PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS & ADVISORY ROLES
A Journey of Ideas, Impact, and Innovation
This collection of roles and contributions reflects a multifaceted journey of engaging with ideas, people, and projects across law, technology, and society.
Professional Memberships/ Advisory Roles
Fellow of Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (FCIArb) UK
Fellow of Advance Higher Education (FAHE) UK
Industry Collaborator, AIEOU, Department of Education, University of Oxford UK
Member of Advisory Council on AI under the Ministry of Innovation Development of Uzbekistan
IEEE Senior Member
Scientific Rector of the IFNLS China and Pakistan
Honorary Researcher at International Federation of Neurolegal Sciences
UNESCO Inclusive Policy Lab Expert
Law Committee of IEEE Global Initiative on Ethics of Autonomous and Intelligent Systems
Member of the Young International Arbitration Group (YIAG) at the London Court of International Arbitration (LCIA)
Center of Pakistan and International Relations Islamabad Pakistan
International Council for Commercial Arbitration
AI Policy Exchange Network
IEEE Young Professionals
International Bar Association
The International Chamber of Commerce (Young Arbitrators Forum)
Member of Austrian Arbitration Association
Swiss Arbitration Association
International Centre for Appropriate Dispute Resolution and Prevention
ACIArb. Associate of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators
Young International Construction Practitioners
Associate status with ICDR Young & International New York
The Oxus Society for Central Asian Affairs
Pakistan Legal Awareness Program
Pakistan Medical Commission
American Philosophical Association
Society for Philosophy of Science in Practice
European Network for the Philosophy of the Social Sciences
Professional Experience
- March 2023– Present
Institute of Automation, Chinese Academy of Sciences
Beijing, China
Researcher at International Research Center for AI Ethics and Governance
- September 2020 – January 2023
Tashkent State University of Law
Uzbekistan
Professor of Law (Designated as Foreign Highly Qualified Expert)
- August 2019 – August 2020
Westminster International University in Tashkent
Uzbekistan
Senior Lecturer in Law
- July 2019 – August 2020
Research Institute for Legal Policy under the Ministry of Justice of Uzbekistan
International Consultant for the Development of New Civil Code
- November 2018 – July 2019
Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Pakistan
Freelance Staff Member in Pakistan Delegation to Shanghai Cooperation Organization
- February 2017- November 2021
International Academy of Management, Law, Finance, and Business
Kyrgyzstan
Consultant/Advisor to the Rector
- October 2015- July 2017
Eastern University named after Mahmud Kashgari-Barskani. Kyrgyzstan (International Kuwait University)
Kyrgyzstan
Consultant to the Rector
Overseas Teaching And Research Engagements
- January 2022 – Jan 2023
Management Development Institute of Singapore in Uzbekistan
Professor in Business Law
- May 2021 – Dec 2023
Hunan University, Nanchang University, Southwest University of Finance and Economics
China
Visiting Lecturer in Philosophy
Engaged in teaching an extensive course in Philosophy.
- May 2019 – July 2019
Beijing Foreign Studies University
Beijing, China
Visiting Lecturer in Social Sciences
- September 2017- June 2018
University of Saint Joseph, Sciences Po
Beirut, Lebanon
Research and Teaching Associate to Director of Institute of Political Science
- September 2014- June 2015
Writing and Academic Resource Center, American University of Central Asia
Kyrgyzstan
Writing Tutor
Fellowships
- June 2024 – Present
Center for Long-term Artificial Intelligence
Job Title: Associate Research Fellow
- June 2023 – February 2024
Tashkent State University of Law Uzbekistan
Job Title: Central Asia Legal Research Fellow
- Jan 2022 – Present
Chinese Academy of Sciences, International Research Center for AI Ethics and Governance, China
Job Title: Student Fellow
- May 2022 – June 2024
University of Milan, “Information Society Law Center” (ISLC), Italy
Job Title: International Research Fellow
- Sep2018- Sep 2021
Institute of Peace and Diplomatic Studies. Islamabad, Pakistan
Job Title: Visiting Research Fellow
Administrative Experience
- May 2020 – Present
Ai Mo Innovation Consultants (SMC- Private) Limited. Pakistan
Job Title: CEO (www.aimoconsultants.com)
- Oct 2019 – Present
Central Asia Tech Law
Job Title: Founder (www.centralasiatechlaw.com)
- Nov 2016- Sep 2017
Eastern Center of Strategic Studies. Bishkek. Kyrgyzstan
Job Title: Founder and Acting Director
- May 2014- May 2015
Future Group Limited. Bishkek. Kyrgyzstan
Job Title: Assistant Director for Sales and Marketing
Fieldwork & Data Analysis Experience
World Internet Conference – Global AI Governance Report 2025
Role: Contributor on the behalf of Advisory Council on AI, Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Innovation, Uzbekistan
Linnk: Governing AI for Good and for All — Empowering Global Sustainable Development- Contributed to the World Internet Conference’s 2025 flagship report, co-led by the Chinese Academy of Sciences and the University of Cambridge.
