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Bobir Karimov

Managing Partner of the Tashkent Office, LL.M.

Corporate Law and M&A International Arbitration and Cross-Border Disputes Compliance Investment Support

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Russian, English, Uzbek

Bobur has over 20 years of experience in corporate law, mergers and acquisitions, and cross-border investment transactions, as well as extensive expertise in competition and regulatory law.

Previously, he served as Managing Partner of an international law firm and as First Deputy Chairman of the State Committee for Competition of the Republic of Uzbekistan. Bobur is one of the authors of the revised version of the Law of the Republic of Uzbekistan “On Competition”, leads the practice area focused on combating unfair competition, and is a member of the Eurasian Alliance of Competition Law Experts.

Selected Experience

Bobir advised:

a major Japanese corporation on entering into a geological exploration agreement and a production sharing agreement (PSA) in the Republic of Uzbekistan;

foreign investors entering the Uzbek market, including participation in negotiations with the Ministry of Investment, Industry and Trade, the State Assets Management Agency, the Ministry of Finance, the Cabinet of Ministers, and sectoral ministries (including the Ministries of Energy, Ecology, and Transport);

an investor in a transaction involving the privatisation of 100% of a state-owned company’s shares, including conducting legal due diligence, drafting and negotiating the share purchase agreement, and preparing and coordinating a draft government resolution granting tax and other project-related incentives;

a private partner in a PPP project with a state-owned company under the Ministry of Transport of the Republic of Uzbekistan involving the implementation of free Wi-Fi services on public passenger transport;

a major domestic textile company in connection with the acquisition of agricultural land plots for the implementation of an investment project.

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News and Publications

07 / 08 / 26

Legislative Digest. Key Legislative Developments in the Republic of Uzbekistan in July 2026

In July 2026, the Republic of Uzbekistan (“Uzbekistan”) adopted a number of legislative acts affecting the financial sector, investment activities, and personal data regulation.

27 / 07 / 26

VERBA LEGAL Successfully Secures Recognition and Enforcement of Swiss Arbitration Centre Arbitral Awards in Uzbekistan

The Tashkent office team of VERBA LEGAL successfully represented a Cyprus-based international natural gas trader operating in European energy markets in proceedings for the recognition and enforcement in the Republic of Uzbekistan of arbitral awards rendered in arbitration proceedings administered by the Swiss Arbitration Centre. The respondent in the proceedings was one of the largest oil and gas companies in Uzbekistan.

06 / 07 / 26

Legislative Digest. Key Legislative Developments in the Republic of Uzbekistan in June 2026

June 2026 saw a number of significant legislative developments affecting businesses and investors in the Republic of Uzbekistan.

17 / 06 / 26

This summer is incredibly dynamic for the VERBA LEGAL team in Uzbekistan

Our Healthcare and Life Sciences practice once again took part in the International Pharmaceutical Forum of Uzbekistan. Managing Partner Alexander Panov moderated the plenary session, “Uzbekistan’s Pharmaceutical Market 2026–2030: Strategic Balance of Innovation, Localization, and Accessibility.”

05 / 06 / 26

Legislative Digest. Key Changes in the Legislation of the Republic of Uzbekistan in May 2026

May 2026 marked a number of important legislative developments for businesses and investors in the Republic of Uzbekistan (the "RUz"). The adopted acts affected tax administration and support for small businesses, the capital market, the insolvency framework, anti-corruption review of investment projects, the tax regime for foreign nationals, and the private healthcare sector.

13 / 05 / 26

Law of the Republic of Uzbekistan No. ZRU-1137 “On Limited Liability Companies” dated April 21, 2026

On April 21, 2026, the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan signed the revised version of the Law of the Republic of Uzbekistan “On Limited Liability Companies,” which will replace the current Law No. 310-II dated December 6, 2001, effective from July 22, 2026.

06 / 05 / 26

Legislative Digest: Key Legislative Developments in the Republic of Uzbekistan — April 2026

April 2026 was marked by several significant legislative developments affecting businesses and investors in the Republic of Uzbekistan. The reforms covered, among other areas, corporate law, financial technologies, e-commerce, and public procurement. The Tashkent team of VERBA LEGAL has prepared a legislative digest summarizing the key changes over the past month.

27 / 04 / 26

VERBA LAW DAY IN TASHKENT: Highlights of the Main Legal Event of Spring in Uzbekistan

On April 24, Hilton Tashkent City hosted VERBA LAW DAY IN TASHKENT — the main legal event of spring in Uzbekistan, bringing together representatives of business (including the pharmaceutical sector), government agencies and the legal community. The forum was structured around three thematic sessions and focused on pharmaceutical market regulation, commercial and corporate law, tax, customs and litigation.

10 / 04 / 26

VERBA LEGAL Named Leader in Kommersant Ranking

Yesterday, the annual Kommersant award ceremony for top law firms took place, where VERBA LEGAL was recognized as the best firm in a record number of categories

08 / 04 / 26

TIFC primary review. What to expect?

On 30 March 2026, the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan signed Decree No. UP-48 “On the Establishment of the Tashkent International Financial Centre” (the Decree). The document was published in the National Legislative Database and entered into force on 31 March 2026.

08 / 04 / 26

VERBA LEGAL — Leader in Client Representation in the Middle East

Pravo.ru has published the results of the largest study on legal support for Russian businesses in the United Arab Emirates.

