Commerce Desk
Islamabad : The United Business Group (UBG) has unanimously approved the nomination of its Patron-in-Chief, S.M. Tanveer, for the upcoming presidency of the Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI).
A resolution presented by UBG Secretary General Zafar Bakhtawari was approved by all members at a meeting, with some joining via video link. Participants endorsed the nomination by raising their hands. UBG leaders described it as a symbol of unity, confidence and strong leadership within the business community.
Bakhtawari said Tanveer was an effective voice for businesses and would vigorously highlight their concerns. Ghulam Farooq called the nomination an excellent decision in the community’s broader interest. Khalid Tawab said Tanveer’s experience and business acumen would help make the FPCCI more active and effective.
Abdul Rauf Alam and Zubair Tufail said the consensus reflected the group’s unity and confidence in Tanveer’s leadership. Hanif Gohar said Tanveer understood the challenges facing businesses and the economy. Aamir Ata Bajwa said his leadership could strengthen unity and contribute to national economic stability, while Momin Ali Malik said the nomination reflected the community’s hopes and would strengthen the FPCCI’s role.
The meeting also formed a committee to contact other groups and candidates and build electoral alliances for the upcoming FPCCI elections. Its members are Zubair Tufail, Khalid Tawab, Abdul Rauf Alam, Zafar Bakhtawari, Aamir Ata Bajwa, Ghulam Farooq, Ghazanfar Bilour, Samina Fazil, Hanif Gohar, Zaki Ejaz and Ali Hassam Asghar.
Attendees included Mian Zahid Hussain, Sheikh Riazuddin, Jawad Kazmi, Nauman Butt and other business leaders.
