US EditionSadiq reaffirms parliament's support for overseas Pakistanis
- Islamabad hosted the first-ever Overseas Pakistanis Convention from April 13-15 to recognize their contributions.
- The convention occurred because overseas Pakistanis significantly contribute to Pakistan's economic growth through remittances.
- Approximately 1,078 overseas Pakistanis from about 60 countries attended, receiving state guest status and airport welcome arrangements.
- Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif stated, "Overseas Pakistanis are coming to Pakistan," and pledged to address their concerns.
- The convention aimed to address expatriate challenges, improve policies, and encourage their active involvement in Pakistan's development.
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Sadiq reaffirms parliament's support for overseas Pakistanis
National Assembly Speaker Sardar Ayaz Sadiq on Monday reaffirmed Parliament's collective resolve to address the challenges faced by overseas Pakistanis, stressing that both the government and opposition remain united on the matter. Speaking at the inaugural Overseas Pakistanis Convention, he said that every member of the National Assembly, regardless of political party, fully supports the cause of the overseas community. "Our fellow Pakistanis l…
Overseas Pakistanis’ Convention concluded: Pakistan is not an ordinary country but a great power, says COAS Gen Asim Munir
Islamabad, Pakistan: “You should always hold your head high with pride, because you do not belong to any ordinary country, but you are the representative of a great and powerful country”. This was said by COAS Gen Asim Munir while addressing at concluding session of the first-ever Overseas Pakistanis’ Convention that was attended by hundreds of overseas Pakistanis from around 60 countries and concluded here on Tuesday. COAS was of the view that …
Pakistan’s progress to be achieved through collective efforts: PM
April 14, 2025 (MLN): The goal of rapidly progressing and prospering Pakistan will be achieved through collective efforts, the prayers of the entire nation, and relentless hard work, said Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. The commencement of the first annual Overseas Pakistanis Convention in Islamabad is a significant achievement, as it allows expatriates to reconnect with their homeland, he noted. He further added that the convention also provides…
Islamabad hosts first Overseas Pakistanis Convention with global participation
ISLAMABAD – Pakistan’s federal capital Islamabad welcomed hundreds of overseas Pakistanis for inaugural three-day Overseas Pakistanis Convention, as historic initiative aimed at bridging the gap between the diaspora and national leadership. Ministry of Overseas Pakistanis said the convention has been described as a platform to “warmly welcome expatriates, understand their concerns, and incorporate their feedback […] The post Islamabad hosts firs…
Govt Construct Airport in Azad Kashmir on Overseas Pakistanis’ Demand
The federal government has announced plans to build a new airport in Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) after receiving strong support and repeated requests from overseas Pakistanis. This demand has been ongoing for many years but recently gained more attention after several British Members of Parliament, who have Kashmiri roots, raised the issue. These British MPs wrote directly to Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, highlighting how important it is to ha…
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