ABC of Central Asian Trade: Opening a Business in Central Asia
The online training covers how to start a business in the markets of Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan: company establishment, registration, and taxation. In addition, we will hear a case story about entering the Central Asian market, its challenges, successes and lessons learned.
Program and speakers
- Opening a Business in Kazakhstan – Ms. Korlan Alikhanova, Head of the Legal Department of RÖDL in Central Asia, Associate Partner, and Dipl. Lawyer, LL.M.
- Opening a Business in Uzbekistan – Ms. Zamira Ismatova, Lawyer, RÖDL Uzbekistan ja Mr. Shaxram Sadullayev, Head of Legal Department, RÖDL Uzbekistan
- Learnings, successes and challenges from the Central Asian market – Kai Ruuskanen, Director, Hospital & Nursing / Physical Therapy Equipment, Lojer Group
- Q&A
ABC of Central Asian Trade training series
The webinar series consists of three training sessions covering the Central Asian markets of Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan, business culture, and how to start export activities. The speakers include Finnish and Central Asian experts who will share the latest information and practical examples for starting and developing business operations. The trainings are:
- September 2026, date TBC: Economic Outlook, Business Opportunities and Business Culture
- 29.9.2026 9:00-10:30: Logistics, Customs and Certificates
- 6.10.2026 9:00-10:30: Opening a Business in Central Asia
The trainings are free of charge for member companies and representatives of stakeholder organizations.
Non-members can purchase individual trainings for €150 + VAT each, or the full webinar series for a combined price of €400 + VAT.
Please note that registration is binding. If participation is not cancelled at least two days before the event, the full participation fee will be charged. In case of inability to attend, the participant may be replaced by another person.