Pakistan’s Diaspora Debate

Over 1,078 overseas Pakistanis from 60 countries touched down in Islamabad for the 2025 Overseas Pakistani Convention—welcomed as state guests and greeted by the rhythm of folk drums and the aroma of home-cooked flavors at Lok Virsa on April 13. For a country that has leaned on its diaspora through every economic storm, this gathering […]
Imran Khan’s Call For Overseas Pakistanis To Halt Remittances Backfires
![Overseas Pakistanis defy Imran Khan’s call to halt remittances, sending record $3bn in January to support families. [Image via AP/File]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/AP22139439159975-1739362646.webp)
Overseas Pakistanis defy Imran Khan’s call to halt remittances, sending record $3bn in January to support families.
Pakistan’s Economic Surge: Record Remittances, Panda Bond, and Key Investments
![Despite political instability and the Al-Qadir case, Pakistan's economic growth rises with higher remittances and investments. [Image via Policy East]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/pak-economy-1-1024x475.webp)
Despite political instability and the Al-Qadir case, Pakistan’s economic growth rises with higher remittances and investments.
Overseas Pakistanis Rally in Antwerp Following European Demonstrations
![Pakistanis in Antwerp rally to boost remittances, foster ties, and support Pakistan's economy through global initiatives. [Image via Samaa]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/pak-army-rally.webp)
Pakistanis in Antwerp rally to boost remittances, foster ties, and support Pakistan’s economy through global initiatives.
Pakistan Records 10-Year-High Current Account Surplus
![Pakistan records $729M current account surplus in Nov, the highest in 10 years, driven by reduced deficits and strong remittances [Image via Reuters]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/580072_1110544_updates.webp)
Pakistan records $729M current account surplus in Nov, the highest in 10 years, driven by reduced deficits and strong remittances