According to the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP), the 7.4% year-on-year rise in remittances indicates not only economic resilience among Pakistanis abroad but also hints at a stronger demand for Pakistani workers in international markets.

The largest chunk of these remittances came from Saudi Arabia, which contributed a massive US$823.7 million, followed by the United Arab Emirates at US$665.2 million. The United Kingdom sent US$450.4 million, while the United States contributed US$269.6 million to the total inflow.

These figures not only highlight the top destinations for Pakistani migrant workers but also signal an upward trend in overseas employment, with Middle Eastern and Western countries continuing to rely on skilled and semi-skilled labor from Pakistan.

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The increase in remittances suggests growing confidence in Pakistan’s workforce abroad and potentially better wages or job stability in foreign markets. The fact that traditional remittance sources like Saudi Arabia and the UAE are leading the pack may also imply ongoing infrastructure and service sector expansion in those regions, creating consistent opportunities for Pakistani labor. For Pakistan’s economy, such steady inflows help improve the balance of payments and provide crucial support to foreign exchange reserves.