- Provided expert analysis on inclusive AI governance, ethical frameworks, and sustainable development from a Central Asian policy perspective.
- Collaborated with international stakeholders, including UNESCO, Tsinghua University, Tencent, and Alibaba, to develop global AI safety and governance recommendations.
- Full Report: https://wicinternet.org/2025-04/13/c_1081925.htm
AI Governance International Evaluation Index (AGILE Index) 2024
Role: Core Team Member
Institution: Center for Long-term Artificial Intelligence (CLAI), in collaboration with the International Research Center for AI Ethics and Governance, Institute of Automation, Chinese Academy of Sciences
Link: AGILE Index Publications
- Contributed to the development and launch of the AI Governance International Evaluation Index (AGILE Index) 2024.
- Conducted research and analysis on AI governance frameworks across different jurisdictions.
- Developed evaluation criteria and assisted in presenting findings to global stakeholders.
Empirical Study on Social Cohesion Among Refugees and Local Communities (2018, Lebanon)
Role: Researcher
Institution: University of Saint Joseph in Beirut
- Conducted extensive fieldwork in refugee camps across Lebanon, gathering both qualitative and quantitative data on social cohesion between refugees and local Lebanese communities.
- Visited war zones, conflict areas, and refugee communities for data collection and interviews.
- Analyzed collected data to assess integration, community tensions, and the socio-political impact of displacement.
Human Rights Commission of Pakistan (2015, Pakistan)
Role: Research Intern
Link: Click here
- Collected, analyzed, and synthesized reports and complaints received by HRCP over a six-month period.
- Contributed to the drafting and final publication of the 2016 Annual Report, focusing on human rights violations and socio-political conditions in Pakistan.
- Played a key role in analyzing data for HRCP’s annual review of human rights issues.
Contributions To The Surveys/ Indexes And Reports
6) GOVERNMENT AI READINESS INDEX 2021 - OXFORD INSIGHTS Contributor on Central Asia and South Asian Region. In-depth Analysis Oxford Insights Walwyn Road, Malvern, England, WR13 6PL, United Kingdom
5) A CASE STUDY OF CHINESE VACCINE DIPLOMACY IN PAKISTAN (2021) In-depth analysis of Donor Vaccination Projects Romanian Institute for Europe-Asia Studies Romania
4) OVERVIEW OF BIG DATA AND CLOUD COMPUTING LAWS, REGULATIONS AND POLICIES IN CENTRAL ASIA (August 12, 2020). Ammar Younas, Aisha Umarova, Ahmed Hassan, Zoraiz Usman, Fortnightly Legaltech Digest Issue No. 4, AIFC Lawtech Advisory Council
3) “RECENT POLICIES, REGULATIONS AND LAWS RELATED TO ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE ACROSS THE CENTRAL ASIA” (August 1, 2020). Ammar Younas, Aisha Umarova, Fortnightly Legaltech Digest Issue No. 3, AIFC Lawtech Advisory Council.
2) “SYRIAN REFUGEES IN LEBANON BETWEEN RESILIENCE AND VULNERABILITY” 2017 This report is the outcome of two years of productive and fruitful meetings, discussions, and collaboration between Saint Joseph University’s Political Science Institute (ISP), UNHCR, and RDPP. A team of 20 students visited 120 towns across Lebanon and conducted 1800 surveys.
