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{{Infobox person
| name = Abu Hasan Muhammed Jahangir
| image = File:Abu Hasan Muhammed Jahangir 22.jpeg
| image_size = 250px
| caption = Official portrait
| birth_date = c. 1970/1971
| birth_place = Jamalpur, Mymensingh, Bangladesh
| residence = Port Alberni, British Columbia, Canada
| education = Master of Business Administration (MBA)
| alma_mater = Institute of Business Administration (IBA), University of Dhaka
| occupation = Strategic Entrepreneur, Industrial Strategist, Civic Leader
| known_for = Civic governance, regional economic development, FIFA World Cup 2026 regional training operations
| spouse = Farzana Rahman
| children = 2
| website = https://ahmjahangir.com
}}

'''Abu Hasan Muhammed Jahangir''' (born c. 1970/1971), often referred to as A.H.M. Jahangir, is a Canadian-Bangladeshi businessman and community leader based in British Columbia, Canada. He has an extensive background in international trade, commodity sourcing, and textile manufacturing in Bangladesh. In Canada, he operates several commercial ventures, participates in public policy consultation, and holds leadership roles in regional economic development and civic organizations, including initiatives related to the FIFA World Cup 2026.<ref>[https://www.climatejournal24.com/opinion/07/23081/ "From Bangladesh to the World: One Visionary's Industrial Legacy," Climate Journal 24]</ref>

He has been instrumental in pioneering "Hub and Spoke" collaborative governance models that align municipal governments, commercial associations, and Indigenous leadership, notably working in partnership with local First Nations to establish long-term community infrastructure.

== Early Life and Education ==
Abu Hasan Muhammed Jahangir was born in Jamalpur, Mymensingh, Bangladesh. He is the youngest of five siblings born to Dr. Md Obaidul Haque, a physician and freedom fighter during the 1971 Bangladesh Liberation War, and Hasna Akter Begum.

He completed his secondary education at Mymensingh Zilla School and his higher secondary education at Ananda Mohan College. He received a Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) degree from Nasirabad College, Mymensingh, and subsequently earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the Institute of Business Administration (IBA) at the University of Dhaka, as part of its 24th batch.<ref>[https://ahmjahangir.com/ Official Academic & Executive Biography, AHM Jahangir Official Website]</ref>

== Business Career ==
=== Bangladesh ===
Jahangir worked in trade management and manufacturing sectors in Bangladesh for approximately three decades. In 1993, he established Buyer Link Ltd., an enterprise supplying garment accessories to export-oriented manufacturing facilities. He co-founded a soap manufacturing business in Mymensingh and operated textile manufacturing assets across the country. His career included management and organizational roles during the expansion of Apex Textile Group and the development of One Group.<ref>[https://www.observerbd.com/news/371506 "ACC sues Tarique's friend Mamun, ex-Sonali Bank MD, GMs, DGMs," The Daily Observer]</ref>

In November 2020, acting as a director of Apex Textile Group, Jahangir was cited regarding the company's operational diversification and product positioning strategy.<ref>[https://www.daily-sun.com/printversion/details/520964 "Apex Textile to launch own brand soon," Daily Sun]</ref> On February 9, 2020, representing the Bangladesh Home Textile Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BHTMEA), Jahangir was quoted regarding international retail dynamics and market competition within the regional home textile exporting sector.<ref>[https://www.tbsnews.net/economy/rmg/home-textile-export-dream-fading-lacks-necessary-support-43105 "Home textile export dream fading, lacks necessary support," The Business Standard]</ref>

=== Canada ===
Jahangir relocated to Canada in late 2018, focusing on commercial supply chains and regional commerce. In April 2019, he founded Pacific Fraser Bay Sourcing Inc. (PFBSI), a company providing apparel brands and retail organizations with product sourcing and international textile supply chain management services. PFBSI is the corporate owner of the apparel brand "BLAZE".<ref>[https://www.bbb.org/ca/bc/richmond/profile/management-consultant/pacific-fraser-bay-sourcing-inc-0037-2418949 Pacific Fraser Bay Sourcing Inc., BBB Business Profile]</ref>

In 2022, he established Agrohope Farms & Product Inc. in Port Alberni, British Columbia, to develop local distribution networks for agricultural products and seafood.<ref>[https://www.albernivalleynews.com/directory/specialty-food-markets/agrohope-farms-products-inc-port-alberni-bc-31191 Agrohope Farms & Products Inc., Alberni Valley News Business Directory]</ref> His Canadian corporate activities also include Has Muh Vehicle Services Corporation, an automotive maintenance provider,<ref>[https://hm-corp.ca/about/ "About Us," Has Muh Vehicle Services (HM Corp)]</ref> and Pacific Fraser Agro Products Inc., which engages in commodity trading.

