18/09/2026
Birmingham: Chairman & Founder, Faaz Enterprises, and President of the Business Forum AJK-GB, Sardar Imran Aziz Khan, held a special meeting with the Lord Mayor of Birmingham, Councillor Zaker Choudhry, to discuss strengthening business and trade relations between the United Kingdom, AJK and Pakistan.
The meeting was attended by Raja Fahim Kayani, President of Tehreek-e-Kashmir UK; S. M. Irfan Tahir, Central Vice President of the Pakistan Press Club UK; and Mehran Maroof from Gloucester.
During the meeting, detailed discussions focused on bilateral business relations, import and export activities, and opportunities to promote trade and investment between the two countries. Participants also exchanged views on Birmingham's economic development and its significance as a major commercial centre.
The historical and contemporary importance of Birmingham to the Pakistani and Kashmiri communities was also highlighted. The participants discussed the contributions of these communities to the city's social, economic, and political life, as well as their growing involvement in various sectors.
The meeting further covered Birmingham's development and construction, with an emphasis on the city's progress and the role of its diverse communities in shaping its future.
Sardar Imran Aziz and the other participants acknowledged the achievements and contributions of the Pakistani and Kashmiri communities in the United Kingdom. The discussions underscored the importance of continued engagement, collaboration, and stronger ties between the UK and Pakistan.
The meeting concluded with a shared emphasis on fostering positive relations, supporting business opportunities, and recognising the valuable contributions of the Pakistani and Kashmiri communities to Birmingham and beyond.
Report by S M Irfan Tahir, Photojournalist / Member, National Union of Journalists (NUJ) Great Britain.