence, sovereignty, and 
        territorial integrity of the countries of Central Asia are 
        foundational to the peace, security, and balance of power 
        across Eurasia.
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