Tashkent, 28.10.2025 – In a significant move to bridge Middle Eastern capital with Central Asian growth, senior leadership from the CAG met with executives from SEDCO Capital, a leading global Shariah-compliant asset manager. The strategic meeting, led by Dr. Alisher, Senior Advisor for Central Asia, and Mr. Tabarruk Nabijon, Co-founder and President of CAG, engaged with Mr. Ahmed Tourson, Chief Finance & Operations Officer of SEDCO Capital, to chart a detailed roadmap for SEDCO’s entry into the burgeoning Central Asian financial market.
The discussion centered on leveraging CAG’s unparalleled regional network to facilitate SEDCO Capital’s strategic expansion and establish robust partnerships with local financial institutions.
Aligning SEDCO’s Investment Strategy with Central Asian Opportunity
SEDCO Capital articulated its strong interest in the Islamic finance opportunities emerging in Central Asia, driven by the region’s robust economic growth trajectory and rising demand for Shariah-compliant products. Key sectors of interest identified for investment include:
– Infrastructure
– Real Estate
– Technology
– Financial Services
The dialogue also involved a preliminary consideration of SEDCO’s potential participation in various high-profile development projects across the region.
Leveraging CAG’s Deep Regional Integration
CAG presented its comprehensive on-the-ground capabilities and established relationships, which are critical for a successful market entry. This includes direct access to:
– Key banking institutions in Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, and Tajikistan.
– Emerging Islamic banking entities and windows being developed across the region.
– Prominent local investment funds and family offices.
A Concrete Partnership and Market Entry Framework
The meeting yielded a clear, actionable strategy for initial engagement:
– Priority Partner Identification: CAG will facilitate introductions to major local banks actively developing Islamic banking windows and select regional development finance institutions.
– Co-Investment Exploration: The parties explored synergistic co-investment opportunities in vital regional infrastructure projects.
– Local Representation: CAG outlined its capacity to serve as SEDCO Capital’s local representative, managing key relationships and providing ongoing market intelligence.
“We are immensely pleased to advise institution of SEDCO Capital’s caliber on their foray into Central Asia,” stated Mr. Tabarruk Nabijon, President of CAG. “The alignment of their ethical investment mandate with the region’s economic needs creates a powerful synergy. Our network and expertise are precisely tailored to ensure their entry is both seamless and successful.”
Dr. Ali Sher, CAG’s Senior Advisor for Central Asia, added, “Central Asia represents the next frontier for Islamic finance. By connecting a visionary partner like SEDCO Capital with our region’s most dynamic financial institutions and projects, we are not just facilitating investment—we are helping to build the very foundation of the Islamic finance ecosystem here.”
About SEDCO Capital:
SEDCO Capital is a globally recognized, Shariah-compliant asset manager with a long track record of delivering performance through its thematic investment processes. The firm is dedicated to providing innovative investment solutions that meet the requirements of its discerning global clientele. www.sedcocapital.com
