As Uzbekistan accelerates its ambitious privatisation programme and opens key sectors to domestic and foreign capital, Solward acts as a trusted partner to multinational corporations, private equity funds, and sovereign wealth funds navigating this dynamic landscape. We act for strategic and financial investors, as well as buyers, sellers, and project sponsors from China, Europe, the Middle East, and the USA.

We combine international expertise in cross-border M&A and high-stakes privatisation tenders with deep local knowledge of Uzbekistan’s regulatory environment, including the latest requirements of the Competition Committee and the State Assets Management Agency (UzSAMA).

Our team guides clients through the complexities of acquiring state-owned enterprises via electronic auctions and competitive bidding, negotiating investment agreements directly with the government, and managing post-privatisation investment obligations. From complex joint venture structuring in regulated industries to day-to-day corporate governance, we protect our clients’ interests through rigorous due diligence and commercially sound deal execution.

Beyond transaction support, we focus on securing long-term value and legal certainty for our clients. This includes advising on exit mechanisms and investment safeguards under national legislation and bilateral treaties. We also assist businesses with corporate restructuring, redomiciliation, and compliance with evolving sanctions and regulatory regimes, ensuring their investments remain secure and efficient.