08 / 04 / 26

Legislative Digest. Key Changes in the Legislation of the Republic of Uzbekistan in March 2026

March 2026 proved to be a productive month for the legislation of the Republic of Uzbekistan. The reforms covered the financial sector — from Islamic banking to plans for establishing an international financial centre — as well as privatisation, personal data protection, customs regulation, and notarial practice.

16 / 03 / 26

Introduction of the Majority Shareholder Status and New Customs Mechanisms in Uzbekistan

On 28 February 2026, Law of the Republic of Uzbekistan No. ZRU-1097 dated 27 November 2025 (the “Law”) entered into force, introducing amendments and supplements to the Law “On Joint-Stock Companies and Protection of Shareholders’ Rights” (the “JSC Law”) and the Customs Code.

09 / 02 / 26

VERBA LEGAL and the Center for Progressive Reforms of Uzbekistan Sign Memorandum of Cooperation

The Center for Progressive Reforms (CPR) is an independent analytical center dedicated to researching pressing issues in Uzbekistan and Central Asia.

01 / 01 / 26

VERBA LEGAL is a Russian law firm with an international expertise. We provide services on a wide range of legal issues, using the best services in combination with international professional standards.

17 / 12 / 25

VERBA LEGAL ranked first in 12 categories in the Expert RA rating

Yesterday, the results of the annual Expert RA rating of legal advisors were published. According to the results of the study, VERBA LEGAL ranked first in 12 categories, confirming the firm's leading position in a number of key practices.

05 / 12 / 25

VERBA LEGAL Among the Leaders of the Pravo-300 Rankings

The awards ceremony of the national Pravo-300 ranking took place yesterday, traditionally recognising the leaders of the Russian legal market. The VERBA LEGAL team was ranked among the best in a record number of categories — 35 in total, including 18 in Band 1

01 / 12 / 25

New Rules on the Regulation of Cryptocurrency and Digital Financial Assets

On 28 November 2025, Resolution No. PP-359 of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan dated 27 November 2025 (the “Resolution”) entered into force, introducing comprehensive measures aimed at implementing modern financial technologies and IT solutions within the financial and banking sectors.

25 / 11 / 25

10:00 – 12:00

Corporate Law in Uzbekistan: Current Changes and Practical Aspects

The dynamic development of Uzbekistan's economy brings about changes in corporate legislation. To operate effectively and safely in the market, companies require a deep understanding of the new legal realities and their impact on day-to-day business processes.

12 / 11 / 25

Amendments to the Procedure for Voluntary Liquidation and Removal of Business Entities from the State Register in the Republic of Uzbekistan

From 10 November 2025, the amendments and additions introduced by Cabinet of Ministers Resolution No. 709 of the Republic of Uzbekistan came into force in relation to two key Regulations previously approved by Cabinet of Ministers Resolution No. 704 dated 21 August 2019

23 / 09 / 25

Presidential Decree of the Republic of Uzbekistan No. ПП-268 dated September 5, 2025 «On Measures for Further Simplification of Corporate Relations Regulation»

On 5 September 2025, the Resolution of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan No. PP-268 was adopted “On measures to further simplify the regulation of corporate relations.”

01 / 09 / 25

Legislative Developments in the Republic of Uzbekistan in the Area of Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs)

The Republic of Uzbekistan continues to pursue an active programme of economic and regulatory reform aimed at modernising key sectors of the economy, strengthening the investment climate, and promoting greater participation of private capital in strategic industries.

30 / 05 / 25

VERBA LEGAL Partner at Tashkent Law Spring 2025

VERBA LEGAL participated as a partner in the IV International Legal Forum “Tashkent Law Spring 2025,” where leading experts — Managing Partner of the Tashkent office, Bobir Karimov, and Legal Adviser Ekaterina Tretyakova — made a significant contribution to the discussion of contemporary challenges in the digital age.

29 / 04 / 25

Doing Business in Uzbekistan

VERBA LEGAL is launching a series of materials entitled "Doing Business", which elucidate the distinctive features of conducting business in various jurisdictionsThe inaugural issue is dedicated to Uzbekistan, a country boasting one of the most rapidly developing economies in Central Asia, owing to reforms aimed at economic liberalisation, enhancement of the investment climate, and the promotion of entrepreneurship.

24 / 04 / 25

VERBA LEGAL Business Breakfast — The Future of the Life Sciences Market in Uzbekistan

On 23 April 2025, VERBA LEGAL hosted a business breakfast dedicated to the topic: “Current Challenges and Development Prospects of the Life Sciences Market in the Republic of Uzbekistan: Registration, Legal Aspects and Antimonopoly Regulation”.

07 / 04 / 25

Uzbekistan Life Sciences Market - Current Challenges and the Outlook (Medicine Registration, Legal Aspects and Antitrust Regulation)

On April 23, 2015, from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm, VERBA LEGAL will hold a business breakfast on “Uzbekistan Life Sciences Market - Current Challenges and the Outlook (Registration, Legal Aspects and Antitrust Regulation)” in Hilton Tashkent City, Tashkent.

18 / 02 / 25

Results of the Litigation Triathlon event

On 11 February VERBA LEGAL forum ‘Litigation Triathlon. Dispute Resolution in 2025’, which became an important event for heads of legal departments and business owners.

11 / 02 / 25

VERBA LEGAL announces the opening of an office in Tashkent

VERBA LEGAL announces the opening of a foreign office in Tashkent. This strategic initiative is an important step in the development of Russian-Uzbek and international business in Central Asia.

16 / 01 / 25

Litigation Triathlon. Dispute Resolution in 2025

VERBA LEGAL invites heads of legal departments and business owners to the forum

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