Lahore, December 06, 2022 (PPI-OT):Moazzam Ghurki, President Pakistan China Joint Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCJCCI) has expressed his satisfaction at the display of unprecedented unity on the somber occasion of a high-profile and very well-attended condolence reference to remember one of the most revered business leaders of Pakistani history, i.e. Late S. M Muneer, paternal uncle of S.M Naveed, Chairman SEZs Punjab.

Moazzam Ghurki, President PCJCCI said on the occasion that S.M Muneer never took any political competition personally and always negotiated with the government for the collective good of the entire business, industry and trade community of Pakistan. He also highlighted the fact that S.M Muneer was one of the most persistent voices in policy advocacy circles in Pakistan and successive governments gave due weightage to his inputs on the back of his popular appeal and practical suggestions.

Hamza Khalid, Vice President PCJCCI apprised that he always led from the front and never shied away from confrontational course with the government on policy matters; and, yet he was loved and admired in policy circles as they knew that he is fighting for the economy of the country and, not for any personal gains. He also expressed his deep sorrow over the loss of a father figure for the entire business community and how he trained the younger generations for future leadership roles.

S.M Naveed, Chairman SEZs added that S.M Muneer launched many young, energetic and vibrant faces in the trade politics and, never left the children of his diseased associates and staff alone in the times of crisis. He also said that every single government official, politician, social figure or business personality has showered their love and prayers on the late leader.

Salahuddin Hanif, Secretary General PCJCCI said that he received the ‘Sitara-e-Isaar’ and the ‘Sitara-e-Imtiaz’ in 2006 and 2007 respectively by the President of Pakistan in recognition of his outstanding public service for the cause of humanity. Muneer’s contributions and achievements go beyond the economic sphere into the education sector as well. He was awarded an Honorary PhD degree (doctorate of philosophy) in January 2009 by the Governor of Sindh.

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