At the invitation of Russian President Vladimir Putin, several heads of state and government officials will travel to Moscow to celebrate the 80th anniversary of the Victory in World War II. The presidents of Azerbaijan and Laos, Ilham Aliyev and Thongloun Sisoulith, have announced that they will not participate in the parade. Thus, the Victory Parade is expected to feature 27 heads of state, not 29 as previously reported.

President Shavkat Mirziyoyev will pay a working visit to Moscow on May 8-9 at the invitation of Russian President Vladimir Putin. According to the program of the visit, the head of state will participate in the ceremonial events dedicated to the 80th anniversary of Victory in World War II.