ISLAMABAD: Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi has informed that Prime Minister Imran Khan has constituted a committee for careful repatriation of Pakistanis stranded abroad.
In a statement issued today (Friday), FM Qureshi assured that overseas Pakistanis – who always contributed to the national economy – would not be left alone in the ongoing tough situation.
Referring to coronavirus lockdowns, FM Qureshi said that the lockdowns and closure of business in gulf countries have rendered many of overseas Pakistanis without a livelihood.
FM Qureshi further said that the federal government was fully cognizant of the problems facing by the overseas Pakistanis including those stranded in different countries.
Informing about the numbers of stranded Pakistanis, FM Qureshi said that almost 1600 stranded Pakistanis have been brought back, while 36,000 to 40,000 were still awaiting the return to the homeland.
The foreign minister also claimed that there missions and consulates abroad were extending possible assistance to the stranded Pakistanis, adding that all possible resources were being used to provide them accommodation, food, and their needs.
Earlier on Thursday, Foreign Office spokesperson in a weekly briefing informed that a comprehensive plan for repatriation of Pakistani nationals in different countries has been made.
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