Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has announced that overseas Pakistanis who make significant investments in the country will be recognised with civil awards, acknowledging their contributions as ambassadors of Pakistan abroad, Express News reported.
Chairing a high-level meeting on matters concerning overseas Pakistanis on Mondayt, the PM said, “Overseas Pakistanis are playing the role of ambassadors for our country. Their services and dedication to Pakistan are commendable.”
The meeting was attended by Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, Chief of Army Staff General Asim Munir, federal ministers, and senior officials.
PM Shehbaz noted that a large number of overseas Pakistanis participated in the recent Overseas Pakistanis Convention, reflecting their trust in government policies. “We salute their sincerity, love for the homeland, and the sacrifices they have made,” he said.
The PM lauded the global achievements of overseas Pakistanis, particularly in fields such as medicine, education, engineering, and consultancy. “They have earned a respectable name for themselves and the country through hard work and integrity,” he added.
He further stated that the government had recently launched a major initiative to honour their contributions. “Overseas Pakistanis who have performed exceptionally in various sectors abroad or sent the highest remittances via the State Bank will be honoured with civil awards,” he said.
The government, he assured, is committed to resolving the issues faced by overseas Pakistanis on a priority basis. Investment opportunities aligned with their professional expertise will be provided within Pakistan to encourage further engagement.
The meeting also reviewed progress on previously announced facilities and strategies aimed at supporting Pakistanis living abroad.
