Gulf Countries Deport Over 20,000 Pakistanis For Begging, Security Reasons
Official data from Pakistan's National Assembly reveals that over 20,000 Pakistani nationals were deported from Gulf countries between March and July 2026. The deportations were attributed to various reasons, including begging, security concerns, and immigration violations.
Why it matters
The high volume of deportations highlights significant challenges regarding labor migration, security, and the international reputation of Pakistani citizens in the Gulf region.
More than 20,000 Pakistani nationals were deported from Gulf countries between March 1 and July 13, with Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates accounting for the overwhelming majority of the cases, according to official figures presented in Pakistan's National Assembly on Thursday.The data, provided by the Narcotics Control Ministry, sheds light on the scale of deportations as Gulf authorities cited security concerns as well as immigration and criminal violations.Saudi Arabia Accounts For Most DeportationsSaudi Arabia recorded the highest number, with 15,500 Pakistanis deported during the period.
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