Why skilled Pakistanis are taking low-wage jobs abroad

Every month, the government celebrates record remittances from overseas Pakistanis. These remittances provide vital support to Pakistan’s economy.

While the government celebrates record remittances, a harsh reality lies beneath — thousands are fleeing Pakistan for better opportunities abroad due to inflation and unemployment. Most of them are educated citizens forced to work as drivers, cleaners, and laborers in the Middle East, Europe, and beyond just to support their families back home.

In this video, Nukta Correspondent Sheraz Ahmed breaks down the latest Bureau of Emigration & Overseas Employment data, analyzing the migration trend and cities from where most Pakistanis are going abroad.