Judges Reject Turkish Claims Against Uzbekistan

An ICSID panel rejected all claims against Uzbekistan. The claims came from Mehmet Zeki Obuz and other claimants. The panel made the decision on 26 October 2026. The Ministry of Justice of Uzbekistan said so. The decision is final for both sides.

The case is about a food company called Obuzlar Gida. The claimants were three Turkish citizens. They were Mehmet Zeki Obuz, Sevde Yilmaz and Huriye Obuz. The company was a claimant too. Gazeta.uz said the company was being closed down.

The claims were based on a 1992 agreement. It was between Uzbekistan and Turkey. The agreement is about protecting investments. That means protecting money put into businesses.

The main hearings took place in Washington. They were held from 1 to 10 July 2024. Uzbekistan was represented by its Ministry of Justice. Uzbekistan was also represented by Curtis, Mallet-Prevost, Colt & Mosle. Curtis, Mallet-Prevost, Colt & Mosle is a company of American lawyers.