1)“BE SKILLED, BE EMPLOYED, BE THE CHANGE GENERATION” 2012 On the 10th anniversary of the UNESCO Global Monitoring Report (GMR), young people were asked for the first time to translate into their own words the findings and recommendations of the 2012 GMR on skills development, 'Youth and skills: putting education to work'. A task force of more than 600 young people from around the world contributed to this first youth version of the GMR with stories and testimonies on the importance of having the skills and opportunities for a decent job.
Internships
- June 2016- Sep 2016
Ministry of Finance of Kyrgyz Republic
Job Title: Research Intern in Public Procurement Department
- June 2015- August 2015
Human Rights Commission of Pakistan. Lahore Secretariat. Pakistan
Job Title: Intern at Complaint Cell
- Nov 2012- April 2013
International Center “Interbilim”, Kyrgyzstan within the agreement with Electoral Reform International Service (ERIS) UK and European Union.
Job Title: Researcher in the field of Political Campaign Financing
KEYNOTES, INVITED LECTURES, AND TALKS (SELECTED FROM 2024 - 2025)
- Participant: Annual Meeting of the Society for the Philosophy of Social Sciences, Thai Network for the Philosophy of the Social Sciences (TNPOSS), Ubon Ratchathani University, Thailand (July 2025)
- Public Lecture: “From Cultural Relativity to Cultural Co-Genesis: Toward Inclusive AI Governance and Human Rights Frameworks,” School of Law, Bangkok University, Thailand (July 2025)
- Invited Speaker: “AI Governance and Ethics – Developing Pakistan’s Framework,” Opening Ceremony Panel, AI Festival 2025, organized by Society 5.0 Initiative, Pakistan (May 2025)
- Invited Speaker: “Reclaiming the Self in the Age of Algorithms: Decolonizing Digital Sovereignty through Cross-Cultural Philosophy,” Forum on Navigating Sovereignty in the AI Age, Khazar University, Baku, Azerbaijan (May 30–31, 2025)
- Invited Speaker & Panel Lead: “Cross-Cultural AI Ethics in Education: Toward a Philosophy of Inclusive Digital Learning,” EdHeroes Global Forum 2025, international panel representing Pakistan with speakers from University of Mianwali, Rashid Latif Khan University, and SciVisArt (August 2025)
- Facilitator and Trainer on “Ethics, Responsible AI Use, and Data Privacy in AI-Assisted Academic Writing” at the One-Day International Workshop on Integration of AI in Academic Research, organized by the Department of Law, Fatima Jinnah Women University, Rawalpindi, Pakistan (May 2025)
- Public Lecture: “Cybersecurity and Criminal Law – Understanding the Legal Frontiers of the Digital Age,” Asian Institute of Management, Philippines (April 2025)
- Public Lecture: “From Hackers to Human Rights: Cross-Cultural Challenges in Cybersecurity and Criminal Law,” organized by the Department of International Private Law, Tashkent State University of Law, Uzbekistan (April 2025)
- Invited Speaker: “From Paper to Protocol – The Rise of Web3, DAOs, and Smart Contracts in Central Asia’s Business Landscape,” organized by the Department of Business Law, Tashkent State University of Law and Ai Mo Innovation Consultants (April 2025)
- Invited Speaker: Seminar on “Artificial Intelligence Governance for Good and for All – Empowering Global Sustainable Development,” World Internet Conference (March 2025)
- Invited Speaker: First Advisory Council Meeting of 2025 on Artificial Intelligence, organized by the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, and Innovation, Uzbekistan (February 2025)
- Keynote Speech: “Bridging Faith and Innovation: Cross-Cultural Perspectives on Islamic Theology, Seerah, and Technological Metaphors,” University of Mianwali, Pakistan (February 2025)
- Invited Speaker: “Cross-Cultural Dimensions in AI-Powered ADR,” AI in Mediation & Diplomacy Session, Global Symposium on Mediation Diplomacy, Pafos, Cyprus (January 25, 2025)
- Guest Lecture: “GENAI and LLM’s Effects on Intellectual Property: Lessons Needed for the Legal Industry,” Bangkok University School of Law, Thailand (January 2025)
