S.M. Tanveer Is a Son of Karachi, Says Faraz-ur-Rehman
PBGO founder says FPCCI’s 2027–28 election debate should focus on institutional merit, transparency and national unity.
Faraz-ur-Rehman calls for unity ahead of FPCCI Elections 2027–28.
Founder of the Pakistan Business Group (PBGO) Faraz-ur-Rehman has urged business leaders to avoid provincial and ethnic divisions in discussions surrounding the FPCCI elections 2027–28.
In a press statement, Faraz-ur-Rehman expressed concern over reported questions about S.M. Tanveer’s association with Karachi. He said such remarks could hurt individuals and create divisions within the wider business community.
According to Faraz-ur-Rehman, Tanveer was born and educated in Karachi. He also built his business career in the city under the guidance of the late S.M. Muneer Bhaijan, a respected figure in Pakistan’s business community.
Faraz-ur-Rehman said Tanveer’s personal history and professional journey remained closely connected to Karachi. However, his industrial and commercial interests now extend across different sectors and regions of Pakistan.
Karachi Belongs to All Pakistanis
Faraz-ur-Rehman said Karachi belongs to no single community, ethnicity or business group. He described it as Pakistan’s commercial centre, where people from every province have built businesses, industries and livelihoods.
He maintained that Tanveer’s connection with Karachi reflects his birthplace, education and professional journey.
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Furthermore, he highlighted the late S.M. Muneer Bhaijan’s role in mentoring business leaders. He said Muneer’s legacy reflected efforts to promote entrepreneurship, strengthen the national business community and encourage unity.
FPCCI Elections Should Focus on Institutional Merit
Commenting on the election debate, Faraz-ur-Rehman urged business leaders, including the leadership of BMG, to separate institutional competition from provincial and ethnic identity.
He said FPCCI is a national institution. Therefore, its leadership and electoral process should follow applicable regulations, transparency, eligibility requirements and democratic practices.
Moreover, he said the business community needs leadership focused on industrial growth, exports, investment and employment. Tax reforms and economic stability should also remain key priorities.
“ S.M. Tanveer is a son of Karachi and a son of Pakistan,” Faraz-ur-Rehman said. He stressed that no institutional or political narrative could erase a person’s birthplace, education and business journey.
He urged business leaders to build bridges between provinces and communities rather than encourage divisions.
“Pakistan’s business leadership must represent national unity, not provincial boundaries,” he said.
