Dear journalists, dear representatives of the media! I sincerely congratulate you on your professional holiday!

The establishment of June 27 as the Day of Press and Mass Media Workers and its wide celebration is recognition, special respect and attention of our government to representatives of this industry.

Now, in the era of change, when the geopolitical situation in the world is rapidly changing, you, of course, play an important role in providing the population with prompt, objective and reliable information.

Representatives of the confidently and rapidly developing mass media of the New Uzbekistan are becoming not only active participants in the reforms carried out in the country, but also a powerful force shaping the worldview, values, norms and thinking of the general public.

In a festive greeting addressed to media workers, the head of state emphasized that today the work of the mass media and activities of journalists are becoming not only the "fourth estate", but also such an important area as defence and security. This means that there will be more and more brave and courageous people like you, who sincerely love their homeland, are devoted and selfless to their profession.

In our country, support for the media activities, strengthening their material and technical base, increasing the role and prestige of workers in public life, and encouraging their hard work bring positive results.

In particular, comprehensive support is provided to printed publications, social networks and the TV channel of the Almalyk Mining and Metallurgical Complex, which keep in step with the times. All the necessary conditions are created for the editorial staff of the newspapers "In Favour of Non-Ferrous Metals", "Rangli Metallar", the online publication and the OKMK TV channel for impartial coverage of reforms in the socio-political life of the plant and the city.

Thanks to the support, Almalyk MMC JSC took first place in the Openness Index-2023 among other joint-stock companies of our country. Among the republican departments and organizations, AMMC was awarded the honourable second place.

The activity of the Manager of the Information Service of Almalyk Mining and Metallurgical Complex JSC was estimated at 86.3 points among Joint-Stock companies and companies of the country. Compared to 2022, the growth rate in this area has increased by 4.3 times.

Yesterday, by the decree of the President, a group of journalists and media workers were awarded high state awards. I believe that you - employees of local media - will be among such activists who have won the love of our people with your responsible and honourable profession. Strive for this, create and study!

Taking this opportunity, I express my sincere gratitude to the teams of the OKMK TV channel, the editorial offices of the newspapers "In Favour of Non-Ferrous Metals", "Rangli Metallar", the online publication of the AMMC information service, the editorial offices of the newspapers "Olmalik hayoti" and "Almalyk rabochiy", respected veterans of the industry for their conscientious work, high professionalism, and unwavering dedication to their chosen cause!

I sincerely wish you inspiration, successful implementation of new ideas and creative projects. Happiness and prosperity to you and your loved relatives!