- Public Lecture: “Ethics, Law, and Governance in the Age of Artificial General Intelligence (AGI),” Qasim Ali Shah Foundation, Pakistan (January 2025)
- Keynote Speaker: “Prioritizing SDG-Driven Research in Corporate Law: The Role of Cross-Cultural AI in Shaping Global Legal Practice,” international E-Commerce Conference, Department of Business Law, Tashkent State University of Law, Uzbekistan (December 2024)
- Invited Speaker: “A Cross-Cultural Theory of AI Governance in International Law: Bridging Diversity with Universal Principles,” International Scientific and Practical Conference on Artificial Intelligence and International Law, University of World Economy and Diplomacy, Tashkent, Uzbekistan (November 2024)
- Presentation: “Addressing Gender Inequality in AI Research: Contributions to SDGs,” 2nd Symposium on Diversity and Inclusion in Artificial Intelligence, CSIRO Data61, Australia (November 15, 2024)
- Invited Speaker: “Collaborative Consensus: Automation and Innovation,” Sibos 2024, Beijing, China (October 2024)
- Discussant: 2024 International Forum on Intellectual Property Protection Practice, Tsinghua University Center for IP and Lung Tin IP Attorneys, Beijing, China (2024)
- Invited Speaker: “AI Governance in Eurasia: Insights from Eurasian Traditional Wisdom,” Manas Forum 2024, 4th International Conference on Enhancing Connectivity and Cooperation in Eurasia, Ibn Haldun University, Istanbul, Türkiye (October 16-18, 2024)
- Participant: “Improving Global Security Governance: Justice, Unity, and Cooperation,” World Peace Forum 2024, Beijing, China (July 2024)
- Invited Speaker: “From Ancient Philosophies to Modern Technologies: Educating Future Tech Leaders through Cross-Cultural Wisdom,” EdHeroes Global Forum, Sub-Forum on Culturally Sustaining Educational Practices, Qufu International Exchange Center for Confucius Studies China & EdHeroes (July 2024)
- Participant: BAAI Conference 2024, Beijing Academy of Artificial Intelligence, China (2024)
- Discussant: Roundtable on Central Asia and China: A New Level of Partnership, Institute for Advanced International Studies (IAIS), University of World Economy and Diplomacy, Tashkent, Uzbekistan (May 27, 2024)
- Participant & Discussant: “The Use of Models in Formal Semantics,” lecture by Professor Dag Westerståhl, Institute of Philosophy, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, China (2025)
- Participant: High-Level Discussions on AI Governance with Deputy Secretary-General of the United Nations and Special Envoy of the Secretary-General for Technology, Tsinghua University Artificial Intelligence International Governance Institute, Beijing, China (April 2024)
- Invited Speaker: “Global Digital Cooperation and AI Governance,” United Nations Global Digital Compact Consultations, discussions with Ambassadors Anna Karin Enestrom (Sweden) and Chola Milambo (Zambia), supported by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of China (April 2025)
- Co-Chair & Speaker: “Connecting Cultures, Crafting Future: Navigating Cross-Cultural AI in a Digital World,” International Conference on Artificial Intelligence & Digital Technologies, International Society on Artificial Intelligence and Digital Technologies (ISAIDT), India (April 2024)
- Guest Lecture: “Harmonizing Technology with Nature: A Cross-Cultural Approach to AI and Environmental Sustainability,” Central Asian Green University, Uzbekistan (March 2024)
- Guest Lecture: “AI Governance International Evaluation Index (AGILE Index) Presentation,” Tashkent Legal Forum, Tashkent State University of Law & Ministry of Justice, Uzbekistan (March 2024)
- Guest Lecture: “AI and Ethical Decision Making in a Cross-Cultural Context,” British Management University, Uzbekistan (March 2025)
- Guest Lecture: “Navigating the Legalities of Cross-Cultural Artificial Intelligence: Challenges and Perspectives,” Tashkent State University of Law, Uzbekistan (March 2024)
- Visiting Professor & Lecturer: “Harmonizing Technology with Nature: Exploring AI’s Role in Sustainable Development and Governance,” Tashkent Institute of Chemical Technologies, Uzbekistan (March 2024)
