Pakistan Business Forum
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| Abbreviation | PBF |
|---|---|
| Motto | Empowering Business, Enabling Growth. |
| Formation | 2019 |
| Headquarters | Lahore, Pakistan |
Region served | Pakistan |
President | Khawaja Mehboob ur Rehman.[1] |
| Website | pbf |
Pakistan Business Forum (Urdu: پاکستان بزنس فورم; PBF Guarantee) is a non-governmental business organization in Pakistan, registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan. It was founded in 2019 with the stated aim of engaging entrepreneurs, professionals, and policymakers in dialogue on economic and trade issues.[2]
History
The Forum was launched in 2019 by a group of business leaders and professionals. Since its inception, it has been involved in policy discussions on taxation, trade, and industrial development.[3]
Activities
According to Dawn Newspaper, PBF has participated in consultations with the government regarding economic policy, including proposals on taxation, small and medium enterprises (SMEs), and trade regulations.[4]. Since its inception, it has been involved in policy discussions on taxation, trade, and industrial development.[5]
Leadership
The Forum is managed by a board of directors and regional representatives. Its leadership has frequently appeared in the media commenting on national economic issues.[6]
Reception
News outlets have reported on PBF’s contributions to business policy debates, particularly during federal and provincial budget cycles.[7]
References
- ↑ "India to suffer $1.14b trade loss via Pakistan routes: PBF; Express Tribune". Express Tribune. 27 April 2025.
- ↑ "Pakistan declares climate and agricultural emergency as monsoon floods intensify; Arab News". Arab News. 10 September 2025.
- ↑ "Pakistan declares climate and agricultural emergency as monsoon floods intensify; Arab News". Arab News. 10 September 2025.
- ↑ "Pakistan Business Forum calls for reducing GST, abolishing super tax; Dawn News". Dawn News. 20 March 2025.
- ↑ "NA urged to prioritise economic legislation; Express Tribune". Express Tribune. 15 July 2025.
- ↑ "Govt asked to debate wheat policy in Council of Common Interests". Dawn News. 17 April 2025.
- ↑ "Budget lacks essential pro-business reforms: PBF". Business Recorder. 14 June 2025.
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