Abu Dhabi, UAE – The Pakistan Business Professional Council (PBPC) Abu Dhabi organized a virtual get-together in celebration of Pakistan Independence Day on August 26, 2020.
The virtual event has participated by the current and former Ambassadors of Pakistan to the UAE & Honorary Members of the Council, H.E. Ghulam Dastgir, H.E. Ahsan Ullah Khan and H.E. Jamil Ahmed Khan. In addition, Mr. Mahesh Kumar, Director of Overseas Pakistanis Foundation (OPF) Islamabad, and Mr. Khalid Mahmood, Member of Parliament of the United Kingdom join the event.
During his welcome remarks, Dr. S. Qaiser Anis, PBPC Abu Dhabi President welcomed and acknowledged the former Ambassadors and the Council’s Honorary Members for their presence, as well as the distinguished guests, the Council’s members, and friends across the world.
Dr. S. Qaiser Anis, PBPC Abu Dhabi President
In his remarks, Ambassador H.E. Ghulam Dastgir spoke on how he appreciates the Council’s effort in this difficult time to host this auspicious event – Pakistan Independence Day. He also added that PBPC Abu Dhabi should continue to play in promoting trade and commerce to strengthen the relationship between the two countries, Pakistan and UAE.
Ambassador Ahsan Ullah-Khan commented, “The Pakistan Business Professional Council is a key player in this process of promotion and development. A pivot for the establishment of cordial trade relationships between our country and the world. I am certain that you will plan and work for the betterment of Pakistan and our community here, individually and collectively.”
Ambassador Jamil Ahmed Khan commended the Council for a magnificent initiative to hold the virtual celebration of the Pakistan Independence Day.
(Left to Right) H.E. Ghulam Dastgir, Ambassador of Pakistan to the UAE,
Ambassador Ahsan Ullah-Khan, Ambassador Jamil Ahmed Khan
The Director of Overseas Pakistanis Foundation (OPF) Islamabad, Mr. Mahesh Kumar also gave his message to the participants. Followed by the Member of Parliament of the United Kingdom, Mr. Khalid Mahmood.
Dr. Tariq Nizami, Founder & CEO of the CEO Clubs Network announced that they will launch a CEO Clubs Network in Pakistan this year. This will be a great opportunity for Foreign Investment to come to Pakistan.
Mr. M. Iqbal Dawood, Pakistan Business Council Dubai President, and Mr. Riaz Malik, former Executive Vice-President of PBPC Abu Dhabi also conveyed their felicitations on the occasion of Pakistan Independence Day.
(Top) Mr. Mahesh Kumar, Director, OPF Islamabad, Mr. Khalid Mahmood, Member of Parliament of the United Kingdom. (Below) Dr. Tariq Nizami, Founder & CEO of The CEO Clubs Network, Mr. M. Iqbal Dawood, President Pakistan Business Council Dubai and Mr. Riaz Malik, Past Executive VP PBPC Abu Dhabi
Mr. M. Iqbal Dawood, Pakistan Business Council Dubai President, and Mr. Riaz Malik, former Executive Vice-President of PBPC Abu Dhabi also conveyed their felicitations on the occasion of Pakistan Independence Day.
The virtual event concluded with a word of thanks by Mr. Mohd. Iqbal Nasim, VP Programme of Pakistan Business Professional Council Abu Dhabi.
Dr. A. Hadi Shahid, Founding Member PBPC Abu Dhabi, moderated the whole duration of the event.
Mr. Mohd. Iqbal Nasim, VP Programme PBPC Abu Dhabi and
Dr. A. Hadi Shahid, Founding Member, PBPC Abu Dhabi
With more than 45 attendees participated and join to celebrate with the Council’s virtual get-together for Pakistan Independence Day. A one-of-a-kind initiative with a wonderful collection of distinguished participants from across the globe.
The PBPC Abu Dhabi will continue to uphold the council’s objectives – using its platform and presence in the region to support its members during the pandemic.