CG South Korea Yi Sungho, CG Iran Hassan Nourian and club president Sarfraz Dennis presenting a Special Award to Chairman and Editor-In-Chief Pakistan Observer Faisal Zahid Malik during CBNC corporate meet up dinner. Photo Muhammad Noman
The Corporate Business Networking Club (CBNC) hosted a prestigious event, bringing together key figures from the business and diplomatic communities in Karachi. The event was attended by corporate heads, consul generals, and high-profile dignitaries, including the Consul Generals of Korea, Oman, Iran, Morocco, Yemen, and Indonesia, along with MNA Ikhtiar Baig and honorary Consul General of Ivory Coast, Fazal Karim Dadabhoy.
The event’s agenda focused on strengthening global business relations and fostering growth in Pakistan’s economy.
Sarfraz Dennis, the President of CBNC, emphasized the critical role of the business community in propelling the nation’s GDP growth. He called for unity among businesses to enhance Pakistan’s presence on the global stage. Irum Fawad, the event coordinator and Executive of CBNC, spoke about the importance of business networking for the sustainability of Pakistani businesses. She highlighted how networking, whether in-person or online, plays a pivotal role in fostering deeper connections, identifying opportunities, and expanding awareness. “Business owners must collaborate to create lasting relationships that drive growth and create opportunities for the future,” said Ms. Fawad. She also noted the evolution of networking in the digital age, with social media platforms and online tools offering new ways to connect and expand businesses globally. The event also highlighted how organizations are adapting to a more networked global environment, making it easier to find new partners, expand reach, and operate with decentralized and flexible structures. In a symbolic gesture, Sarfraz Dennis presented a Special Award to Faisal Zahid Malik, Chairman and Editor-in-Chief of Pakistan Observer, in recognition of his contributions to the media and business sectors.
The event concluded with optimism for future collaborations and growth, as the business leaders emphasized the importance of working together to strengthen Pakistan’s position on the international business landscape.
