UK sanctions four Uzbek firms over suspected ties with Russia

The United Kingdom has expanded its sanctions list against Russia to include four companies registered in Uzbekistan and one company from Kyrgyzstan, citing suspected “economic cooperation” with Russia. According to documents published by the UK Treasury, London will impose asset freezes and financial restrictions on the listed entities starting December 18.

Among the Uzbek-registered companies added to the sanctions list are:

• Fergana Chemical Plant;
• Gelion Business Trade LLC;
• Chemistry International LLC JV;
• Raw Materials Cellulose LLC.

British authorities allege that all of these companies are suspected of supplying Russia with goods or technologies that may be used in connection with the war in Ukraine. No further details were provided.

The updated sanctions list also includes Kifiko, a company registered in Bishkek. London accused the firm of supporting the Russian government through business activities in the financial sector.

In addition, sanctions were imposed on several individuals. According to the UK Treasury, the list includes entrepreneur Rustam Muminov, who holds the citizenship of Uzbekistan, Israel, and Russia. Ukraine had previously imposed restrictions on him. It was clarified that Muminov is the founder of the company that owns the Fergana Chemical Plant.

Prepared by: Дониёр Тухсинов

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