== Community Involvement and Public Policy ==
Jahangir holds positions within several civic, non-profit, and trade organizations on Vancouver Island and the Lower Mainland of British Columbia:
* '''Alberni Valley Chamber of Commerce:''' Serving as the 1st Vice Chair (having previously served as Second Vice-Chair for the 2025–2026 term).<ref>[https://albernichamber.ca/people/abu-jahangir "Abu Jahangir Profile," Alberni Valley Chamber of Commerce]</ref>
* '''Richmond Multicultural Community Services (RMCS):''' Board Member, appointed in 2023.<ref>[https://www.rmcs.bc.ca/board-of-directors/ "Board of Directors," Richmond Multicultural Community Services]</ref>
* '''Food Security & Agriculture Advisory Committee (FSAAC):''' Member serving the City of Richmond.
* '''Policy Advisory Committee:''' Member of the Richmond Chamber of Commerce.
* '''Rotary Club of Richmond:''' Secretary for the 2025–2026 term.<ref>[https://richmondrotary.com/bulletin/View/c26a4d95-fa5a-4342-b18c-7832f54d5d35 "Lulu Islander Bulletin," Rotary Club of Richmond]</ref>

=== Public Policy Frameworks ===
Jahangir has authored and submitted policy proposals to Canadian federal and provincial government committees regarding social finance architecture and economic stabilization:
* '''The National Zakat Integration Framework (NZIF):''' A financial framework proposal submitted as a Pre-Budget Brief to the House of Commons Standing Committee on Finance (FINA) during the 45th Parliament, addressing the integration of faith-based social finance within existing federal structures.<ref>[https://www.ourcommons.ca/Content/Committee/451/FINA/Brief/BR14053163/br-external/AgroHopeFarmsAndProductsInc-e.pdf "Pre-Budget Brief Submitted to the House of Commons Standing Committee on Finance," House of Commons of Canada]</ref>
* '''The BC Social Prosperity Fund (BCSPF):''' A policy framework published via the Social Science Research Network (SSRN) detailing a proposed provincial tax-credit and bond model intended to fund regional housing developments.<ref>[https://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract_id=6629060 "The BC Social Prosperity Fund (BCSPF): Framework and Policy Insights," Social Science Research Network (SSRN)]</ref>
* '''Emergency Small Business Stabilization Framework:''' An economic response model proposing an automated "72-Hour Rapid Relief" electronic fund-transfer network to preserve small business operational liquidity during infrastructure or climate disruptions.<ref>[https://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract_id=6561158 "72-Hour Rapid Relief: An Emergency Small Business Stabilization Framework," Social Science Research Network (SSRN)]</ref>

=== FIFA World Cup 2026 Initiatives ===
Jahangir operates as the Co-Lead and Secretary General of the Organizing Committee for FIFA 2026 activities in the Alberni Valley. In this role, he has coordinated local efforts to propose Port Alberni as an official training and acclimatization venue for international squads contesting the FIFA World Cup 2026.<ref>[https://www.timescolonist.com/sports/langford-alberni-groups-bidding-to-host-2026-world-cup-training-camps-10657679 "Langford, Alberni bid to host 2026 World Cup training camps," Victoria Times Colonist]</ref>

The organizational proposal utilized a "Hub and Spoke" infrastructure model, utilizing existing regional stadium facilities connected to a centralized training centre concept. Following the submission of a 121-page technical proposal, the Alberni Valley was designated as a finalist to host the Canada Soccer National Training Centre.<ref>[https://www.timescolonist.com/sports/alberni-valley-among-finalists-to-host-canada-soccer-national-training-centre-12239716 "Alberni Valley among finalists to host Canada Soccer National Training Centre," Victoria Times Colonist]</ref>

The committee subsequently secured a $90,000 provincial allocation from the Community Event Support Fund to organize the regional FIFA World Cup Watch Parties project.<ref>[https://albernivalleynews.com/2026/06/03/fifa-world-cup-watch-parties-coming-to-the-alberni-valley/ "FIFA World Cup watch parties coming to the Alberni Valley," Alberni Valley News]</ref> The project utilizes a collaborative framework structured alongside municipal administrations, commercial associations, and local First Nations—including the Hupačasath, Tseshaht, and Huu-ay-aht First Nations—to manage tournament festivities and regional athletic infrastructure development.<ref>[https://albernivalleynews.com/2026/04/02/port-alberni-group-hopeful-for-fifa-legacy-project-following-world-cup-in-vancouver/ "Port Alberni group hopeful for FIFA legacy project following World Cup in Vancouver," Alberni Valley News]</ref><ref>[https://hashilthsa.com/events/2026-05-27/2026-alberni-valley-indigenous-led-soccer-community-celebration "2026 Alberni Valley Indigenous-Led Soccer Community Celebration," Ha-Shilth-Sa Newspaper]</ref>

In July 2025, during an infrastructure assessment visit by a tournament official, Jahangir noted that local infrastructure was operational and that engagement had advanced to subsequent evaluation levels.<ref>[https://cheknews.ca/really-exciting-for-us-fifa-official-visits-port-alberni-1265084/ "'Really exciting for us': FIFA official visits Port Alberni," CHEK News]</ref>

== Personal Life ==
Jahangir is married to Farzana Rahman. The family resides in British Columbia and has two sons. Tazrian Bin Jahangir and Yashjudan Bin Jahangir. In late 2025, Jahangir officially transitioned his primary professional and residential address to Port Alberni on Vancouver Island.

== References ==
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[[Category:Living people]]
[[Category:Bangladeshi-Canadian businesspeople]]
[[Category:Canadian community leaders]]
[[Category:People from Port Alberni, British Columbia]]
[[Category:People from Richmond, British Columbia]]

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