The most populous nation of the Central Asia region, Uzbekistan has opened up significantly in the past five years after the death of its first leader Islam Karimov. His successor, Shavkat Mirziyoyev, has presided over a degree of opening and reform in country, which is a significant exporter of minerals. The country is also known for its cotton exports.Uzbekistan is predicted by HSBC’s World in 2050 study to be one of the top 26 faster-growing economies in coming years.Major major firms in the country include Azizov & Partners, Centil Law, Dentons, GRATA International, Kosta Legal and Leges Advokat.