SM Tanveer voices concern over govt move

United Business Group Patron-in-Chief SM Tanveer has expressed strong reservations about the federal government's decision to hold fresh elections for trade bodies in 2025.

In a statement, he argued that the business community has already endured a tumultuous period of elections in September 2024, which resulted in the election of representatives for a two-year term.

Tanveer emphasised that requiring fresh elections in 2025 would be unfair and put burden on the business community. He urged the government to reconsider the move and allow associations and chambers to complete their terms, which would end in September 2026. He also urged FPCCI President Atif Ikram Sheikh to take up the matter with all associations and chambers for devising a joint strategy.

Tanveer's concerns are rooted in the potential disruption and instability that fresh elections could bring, particularly given the fact that recent elections were held just four months ago. By allowing the current representatives to complete their terms, the business community can maintain continuity and focus on promoting economic growth and development.