Ansher Capital, a leading investment bank headquartered in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, and CAL Partners, a premier financial advisory and investment banking firm based in Colombo, Sri Lanka, have established cooperation to facilitate investment flows between their key markets. The collaboration will leverage both firms’ complementary strengths and regional networks to catalyze cross‐border investment flows across South Asia and Central Asia. The two companies will work together to support their clients which include institutional investors, corporate organizations, and public institutions by providing financial advisory and corporate finance services.

“This partnership with CAL Partners marks a major milestone in Ansher Capital’s mission to broaden our regional footprint and deliver world‐class investment banking solutions beyond Uzbekistan,” Abboskhon Rasulev, CEO of Ansher Capital stated. “By combining our deep expertise in Central Asian markets with CAL Partner’s strong presence in Sri Lanka and Bangladesh, we will open new corridors for institutional investors, corporate clients and project sponsors seeking to tap into dynamic growth opportunities across these emerging economies.”

Areas of Cooperation:

Ansher Capital LLC and CAL Partners are set to:

• Co‐develop tailored financing structures for infrastructure, energy, agribusiness and technology projects in Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Uzbekistan and adjacent Central Asian markets.
• Collaborate on capital‐raising initiatives, including syndicated loans, bond issuances and equity placements for regional corporates.
• Share market intelligence and research to identify high‑potential sectors and investment trends, thereby enhancing deal sourcing and client outreach.

Nishok Goonasekera, CEO of CAL Partners, added: “We are excited to formalize our collaboration with Ansher Capital in Uzbekistan, a key step in our strategy to connect investors with high-growth opportunities across frontier and emerging markets. Uzbekistan is undergoing rapid economic transformation, and Ansher Capital brings exceptional local market knowledge and deal flow access. Through this partnership, CAL Partners will be better positioned to offer our clients differentiated investment opportunities and facilitate capital flows between South and Central Asia.”

About Ansher Capital LLC:

Ansher Capital LLC is the first traditional investment bank in Uzbekistan, with over 25 years of experience in the financial sector. The company specializes in capital raising (debt and equity), mergers and acquisitions, and financial advisory services. Ansher Capital is renowned for its strong global investor network, strong government relations and industrial expertise, and a track record of successful deals. The firm has been recognized internationally with numerous awards from Euromoney (UK), EMEA Finance (UK), and other prestigious financial institutions.

About Capital Alliance Partners Ltd:

Capital Alliance Partners Ltd (CAL Partners) is the investment banking division of Capital Alliance Holdings Limited (CAL), a leading full-service investment bank in Sri Lanka. Established in 2000, CAL has evolved into a prominent player in Sri Lanka's financial services sector, offering a comprehensive range of capital market solutions. CAL Partners specializes in providing tailored investment banking services, including corporate finance advisory, mergers and acquisitions, equity and debt capital markets, and strategic financial consulting. As part of CAL's integrated approach, CAL Partners collaborates closely with other divisions, including asset management, stockbroking, and treasury operations, to deliver comprehensive financial services to a diverse clientele comprising financial institutions, corporations, family-run businesses, and high-net-worth individuals.