- Guest Lecturer: “Ranking and Rating Systems for Enhancing the Investment Climate & AI Governance International Evaluation Index (AGILE Index),” University of World Economy and Diplomacy, Uzbekistan (March 2024)
- VIP Participant: “Chinese-style Modernization of Rule of Law & 30th Anniversary of Jingshi Law Firm,” Forum on the Development of Foreign-related Rule of Law, Beijing, China (December 2024)
- Participant: “Exploring Cultural and Technological Innovations – Green Desert, Better Environment,” Doha Expo 2023, Qatar (December 2024)
Volunteer Services, Co-curricular Activities And Events Attended
Nov 2018 Shanghai Cooperation Organisation Youth Assembly, Hainan China
Nov 2018 Model SCO Summit 2018, Delegation of Pakistan
Nov 2018 Model United Nation Conference, University of International Relations, Beijing China
Won the Awards of Best Delegate, The Most Experienced Speaker 2018
Dec 2018 SCO National Coordinators Meeting, Kunming China
Dec 2018 “ AGORA” Youth Entrepreneurship Gathering Beijing China
Dec 2018 Jingsh Law Firm, Guest Speaker in the Opening Ceremony of International Office in Zhenghzou, Henan, China
Jan 2019 Reception by Embassy of Sweden on the 10th Anniversary of Beijing Center
Jan 2019 Reception by Embassy of Kyrgyzstan on National Literary Festival
Jan 2019 Meeting of the Council of National Coordinators of SCO Countries
Feb 2019 Rural Cultural Development Immersion Program Qufu Shandong China
Feb 2019 Headquarter of Confucius Research Institute of China Qufu China
Feb 2019 Volunteer Teacher at Primary School in Qufu China
Feb 2019 Volunteer Organisation for Innovative Country Services Beijing China
Mar 2019 Microsoft China Research and Development Headquarters
Mar 2019 Interpreter with Auditors of SCO Countries Delegation
Mar 2019 Reception by Embassy of Pakistan on Pakistan Day
Mar 2019 SCO Environmental Policy Drafting Meeting
Mar 2019 International Day of Nowruz, The Chinese People’s Association of Friendship with Foreign Countries, Beijing China
April 2019 International Model UN Conference Tashkent Uzbekistan
April 2019 Certificate of Appreciation, WIUT Uzbekistan
April 2019 Meeting of National Security Advisors of SCO Countries
May 2019 “ SunShine Ambassador” by VOICS China
May 2019 External Evaluator of Policy Implementation in Dongmenying Village China
May 2019 Beijing Foreign Studies University, Summer Camp
June 2019 Meetings of Finance Experts of SCO Countries for Finalizing Budget of SCO 2019
July 2019 World Peace Forum: Governance and AI. Beijing China
July 2019 12th Annual Meeting of Academic Community of Pol Science and IR Beijing China
National Artificial Intelligence Forum 2021 Pakistan
Volunteer History
- Sep2012- Sep 2014
Kyrgyz Academy of Tourism Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan
Volunteer Job Title: Lecturer in Communication Skills
- Nov 2010–May 2011
Arabaev Kyrgyz State University, Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan
Volunteer Job Title: English Language Teacher
Social Projects
12 Talks were organized under the theme of “Ai Mo Talks” to engage students, academicians, experts, state officials, businessmen and general public to inspire, to motivate and to seek their feedback on perspective Post COVID situation in their area of activities.
This international Conference hosted 145 young scholars from 20 countries. Project was proposed and implemented by me in December 2016 with the collaboration of Eastern University Kyrgyzstan.
Public Policy Summit was organized to inform school children about the Public Policy process. Summit was attended by 50 school children of senior class. Project was proposed and implemented by me in January 2016 with the Collaboration of Eastern University Kyrgyzstan.
First All Kyrgyzstan Public Speaking and Declamation Contest was first effort this type which attracted 30 Public Speakers from all over the Kyrgyzstan. Project was proposed and implemented by me in Feb 2016 with the Collaboration of Eastern University Kyrgyzstan.